Erik Praytor #5

Erik Praytor Photography

I was surfing Google under abstract/photo/artists and I eventually came across vision light photography and discovered so pretty unique artists. I clicked through most of them but it was Erik's Quote that really caught my eye: "What inspires me is finding the beauty in things most of us overlook." This concept I how I feel most of the time I'm taking photos, I look for the unique point of view (at least I try). Take the time to look at Erik's portfolio he is a pretty well rounded artist and photographer.
http://www.visionlightgallery.com/gallery/category.cfm?SID=1&Category_ID=735

Ansel Adams #4

Ansel Adams PhotographyAs a little boy my dad has always been a big fan of Ansel Adams because Yosemite and the Grand canyon were some of his favorite places to go. While I was cruising the web I ran across the picture that I have been staring at for years. It was fun to cruise the site and check out my dad's photography idol. Now I got to represent and put A.A. on my page of fame.

http://www.anseladams.com/

Dave Martinidez #3

Dave Martinidez Photography
NYC

Dave Martinidez gives a new light to NY city and city photography. On his website he has a series of photos focusing in on a specific area: lines, central park, clouds etc. I really got inspired with his subjects especially this wall. I feel there is so much change that can be done to the picture; It reminds me of the Chris Orwig's wall in the city. This photo below simply shows the complexity of NYC photos. Check out the sight for yourself.
http://www.martinidez.com/

Tony Howell #2

Tony Howell Photography

I really like Tony Howell and his well rounded approach to art. He has a nice web page that is easy to direct around (http://www.tonyhowell.co.uk/) you all should check it out. I was looking at most of his work and I seem to keep drawing myself to his landscape portfolio (figures)... but I like the way he incorporates the surrounding buildings or structures in his scenery photos. I think it gives the picture a better feel and a grasp for the area.

Stevan Marcus Photography #1

Stevan Marcus Photography

The first day of class, I told everyone I was intrigued with scenery photos. Stevan Marcus does what I would do, if I was a professional photographer. He finds great angles and develops great shots. Click picture to check out his page I found.

Blurb Book

Here is the site to my Book for the semester check it out and swoop one for yourself!


http://www.blurb.com/bookstore/detail/224586

Quail Botanical Garden

On this beautiful field trip, I brought my friend Patrick along for the ride, our destination Quail Botanical Garden. We were both ready for whatever on this beautiful day so we came prepared with a Sony 8 and my 6mp Cannon power shot. Of course I was in control of the Sony where I was trying to focus on individual flowers and scenery of this 35 acre flower paradise. Throughout our travels we encountered beautiful flowers, wildlife: birds, lizards, butterflies and hills for days. Once we traveled the grounds of the park we were on top of city of Encinitas. The view at the top of the garden is amazing, there is a great shot of the ocean as well as a great breeze.

Here are some of the pictures we came out with...