Organic Chemistry

December 7, 2009

Images © Keliy Anderson-Staley

Besides offering amazing photography through print and downloadable format, Daylight Magazine has some very nice multimedia projects from talented story tellers on their site. I like "Off the Grid" by Keliy Anderson-Staley. I look forward to seeing new multimedia projects as well photographic features and collaboratives from Daylight Mag.

December 2, 2009

pause | to begin books now available!

In an email from Ethan and David this morning a very exciting announcement was made regarding their project, pause | to begin.

"We are thrilled to announce that the Pause, to Begin Catalogue Edition Books are now on sale through our publisher Booksmart Studio. The beautiful hardbound catalogue (color, 108 pages) accompanies the Pause, to Begin exhibition held at Booksmart Studio from January 2–30, 2009, and is limited to 500 copies. The remarkable catalogue showcases the work of the 15 selected photographers, as well as statements on photography and the creation of Pause, to Begin by founders Ethan Jones and David Wright; advisors John Paul Caponigro and Joyce Tenneson; juror Cig Harvey; and editorial director Susan Morelock. Purchase the book here."

I have included a preview from each photographer below.

November 26, 2009

Happy Thanksgiving!

Eat, drink, and enjoy your company today!

Photo Courtesy the Library of Congress Archives

November 21, 2009

Kirk and Robin's Wedding 4x5s

MIsc

Prairie Grid . Rathdrum, Idaho . 2009

Elk Scull . Copper Creek . 2009

Car Seat . 2009

Bob . Copper Creek . 2009

November 16, 2009

I just read a beautiful post by Shen Wei.

Ian . Coeur d'Alene . 2009

November 5, 2009

Dreamboats Collective

I had an email the other day from Daniel Shea announcing the launch of a new agency called Dreamboats Collective. Here is an intro from his newsletter about the project:

"Dreamboats Collective is a new photography agency, founded and run by its members, featuring the work of Adam Golfer, Joe Leavenworth, TJ Proechel, and Daniel Shea. We intend to add to the growing disambiguation between working personally and working editorially. As a collective, we are focused on creating a self-sustaining network of distribution and support for the creation of new photographic works."

©TJ Proechel

© Adam Golfer

Their concept here is an important one to me as I have personally struggled a bit in keeping up with my art while working to survive. It is always refreshing, and inspiring, when a new effort like this comes onto the scene.

In addition to encouraging the continued "creation of new photographic works," these guys will be offering limited edition prints at an affordable price. The launch is accompanied by an exhibit that opens tonight in New York. There are some damn fine photographs so far. Have a look!

November 3, 2009

Not even once

did I think I could be the subject of such and image. I guess that makes it art.....

October 20, 2009

Orcas Island

I went to Orcas Island in the San Juans off the coast of Washington state a few weeks ago to enjoy a weekend with some friends as they were married. Here are a few photos from that weekend.

Fresh Scans

A few recent pics from hanging with my boys.

Car Sleeping . 2009

Sunset Over Fairgrounds . Coeur d'Alene . 2009

Tree Stump . Cataldo, Idaho . 2009

September 24, 2009

Rise of Fall

As autumn begins, I have this longing to connect with the beautiful light that the season offers here in the Northwest. It'll be early mornings and the light of dusk that I hope to search out. Perhaps this is a good sign. I grabbed this shot last night out my passenger window while waiting at a red light on my way back to the newsroom from a swim meet.

Sunset and BMW . 2009

September 16, 2009

Collectable

Blue Cadillac . 2008
From the series "the dream of becoming King"
© Shawn Gust

The above image is now available as a limited edition photograph over at 52 Editions beginning today. The image will be featured on the home page of the site for one week, and then will remain available permanently in the catalog area or until sold out. If you haven't checked out the site yet, go now. Among the participating artists to date are Matthew Brandt, Kristopher Stallworth, Seza Bali, and Paul Adams.

During the featured week, each edition of 275 is available at the amazing price of $45 unframed or $125 framed. Following the first seven days, the catalog price for an unframed print is $75. Collect me!

September 13, 2009

Nicholas Haggard

Just found the work of Nicholas Haggard. His work seems to come from within personal relationships. At least that's what I take from it based on the characters portrayed throughout. Anyway, there are fantastic images in his portfolio. Have a look.