This is “Time No. 2” that I created at Zabriskie Point in Death Valley, perhaps the most photographed spot in the entire park. This image was created just before the sun went down and it’s amazing how Zabriskie Point can look so differently as the light changes from morning, to noon and to late afternoon…. continue reading
The Story Behind the Image: Old Car Interior
Old Car Interior is one of those images that is both complex and yet simple at the same time. This 1934 Chrysler interior was found just down the road in my friend’s backyard (I say “junkyard” but Frank gets mad at me). I was looking at the car’s dashboard and marveling at the incredible nostalgic… continue reading
If you’ve read many of my blog entries, you know that I believe in keeping things simple. And I’m not just talking about the image, but my thinking, my workflow, my printing and everything else. It’s a philosophy that serves several purposes; first it allows me to stay focused on what really matters. Second, it… continue reading
(Image: California Sea Lions #1 – Copyright 2011 by Chuck Davis) My oft cited reason for “Photographic Celibacy“ is that I don’t want to copy the work of others, but there is in truth another reason; jealousy. When I look at great work I become very jealous and wish that I had created something that… continue reading
Should You Boycott Charity Art Auctions?
A Close friend sent me this article to consider and I really do not know where I stand on this issue. I donate images to charity events. I have donated to some of the big name national events but mostly I donate to local causes such as our High School Arts Program, local Food Banks… continue reading
I’ve just returned from my annual Bandon trip where I take 10 days and think only about one thing: my art. Every year I worry if I’ll see something that inspires me and I get myself all worked up over it: Will I find something? What if I don’t? I’ve only 5 days left, now… continue reading
The quickest way to make money at photography…
The quickest way to make money at photography is to sell your camera. ~ Anonymous Cole P.S. The image above was taken when I was 16 years old and living in Anaheim, CA.
The Truth About Black and White
The truth about Black and White (according to Calvin and Hobbes). http://www.reoiv.com/random.asp?img=dadbandwandcolour.jpg&page=2 Cole P.S. Thanks to Ed Book for sending this to me.
Are People Using Your Images Without Your Permission?
Are people using your images without your permission? It’s quite possible, I’ve found mine in books, on blogs, in news articles and even being used commercially on business websites. It was usually quite by chance that I’d find this out, perhaps because a friend would see my image and tell me about it. With the… continue reading
Don’t Compare Your Work to Others…
When I look at other photographer’s work I sometimes get discouraged. I’ll see an incredible shot, taken at a place I’ve visited before and wonder why I didn’t see it. I may see a great new technique and wonder why I didn’t have the vision to think of that. There will be a fantastic new… continue reading
