I put my personal picture-a-day project on hold for 2012 because I felt like I needed a bit of a break. But now, instead of committing to just one project (the picture-a-day), I’ve got 3 on my plate! I’ve been sharing my “52 in 2012″ images for the last few weeks, and I posted my first “10 on 10” and now, my third (and final!) personal project this year, “Fine Art Friday.”
Fine Art Friday is a monthly project, posted on the fourth Friday of every month. It’s a chance to post something a little out of the norm, something not necessarily for a client, and something that speaks to me. The best part of this project is that I’m not doing it alone! Some amazing fellow photographers have gathered together for this effort, so after you view my image for the month, you’ll see a link to another fantastic image. That page will link to yet another image, and so forth, until you follow the circle back to here. And I would be completely remiss if not to give thanks to Nichole Van for inspiring this entire effort.
My first “Fine Art Friday” image for 2012 was taken at The Getty Center last week. After strolling the magnificent architecture and grounds, I was drawn to the Impressionists gallery. They have always been my favorite types of paintings and I could have stared for hours at the masterpieces by Monet, Renoir, Van Gogh, Turner, Manet, Degas, and more. I guess you could say that they inspired this image, taken in the gardens. I love the painterly feel to the lines in the background, with just a few pops of color and sharpness.
Be sure to check out Camas Wa Photographer Rachel Noah of Verve Life Portraits next! And happy Friday. . . may you find some beautiful inspiration this weekend!
this is beautiful. i love the feel of movement you captured.
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I love this image!! You know, MANY years ago I went to the Getty and I believe it was in a different location than it is now but wow, what a place!! It was awe-inspiring. This is a beautiful image, Amy!
That is so lovely. It does have a painterly feel to it. Very pretty!
Beautiful. The DOF on this is incredible!
Gorgeous shot!! I love your depth of focus. This is definitely wall-worthy!
Gorgeous Amy! I adore the colors, the DOF. It’s just beautiful
I love the colors in this, and the movement of the flowers. Beautiful.
oooh, this is really cool and lovely! I love the limited focus – makes me ready for spring (that is, after we finally get some winter snow! lol)
I just love this one. The bokeh looks like paintbrush strokes, so pretty!
Gorgeous! Love the bokeh in this shot. You don’t see this type of bokeh often and I love it.
So pretty. It really has a feel almost like a painting. It feels calm and relaxing. I am almost swaying with the breeze.
The Getty Villa is the original “Getty” in Malibu. It houses the ancient Greek and Roman art. The Getty Center is a newer complex, opened in the late 90′s that houses several amazing collections and a huge art institute. I just adore the architecture and grounds of the Getty Center, it’s such a truly amazing place to experience art. I haven’t made it to the Villa yet, but that’s definitely on my to-do list!
the depth from the bokeh is gorgeous! love the colors … it’s so fun to see signs of spring already! thanks for giving nichole a shout out!
Beautiful dof. I love the soft colours. So pretty!
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