Henri Cartier-Bresson talks about photography as a way of making an immediate sketch to capture the decisive moment in fluid time. Pay close attention to the last sentence for the secret!
Unfreeze your brain @ Brain Freeze this Thursday
Hi everyone,
Last week’s Creative Sparks group at Brain Freeze was insightful and inspiring. I hope you’ll be able to join us for photography lessons, critiques and engaging conversations on Thursday evening.
For details please visit: https://photonlab.com/creativevision/photography-lessons-2/
I have also scheduled a Creative Photography excursion to Rock City Gardens for this Saturday at 10am. More details here: https://photonlab.com/creativevision/photography-lessons-2/creative-photography-excursions/
Please contact me to confirm your reservation or with any questions or comments.
I look forward to seeing you there!
Aric
Claude Monet on where to find new directions for expression
“When asked for advice on painting, Claude Monet told people not to fear mistakes. The discipline of art requires constant experimentation, wherein errors are harbingers of original ideas because they introduce new directions for expression. The mistake is outside the intended course of action, and it may present something that we never saw before, something unexpected and contradictory, something that may be put to use.”
Quote included in Shaun McNiff’s classic book on creativity, Trust the Process: An Artist’s Guide to Letting Go.
An invitation to get creative!
Creative Spark Sessions
Join us for a creative power boost. Get constructive feedback on your photography from Aric and the group as you discover your creative vision. Thursday evenings at Brain Freeze Cafe on 7th Ave in Vero Beach (off Miracle Mile) from 6:30-8pm. Expect lively discussions about photography, art and the creative process. Please contact me to reserve your spot in advance. Bring your photographs on a flash drive and your camera. Fee $10.
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The myth of inspiration
What does the creative process look like? Photographer/filmmaker Andrew Zuckerman discusses the myth of inspiration and the role of curiosity and rigor in this talk on the creative practice presented by the99percent.com.
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Tagged Andrew, art, creative blocks, creativity, curiosity, inpsiration, motivation, Zuckerman
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Creativity In A Cup
I woke up this morning dreaming of cafe con leche at Versailles in Miami. We spent a fantastic weekend in Miami a few weekends ago and stopped here to fuel up before exploring art in the Winwood Art District.
I took this picture on my android phone using the retro camera app to give it a LoFi look that reminds me of the Polaroid transfers we used to do in the analog film days. I love the ability to grab quick and spontaneous photographs on the go.
Creativity in a cup.
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Creativity & Photography in Vero Beach
I’m looking forward to seeing those of you interested in Creativity & Photography on Thursday February 23th at 6:30pm at Brain Freeze on 7th Ave. I’ll share my ideas for critique sessions, museum and gallery visits, photo excursions and special classes on photography.
Yesterday Afternoon In The Garden
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Philippe Halsman’s Photograph Of Salvador Dali
Philippe Halsman, Dali Atomicus, Black & White Photograph, 1948
I love this surrealist portrait of Salvador Dali taken by Philippe Halsman. One of my favorite portraits as it captures Dali’s world of dreams and transformation.
You might enjoy this book by Dali & Halsman from amazon.com.
To see more great images by Dali & Halsman visit my bookstore.