ARTIST RECEPTION 02.27.10

Hi everyone!
I will be attending the Artist Reception at the 2nd City Council Art Gallery in Long Beach this Saturday from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
I hope to see you there!

PHOTOGRAPHERS GALLERY

I have been represented by Photographers Gallery in Los Angeles since 2006. Photographers Gallery has a diverse collection of works and I am honored to be with them, as they represent some great photographers. Some of the photographers that I admire include Robert Doisneau, Alfred Eisenstaedt, Berenice Abbott, Margaret Bourke-White, Michael Magill, Kerik Kouklis and Mia DelCasino.

Gallery owner Keith Milton, a London native, was formerly the creative head at Virgin Records. He did music videos for some of the top Billboard names in the industry including Lenny Kravitz and David Bowie. But in 2002, Keith decided to leave the music industry and embark on a new creative direction. That same year he opened Photographers Gallery.

Space Magazine did an article on Keith and the gallery called “Hot Art, Cool Vibe” and it featured one of my works "Pine Trees I, Mammoth CA". Please be sure to check it out.

Next time you are in the Los Angeles area, stop by the gallery for a visit, view the amazing collection of works and say "hi" to Keith. Cheers!

PHOTOGRAPHY: Impact of a Medium

My work has been chosen to be a part of the "Photography: Impact of a Medium" group exhibit at the 2nd City Council Art Gallery in Long Beach, CA. The show will feature film, digital and manipulated photographic images from Southern California photographers. The opening reception will feature a live performance from the rock band Jessie Deluxe.

Robbert Flick, a photographer and Professor of Fine Arts at the University of Southern California, was the juror of this exhibit. Flick's work has been exhibited all over the world. He has received a John Simon Guggenheim Foundation Fellowship, a National Endowment for the Arts Grant and a Getty Scholarship.

Hope to see you there!

Artist Reception: Saturday, February 27, 2010
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Exhibition Dates: February 20, 2010 - March 24, 2010

Location: 2nd City Council Art Gallery
435 Alamitos Ave., Long Beach CA 90802
(562) 901-0997

ANOTHER ONE BITES THE DUST

Today, Kodak announced that they will discontinue Tri-X 320 in 120/220 format. They also said that they have enough to last through March of 2010, but after that, no more. Kodak TXP320 B&W is the last 220 film as Tri-X 400 (TX) is not manufactured in 220 format. I am not a user of this particular film, but being a huge fan of B&W medium format films, I am bummed to see it go. Just don't take my Kodak Professional Plus-X 125 120mm film away!

ON SALE! The original klfphoto logo t-shirt

Sale Price $18 (Reg. $25) This Gildan Ultra Cotton Heavyweight T-shirt is 6.1 oz., 100% cotton preshrunk jersey knit. Double needle topstitched neckline. Double stitched sleeve and waist hems. Seamless collar with taped neck and shoulders. Quarter-turned to eliminate crease center. European cut for more comfortable fit.

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SPA VELIA - SAN DIEGO CA

Here are some recent photos I took of Spa Velia, which is located downtown in the Columbia/Little Italy District. Next time you are downtown, stop by Spa Velia and check out the wonderful spa treatments they offer. I love how warm and cozy the spa is and the staff is so friendly. Also, check out my exhibit that is currently on display in their gallery space through March 2010.

BRETT & KIM'S WEDDING

I had the honor of photographing Brett and Kim's destination wedding in La Jolla, California. The Canadian couple had a very beautiful ceremony right next to the ocean cliffs. I knew they were a super cool couple right off the bat when they asked if I could shoot black and white film at their wedding. I had a blast doing some creative B&W film stuff during their formals. Brett and Kim have traveled all over the world and they have the sweetest family and friends you'll ever meet. Kim's Uncle Michael even sent me a copy of their wedding video as a gift, which I will treasure. Cheers to you Brett & Kim!!!!

VISUAL EXPRESSIONS 2010 ART EXHIBIT

My work has been chosen to be a part of the "Visual Expressions 2010" group exhibition presented by The Arts Council of Temecula Valley. The show will feature mixed media, oil paintings, photography and sculpture from an exquisite group of Southern California Artists.

Artist Reception: Friday, January 22, 2010
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Exhibition Dates: January 22, 2010 - February 20, 2010

Gallery Hours: 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. - Wednesday through Saturday

Location: The Mercantile Gallery
42051 Main St., Temecula CA 92051

For more information call 951.695.2787

Hope to see you there!

CALIFORNIA VISUAL ARTISTS EXHIBIT 2010

My work has been chosen to be a part of the "California Visual Artists 2010" group exhibit in celebration of artists and their work at the 2nd City Council Art Gallery in Long Beach, CA. The show will feature mixed media from California artists. The opening reception will feature a live performance from the rock/pop band CENTREVOL.

Ed Schad, a curator and writer living in Los Angeles, was the juror of this exhibit. He has written independently for Art Review in London, Art Slant in Los Angeles, Renegade Bus in Dallas and more.

Hope to see you there!

Artist Reception: Saturday, January 16, 2010
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Exhibition Dates: January 9, 2010 - February 10, 2010

Location: 2cc Art Gallery
435 Alamitos Ave., Long Beach, CA 90802
(562) 901-0997

SAN SIMEON TRAIL - II

Here are some more images from the San Simeon Trail that I took 3 years ago. It was great spending Christmas at the San Simeon campground. The beautiful ocean is just a stone throw away from your tent and Hearst Castle is right up the road. Christmas at the Castle is so cool!

SAN SIMEON TRAIL - I

It was exactly 3 years ago this week when I camped out in San Simeon, California. I just came across these images recently and thought I would share them with you. If you love to hike and camp ... I would highly recommend San Simeon. I remember having so much fun taking these photos. The trail is a blast! I remember wanting to try something different ... so I chose color and digital. I also played with getting more up close to the subject matter. Ah, good times!

NEW COLOR GICLEE PRINTS COMING SOON

For the first time ever ... I will be offering Limited Edition Fine Art Giclee Prints of my Hawaii color works. Each print will be titled, numbered and hand-signed on verso by me. Each print will also include a Certificate of Authenticity. Available in 2010.