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Hues of the fall

April 5, 2014 By Dennis Krukover Leave a Comment

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Date: 10/15/2013
Location: Pemaquid, Maine
Title: Hues of the fall

When you look into a camera lens, the world transforms into many different things. That is the power of photography; it can take us to different dimensions and give us a whole new perspective of the world and the environment around us. Capturing macro shots is one interesting avenue of expressing creativity.

This macro shot of autumn leaves is a beautiful fusion of detail, depth and color. One of the most important elements in macro photography is detail. When shooting a subject on an up close scale can be a challenge. When one is capturing macro images, focus is an extremely essential element. Focusing can be a huge problem when you approach photography on a macro range. The main reason for this obstacle is the fact that capturing pictures on a very close distance renders extremely shallow DOF or depth of field.

It is the goal of the photographer to capture new angles on objects and  various elements that ae around us. This photo was taken right off Maine. When doing outdoor photography for autumn, it is world renowned for the magnificent colors. The possibility of capturing awesome images of Mother Nature and all her beauty is endless. It will always be worthwhile to visit Maine for an autumn frolic.

The texture and detail of the leaves makes this fine art image an interesting design piece. It can be a great addition to a living room design plan. A masterpiece like this deserves to be immortalized on gorgeous fine art print.

Filed Under: Macro Tagged With: autumn, fall, hues of the fall, leafs, macro, maine

Tools of the trade

April 4, 2014 By Dennis Krukover Leave a Comment

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Date: 10/15/2013
Location: Pemaquid, Maine
Title: Tools of the trade

Photographs are the mirror of human experience and emotions. Traveling to Maine is always a worthwhile one. The opportunity to commune with Mother Nature and the delight of going back to the basics and essentials in life is beyond any price. When one visits Maine, there are a lot of amazing things to indulge with to make your trip a memorable one.

Traveling and food delights go hand in hand. One of the most famous dishes being offered around Maine is lobster. This fine art image was captured on a lobstermen shack around Maine offering the best tasting lobster there is. For those who would explore while waiting for their monstrous lobster meal, grabbing a camera and capture snap shots of the gorgeous sunsets or the azure horizons is a perfect way to end a long day.

Lobsters are considered as the major players in the economy of Maine. It was said that in 2012, the harvested lobsters exceeded 126 million pounds and was able to generate 338 million dollars in dock or ex-vessel value. With over 5,900 licensed and qualified lobster harvesters and a wide array of marine outfitters, retailers, processors, dealers and restaurants, lobster is one of the vital components of the fishing industry. This in the state of Maine has sustained the villages and communities around it through the years.

This picture of lobster buoys  hanging on lobstermen shack is would make a rustic addition to a home or office interiors. The rugged look of this image is a nice addition to the boy’s room or a crafty piece to add in a vacation house. It will be a creative addition to any empty space you want to brighten up.

 

Filed Under: Oceans Tagged With: lobster buoy, lobstermen, maine, pemaquid, pemaquid point, shack

Step this way into the sunset

April 3, 2014 By Dennis Krukover Leave a Comment

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Date: 10/14/2013
Location: Maine
Title: Step this way into the sunset

Outdoor photography is an opportunity to witness the beauty of Mother Nature. The dynamic elements in the environment make it a challenge to capture images that are stunning and definitely a master piece of visual art. Most of the time, fine art prints make use of sunrise as main subject. This awesome shot of a lighthouse is an absolutely beautiful.

This photo is taken during “magic hour”. Photography buffs refer the first and last hour of sunlight in a day as the golden or magic hour. The warm hues of the low sun enhance the texture and color of the scene. Contrast is less in this image which makes shadows less dark and highlights are less likely to be overexposed.

The qualities of light in this image come from the beauty of the sun as it goes up. The artist who took this image definitely explored the possibilities in creativity and photography. The natural light in this snapshot has distinct quality, direction and color. The saturated colors and warm tones were a result of the lower content of white light before the sun rises.

The gentle transitions of tones were brought about by the soft light by the sun. It creates a surreal image and appeal to the picture. This image conveys a lot of memories and calm.  The direction of the light has emphasized the shape and texture of the light post. The sunrise during a magic hour added much character to this fine art print.

For those who would want to add a different ambience to their living room or office space, a fine art print of this shot is a perfect investment. You can definitely pull together an interior design plan without overdoing the creativity of the decorative pieces you add to make the room cozy and warm.

Filed Under: Oceans Tagged With: lighthouse, maine, sunset

Evil sunrise

March 25, 2014 By Dennis Krukover Leave a Comment

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Date: 10/15/2013
Location: Pemaquid, Maine
Title: Evil sunrise

Fine art images which feature a body of water have a different appeals to the human soul. A calm sea can make the audience feel serenity and peace. A sea full of raging ways can invoke chaos, power and struggle. However, it is always the sea and the sun which appears on fine are photos. However, the inclusion of rock formations adds a different sense of steadfastness and character.

The warm hues of the sky add depth to this shot. Maine offers a lot of opportunities for photographers to capture the raw beauty of Mother Nature. With the gray and purple color pallets, this fine art image depicts cold mystery and charm. This image showcases the blending of colors and the playful effects of the light. This is an outdoor shot but the photographer really captured the beauty of the sunrise as it is happening.

This fine art image was taken right off the beautiful coastlines of Maine, near the famous Pemaquid Point Light. Since this state is boarded by the Atlantic Ocean, panoramic view of the ocean and the horizon captures the heart of many photographers from the different parts of the world. Maine has been known to the world because of its landscape and scenery. The rocky and jagged coastlines and rolling mountains along with its picturesque waterways, it is one of the most popular places for photography buffs for an outdoor photo shoot session.

A fine art print of this image can bring a lot of appeal and character to a specific room. For those home owners or office space owners, they can include this design piece into a room which relaxation and unwinding is possible. It can calm the senses and amaze the audience if its mystifying looks.

Filed Under: Sunrise Tagged With: evil sunrise, maine, maine fall colors, ocean, pemaquid, pemaquid point light, sunrise, waves

Wave explosion

March 25, 2014 By Dennis Krukover Leave a Comment

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Date: 10/17/2013
Location:  Near Thunder Hole @ Acadia National Park, Maine
Title: Wave explosion

Outdoor photography is all about the rush of adventure and the thrill of capturing images of subjects at its most vulnerable and promising states. Fine art images of the ocean convey a sheer sense of calm, serenity and peace. However, when raging waves crash to rock formations, it showcases the immeasurable strength and prowess of Mother Nature. This photo was taken from the beautiful costs of Maine near the famous Thunder Hole in Acadia National Park. For outdoor photography buffs, Maine is a paradise for an outdoor photo shoot. The image of the sea on a fine art print can be a very creative way of embracing the beauty of Mother Nature.

Fine art prints are really interesting. A lot of these landscape photographs are perfect adornments for various homes and offices. Fine art prints are usually preferred because of the detail and the enormous attention to color and composition.  More than often they are more than worth the investment.
Every single image captured by an artist speaks about his own definition of beauty and creativity.  These creative masterpieces are the product of an artist’s creative and ingenious “eye” and sense of creativity with utmost precision and highly technical photography skills.

This fine art print of a scenic view of the crashing waves along the coastal area of Maine is a perfect focal design for a living room. However, for those office space owners, they can make use of this fine art print for a stunning ornamental piece in a lobby or lounge area. Consider investing in this fine art image, it is a timeless and ageless form of art.

Filed Under: Surf Crash Tagged With: acadia national park, autumn, maine, maine fall colors, ocean, otter cliff, surf crash, thunder hole, wave explosion

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