by JB | Mar 20, 2017 | Abstract, B&W, Cole Thompson, Death Valley
Another group of images from Death Valley and The Alabama Hills. The first image is unique, in that it includes vegetation that normally try to avoid. The next image, as pointed out by a viewer on Facebook, has a finger in the right side of the sky. As I was making...
by JB | Mar 15, 2017 | Abstract, B&W, Cole Thompson, Death Valley, Workshop
Below you will find more images from my recent trip to Death Valley. Enjoy! Oh and remember to see the images bigger, click on them The first image is from The Alabama Hills in Lone Pine CA. I was drawn to the texture on the background rock in shadow and then the...
by JB | Mar 12, 2014 | Abstract, B&W, Death Valley
“S’Wonderful, S’Marveloous, you should care for me” This is the first line from the song entitled S’Wonderful. I love Diana Krall’s version and am listening to it as I compose this post. I have no idea why this song popped into my...
by JB | Feb 21, 2014 | Abstract, B&W, Cole Thompson, Death Valley, Essence
The “S” curve in nature is a very powerful graphic element. I was thrilled to find this one in the dunes. During our recent tour with Cole Thompson, he was kind enough to show us some of his post processing techniques. Learning how he uses the Dodge and...
by JB | Feb 19, 2014 | Abstract, B&W, Death Valley
I am drawn to the dunes. I love being out there, especially in the morning. I walk about a mile to a spot that I hope will be great for first light and wait. Then the sun crests the horizon and the show begins. And I can’t help but gasp with amazement each and...