Pink Gerber Daisy. Metal Print

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This series of flower compositions were taken over a span of five years. These images were composed on ground glass with a Mamiya 23 medium format swing back camera, utilizing a magnifying loupe. The swinging back of the camera allows for precise focus from front to back, and a great deal of magnification. It was not unusual for me to spend over an hour for a single shot. These photographs can withstand great enlargement while still holding detail.

Chris was born in southern Delaware in 1960. As a teenager he began studying maps of Florida and dreamed of exploring the state and it’s natural treasures. In the early 1980’s he moved to Central Florida. During his travels throughout the state he discovered the beauty of it’s swamps, prairies, springs, rivers and lakes. This led to an interest in photography and it’s ability to document his adventures. He also developed an interest in astronomy. He studied the work of Ansel Adams and his “zone” system as well as the works of the his colleges in the “f 64 club” of art photographers. It became apparent that researching the accomplishments of painters would also be beneficial. Chris began to establish his own style, a fusion of art and...