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by RR Jr on May 31, 2007
The Riverwinds Gallery website has been updated with their current artist roster, and my info now appears on their home page. So far, since the two weeks that my “ColorBox” prints have been on display in their main window, the reception and feedback from other artists and visitors has been extremely positive. I’m really excited about the reception, and just grateful to have this opportunity right in my hometown. If you’re ever in Beacon NY, stop in and check out all of the great art…plus every second Saturday of the month, all galleries stay open until 9pm.
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by RR Jr on May 28, 2007
I had a great time exhibiting at the New Paltz Arts and Crafts show this weekend, and I want to thank everyone who stopped by my booth to view my work, and say hello. I received many great compliments on my photography and presentation, and that really made it feel worthwhile after all of the preparation my wife Brenda and I put into the show. I also want to thank Andi who helped us out all day on Friday as only a true friend would – a complimentary print is on its way. And a special thanks to all those who purchased prints and allowed me to bring my vision and love for nature into their homes. I hope they enjoy the images as much as I enjoy making them over and over again.
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by RR Jr on May 3, 2007
“Hudson Twilight” is an image I created on a warm summer night after a rather strenuous hike up and down Breakneck Ridge. This area of the Hudson Valley, known as the Highlands, is characterized by steep and rugged terrain rising up to form a channel of mountains on both sides of the river. Winds can be very high, and currents strong, but the views from the tops of these mountains are spectacular, sometimes reaching all the way to New York City 55 miles to the south. There is also a tremendous amount of historical significance in this region, and was considered the most important strategic location during the revolutionary war.
Top of Breakneck
I had climbed almost to the top of Breakneck Ridge, the steepest and most exposed scenic trail in the Highlands in order to create some sunset images, and I was not disappointed. However, forgetting to bring my headlamp, I decided to head back down before it became too dark and dangerous. Arriving at the bottom of the trail, I noticed a beautiful full moon enveloped in a deep blue aura created by the soft glowing light of the sky. I made several long exposures in order to capture enough light to allow for some detail in Storm King Mountain across the river, but in doing so blurred out the moon due to motion and haze. However, I felt the quality of light and “dreamy” mood of the image was not diminished, but was probably helped by the long exposure. I struggled with this particular image for some time, trying to express a sense of how I felt gazing down at the river and enjoying the warm summer breeze and calming effect of the water illuminated by the moon. The final image here is the closest I’ve come, and I hope it provides you with a sense of the rugged but serene quality of this region.
