I love living in Takoma Park, and am thrilled to be a part of this artistic community. My photographic work features flowers that pop against a dark background, such that the flowers take on a life of their own. My hope is that in looking at these flowers, viewers may find human elements in them.
My photographic journey began in high school as a sports photographer for local newspapers. My passion for capturing dynamic moments led to an exhibit that featured scenes from my suburban Boston town. These formative experiences shaped my artistic vision and deepened my appreciation for photography as a means of storytelling. I studied photography under Siegfried Halus at Tufts University,
Photography, my connection to the world of art, is something I’ve pursued for decades, but mainly since retiring in 2010. As for labels, street photographer fits me best, though nature would be close behind. And since I was a Peace Corps volunteer in the 1970s, travel photography ranks up there too. I’ve lived in Shepherd Park DC for nearly 40
Vettymae is a photographer in the Washington, DC area, who profiles ornamental plants and trees throughout the changing seasons.
I am a multidisciplinary DC-based artist most recognized for my abstract paintings and street photography, inspired by my two decades living and working in over 30 different countries. I use layers of color, texture and contrasts to convey the energy that makes each location distinct. I am inspired by the beauty of everyday encounters, changing landscapes, and nature’s color palette.
I’m often seen walking around Takoma with my camera, taking pics of everyday things. Please ask me about my zine, “tkpk,” and “Simone, Simon, Sim” (published by StrudelmediaLive), a book I coauthored with my wife, Sandie Friedman, combining photography and flash fiction. Taking pictures has given me a community of creative friends! My manifesto? Photography = Light = Love.
To hold eternity in a grain of sand… My earliest memory, at about age two, is watching dust mites dance in a beam of light. Time stood still. I was captivated. The light fell on our hooked rug, illuminating its delicate shades. That moment remains embodied, etched deeply within. I continue to be mesmerized by light, shape, color, and
I am a floral designer and when I’m not decorating weddings and parties, I enjoy creating Dutch Masters-inspired still life photographs of my flowers. I use exclusively local and seasonal flowers and many I have grown here in Takoma Park. I create note cards and prints. I also sell vintage mid century modern art and my daughter’s paintings at my
Exploring 19th century photographic printing processes has brought me to the intersection of photography, digital art, and chemistry. Using either the cyanotype or salted paper printing technique I’ve found that printing a perfect photographic print is less interesting to me than how I can change, enhance and play with the print. Each becomes a one-of-a-kind piece as I tone, bleach
Sometimes I start with a plan, but more often than not, I end up with something completely different from my initial vision. I take great pleasure in the Zen of letting my art flow through my hands without trying to control how it will turn out. It’s a meditation of a kind in color and texture. Sometimes it works, sometimes