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Acrylic painting – a sudden burst of activity

Acrylic painting – a sudden burst of activity

Though I focus mainly on film and digital photography on this blog, I also dabble with acrylic painting from time to time. I started this hobby a few years ago and then went on a lengthy hiatus. As a kid,

Steve July 19, 2016 Abstract Painting 2 Comments Read more

Optical experiments – DIY lenses, beautiful blur and freelensing

Optical experiments – DIY lenses, beautiful blur and freelensing

Freelensing or De-Lensing – take your pick When I started learning more about photography, like so many I was mostly interested in gear, sharp images and the best lenses my bank balance could reasonably afford. But this quickly became boring.

Steve December 7, 2015January 4, 2016 Adapted Lenses No Comments Read more

Addicted to film : an interview with the creator of Sebastemulsion

Addicted to film : an interview with the creator of Sebastemulsion

I came across Sebastian Young via the Film Never Die website, where he sells his unique Sebastemulsion film rolls. Being an eager film photography advocate myself, it seemed only natural to ask him if he’d like to be interviewed. He

Steve April 21, 2015April 22, 2015 Film Photography, Interviews 1 Comment Read more

Underworld : a finished abstract painting

Underworld : a finished abstract painting

I’ve posted previously about the progress on my second painting. Well, I’ve now completed it! (please click on the image to make it larger and clearer) I call this piece Underworld. I started with a thick black gesso layer and

Steve March 18, 2015 Abstract Painting 12 Comments Read more

What I’m learning : progress of my second painting

What I’m learning : progress of my second painting

Since I’m committed to sharing the journey for this painting, warts and all, here’s where it’s at: You can see that I’ve made significant changes since the last entry. I’m using a lot of textures in this painting, and I

Steve February 28, 2015 Abstract Painting 5 Comments Read more
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