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Category: Art

4×5 Images.

I recently picked up a really old 4×5 camera system. really old as in pre WWII. It has been quite fun to shoot with and I have really enjoyed shooting with a slower pace. Here are a few portraits that I have shot with the camera. As you can see, the lens is a little [...]

Fine Art Reference | Christina’s World

I had the assignment to find a historical piece of artwork and create a photographic piece that referenced it. I chose Christina’s World by Andrew Wyeth. Unfortunately, Mr. Wyeth passed away last week at the age of 91. More information on his life and art work can be found here. Here is the original painting. [...]

A scene from Hitchcock’s Imagination

I was in Houston, Tx this past Saturday when just before sundown the theatre district was overtaken with thousands of birds. It was a really amazing site. Apparently every winter the birds migrate to Houston and fly around the area in the evening. has anyone seen anything like this? I would love to spend more [...]

Print of the Month

Hello, I am pleased to announce the first print in my new series of Monthly limited edition prints. Every month I will release 1 print that will only be available in select numbers. This print will have a limited run of 20 prints. Each print will be custom printed on archival fiber based paper and [...]

Random shots from the weekend

I shot these while driving around the area this weekend. I am loving seeing the seasons change. I think that the leaves will really start in the next few weeks. cheers, Ben

The Beginning of fall

I shot these photographs on my way home from Hadley. It is amazing to see the leaves beginning to change. I am looking forward to the changing of seasons. Hope you enjoy the images. cheers, Ben

Parish to Parish | Plaquemines and Orleans Parish

Jason and I went down to New Orleans to shoot some work for the Parish to Parish project. We shot around the New Orleans area and in Plaquemines Parish. All of these images are available as prints along with every Parish to Parish image. Email me for more information. enjoy, Ben

Kansas City pt. 2

I thought I’d post a couple more pictures from the Kansas City Trip. I hope that everyone has a nice holiday.

Kansas City Road Trip

I am in Kansas City right now visiting with Jason Domingues. These are a few images that I’ve shot in the last few days. I hopefully will have more images to post in the next few days.

Parish to Parish | Iberville

Today Jason and I headed out of town to shoot some work for out Parish to Parish project. These shots were taken in Iberville Parish, outside of Rosedale. Today is also the Summer Solstice. Its the longest day of the year. The sunshine decided to sleep in for the holiday however. Here are a few [...]