I capture architectural and landscape images that contain strong elements of shape, texture, tones, shadows, and lines. I’ve never met a shadow I didn’t like. In the printing process I emphasize these elements. Sometimes the graphic elements by themselves form an interesting abstraction.
I enjoy not only the hunt for that special image, but also making the print that will present it in the best way. I’ve been fortunate to develop a following of both commercial clients and individuals who enjoy my art. My plans for the short termare to continue to focus on black and white images and prints of architectural (both rural and urban) and southwestern landscapes, exhibiting in galleries and art shows along with judging competitions.
Art has always been an important part of my life. I was my high school photographer and a painter, entering competitions in Chicago. I loved to take urban photographs. My goal was commercial art but I became an engineer instead. The engineer shows up in my art.
Employed and raising a family, time for art creation was limited. My love of photography continued. My artistic focus used the medium of paper pulp to create castings. These were included in art shows in Michigan, exhibited in local galleries and purchased for private and corporate collections.
Retirement gave me the opportunity to focus more time on my art and to travel more. Travel introduced me to new subject material for photography. For a few years I worked with both paper casting and photography. I’ve settled on photography as my medium.