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January 2009 |
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"Imagination is
more important than knowledge..." |
~ Albert Einstein |
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Portrait of the Month |
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It is a photographer's distinct pleasure to have a client that says,
"You are the artist, we'll go with what you think."
After many hours of thought and photographing a very cooperative family the portrait above is the result. It will be presented on a canvas about 80 inches wide by 30 inches tall.
To see more samples go to McSweeney Portraits. |
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Expand Your Vision
with Photosynth |
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I am fascinated to learn how people see. How do you see the world? In one
dimension, two, or three?
Photographs preserve a
visual, two dimensional view of what we see at any given
time. But how would your memories change or grow if
those images could be turned into a more dynamic and
true-to-life scene?
Microsoft's Photosynth creates an amazing and awesome
visual experience. It produces 3-D image by syncing
several similar photographs to create an incredible
depiction of the real world. |
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Join My Conversation |
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I've officially joined the "tweeters" out there in the
world of social networking. I invite you to follow me on
Twitter, a service for friends, families, and business
colleagues to stay connected through quick, frequent
messages sent throughout the day.
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Retro-Tech - Recycled Computers |
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| Retro-Tech is a non-profit organization that offers some pretty awesome second tier recycled computers for very reasonable prices. One of my Art Guild students was looking for a Mac but didn't have the funds for a new one. At Retro-Tech she found a G4 for $125. This computer will run many basic graphics programs very well and is a great entree into the World of Mac. The retail space for Recycling for Illinois may be found at 625 West Main Street in Peoria. |
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Photography Classes |
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| Many folks ask about upcoming classes that I am teaching. I have finally remembered to promote them before they actually begin. For the Peoria Art Guild I will be teaching traditional B&W photography and basic Photoshop classes beginning in early March. If you are interested please e-mail me, for information on more Peoria Art Guild classes e-mail the most awesome Erin Robert. |
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Exhibition Opportunity for
Illinois Artists |
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| If you have artwork that has been created from materials that
are reused, repurposed or found, you may have the opportunity to
be featured in a new exhibit, "Lost and Found." The Springfield
Art Association is sponsoring a call for entries for the the
2009 Illinois Artist Invitational. Please review the
attached
flier for more information and an entry form. |
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