Author Archives: Aric
Observations – Clouds at Sunrise
I made this image while preparing for an aerial shoot for a commercial job. I just couldn’t resist the beauty.
The Photographs of Ray K. Metzker and the Institute of Design exhibition at the J. Paul Getty
The J. Paul Getty Museum in Los Angeles recently held an exhibition titled The Photographs of Ray K. Metzker and the Institute of Design. Metzker studied at the Institute of Design in Chicago which was founded in 1937 as the New … Continue reading
Become More Creative By Cultivating Beginner’s Mind
Suzuki Roshi’s book Zen Mind, Beginner’s mind is one of the best introductions to Zen philosophy and a great way to inspire your creativity. In it he writes “In the beginner’s mind there are many possibilities, but in the expert’s … Continue reading
Great Software App for Photographers
The Photographer’s Ephemeris is a great app for photographers who want to know where the sun and moon will be throughout the day and night at any location. This is great for planning photo shoots for the best light, especially … Continue reading
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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
Amazing Food at Citrus Grillhouse in Vero Beach, Florida
I recently had the opportunity to photograph some food at the Citrus Grillhouse in Vero Beach, Florida for Palm Beach Illustrated magazine. Scott Varricchio is an amazing chef with a true passion for food. Not only did the food look … Continue reading
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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
Know your rights
The ACLU (American Civil Liberties Union) has some very interesting and useful information on your rights to photograph and videotape in public places. If you photograph in public or private locations I strongly suggest you read up on these. It’s … Continue reading
The Unphotographable At Fraenkel Gallery, San Francisco
This is a fascinating exhibition curated by Jeffrey Fraenkel of the Fraenkel Gallery in San Francisco exploring the concept of the unphotographable. In his essay on the exhibition Fraenkel writes, “From the moment of its invention almost 175 years ago, … 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