a look behind the work

These posts go beyond what the eye can see. I invite you to read through descriptions of featured paintings and film photos that include personal thought processes, stories behind the work, oil painting tips, film photography tricks, and more.

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A 35mm film picture of a dark teal, blue, and green ocean scene spotted with specs of bright white and yellow sunlight.

light a candle and stay awhile

A smiling, red bearded man stands in front of The Ginger Man Bar on a sunny day in Dublin, Ireland.

Case Study #1:
The Ginger Man

A showcase on aperture.

Realism oil painting of red underwear hanging on a line overlooking a solid balcony and a bright, sunny ocean scene.

Featured Painting: The Girl Next Door

Airing out her dirty laundry.

An edited 35mm film picture of a cemetery with tall gray tombstones taken in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Case Study #2:
Don’t Say R.I.P. to an Overexposed Photo

Darkening an Overexposed Image.