The term Photography comes from the Greek words photos (light) and graphos (drawing). So we often hear this art form described as "drawing with light". There are a number of ways to light a subject to create an image. One of my favorites is through the use of window light. This type of lighting was often used by classic painters like Rembrandt from the 1600's. Yet even today, artists all over the world continue to light their subjects by window light because of the soft three-dimensionality it imparts. I created this image at Jennifer & Troy's wedding this weekend in Alhambra Hall as she watched the seagulls glide in the air over Charleston Bay. They had a BEAUTIFUL service outside underneath the oak tree, followed by a wonderful reception upstairs. Congratulations Jennifer & Troy!
Tuesday, November 7, 2006
Window Light
The term Photography comes from the Greek words photos (light) and graphos (drawing). So we often hear this art form described as "drawing with light". There are a number of ways to light a subject to create an image. One of my favorites is through the use of window light. This type of lighting was often used by classic painters like Rembrandt from the 1600's. Yet even today, artists all over the world continue to light their subjects by window light because of the soft three-dimensionality it imparts. I created this image at Jennifer & Troy's wedding this weekend in Alhambra Hall as she watched the seagulls glide in the air over Charleston Bay. They had a BEAUTIFUL service outside underneath the oak tree, followed by a wonderful reception upstairs. Congratulations Jennifer & Troy!
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What a beautiful picture with the light pouring in at the window...and it's at Alhambra Hall! I can't wait! :)
The REALLY cool part is this was totally unstaged. That was just a whistful moment in time that I was privileged to witness.
Oh, that is really cool! Great timing! Do you happen to have any pics of the ceremony at AH to tease me with?! I get so excited when I see pictures at the same location as me...I start to daydream about my big day! :) Ha ha!
You bet, Kim...I've got TONS. Let me know when you want to stop by and take a peek!
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