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I Love Fine Art America

August 20th, 2015

I Love Fine Art America

I know this must sound gratuitous, but I truly love this site. It is obvious that I love photography, but why do I love this site? I love this site because of all the wonderful photos and paintings I see here and the ability to communicate with the people that love doing what I do. There are other sites, but I gravitate to uploading here because it is simple to do without all the complicated stuff. I sell a lot here as well, which of course is another reason. However, it comes back to the very nice people I meet here and the high caliber of their work.

Creating A Good Photo

July 30th, 2015

Creating A Good Photo

In order to create a good photo, you need to find a subject matter that interests you and others. I think that is a given. Also, make sure the horizon is straight unless there is a reason for it to be crooked. I have made this mistake and when I catch it, I redo it. Important is to make sure there is a subject matter. I just saw a photo where a rowboat was partly seen. I could not discern a point of interest. It garnered a lot of likes and votes, but there was no subject matter and not even color to move the emotions. It was a lesson in not what to do in photography. I don't believe that it is important to adhere to the rule of thirds because that can hinder creativity. That said, it should have a good composition that is pleasing to the eye. The last thing to ask yourself would you buy it if it wasn't your photo.

Why own a photograph?

December 10th, 2014

Why own a photograph?

A photo adds warmth, color, personality and pizazz to any room. It is far more affordable than a painting. An excellent photograph is far better than owning a fair painting. Every photograph, even though a print, is equivalent to receiving an original because it is a print after all.

I have been taking photographs for over 30 years, and so enjoy the whole process. If I had more wallspace, I would have more photos hanging. I do have paintings, but they are a select few.

MadelineDesigns

February 4th, 2011

MadelineDesigns

Photography has been my passion since I was 12 years old when I received a Brownie camera. Since then I have studied at the International Center of Photography. I have had one woman and group shows in Manhattan. Every time I sell a photo, I become a part of their lives.