There is something about photographs of deserted places and abandoned buildings that is mysterious and intriguing to those of us who crave a combination of mystery and history, danger and thrill. Being from New York, the hustle and bustle of inner city life (while not for everyone) does provide great areas that are so interesting to spend time in - both on a personal level but also photographically.
Some people might be a little depressed by the greyness of concrete, towering skyscrapers and graffiti covered decaying walls (my favorite!) - but I find every nook and cranny of an industrial city full of photographic potential.
An Urban Landscape Photography artist looks for these photographic possibilities in the cities and and urban areas everywhere, where we live, work, visiting, etc. Urban Landscape photography is often gritty, it's not always pretty and it can be quite abstract. In my opinion, as an artist, it's very cool, especially for portraiture!
Some people might be a little depressed by the greyness of concrete, towering skyscrapers and graffiti covered decaying walls (my favorite!) - but I find every nook and cranny of an industrial city full of photographic potential.
An Urban Landscape Photography artist looks for these photographic possibilities in the cities and and urban areas everywhere, where we live, work, visiting, etc. Urban Landscape photography is often gritty, it's not always pretty and it can be quite abstract. In my opinion, as an artist, it's very cool, especially for portraiture!
Here's why I'm making this page
Contact with others who appreciate art and help them expand their horizons. One of the things I hear most is "I don't live in an Urban setting".
That's ok, neither do I. Most of what I've written about can be explored in the suburbs and even smaller towns as really urban landscapes document and explore the places where people live and gather - big or small. Believe me, with a little imagination, a different angle or perspective, and you can give your photo's (no matter where you are) an urban, gritty, modern, artful flair!
Tip: One thing that fascinates me about cities is the differences in the feel and sites that you can witness from area to area. Within a block or two you can move from a business district or commercial zone to a gritty, run down industrial zone or a trendy inner city residential or shopping area. Many urban landscape photographers have a preference for one or more of these types of areas but if you're just starting out it can be worth experimenting with exploring the possibilities that each of these areas can present you with oppourtunites for the shot of the year!
Feel free to share your ideas or suggestions, I'd love to hear them! All the best to each of you.
That's ok, neither do I. Most of what I've written about can be explored in the suburbs and even smaller towns as really urban landscapes document and explore the places where people live and gather - big or small. Believe me, with a little imagination, a different angle or perspective, and you can give your photo's (no matter where you are) an urban, gritty, modern, artful flair!
Tip: One thing that fascinates me about cities is the differences in the feel and sites that you can witness from area to area. Within a block or two you can move from a business district or commercial zone to a gritty, run down industrial zone or a trendy inner city residential or shopping area. Many urban landscape photographers have a preference for one or more of these types of areas but if you're just starting out it can be worth experimenting with exploring the possibilities that each of these areas can present you with oppourtunites for the shot of the year!
Feel free to share your ideas or suggestions, I'd love to hear them! All the best to each of you.
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- sandy sandy Dec 11, 2008 @ 7:31 pm
- Wow!
I am so impressed,....you're a fantastic artist Stephanie!
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- twmoore twmoore Dec 11, 2008 @ 6:44 pm
- I like your art work Stephanie, very modern.
