Monthly Archives: September 2014

Conceptual Art

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Generally, conceptual art as it relates to photography, is abstract in nature. The fact that the concept is what takes precedence, means the literal aspects of the photo, can be abandoned for a more abstract vision. I would however, not … Continue reading

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Workshops

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Take note, that I am writing about workshop teachers, not tour guides. I have my own opinion of what (at best) a workshop teacher should be. I believe their job is to teach you the basics of photography, A-Z, or … Continue reading

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Studying Pictures

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Unless you are fortunate enough as a photographer, to be a born artist, taking time to think about pictures, both your own and those created by others, will make you a better and more artistic image maker. I have spent the … Continue reading

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Just Cruising

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Just cruising is another way of saying, I was just thinking.  My thoughts today travel in and out of photography. What does a blogger do when he has a series of thoughts come to him? He writes a blog. I’ve said … Continue reading

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Turning Negatives Into Positives

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I promised in my last post I would share some work from other photographers next time.  It is with great pleasure I bring you five great images from five exceptional image makers. This first gorgeous landscape was created by photographer Gary … Continue reading

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Perceptions

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Perceptions You’ve all heard the expression that perception is reality.  Of course that saying doesn’t mean that perception is actually reality, only that we create a false reality out of our own perceptions.  If we want it to be true, … Continue reading

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Back Roads

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Making friends along the way. The other day I had a back channel email discussion with a Facebook friend (John) who occasionally reads this blog. The question was asked, when I use to travel for pictures, would I rather visit … Continue reading

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Stuck In a Rut? You Need Fresh Eyes

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I rarely criticize the photography of others. Especially those that are among today’s top shooters. In fact I sing the praises of their imagery, as I am possibly their biggest fan. The one thing that does somewhat lessen my enthusiasm, … Continue reading

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