Photographer
I use a high-resolution flat bed scanner as my
‘studio camera’ and the fine detail it captures
never ceases to amaze me. I record the close
up beauty of flowers, worn beached objects,
and elements of nature that cross my path.
Whether a single bloom or a ‘medley’ of
treasures, the objects are placed directly on
the scanner glass with the cover left open in
a dark room. I build depth and layers from
foreground to background on the glass surface.
Using a preview feature, I can see the image
as it will be recorded and rearrange elements
until ……. it’s just what I had imagined.
To me this process feels somewhat like organizing a group portrait. I place the individuals near one another in a pleasing and cohesive composition, intertwine outreaching elements to project a feeling of connection, and then capture the moment.
Overall, it’s all about passion, the joy of creating
and the continuous quest to learn and grow.
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