Monthly Archives: July 2013

Observations – Waterfall at Costa d’Este Vero Beach

Posted on 31 July 2013 by

I took this photograph of the waterfall at the entrance to the Costa d’Este Beach Resort in Vero Beach, Florida last week while exploring the beachside. I’m fascinated by the contrast between the organic flow of the water on the … Continue reading →

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Great Quote About Photography From John Szarkowski

Posted on 29 July 2013 by

Here’s provocative quote on photography from John Szarkowski: “Photography is a contest between a photographer and the presumptions of approximate and habitual seeing. The contest can be held anywhere…” John Szarkowski was the Director of Photography at The Museum of … Continue reading →

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Creative photography ideas from Creative Sparks creativity workshop – Jenna Lanam

Posted on 26 July 2013 by

Sometimes it’s nice to get out of town to get a fresh perspective on things. This week’s featured photograph from my Creative Sparks creativity workshop is by Jenna Lanam. The image was taken on her recent trip to St. Augustine, Florida. … Continue reading →

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Observations – Fourth of July fireworks in Savannah

Posted on 23 July 2013 by

I really love photographing fireworks because you never know exactly what you’ll get. Discovering the unexpected and seeing beyond the normal range of human vision are two of my favorite aspects of photography. I like the sense of motion and … Continue reading →

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Inspiring quote on photography from Ralph Gibson

Posted on 22 July 2013 by

Ralph Gibson is a contemporary American photographer born in Los Angeles, California in 1939. He studied photography while in the U.S. Navy then at the San Francisco Art institute. He went on to assist Dorothea Lange and Robert Frank while … Continue reading →

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Creative photography ideas from Creative Sparks – Nancy Alderman

Posted on 19 July 2013 by

This week’s creative photography idea comes from Nancy Alderman. I am fascinated by the organic and mysterious qualities of this photo. Very beautiful and captivating! Nancy has taken my Discovering Your Creative Vision creativity workshop and Photoshop Elements for Photographers … Continue reading →

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Observations – Patterns & Colors in Miami’s Wynwood Art District

Posted on 16 July 2013 by

{Observations} – Patterns & Colors in Miami’s Wynwood Art District

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Inspiring quote on photography by Elliot Erwitt

Posted on 15 July 2013 by

Here’s an inspiring quote on photography from Elliott Erwitt. In the 2011 International Center of Photography’s ICP Infinity Award for Lifetime Achievement announcement Erwitt is described as “distinguished as both a documentary and commercial photographer, Erwitt has made some of the … Continue reading →

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Creative photography ideas from Creative Sparks – Phil Reid

Posted on 12 July 2013 by

We had a fantastic Creative Sparks Creativity Workshop last night! Thank you to everyone who was there for sharing your photography and ideas with us. The photos were strong, emotional and engaging and the creativity was flowing! This weeks featured … Continue reading →

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Observations – Patterns in Miami’s Wynwood Art District

Posted on 9 July 2013 by

Here’s a black & white photograph exploring light & shadow and patterns photographed in Miami’s Wynwood Art District.

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