Dimensions apply to unframed art.
Artist Statement: My photography is inspired by the quiet beauty of the natural world, particularly the familiar landscapes and small details we often overlook. I enjoy black-and-white photography because it emphasizes light, shadow, and texture. Without the distraction of color, attention shifts to the ridges of a leaf, sunlight falling across a field, or reflections dancing on water. Infrared photography offers another perspective, transforming familiar landscapes into something almost dreamlike.
The Hollows reflects a secluded space, where light gathers in pondside plants and sparkles across the water. This image expresses my appreciation for the beauty found close to home in McHenry County.
I work with traditional film photography, developing and printing my images in my own darkroom. From developing film to carefully adjusting exposure beneath the enlarger, I enjoy the hands-on process. In a world increasingly dominated by digital technology, my darkroom is a sanctuary—a place to slow down, create something tangible, and reconnect with the physical world.
Pickup of purchased artwork is Saturday, October 24th at 9pm or Sunday, October 25th from 10am-1pm (Door 400) at the Starline Factory, 306 N. Front St, Harvard, IL. Need a different pickup time? Email info@conservemc.org to arrange an alternate pickup date/location.
