Monthly Archives: January 2014
Inspiring Photography From Creative Sparks Creativity Workshop
Here are some recent photographs presented at Creative Sparks. The group continues to evolve as participants continue to challenge and inspire each other. Comfort zones get left behind and personal vision emerges. Creative Sparks is a unique … Continue reading
Posted in Creative Sparks, Inspiration, Photography
Tagged Aric Attas, Barbara Bogart, Bill Lord, Bob Webster, creative sparks, inpsiration, Paul Simon, photography, Yvonne Tso
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Ever Wonder How To Understand Abstract Art?
As a photographer who makes abstract fine art photographs the concept of abstraction in art is a frequent topic of discussion. I found this article from Jerry Saltz, Art Critic for New York Magazine to be an excellent conversation starter. It … Continue reading
Abstract Color Photography Exhibition in Vero Beach, Florida
Still buzzing from an amazing day in Miami printing with Gady Alroy at ArtMedia studios in Wynwood. We printed some 30 x 20″ prints and a phenomenal 40 x 60″ print for my upcoming exhibition Seeking the Light at Lighthouse … Continue reading
Posted in Announcements, Exhibitions, Photography
Tagged abstract, Aric Attas, color, photography
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Creative Inspiration From Recently Discovered Photographer Vivian Maier
This is a fascinating story about the recently discovered photographer Vivian Maier. “She was a humanist in the best tradition. She showed real life, and that’s so difficult to do.” – photographer Mary Ellen Mark “Vivian Maier (February 1, 1926 … Continue reading
Posted in Art, Artist Interviews, Photography
Tagged black & white, color, photography, self-portraits, street photography, vintage, Vivian Maier
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Inspiring Photography From Creative Sparks
We had another inspiring Creative Sparks session last night. The mix of “veteran” photographers and “newbies” sparked an interesting conversation about Beginner’s Mind. “In the beginner’s mind there are many possibilities, but in the expert’s there are few.” – Shunryu Suzuki … Continue reading
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Tagged creative sparks, inpsiration, photography
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Salvador Dalí Quote On Perfection
Here’s a great quote on perfection from the Surrealist painter Dalí “Have no fear of perfection – you’ll never reach it.” – Salvador Dalí “The Spanish-born artist Salvador Dalí was officially allied with Surrealism from 1929 to 1941, and even … Continue reading
Creative Photography Inspiration From Creative Sparks
Last night we had some nasty weather but that didn’t stop us from having another great Creative Sparks session. There was a nice range of images from the group and the feedback was great. Thanks to all of you who have … Continue reading
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Tagged Aric Attas, Bill Lord, Bob Webster, classes, creativity, Paul Simon, photography
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Interesting Quote On Painting Sensation From Paul Cézanne
Here’s a great quote from the painter Paul Cézanne on the meaning of Impressionism. “For an Impressionist to paint from nature is not to paint the subject, but to realize sensations.” – Paul Cézanne In his book, What Are You Looking … Continue reading
Posted in Artist, Creativity, Quotes
Tagged art books, impressionism, Paul Cezanne, quotes, Will Gompertz
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Creative Photography Ideas From Creative Sparks
We had our first Creative Sparks creativity workshop of 2014 last night and got to see some great photographs. It was a real treat. Our discussion centered around remaining open to our surroundings so that we can see and respond to what’s … Continue reading
Posted in Creative Sparks, Ideas, Inspiration, Photography
Tagged Bill Lord, Bob Webster, color, ideas, photography, Tom McCauley
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