My gallery reflects the raw, unpolished beginnings to where I am now. That is why quality varies so much from start to now... this gallery is a personal reminder of growth and motivation. When I first arrived at this website, I thought manipulation and graphics work was the rule. I tried Poser and other programs but kept returning to photography. That is where I am most of the time. Being here is growth in itself and being surrounded by so many talented artists of various genres is a blessing. God has blessed me in being here to share my offerings and to reap from the wonders brought to the net by others. I am joyed when an image is appreciated and can bear result of an unwise upload, something I do more often than desired in haste to post the render. I like Renderosity very much, learn here and appreciate the work of others. Constructive criticism is welcomed...as are occasional smiles. I choose not to accept ratings, finding comments more useful overall and perhaps allowing room for more honest opinion. I do the same in galleries visited on this site, providing my honest thoughts more than ratings. I was a professional jeweler by trade; in that was my real expertise. Now I freelance and seek secure work. I am a Vietnam era veteran of one branch of service in the USA; fortunately I did not go to conflict during that infamous time. I feel for those who did. Many were my personal friends. Equipment: Until early 2005, the camera was a Minolta DImage F100, which is now lost somewhere in this house. For the most I use a Nikon D7000 and D200 with a small assortment of Nikon and Sigma lenses (the better ones). I also love the spot metering ability of the small spot on the D70, my first DSLR and “quick carry” camera even today. I will add a lens or other accessory when I can afford it in the economic swirl of today. I have found the camera to be very important but the camera does not compose the image. Creative artistry and pleasing imagery is in the image taker, working with the creation around us and what insight our mind provides. I strive to improve the eye behind the lens, while always finding experiences and imagination play a large part in what any particular image means to me, whether or not I am able to convey that to others. Each will see the image in their personal view and heart.
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I have pursued operating a photography business with mixed success. Corporate and family photography has been my primary business in 2014-2016. I offer pro level work at competitive pricing. Renderosity is a wonderful outlet and encouragement in seeing the artistry of others.
Comments (28)
iloco
These type pictures are a favorite of mine. One wonders what kind of story they could tell it they could talk. Nice capture. :)
odie
What a great find. You can almost imagine the history of the house as the sun shines from the side. Excellent job & Happy New Year, Tom!
JaneEden
Excellent detailed photography of a building that looks like it should be on a film set - Happy New Year - hugs Jane xx
tofi
Indeed, a lovely find. This must have been most remarkable to stumble upon in your walk outside. Just the thought of this beautiful home being abandoned leaves an uncanny resonance of sorts. Excellent lighting to capture the mood of this! Happy New Year and may it bring you blessings of peace and love!
IO4
Nice shot:)
koosievantutte
it deserves better, how sad.
moochagoo
Charming little house. Sad.
durleybeachbum
Should have asked him! Your picture raises all sorts of questions.
lizzibell
beautiful details...
RobyHermida
Very fantastic !!!!!----------------------------------;O) Happy new year. ROBY ;O)
nikolais
stunning capture. Tom. Happy New year.Nikolay.
babuci
Wonderful capture Tom. Somehow I don't see it abandoned, life still linger here.
tennesseecowgirl
I would have had to sneak inside .... DID YOU ??
Cosine
Looks like a great house, Tom. I wonder why it was abandoned, and what stories it could tell.
auntietk
Wonderful capture!
MrsLubner
I can't imagine leaving a fabulous place like this unless I was forced to do so by the Grim Reaper. Your pov really has an intimate feel to it.
amota99517
Your shot gives this house a lot of character. Excellent work!
TheDreamCatcher
Just a very stunning home life feel, that makes me feel warm. Brilliant shot.
RBlue
Nice subject. Looks like something I would model in a 3D application. Very artistic eye! A house like that here in So. California would likely fetch $500,000. Yup, a fixer upper around these parts.
Churchwell
WOW
mtc
This is abandoned but very beautiful. The environment is very pleasant; perhaps the house aznd the old man are keeping company for each other. Beautiful light in this pict.
avalonfaayre
Your photos tell a story. I love them. Old houses and railroad tracks...some of my favorites. I love to daydream about places like this. Sad and beautiful at once. A remnant of days gone by.
lesbentley
Very nice scene, I love the colours.
ShadowsNTime
Thank you so much for sending me here, this is a wonderful photo and what a beautiful home it still is...I lived in a farm house much like this as a child...sweet memories...so sad to me that such beauty is replaced by cold grey stone or steel...no character to that like there is to this...one can almost see children running and playing in the yard. Thanks also for the tip with the clone tool, I have used that on images but didn't think to use it on a photo...5+++++ on this!!!
Chipka
It took a while for me to get to this, but I'm glad I finally made it around to this particular neck of the woods. This is one of the most beautiful and haunting images I've seen in an incredibly long time. There is a wealth of emotion in this single image; just a quick shot of something that's been there for a long, long time. The light, the colors, the impression that everything is washed out and shifting, ever so slowly to gray, is stunning in its plaintive beauty. There are stories in this house and they may never be told. I like to think that children lived here, and that a man and wife loved each other, and possibly even made the children who lived there under that very roof. It's incredibly human, and wonderfully heart-wrenching on so many levels. This is a fantastic piece of photographic art and a wonderful capture of time itself.
Mad-Mike
Hmmm very interesting house, would love to explore in it! see old relics. would be a blast! thanks for sharing :-)
fractalbeke
It seems "beautiful", peaceful, tragical and scary at the same time. Congrats for this nice shot.
kenmo
Awesome photo.....