Fine Art Friday pick- "White Barn"

This was taken at the same location as several of my other pieces, and although I'm rarely able to single out any one piece as a favorite (because I've got an emotional connection to all of them), I will say that I continue to be drawn to this one, and I go back to look at it often.  It was shot in the late afternoon, so the sun was low in the sky, and rather piercing.  You can see the degree of weathering on the barn walls, but the remaining white paint practically *glowed* in the sun.  Originally, I'd done a more traditional composition, and I'd cropped out the broken windmill in the back, right side.  It didn't seem like it was quite complete, though, so I re-introduced the windmill to the photo.  I feel that, this way, it accurately conveys that not only is the barn enduring the battering of the elements, its fellow structures surrounding it have fallen victim, as well.  This print is on sale through the weekend, and can be found in both the Original Art and Black & White galleries at www.astoria-photography.com/FineArtPhotography -use code: FRIDAY at the checkout for 10% off any print or canvas order.

Fine Art Friday pick- "White Barn"

This was taken at the same location as several of my other pieces, and although I'm rarely able to single out any one piece as a favorite (because I've got an emotional connection to all of them), I will say that I continue to be drawn to this one, and I go back to look at it often.  It was shot in the late afternoon, so the sun was low in the sky, and rather piercing.  You can see the degree of weathering on the barn walls, but the remaining white paint practically *glowed* in the sun.  Originally, I'd done a more traditional composition, and I'd cropped out the broken windmill in the back, right side.  It didn't seem like it was quite complete, though, so I re-introduced the windmill to the photo.  I feel that, this way, it accurately conveys that not only is the barn enduring the battering of the elements, its fellow structures surrounding it have fallen victim, as well.  This print is on sale through the weekend, and can be found in both the Original Art and Black & White galleries at www.astoria-photography.com/FineArtPhotography -use code: FRIDAY at the checkout for 10% off any print or canvas order.

Fine Art Friday pick: "Missing Page"

This was taken at an abandoned (dairy?) farm in rural North Iowa.  The farm had clearly, previously been equipped with electricity, but everything - from the buildings to the contents in the tiny home- looked so primitive.  Except...there were a few torn pages from a book that were scattered across the entrance of the disheveled house, and a couple more that had been carried by the wind, out onto the unkempt lawn.  The book the pages belonged to is title Mystery in the Tropics, which, according to Barnes and Noble, was written by Irving Speed Wallace, published in 1941.  (Lo-five to the author for his middle name being "Speed.")  This is the last photo I took at the farm...beautifiul as it was, peppered with history and a life's work, the place, frankly, gives me the willies.  This photo is on sale in print or on canvas, all weekend long.  Use code FRIDAY at the checkout to take 10% off your order.

Fine Art Friday pick: "Effete"

Better late, than never!  I've been a little off on my Fine Art Friday posts, but I had a friend unexpectedly pass away last week, and I've kind of been out of sorts since then.  I'm getting back on track, now; art is very therapeutic.  This week's pick is "Effete," and it was taken in an old, abandoned conservation office (ironically).  The building is in extreme disrepair, and many portions are caving in.  The ceiling in this room fell down just a week after I shot this photo.  The building is still very beautiful to me, and I continue to revisit the areas that are safe enough to navigate.  This print is on sale through Monday at www.astoria-photography.com.  Just enter code FRIDAY at the checkout!

Fine Art Friday pick: "Lumière"

This was taken at an abandoned estate in rural North Iowa a couple of summers ago.  This staircase leads to the family’s bedrooms.  The second story is divided, and a second, very narrow staircase in the home leads up to much smaller area used for a servant or nanny’s sleeping quarters.  A print of it hangs on my studio wall, and it can be purchased, along with all of my artwork at www.astoria-photography.com

Fine Art Friday pick: "All Apologies"

I had previously shot at an old, abandoned farm, and got some gorgeous images.  I revisited the property for a portrait session with my sister & niece, but found that the house had been vandalized….mostly notably, with boobies.  Then I turned the corner and found this gorgeous tribute on the wall, and had to steal a shot of it.  Unfortunately, I’m not able to give the artist any credit, since they obviously didn’t leave their name- but they should know, this is one of my best selling pieces.  Visit www.astoria-photography.com for more artwork & info!