Author Archives: Craig

About Craig

I have a passion to create, and I'm fascinated with the tools and technologies of creativity. I strive to produce images that are graphically simple and technically precise in order to render beautiful photographic fine art prints. I work with a variety of digital transformations to create a finished image that reflects my artistic interpretation.

Fine Art or Snapshot? Sometimes the Difference is Timing

Posted on September 8, 2014 by Craig

Time of day can be one of the most important factors in determining the success of a photo. Consider the photo of Mesa Arch in Canyonlands National Park in Utah. The photo was taken just after sunrise. The wonderful orange … Continue reading →

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The Story Behind an Award Winning Fine Art Photograph

Posted on August 27, 2014 by Craig

“Hidden in Plain Sight” has become one of my most popular fine art photos, but it almost never happened. The story behind the photo illustrates the importance of patience, planning, and perseverance. The story began in October 2012 when I … Continue reading →

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Chasing Shadows

Posted on August 26, 2014 by Craig

  Like many photographers, I love playing with light. After all, the word “photography” means “writing with light.”  But light is nothing without shadows. They add depth, dimension and interest to a photo. Shadows are how you know the shape of … Continue reading →

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Print your Photos, You’ll be Glad you Did

Posted on August 14, 2014 by Craig

Digital photography has created lots of exciting new processes, but I fear one of the pitfalls is that too many of us have moved away from physical prints of our photographs. I am a passionate advocate of making prints.  I even go so … Continue reading →

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Using Motion to Create a Fine Art Photo

Posted on July 20, 2014 by Craig

This is another in my series of photos where I use motion to create interesting shapes and patterns. Since both the model and the light are moving during a long exposure, I never really know what the finished image will hold. I … Continue reading →

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