Category Archives: Art
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
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
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
Inspiring Quote On Art By Alberto Giacometti
“The object of art is not to reproduce reality, but to create a reality of the same intensity.” – Alberto Giacometti From the New York Times – “Giacometti was an articulate, self-confident and well-informed artist whose sculptures and paintings … Continue reading
Photography classes, creativity workshops & art gallery tours
Here are some great opportunities for you to learn how to use your camera, get creative and check out the Miami art scene. Creative Sparks – I am at my studio every Thursday from 7:30-9pm to provide constructive critique and facilitate … Continue reading
Funny Quote On Photography
It’s Monday morning and this quote gave me a chuckle. Although Abraham Lincoln wasn’t a photographer, his dog Fido was the first Presidential dog ever to be photographed. “There are no bad pictures; that’s just how your face looks sometimes.” … Continue reading
Inspiring Quote from Brian Eno
“Stop thinking about art works as objects, and start thinking about them as triggers for experiences.” – Brian Eno For many more gems of inspiration check out these Brian Eno books and his latest CD Lux: … Continue reading
Inspiring Quote On Art From James Turrell
Here’s an inspiring quote from Light & Space artist James Turrell to stimulate your creative thinking. “Science strives for answers, but art is happy with a good question.” – James Turrell To see some of Turrell’s work and read an … Continue reading
James Turrell’s Amazing Work With Light & Space
James Turrell is an amazing artist who uses light & space as his primary materials. He was recently interviewed by Harper’s Bazaar prior to the opening of three major exhibitions dedicated to his work this summer at LACMA Los Angeles County … Continue reading
Found Polaroid Art
We had a great time on Saturday visiting artists and galleries in Miami’s Wynwood Art District. I look forward to leading another Wynwood Art District Gallery Tour in the fall. Here’s a great image I found while exploring the fantastic … Continue reading