A Brief Resume
My formal training is in biochemistry, as a University research professor…but I believe that photography has similarities to my long-time profession, in that, much like the outcome of research, a successful photograph is achieved in only a small fraction of cases. The few surviving examples are self-satisfying, and may also be to you.
I studied photography at Maine Media Workshops; Cape Cod Workshops; also for many years at the Worcester Center for Crafts in Massachusetts, with Peter Faulkner, who I credit with teaching by example what good and not-so-good photographs look like. My works have been exhibited locally at single person and juried shows; I am currently represented by Maine Gathering in Camden, and Northport Landing in Northport, Maine.
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I try to view my surroundings acutely, and recreate the varied images that presented themselves, capturing the feeling that was inherent at that moment in a still photo. I try to take many of my images during poor weather; snow, fog, cold, wind, and rain create certain scenes not often found in picture-postcard conditions. I like to think that black and white photos capture these moments and add to the realism- or is it surrealism?-in ways that color cannot.
Locations
I display my work at various local art and craft shows throughout New England [see Events], and in art galleries [see Events]. If you are interested in buying a print, or one of my “3D” photos, see the online store for details. Thank you for visiting Ducktrap Photography.
