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 (12)
Mikan
I sure enjoy the music of the scene; the old touch of the tones gives a hint of the early days of photography...good job!
tizjezzme
Ohhh, Tom! This turned out GREAT!!! I went back and compared to the first one; :))))) GREAT JOB! I love this too .. very much. You have made the photo balanced beautifully...
jocko500
good old hoe down. I just saw what you did and it look like you doing good in photoshop ;keep it up
tibet2004uk
I like what u did here! I think ur postwork is really cool on this one! It gives a very particular atmosphere to the shot! I like those "washed out" colors!!
firestorm
the postwork does give it the aged effect, like the way you've captured them :)
cynlee
you did a great job on the cloning tom... with computer editing at hand, as long as it's not suppose to be factual it's the final image that counts... perfect compo now! :]
kellendor
Great job - looks like a good way to spend a summer afternoon or evening! Well done!
Kristanene
This is so ironic Tom, I have a photo of my uncle playing his banjo (I grew up on Bluegrass music, being from Kentucky and all) that I'd planned on posting today as well! I suppose great minds think alike, huh? Hope mine's as good as yours! wink
grrrduhbear
This is a great mood photo , you captured it well . I think your post work is good . have some faith in yourself . I love bluegrass and all the music of the south . My endless summers are from around Indy , In Indiana north of the picken and grin . I don't get around much in the gallerys , I also airbruch paint , It keeps me busy . I do thank you for your comments . ~~~GRRRRRRRRRRRR
kimariehere
yee haw play it boyz..!!! ... ((hoops and hollars) .. wonderful!!
micsteel
The fault, if any, lies not in the image or the photographer, but in the pickers. How do you get the "come on in" feel when they are looking everywhere but at you, or even each other? Almost like being shunned, like none of them wanted to be seen there; I guess they weren't used to being photographed. (Perhaps if the fellow on the extreme left were moved to the opposite end of the picture, so that their gazes were toward each other?)
silverhalide
I hear this music, as this comes from "my neck of the woods"...to git thar attencion, you gotta fit in somehow, doin' a little jig to thar music will bring smiles upon thar faces for a better photo opp! (teasin')