Category Archives: Photography

The Joy of Networking!

Posted on October 15, 2009 | Leave a comment

: Resilient, there is no such thing as “I can’t” if there is a way, I will find it.

: The sky is the limit and I will glow in my season!

: There is growth in unity

: I may stand alone, but I am free to be me, I will survive

: Solid!

: I work well with others and there is strength in numbers

I am often asked if, I was not an artist, what other career would I chose, that’s easy…lawyer. It has been three years now since I have seriously decided to focus on art. It is challenging to say the least, but increasingly inspiring. Besides being in the studio and working I enjoy the networking and marketing side of it. I do a lot on the internet, and have met individuals, fellow artists who I have come to respect and of whom I consider to be friends and peers. They have given me credible advice, helped me with technical issues to increase my web visibility and most important shared endless laughs.
I realize in this business as an artist one has to be tough, strong, resilient be prepared for rejection, respond well to criticism good and bad, and know that not everyone will like you or your work. The most important thing is I am passionate about the work I do and I enjoy doing it.

This morning while waiting for my ride to work, I went to my backyard and I saw some images that reminded me of my artist friends. Seeing that I always carry a camera, here we go!

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My Rooftop View 3rd Floor Window

Posted on October 12, 2009 | Leave a comment

I live in a 3^rd floor apartment and at times I wish I could physically move some of the obstructions of nature. It is such a stunning sight with a few obstructions…here are some of the views I have. None the less, I think I will be painting or drawing a few of them soon.

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Posted in Fall, Photography

Artsy Lowell, MA – Van Gogh’s Gear

Posted on September 6, 2009 | Leave a comment

: Steve always welcoming, pleasant and courteous

: Cannot find what you need? Ask Steve he will get it for you.

: Van Gogh’s Gear 200 Middle St, Lowell MA

I have been living and working in Lowell for five or more years now, and I have yet to explore the city. Late last year I lost access to my personal transportation, at first I thought it would be difficult, but it has turned out a plus for me. In the begining I was being given a ride to and from work (my part-time job as a Resident Service Coordinator), after I opted to take public transportaton. It was the best decision I made. While driving around or being driven around I missed out on the beauty of the city. Though walking is a major challenge for me at the moment and I mean it hurts at times, I love taking my time and just enjoy the view, with my camera in tow of course. Here are some pictures I took of my local art supply store, http://www.vangoghsgear.com/ normally I would run in, get my supply, hop in my car and leave. Now I have to wait on the bus across the street which leaves me choice but to enjoy the view.

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Looking forward to Fall

Posted on August 28, 2009 | Leave a comment

As the summer winds down ( I know it came late for us here in New England) and fall approaches, I am looking forward to my favorite time of the year. The cool, crip mornings, the color splash of bright reds, oranges, yellows and various hues on the trees. The variety of blooms of chyrsantemums, road side stalls of honey and harvest produce. The texture of gourds, squash, pumpkins, acorns, I look forward to the crunches of the leaves under my footsteps, and the crackling sounds as squirrels hurries about gathering nuts I am look forward to all of these. The beautiful sunsets then give rise to a full bright tawny havest moon. Everything about the smell, sounds, sights and textures of fall stimulates me creatively.
I am looking forward to roving with my camera this fall and find scenes to that will be frozen forever , and each time they are viewed, I can say, “I remember when.” For my audience, may their words be, ” I want to be there.”

: South Common Park, a view from Summer Street, taken Fall 2007

: View from 3rd floor window, Fall 2008

: My daughter Diamond and I

: Diamond

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Posted in Fall, Just A thought, Photography, Seasons

Backyard Pictures

Posted on August 15, 2009 | Leave a comment

Broken Pottery

Under the Maple tree,

I had a barbecue in the backyard, it was my daughter’s 19th birthday, we just sat around, grilled, relaxed, and I took some pictures of her and the surroundings. Well she does not want me to post her pictures, but I will post the surroundings. The simplest things can make a great or interesting photograph.