About Who I am and where I started in Photography

Almost everyone I meet when it comes to my photo art asks me, as I suppose they do most artists, is how did you get started? 

Since I was a very young boy on the farm, 6 or 7, I have been shooting everything in my line of sight. In those early days I found that anything could inspire me. Grasshoppers and Gartner snakes to coyotes and eagles, as well a rows of crops we grew. Eventually I was given a small Brownie, just to prevent me from using my Mother's Kodak out in the fields. I was thrilled. Since then I have gone through many styles of shooting and editing. Eventually I have settled on two distinct presentations, described below. It's a journey and I hope you can enjoy this while you're here

Fine art and Emotive art: I divide them; Fine art will be that idyllic scene that fits a particular space on your wall and in your heart, while Emotive art is the one that grabs you, shakes your senses and perhaps appears even more realistic or powerful than nature intended. You be the judge. 

In selling digital rights managed image, files I keep the rights managed part very simple. Contact me by adding a comment under any image or tapping 'Contact' and then Send Private Message

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Your Preference Helps me Post what you like

Comment below giving me your preference in printed wall art and I'll scour my portfolios to see if I can come up with what you prefer. I can't promise you I'll find it, but it can't hurt to take a run at it.

If I do, I'll add it to this post

                                       ✅UPDATE from July, 22, 2023✅

Requests for summer outdoor images seemed to be the most popular thus far, so here are a couple of links to images that match

 You'll find it here

You'll find it here

If you're still looking here is a starting point for you

My website's Portfolios already uploaded

You'll find images relating to this trip to the Gifford Pinchott National Forest there too

Now drop me a line bellow with your suggestions 

My first AI Article. Do You find this Appropriate for Yourself? For my Blog?

Homeowners may have various reasons for wanting to replace art in their homes. Here are a few possible motivations:

1. Change of Style or Taste: Over time, people's tastes and preferences can evolve. Homeowners may feel that the existing art no longer aligns with their current aesthetic or style preferences. They might want to replace it with artwork that better reflects their evolving tastes or matches the updated interior design of their home.

   
   

   Some examples here

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   Desire for Refreshment: Sometimes homeowners simply want to refresh the look and feel of their living space. Changing the artwork can be an effective way to introduce a new visual element and create a fresh atmosphere. It can help prevent the space from feeling stagnant or monotonous.

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   Personal Connection: Art is often deeply personal, and homeowners may have a strong emotional connection to certain pieces. However, over time, they may seek new art that resonates with them on a more profound level or represents a different phase of their life. They might want to replace the existing artwork with pieces that evoke stronger emotional responses or have a deeper personal significance.

   
   

   
   

   

   Looking Down from St Helens
   

   
   

1. Investment Value: Art can be an investment, and homeowners may consider replacing existing art with pieces that have greater potential for appreciation in value. This motivation is particularly relevant to collectors or individuals who view art as a financial asset. They might sell their current artwork to acquire new pieces that are expected to hold or increase their value over time.

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   Seasonal or Occasional Themes: Some homeowners enjoy changing the decor in their homes based on seasons or special occasions. They might replace art to match specific themes associated with holidays, cultural events, or personal celebrations. This allows them to create a festive or mood-specific ambiance during different times of the year.

   
   

   
   

   

   
   

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   Art Rotation: Homeowners who have a substantial collection of artwork may choose to rotate pieces periodically. By swapping out the existing art with stored or alternative pieces, they can enjoy different works throughout the year, preventing any single piece from becoming overly familiar or losing its impact.

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   Increased Knowledge and Exposure: Homeowners may develop a deeper appreciation for art over time, gaining knowledge and exposure to new artists, styles, or artistic movements. As they learn more about the art world, they may feel compelled to replace existing pieces with those that align with their expanded understanding and reflect a broader range of artistic expressions.

   
   

   
5. Copper Kettle, selective color
4. I think most all of us by now have looked at how AI can help us, and in this instance I asked it to write an article on how homeowners look at what art does for them from differing viewpoints. Let me know what you think

Celebrate our Freedoms in 2023...............and Be Careful

 

Closing in on 247 years of our Democratic Republic, please celebrate our long history with a big heart and a safe display for all of us, all races, all political sides, all Americans 

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