2017 And Making Waves….

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I’ve been wanting to create some new abstract art for awhile.  With the crazy holidays over, I am hitting the paint running!  I am making waves…..Enjoy!

Make Your Own Waves Here…

 

S.U.M.M.E.R.’S Brightest…

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The Summer sun is particularly brutal this time of year in Florida.  Temperatures soar and it is nearly impossible to spend time outside during the hottest part of the day.  As I head back to my retreat after a long walk along the ocean, I am always stuck by how parched and dead everything is on the dunes.  It looks brittle and bare.  But there are these little bursts of color dotting the landscape.  Yellow flowers that withstand the most demanding months of Summer.  The Beach Sunflower……Summer’s brightest!

I will be away for awhile….see you when I get back!

How Deep Is Your Love?

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“How Deep Is Your Love”

I love the rich taste of dark bittersweet chocolate on my tongue.

I love the sound of the rain hitting the roof late at night.

I love to smell the ocean at sunrise.

I love to sing in the shower.

I love to create art.

I love my family.

I love life.

I love.

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“The Roots Of Love Run Deep” is by far one of my most popular paintings.  I am not certain if it is the design…the colors or the title that attracts people from all over the world.  I have shipped prints to Japan….Australia….even small Greek islands.   Love truly is the Universal language…I am glad that I speak it.

How deep is YOUR love?

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New Year New Friends

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I am heading out today with my husband to meet a new friend that I have been getting to know online through Fine Art America.  I am excited to meet her!  Her name is Jo Anne Tomaselli and I have enjoyed viewing and promoting her photography for the past few months.  We plan on shooting some photos together today (weather permitting)…….So while I am away…..check out her work!  I am especially fond of her portrait work. 🙂

 

Click on this link to see more of Jo Anne’s work:  http://fineartamerica.com/profiles/jo-ann-tomaselli.html

Had a great time today! Thank you Jo Anne….looking forward to seeing you guys in April too!

50% Off My Income For October!!

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Go HOLIDAY SHOPPING EARLY!! VERY S.P.E.C.I.A.L. SALE!!! Save anywhere from 2.50 to 64.00 depending on what size print you buy. I am cutting my income in half…how many folks will do that? Will your dentist? Lawyer? Car salesperson? Heck no!! But I am just for the rest of October!! Use this code: SUBYTE to see how much you can SAVE!!

Wish You Were Here

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http://fineartamerica.com/featured/solitude-blue-sky-art-by-sharon-cummings-sharon-cummings.html

Yesterday was one of those amazing Florida days where I wished everyone I knew could be enjoying the fresh air, the sunshine and all of the beauty that was embracing me.  We took our new Samsung Galaxy Note 3 phones out into the wilderness to see what the cameras could do.  I bought the phone for my business and that is what it is used for 90% of the time, but since we had heard so much about the photographic capacity of these new gadgets we gave them a whirl. There was no shortage of subject.  The cameras took some really nice pictures, but no where near that of our DSLR’s.  My favorite is the piece above titled “Solitude” as it expresses how I feel most of the time.  Working from a home studio without coworkers and/or employees leaves me with a lot of alone time.

But I had the most fun playing with the panorama setting.  This piece below turned out really cool and shows a true slice of Florida wilderness where man has intruded by building a bridge between the city world and the great outdoors:

http://fineartamerica.com/featured/around-the-bend-sharon-cummings.html

Lastly, there were so many wildflowers blooming it was unreal.  Some of these beauties were taller than I was with large golden and yellow fronds reaching into the sky.  Really it was perfect and it turned out to be a lot less about the camera and a lot more about capturing the beauty…..

http://fineartamerica.com/featured/florida-beauty-landscape-art-by-sharon-cummings-sharon-cummings.html

Gerald Marella Patience To Perfection Photographer

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I’ve always envied people with a lot of patience.  When I take photos, I just randomly snap whatever catches my eye.  This is not the case for Gerald Marella.  When I was first introduced to him and his work, I could tell that he was different.  He was certainly interactive in our social media group, but it was obvious that his heart and mind were always on his craft.  He made excuses for absences sometimes, but there was really no need.  His work shows where he spends his time and the results are utter perfection.

I recently asked Gerald the same questions I have been asking other photographers I am featuring.  Here are his responses:

What inspires your works?  I love being there.  When I’m out photographing I try to become invisible. That can take time and patience, but if I can become part of the landscape a lot more natural behavior happens around me. Even when photographing eagles in an area where they aren’t habituated, it takes time to become ignored as part of the environment.  Getting to that point and capturing a good photograph is very satisfying.

Which of your photographs is your favorite?  I’d have to say the Barred Owl. It took a while to get to the point where the owl didn’t mind my presence. After that I was able to slow down, watch, and photograph the owl in a natural pose. I was careful to be respectful of it’s space and back off if it became too aware of my distance.http://fineartamerica.com/featured/barred-owl-portrait-1-gerald-marella.html

http://fineartamerica.com/featured/bald-eagle-over-ice-gerald-marella.html

Is there a photographer you relate to? And why?  I don’t know if relate is the right word, but Thomas Mangelsen’s work is amazing.  When I see his nature photos I see some similarities in style.

