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_MG_9487, originally uploaded by dksumm.

Short
Cold
Dark
Days
Clinging
Onto
Life

Fox

Disgusting
Rotting
Questioning
Searching
Pondering
Hurting
Learning
Beautiful

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_MG_9854, originally uploaded by dksumm.

The morning sunlight, as it filters in through the windows, the last couple of mornings has been absolutely refreshing to both mind and spirit.

I think having the blinds open has helped all of those in our house hold to have a brighter disposition at this point in the winter season. Winter is beautiful but our daughter reminds us, whenever we go outdoors, in her loudest and brightest voice, "Spring is coming!"

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_MG_9801, originally uploaded by dksumm.

Ivy

_MG_4972, originally uploaded by dksumm.

Spent this morning in a lecture with the BA students. It was about landscape photography. As interesting as it was, I kept thinking about what kind of photographer I am.

What kind of photographer am I?

I like making photographs no matter the subject. Landscapes or portraits, doesn't matter to me they are both fascinating. I would like more experience with still life and commercial assignments as well. Until then I will continue to try and figure out if I should follow one path or the other.

Historical Processes

A toned cyanotype print.

Van Dyke Brown print.
Salted paper print
Gum Arabic print
Cyanotype with a Van Dyke Brown process over the top
Platinum print
Platinum print
Platinum print
Platinum print
Platinum print
Platinum print

This is a collection of prints made using historical processes.

Dark room Techniques

These photographs were taken on film and then printed in a traditional darkroom. Different techniques were used such as pushing and pulling film, film destruction, and using a Holga camera.

Tattoos

Did you know that Kelly Osbourne is having some of hers removed. Though I will never get one, it is an interesting form and expression of art.

Closed

I am thinking of starting a series of portraits where peoples eyes are shut. Perhaps one shot with eyes open, with another shot where the eyes are closed.

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_MG_4425, originally uploaded by dksumm.

McKay wants to be scientist when he grows up. It was a lot of fun getting some natural shots of him in his own home.