PAINTING WITH LIGHT

Light painting goes beyond capturing existing light and begins to create it. Vintage and antique objects are carefully positioned and photographed in darkness, selectively painted with light during a long exposure.

Every object is chosen with intention. Every composition is considered. Every image is illuminated through hours of painting with light.

The process is deliberate and highly intuitive. Light is moved across the subject to reveal particular surfaces, edges, textures, and imperfections, allowing some elements to emerge while others remain in shadow. It is a slow and considered process, one that allows me to shape shadow, reveal texture and draw attention to details that ordinary light cannot capture.

In the final production, images are printed by an Archival-quality photographic process using acid-free, resin-coated professional photographic paper and professional inks engineered for long-term image stability and durability.

Light painted photograph of a glass candle holder with a burnt candle in front of a crow on a book.
Light painted photograph of a glass candle holder with a burnt candle in front of a crow on a book.

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Each Archive photograph is produced as a fine art print using archival quality materials selected for long-term preservation.

Works are available in a variety of sizes, allowing each photograph to be considered for its intended space and presentation.

For pricing, available sizes and custom requirements, please contact the studio.

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