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Peter's Picks of the Month January 2 - January 25, 2009
Peter Marr picked his favorite
photos of the show
All images copyright by the individual photographers
2nd Juried Theme Show The Magic of Light
The second annual juried theme show
THE MAGIC OF LIGHT
is a superb exhibition of
some of the best images that I have had the privilege to view. It is
a “must see” for anyone who can get to the Gallery in the next three
weeks, where they cannot fail to be delighted with an exhibition
that showcases the wonderful talents of over 100 photographers. For
“Peters Picks”, I was hard-pressed to select my 6 favorite images
from the 212 prints in the exhibition. After extended viewing and
deliberation, I have made comments on 6. Peter A.
Marr
Down Stairs
A truly
dramatic image showing incredible design, and brilliant use of
saturated color elements of reds and purples. The gradation of
hues and tonal values incorporating these colors, with the
interplay of magentas and yellows, coupled with strong black
lines and shadows, together give a breathtaking design that is
visually stunning. The striking diagonal thrust of the steps and
floor “brick-lines” might want to take your eye out of the frame
at the top, but your eyes are held by the strong vertical poles,
the opposing “brick-lines”, and of course by the feet and legs
of the person stepping down. I feel that the overall image is so
powerful, that it would be great even without the human
intrusion, but what the presence of this person does, is to give
the image a whole new dimension, namely, one of mystery and
imagination. One could easily envisage for example, a whole
scenario of who he is, where is he going, what lies beyond the
steps in the space ahead?, etc . The person is exiting the
frame, yet you do not have to follow him, your eye is still held
firmly in the picture, and one still has plenty of time to
absorb, feel, and wonder at the exquisite color and design
elements in this awe-inspiring image.
Stairs, Vajdahunyad
An outstanding
image of an interior segment of an ancient building, where the
stairs are the dominant feature, but where the strong verticals,
curves, design elements and the excellent lighting are equally
important. This image is a great credit to the photographer for
capturing and printing this historic architectural detail so
beautifully. Apart from the photographic excellence, what really
grabs you is the sense of wonder and history for the stories that
these steps could relate to you, of the life of the people who
walked on these stairs over countless years and possible centuries.
As we look into this superb print, does your eye go up the stairs
towards the small highlight at the top?, or does it come down the
steps in order to look through the opening at the side where a
window or other stairs may be present, and then continue on through
the open ornate wooden door into the courtyard beyond? For myself, I
go in both directions. I have no favorite way, for each stair,
whether going up or down, continues to be a magical mystery tour,
one where countless stories from the past can re-emerge at will.
A really stellar, thought-provoking image.
R, G, B = White
This is a dramatic and intriguing abstract image, which is
visually both striking and powerful. It is not important that the
print originated from elements in an
Rudbeckia
Exquisite color and
color contrast, superb design, visual impact and originality, all
highlight this outstanding image. Rarely do you see a flower
photographed from the “stems point of view”, but how else could you
capture natures fantastic use of the intricate design and color of
both leaves and petals of this beautiful flower. The seamless
marriage of the deep green leaves with the resplendent reds and
yellows of the petals is visually stunning, complementing
outstanding design features that are both a credit to nature and to
the discerning artistic eye of the photographer. Even the intricate
detail in the leaves with their sharp, delicate, hair-like
appendages demand attention, taking your eye on a magical journey
through a phenomenal color field of richness, strength, delicacy and
beauty. A truly wonderful image, imaginatively and creatively
perceived and presented.
Crescent Face
Pont de Rennes Bridge
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