Crusade For Art

Some folks believe the full moon can negatively effect our lives. "It's a full moon you know." I try not to let the moon put me in a state of crises, but  I do know of one crisis.

In my blog, Happy Cam I commented on the number of people that have nice cameras and are considered professional photographers by some. I also know that since photography has gone digital that talented photographers are gaining ground every day, and there are so many of them that we're starting to experience a huge imbalance.

I believe Fine Art Photography has the toughest path for success of all the categories of photography. As this blog has the history of sharing knowledge "About Fine Art Photography" my hope is to gain more appreciation for Art Photography.

I recently found a website, Crusade For Art. When I first saw this, I didn't feel so alone. They are teaching FAPs to find opportunities. They believe we are at the precipice of a crisis in our art, more supply than demand. There's an abundant amount of art and no audience.

I encourage you to visit their website and get involved. We have a great opportunity to be part of a very cool movement and Crusade For Art.

David is a NC based photographer. View website here.

Light In The Valley

It's interesting how the light illuminates the valley. If you were down in the valley, you would be in the light but unable to see it from this higher perspective.

Sometimes we are our worst enemy. We can't see the light of opportunities the universe has to offer because we are staying in the valley. As appreciators of Fine Art Photography, it's important to view from a higher perspective. A closed minded collector that just goes along with the crowd as to what is good photography, will miss the opportunity from a great emerging artist. The same  goes for the photographer. If you're not open to challenging yourself and improving your work, the world will miss out on your uniqueness.

It's important not to try too hard. What you need is already there. You should be aware of who you are and where you want to be. Then you'll be able take steps to view the light in the valley.
 

David is a NC based photographer. View website here.

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Have A Good Tiime

Image of the Emerald Isle Bridge. Iconic to a lot of people of a good time. It is a wonderful structure that is well traveled during the summer vacation season.

I know there are several images of this bridge made by many different photographers. Some may ask why would you want to make images of the same thing that everyone else has. My answer to that is "they weren't me."  Only I can take a photo and put my signature on it. Not that I'm better than everyone, that's not my point.

As photographers regardless if your shooting portrait, landscape or anything else, there are always two subjects in the photo. One is the subject matter of the photo and the other is the photographer.

Experienced photographers develop styles uniquely identifiable  as their own. This to me, it's what separates a great photographer from a good photographer. And this is what collectors love to collect.

As photographers, the main thing is to get out to make photos and have good a time developing a personal style,.

David is a NC based photographer. To see his online gallery click here.

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Horizons

Here is another image of the beach from the North Carolina shores. The calm after the storm reveals beautiful sun light peeking through the clouds with the message of peace. The ocean’s horizon with an uphill perspective accompanied by the comfort of colors, offers a sense of serenity.

Photographers are often challenged with adversities that may seem like an uphill run to a never reaching horizon. I’ve been writing this blog for over a year now. I’ve tried to gather some knowledge of collecting fine art photography, sharing images and perspectives and have enjoyed every minute of it. But writing a blog can be  just one of the uphill horizons a Photographer may face.

With that said, I want to introduce all of you to my new blog, “Fine Art Photography Experience”.
Please visit the blog and subscribe. This blog will be a journal of what Fine Art Photographers go through with creating their images, marketing and selling Fine Art Photography. I have felt for a long time there isn’t enough resources available to us photographers wanting to establish their Fine Art business. My hope is to have engaging readers contribute so we all can learn more about becoming better photographers and entrepreneurs with Fine Art Photography.

In the subjective world of Fine Art there are so many avenues to pursue and questions along the way, that it at times seems like a never reaching horizon. So let’s get started and visit www.fineartphotographyexperience.com and share comments or questions about becoming successful with your fine art photography.

David is a NC based photographer. To see his online gallery click here.