Do you ever feel like giving up?  I’ve never wanted to “give up”, but there are days when I think that I shouldn’t be allowed to own a camera.  That’s when I know I need a break.

How long have you been taking photos?  For many years, but for the past 15 or so with my focus on nature.

What’s the best thing about being a photographer?  I love the process.  Being out trying to become part of an environment and attempting to capture a photo that reflects a moment in time as if no one was there to see it.

What’s the worst thing about being an photographer?  The equipment can be heavy to lug around. I always use a tripod and for small creatures a long lens is necessary.

Is there a purpose to your photography?  I’m very literal. When I see a subject that I’d like to capture, I like the result to be an accurate portrayal of what I was seeing. That can be a tack sharp stop action, or the blur of a running animal. When I get the right result I feel that I’ve captured a second in time that will never be captured exactly the same way again.

How do you feel when people interpret your photos differently?  I feel great! When people interpret a photo differently it means that they’re emotionally involved in the moment of capture as if they were there when it happened.

What advice do you have for aspiring photographers?  Learn the mechanical and technical functions of your camera. You can’t effectively portray the emotion of the moment if you don’t know how your camera settings will manage the light and background. And, don’t accept OK. Your vision and style will change over time.

You can view more of Gerald’s amazing work here:

http://fineartamerica.com/profiles/gerald-marella.html?tab=artwork

Charlie & Norma Brock Photographers Extraordinaire

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I have been talking an awful lot about myself lately and have decided that this week will be dedicated to others.  I want to share some amazing photographers with you.  First up are Charlie and Norma Brock of Avinger, TX.  I first had the pleasure of meeting these two through a support group for artists/photographers.  Not only are their images exceptional they are both just super nice people.  Their inner compassion shows through in their work.  I asked them the following questions so we can all learn more:

What inspires your works?  A passion to see things that others overlook…the beauty in ordinary or obscure things.

Which of your photographs is your favorite?  Reflections – a sunken boat filled with the reflection of a cloudy sky. It was taken near Clifden, County Galway, Ireland in 2007, during a fantastic holiday on the Emerald Isle.

Is there a photographer you relate to? And why?  none really. Charlie learned the mechanics from helping in his Dad’s studio, but quickly developed his own style and interests. Norma learned from Charlie, so he’s definitely her mentor and inspiration!

How long have you been taking photos?  Charlie- 50 years! Norma – 38 years. It’s unbelievable how much equipment has changed, yet the basic principals of good photography have stayed the same.

What’s the best thing about being a photographer?  Having 100’s of thousands of photographs to enjoy and share! Worst thing: Having 100’s of thousands of photographs to sort, edit, store and file! Never enough time!

Is there a purpose to your photography?  Capturing the adventure of life and making a permanent record of each splendid moment .

How do you feel when people interpret your photos differently?  When someone interprets our photos differently, we are delighted! Each picture is worth a 1000 words, and it’s great to learn what others see in the experience! Humbling and flattering at the same time.

What advice do you have for aspiring photographers?  Lighting is the single most important factor for a successful photo. Composition is 2nd most important, but be creative. Learn the rules, then break them a little bit!

You can see Charlie and Norma’s entire portfolio here.  Be prepared for a visual feast!

http://fineartamerica.com/profiles/norma-brock.html

Mooning You

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Yes, I am mooning everyone again.  No, not that kind of moon. 🙂  But I do seem to have a fascination with the sky, the stars and that glowing orb that every human on the planet gets to gaze upon.  Many cultures around the world have interesting myths about the Moon.  Some believe there are many moons while others think it brings out werewolves. It has been reported to be made of water and even cheese.  It can cause lunacy and pregnant women are more likely to give birth when the moon is full.  Here is a moon FACT: The moon is not round (or spherical). Instead, it’s shaped like an egg.  In my art I like to experiment with different colors and textures and my moon piece is no different.  If you want to see the rear end kind of moon, I have those too in my paintings.  Today, however, you get to enjoy this red beauty….

Learn more here:

http://fineartamerica.com/featured/the-red-moon-landscape-art-by-sharon-cummings-sharon-cummings.html

Paradise Found

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One of the things I love most about living in Florida is the easy access to the most beautiful beaches in the World.  I have made Tampa my residence for over 25 years, but Sarasota is my home town and it is where my heart wonders when I need to calm my spirit.  It is about an hour drive from my house to Lido Beach and I can tell you it is well worth it.  There are closer coastlines, but none can compare to this tropical oasis.  It truly is paradise!  I recently took my daughter on a getaway to Lido Resort and this is the sunset that kissed us goodnight the first evening.  Enjoy!

See more here:

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