Fine Art Gallery – Grand Opening

Just wanted to let all of our friends and neighbors know that Elite PhotoArt is opening a new Fine Art Gallery downtown Springfield, MO. It is located on 325 East Walnut Stree and will open on October 3, 2008. Elite PhotoArt Fine Art Gallery is a member of the First Friday Artwalk.

Elite PhotoArt Fine Art Gallery Press Release

Elite PhotoArt Website

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Fine Art Prints from Yvonne Ayoub

Yvonne has a wonderful eye for the arts and lives in a very beautiful part of the world where inspiration comes abundant.  She is so talented creating works of art in many different mediums such as pastels, pen and ink, digital art and photography.  Yvonne’s work caught my eye and we quickly became friends.  She has been very helpful in our quest to get our work published and more recognized.

Yvonne’s Bio:

Born in Edinburgh, Scotland, of Austrian and English descent, Yvonne Ayoub is
classically trained in the Visual, Performing and Creative Arts.

After a successful career as a ballet dancer, performing on stage & television and teaching dance for many years, she, with her Lebanese husband, built and ran a successful, London-based Print and Design company, while raising their two children. Having travelled extensively since childhood, the one constant in her life, from her earliest years, has been her passion for painting and drawing.

Today, as full-time established artist, illustrator, muralist and photographer, Yvonne works mostly to commission, in a wide variety of media, using a broad range of artistic disciplines. With her imaginative use of colour and keen observation skills, she seeks in her work to reflect and promote the rich diversity of the many fascinating cultures she has experienced throughout the wider global community. Constantly seeking artistic inspiration, Yvonne now divides her time between her homes in central London and the beautiful island of Skiathos, Greece.

Yvonne’s Work:

You can see more of Yvonne’s work and purchase framed artwork from her gallery on ImageKind.  Also, please visit Yvonne’s blog and website!

Good Morning Springfield – 1-26-08

Here are a couple of images overlooking Cox South Hospital and the Medical Mile.  These were taken approx. 7:00 AM Saturday morning but I just got a chance to post them.

You can purchase framed arwork on RedBubble and ImageKind.  We also have 1 of 1 Original Artwork and Limited Edition Prints available at Elite PhotoArt.

Good Morning Springfield, MO – 1-19-08

It was 8° F this morning here in Springfield, Missouri.  There were a few decent clouds in the sky that would pick up the awesome color of sunrise, so I couldn’t resist getting out to take some new images.  Here are a few images for you to enjoy of this beautiful sunrise.

You can purchased Cards and Framed Prints of these images and more from RedBubble or ImageKind.

Purchase 1 of 1 Original Artwork and Limited Edition Prints from Elite PhotoArt!

Featured Artist – Will Borden

Buy Framed Artwork by Will Borden at ImageKind!

 

Lives in British Columbia, Canada
Nationality: Canadian

Profile of Will Borden:

I’ll never forget the day when my father presented me with my first camera. It was a few weeks after my tenth birthday, and our family had just sailed back to Canada from France. I have to say, receiving the camera put me over the moon with excitement. I remember thinking something like, “If only I’d had my camera sooner, I could have taken pictures of the ship, the waves, the seagulls, the icebergs, the family and everything else!” I wouldn’t have had enough film- one of my lifelong problems!

From a youth, I was drawn to the fact of how wonderful and unique it was to be able to film and record the beautiful and memorable things that have always been so plentiful for me personally. How fortunate I’ve been when I consider what others have been through at the hands of others. It has always fascinated me how photography gives one the capability of preserving forever what would have otherwise been a forgotten person, entity or defining moment.

I retired in March 2006 after a long and pleasant career. Though still very busy, I can now spend even more time taking pictures! My wife gave me my first digital camera for our 38th wedding anniversary in 2005, that occasion being no less exhilarating than when I received my first camera. And now, I never run out of film!

Without digital technology, I’d never be having the level of fun with photography that I’m currently experiencing. I’ve found that experimenting with new photo techniques and creating digital designs for the first time has been truly pleasurable. My focus has never been on expensive equipment, but rather on the subject matter and composition of photographs. I’ve always maintained, if one doesn’t take the time to move the ketchup bottle out of the way for that family dinner photo – well, you know what I’m getting at!

From my Irish side I’ll phrase a hope for you- “May my photos & designs bring zeal to your doorstep, add zip to your gait and grant zest for a lifetime.”

I find that Will Borden has much the same style as me.  I guess that is what draws me toward his artwork to begin with however, the captivating colors and scenes he has managed to capture in his travels will keep you coming back for more.  In addition to photography Will Borden is an established artist.  There are many colorful prints to choose from.

Be sure to check out all the fantastic artwork and photography by Will Borden.

Winter is Here

The winter months means staying in for many people however some of the most beautiful images can be captured in winter. I can’t wait for snow this year to try and capture some breathtaking images.

Merry Christmas to all from Elite PhotoArt

Here is Christmas shot for you to look at on this wonderful day of Christmas.

Merry Christmas to All!

New Photos Posted to Flickr

Early morning photos in downtown Springfield, Missouri. There was an early morning fog that I couldn’t resist getting up at 4:30 AM for.

How to make this Image:

In Photoshop, first start with a color photo, duplicate the layer, turn the top layer into a b&w using your technique of choice then add a layer mask to the top layer. Using the standard paint brush in various sizes, harshness and flow rates, remove some of the top layer to let the color come through.

I used an HDR shot for this image but you don’t have to. An HDR shot just made the sign and lights more intense.
Enjoy the photos!!