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Back in mid-September I first announced my latest blog photo project “Buying Prints from Your Favorite Photographers“. I have to admit that I was really stoked to kick this project off and was eager to find great artwork by photographers I respect and want to support. Well the task was tough and not for the reasons you’d expect. There are so many great photographers out there that I had a tough time narrowing down images that I wanted to buy.
The first three photographers that came to mind were Lane Hartwell, Dan Mitchell, and Guy Tal. Shortly into the project I discovered the amazing fine art photography of Mario Zanaria and soon after caught wind of a Chase Jarvis‘ project coming to fruition. Enjoyment of their photography is only half the story. The process of finding and sharing their work has proven to be as satisfying if not more. Find out why after the jump. Read more… »
While in Switzerland I had the good fortune of experiencing peak fall color. Along the way i decided to experiment and really liked how this particular photo came out. This is a straight photo with only a little bump given to the natural colors of the scene. What originally attracted me to the subject in the first place was the color and while I took standard photos of the scene I found this rendering of it captivating.
What are your thoughts on this experiment?
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“It’s not a photo until its a print“
One of the unique aspects of digital photography is that we’re now able to enjoy photographic work with out viewing it in printed form. More so now than ever before supporting a photographer is shown almost exclusively online through photo forums, blogs, and other online communities. While viewing photographs online is easy and relatively inexpensive it is a hollow experience by comparison to holding an actual print from a photographer you respect and admire.
The goal of this project is to introduce fine art photography, photography books, print exchanges, and other photography related products to photography fans of all walks of life. It is also to spur photography fans to think in terms of financially supporting talented photographers so they can continue to do what they love.
What This Project Entails:
- Find 1 to 3 photographs from photographers that you respect and admire.
- Purchase a photograph or photographs from these photographers. Spend within your means. Ideally try to purchase 1 to 3 photographs.
- Write about the experience (buying, viewing, etc) on your web site, blog, Flickr page, etc.
- Participants should then send me a link to their write up (see details below)
- I’ll consolidate a list of links to the write ups of everyone that took part in early November on my blog and distribute it.
What You Can Do To Make This Project A Success
- Contact photographers that you may or may not know.
- Point them to this post and provide them background to your print request.
- Even if you have little to spare inquire about a discount or an alternate product to purchase such as notecards, calendars, proof print, etc. I realize that times are challenging economically at the moment. Any support is better than no support. The goal is to obtain a physical copy of photographs you like.
- Alternatively if you’re a photographer it is not uncommon to conduct print exchanges, where photographers exchange equivalent prints. Not every photographer may do this so don’t be offended if you approach someone who is not interested in such an exchange.
- If you’re a photographer consider providing a discount to project participants. I personally will discount my print prices 25% to those participating.
- Spread the word about this project.
The Deadline
Before the conclusion of this project on November 2nd, 2008 write a blog post highlighting the photographs you’ve acquired and share thoughts of your experience in becoming a fine art print owner. Send me a link to your blog post and I’ll post the results the week of November 3rd.
How to send in your link to your blog post:
- - Access my Contact page
Note: Omit “http://” on any links.
- - In the subject line type “Favorite Photographer Prints”
- - In the message put the name of your site, web address, link to your “Favorite Photographer Print” blog entry.
PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR BLOG LINK AS A COMMENT TO THIS ENTRY.
Get To It!
I’m extremely excited at the prospect of how this project will open the eyes to first time fine art print owners. I already have a couple print requests in with photographers, a print exchange request and I’ll be purchasing a book titled Cubano by Baldomero Fernandez who is donating all proceeds from purchases to hurricane relief efforts in Cuba.
Technorati Tags: Photography, Fine Art, Prints, Photo Project
Soft lighting filtering through pre-dawn fog provided some interesting photographic opportunities during my last day at Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming back in July. This hike was particularly refreshing as numerous photographic subjects seemed to pop out of the landscape. The layering and juxtaposition of foliage caught my eye. This photo has since become one of my favorites from this trip.
Technorati Tags: nature, photography, fine art, stock photo, landscape, Grand Teton, National Park
I have to admit it is very difficult for me not to photograph Seal Rock in San Francisco. There is something magical about the heart shaped arch that keeps me coming back over and over. This was taken while out photographing the Sutro Baths area with Richard Wong and Greg Lato. I’m late to the game in posting some teaser photos from this outing, but Richard and Greg both posted a few photos some time ago on their blogs.
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I have to admit that I was rather frustrated being hampered with a broken toe during this outing. This is a great location to explore… just not with a broken toe. Anyhow I still had fun photographing the sunset and hanging out with Richard (photo left) and Greg (photo right)
Technorati Tags: Seal Rock, Sutro Baths, San Francisco, Seascape, Landscape, photography, stock photo, fine art
One of my favorite images from last year. Taken on a rare clear day at Pt. Reyes National Seashore. The coastline seems to extend into infinite.
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