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

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

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Inspiring quote on photography by Elliot Erwitt

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

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

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

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Inspiring Quote On Photography From Robert Frank

Robert Frank is one of the most influential photographers in the history of photography. His book The Americans is a must-have for any photographer serious about their art. Complete with a forward by Jack Kerouac The Americans conveys Frank’s perspective on … Continue reading

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Creative Photography Ideas From Creative Sparks – Jenna Lanam

Here is one of the inspiring photographs from last Thursday’s Creative Sparks creativity workshop. This black & white photo is from Jenna Lanam. Jenna has been taking my photography classes at the Vero Beach Museum of Art and recently began attending Creative … Continue reading

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How To Photograph Fireworks

In honor of Independence Day here’s a repost of my tips for photographing fireworks. Shooting fireworks can be a lot of fun and can produce some very interesting images. I usually like to keep my ISO low (100) and experiment … Continue reading

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Inspiring Quote on Creativity from Rollo May

This quote comes from Rollo May’s book on creativity The Courage To Create which is considered by many to be one of the best books on creativity. “A dynamic struggle goes on within a person between what he or she … Continue reading

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Creative Inspiration from Creative Sparks

My students continue to surprise, amaze and inspire me every week. I have decided to post a photo from our Creative Sparks sessions on Thursday nights each Friday morning to share the inspiration with you. The first image comes from … Continue reading

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Modern Take On Alternative Processes At Dina Mitrani Gallery Wynwood Art District Miami

Dina Mitrani Gallery in Miami’s Wynwood Art District is currently exhibiting a beautiful collection of photographs created using alternative processes such as platinum/palladium, cyanotype, wet plate and more. Printing surfaces include water color papers, vellum and metal. If you’re in … Continue reading

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