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Waiting for a Train

This is the third preview leading up to the exhibition I'm participating in at Studio 561 this Saturday. This picture, entitled "Waiting for a Train", is a highly altered photo from a photoshoot that I was less than pleased with. As opposed to other photos from the set, the original for this piece isn't terrible but it isn't particularly enthralling either.

The finished look is more consistent with recent work of mine, very bright and very clean looking. It was achieved by using the sketch and cutout filters in Photoshop and using the gradient feature in "blending modes" to provide a splash of colour.

Beach Kiss

Today I'm featuring my second preview of a piece for the show I will be participating in on August 21st (full details this week). This piece is called "Beach Kiss". It's originally a photo from a wedding I attended in Jamaica a couple years ago.

My original inclination had been to go with the piece below as a show piece. I think it's a very nice shot and the black and white with the yellow flower effect is nice, unfortunately I also think it's a cliche that has been done to death.

Hand of Power

Haven't been feeling well the past couple days so I apologize for the lack of content. I will endeavor to get it together tomorrow.

In the meantime today I'm previewing the first of five pieces I will be showing at the show on the 21st of August. This piece is entitled "Hand of Power". This is a personal favorite of mine. It's a picture of one of my closest friends, one Mr. Terrence Hand. The strong orange and grey theme is created using the sketch filter in Photoshop. The "explosion" around his hand is created by compositing a picture of fireworks exploding onto his hand. The result is quite a bold image.

Ben Navaee Gallery

I've recently become involved with this gallery down in Leslieville. It's a fantastic organization that runs free community art courses and free yoga classes. I'll be participating in a show there at the end of August so I'll be sure to post details as they become available.

For more info please visit their website.

My First Gallery Show!!!!

Hey check it out three posts in one day!

So as the title suggests I have my first gallery show coming up at the end of August. It kicks off on the 21st and will run for 10 days. I will be showcasing five pieces which will also be for sale. I will be previewing the five pieces involved in the coming weeks leading up to the show itself.

There will be a kick off shindig on the 21st featuring drinks and music. I'll post more details as I get them.