"Super Natural" by W. J. St. Christopher - www.art166.com

A video exhibit of digital art by W. J. St. Christopher. See more of W. J.'s work at http://art166.com , http://art166.biz and http://art166.info Music: Kevin MacLeod http://incompetech.com.

"Primary Indications" by W. J. St. Christopher - www.art166.biz

A video exhibit of primary colored, digital art by W. J. St. Christopher. See more of W. J.'s work at http://art166.biz , http://art166.com and http://art166.info. Music: Kevin MacLeod at http://incompetech.com

"Abstractions 1" by W. J. St. Christopher - www.art166.com

~ The U.S.S. Lexington



~ The Whale



~ Pinwheel



~ Sky Ladders


~ The U.S.S. Lexington, docked in Corpus Christi, Texas, was the source of inspiration for these images.

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~ Tales Of The Recalcitrant Blogger

After an eternity away, I'm (once again) easing my way Back To The Blog.

I enjoy blogging -- really, I do. For some reason, though, when the chaos sets in and 'real life' gets busy, or sad, or overwhelming, or any shiny bit catches my interest, blogging is the first thing to fall off my 'To Do' list.

The Universe may be trying to send me a message. Which makes me wonder,

"Kenneth, what is the frequency?"

~ Mildrena's Chimney, The Series
1, 2, 3

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~ Estate Sale Tales - The Digital Chapters

Chapter 4

The brick chimney perched atop Mildrena's house (see other 'Estate Sale' chapters, below) was simple, solid and beautiful against a spotless, blue sky. Ultimately, though, the original photograph was painfully ordinary . . . even dull.

You should know, by now, how I feel about 'ordinary'. ;-)

Not-too-surprisingly, I decided to Wow! it up -- quickly realizing only a series would do. And, so, presented for your consideration -- Mildrena's Chimney 1, 2, and 3.

Yep, this is what happens when I glance up . . .

~ Images from The Storage Facility
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~ A zillion square feet of not-so-cold storage . . .

Did you ever find yourself -- and your camera -- in one of those sprawling, multi-level, personal storage facilities?

I did!

The space was a little chilly, but the acoustics were so great I just had to sing! I even received an enthusiastic round of applause for my rendition of "All By Myself" -- the Bobby Darin classic, not the Eric Carmen hit.

Yep, I take my fun where I can find it!

EDIT: My double spaces have flown the coop! If you spot them anywhere (I assume they're hiding out, somewhere in labyrinth of the World Wide Web), please send them home.

~ Images from White China

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~ Estate Sale Tales - The Digital Chapters

Chapter 3

The spirited owner of these treasures (who was deep into her 90s when she passed on) seemed to have a fondness for dishware -- much as I do. This gorgeous, gold-trimmed, white china was just one of several carefully-kept sets I had the opportunity to shoot during the Estate Sale walk through.

For reasons I haven't quite deciphered (yet), the original photo, above, was one of my favorite captures of the day.

I've never had any interest in owning a set of china -- until I fell in love with these plates, cups and assorted lovelies. The artwork is coming easy for these, and in unexpected variety. There are several different photos of this set, and I can't glance at them without images and ideas popping into my head.

Like last weeks 'red' dishware, this image source will not soon run dry. Which is, indeed, a very good thing!

~ Images from Service for 24

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~ Estate Sale Tales - The Digital Chapters

Chapter 2

Continuing digital visions from the Estate Sale.

I really wish I'd bought these gorgeous, nearly-red dishes. After all, you never know when I'll want to invite twenty-four of my nearest and dearest over for brunch.

Of course, I'd have to find someone to actually cook brunch. People do eat at those things, don't they?

~ Images from vintage, amber light

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Last week's post didn't float my boat, so I'm movin' on.

~ Estate Sale Tales - The Digital Chapters

Chapter 1


A few weeks ago, I (and my camera, of course) had the opportunity to do a pre-estate sale walk-through in a lovely home. As sad as it is to know that someone has passed on and left their cherished belongings behind, I couldn't resist shooting all the displayed treasures.

Now, with this new cache of intoxicating source files, I can't resist posting some brand-spankin' new work, here.

I'm thinking . . . new images, every few days, until something equally as exciting catches my interest. Of course, you all know how very single-minded and focused I can be when I set my mi . . . . . . oooh, look at all the pretty stars!

In today's chapter, we reap the digital benefits of a gorgeous, deco-period, amber-hued chandelier. This vintage beauty was converted from gas to electric many years ago -- and seemed happy to glow for the camera.

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P.S. Thank you for the wonderful comments I received after my last post. My ego was alarmingly, but, artistically, inflated for days and days. (Hard though that may be to believe. ;-) )

I love, love the digital landscape I posted last week, and am pleased that so many of you enjoyed it, too. ~ cough, cough ~ I will, of course, let you know when it's available for purchase. :-)

P.P.S. Yep, I think there was an electronic listening device (BUG!) in one of the chandelier shades. Wish I could remember what I said that day!

~ What I Remember About That Summer...

This surreal landscape is coming soon to my Zazzle.com and RedBubble.com stores!

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Hello, all!

For the next few posts, I'll be trying something a little different. To accompany some of my recent work, I'll be posting several of my favorite contributions to the discussion forums where I'm a member -- WetCanvas.com, Etsy.com, Zazzle.com, etc. What you'll read here will be one-sided, to be sure, as I won't post entire threads, but will give you a further peek into the head of this digital artist.

Believe me, I know how scary that sounds!

I look forward to reading your commnets . . . on my comments and/or on the original topic. And, as always -- enjoy the art!

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From the Online Visual Artists Forum Post:

To ‘Photoshop or not to Photoshop’ your work

Summary:

Is it artistically okay to Photoshop your photography? A little? A lot? Why?

My comment:

That's my thing. After years in photograpy, I don't really consider myself a photographer anymore. I'm glad I've got the skills to be able to spot and capture a good scene, but, for me, it's all about the digital work that will come after.

I like creating something that, very obviously, would not exist without modern technology. I like that my manipulated images start with a camera and then swerve, wildly, wherever I choose to take them. I love straying far, far away from the 'realism' box. That's what I do -- it's the main focus of my work.

Of course, I still, sometimes, take a photograph that (mostly) remains a photograph. But, usually, when I'm lining up a good shot, I'm already mentally laying out the manip.

Part serious technology geek, part exuberant creative. That's my art. That's my excitement.

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