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Paddling Caddo Lake with Texas Photographer Keith Carter
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Paddling Caddo Lake with Texas Photographer Keith Carter
Paddling Caddo Lake with Texas Photographer Keith Carter
Texas Country Reporter tags along with the photographer whose latest book highlights the Gothic beauty of Southern swamps.
Caddo Lake State Park is home to towering cypresses and dangling Spanish moss—just the type of moody swamp celebrated in Ghostlight, Keith Carter’s latest photography book. In the latest dispatch from Texas Country Reporter, Carter explores the park from his canoe, camera in hand, reflecting on the allure of the Southern spaces he calls “otherworldly.”
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Feature artist for May 2024: Jessica Desmoulin
By Terry Lusty, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
(ANNews) – The beautiful art on the cover of the May 2024 edition of Alberta Native News is a detail from a painting entitled In Rhythm With Nature by Jessica Desmoulin, an artist who is based in the Edmonton region. Recently, she had her own one-person show at Edmonton’s popular Bearclaw Gallery at 10403 – 124th St., just west of the downtown core.
The May 4 – 16 exhibit and sale, entitled Where the Journey Takes You, proved a superb example of what Jesse is capable of – as well as offering a glimpse into what her future might hold as one of Canada’s breakout Ojibway talents who is now taking her place in a demanding field where the competition can be quite fierce and certainly challenging.
Here we have a fine example of a true artist. She is totally self-taught, never attended art school or took any formal art courses, and just “lets it flow” from within, from what the Creator gifted her with internally and spiritually to share with the world around her.
Her art style could be likened to the traditional eastern Woodland Indigenous artists such as the late and great Norval Morrisseau, Roy Thomas and Carl Ray, among others. Her illustrations are not only compelling, but expressly complimentary of the flowing lines style associated with such luminaries as Alex Janvier, Morrisseau, Jackson Beardy and others. Desmoulin also incorporates connecting lines, division circles and x-ray imagery — a format now legendary among the greats and a style that exemplifies human relationships/connections with the land, animals and plants as well as the spirit world itself.
In the early stages of her life, Desmoulin didn’t visualize art in any serious manner, certainly not as a career. That, however, all changed about 20, 25 years ago when she unfortunately fell victim to an illness that limited her ability to pursue the demands of manual labour.
With that in mind, she reassessed her position in life and gave consideration to her love of art. She started to experiment with it and found both enjoyment and talent. Her mother liked what she saw and encouraged her to look at marketing her works. She continued to create pieces, more or less instinctively, and from the heart. In short, one could say that she stumbled into it as a career by accident and also as a form of therapy.
Jessica Desmoulin with her painting “Moon Glows and Sun Shines” on exhibit at Bearclaw Gallery in Edmonton. Photo by Terry Lusty.
As she poured herself into her new-found passion, she discovered an innate affinity for the Woodland style of some notable Indigenous artists of Canada. The imagery spoke to her and appeared to reflect her own thoughts and feelings about art styles.
Really, it was all so surreal, she said. It seemed as if the stage had been set for her to intuitively develop her own unique style from the artistic elements around her and which had lain dormant within her being/soul for years, but were now emerging instinctively. On that note, she simply began incorporating those elements in her art just as some of Canada’s past great Indigenous artists had done.
Then things began to go her way. She happened upon Jackie Bugera and Bearclaw Gallery in Edmonton. And, as that old adage goes, “the rest is history.”
Bugera provided her with “advice” and “insights” of the art world and marketing that put her on a proper path and helped her on her journey, she explained. That good turn, she continued, will always stay with her and is something for which she is tremendously grateful.
With Bearclaw at the helm, assisting her in exhibiting and promoting her art, Desmoulin’s visibilty escalated and the demands for her art and skills surged. Her own grandmither who lives in Thunder Bay purchased her first major piece of work after spotting it online. Thereafter, matters just snow-balled. The University of Alberta acquired pieces, her art was included among other artists in books and magazines. Travel Alberta, schools and communities jumped into the picture as did hospitals and youth programs like Spirit Runner.
And so, this begs the question put to Desmoulin, “What would you really like to see down the road, what dream would be your wish come true?”
Her response: “I’d love to see my name alongside Norval’s, to do shows in places like Toronto, New York, Vancouver …. worldwide!”
With her talent it is possible that her dream will come true.
The door is open right now for emerging artists and established artists to join the great Indigenous artists of our time. Might Jessica Desmoulin be one of those to complete the picture? Only time will tell. She’s definitely knocking on the door, ready and willing to step up to the plate if given the opportunity.
When it comes to Edmonton being her home base, she loves the area because it’s treated her well, it’s been “kind and welcoming,” she says. She also welcomes the opportunity to learn more about her culture and reconnect with it.
On a parting note, she is delighted and grateful to Jackie and the Bearclaw Gallery for helping her with her career.
Visit Bearclaw Gallery at 10403-124th St. in Edmonton to view Jessica’s art in addition to the art of many Indigenous artisans from across Canada and the far North.
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Revolutionize the way you capture moments with the latest innovative immersive camera technology. These cutting-edge cameras provide a unique perspective on the world around us, allowing for interactive viewing across 360 degrees. By capturing a series of images, these cameras enable a wide angle display of objects, making them ideal for various applications across different industries.
Industry leaders are investing in AI-powered immersive cameras, enhancing them with advanced features to cater to a growing market demand. The launch of new cameras focusing on speed improvements and the integration of AR and VR technologies across industries are key trends driving this technological revolution.
Opportunities abound in sectors such as automotive and sports entertainment, where the demand for immersive cameras is on the rise. These cameras are not only changing the way we capture memories but also providing real-life simulation experiences for training purposes in the defense sector.
From North America to Asia Pacific, the global market for immersive cameras is expanding rapidly. Countries like the United States, Japan, and Germany are at the forefront of adopting this transformative technology, with wide-reaching implications for various sectors.
Join the immersive camera revolution today and explore the endless possibilities of capturing the world in a whole new light.
Unlocking the Potential of Immersive Cameras: Unveiling New Horizons in Photography
The world of photography is undergoing a profound transformation with the advent of immersive cameras, offering unparalleled opportunities to capture moments in ways never before imagined. While the previous article touched on the broad applications and market trends surrounding this cutting-edge technology, there are additional aspects that deserve attention in order to fully grasp the implications of this revolution.
What are the key challenges associated with the adoption of immersive cameras?
One of the primary challenges facing the widespread adoption of immersive cameras is the cost barrier. While the technology holds immense promise, the initial investment required to acquire and integrate these high-tech devices can be prohibitive for many individuals and businesses. Additionally, ensuring seamless compatibility and integration with existing systems and workflows poses a significant technical challenge.
How do immersive cameras compare to traditional photography equipment?
The advantages of immersive cameras are evident in their ability to capture a 360-degree view of the surroundings, offering a truly immersive experience for viewers. This opens up new creative possibilities and allows for interactive storytelling like never before. On the other hand, the disadvantages of immersive cameras may include larger file sizes, increased processing power requirements, and potential limitations in capturing fine details compared to traditional high-resolution cameras.
What controversies surround the use of immersive cameras in photography?
One of the key controversies surrounding the use of immersive cameras revolves around privacy concerns. As these cameras can capture a wide field of view, there are potential ethical implications related to consent and privacy rights, especially in public spaces. Balancing the benefits of immersive photography with the need to respect individual privacy remains a contentious issue that requires careful consideration.
As the technology continues to evolve and expand, immersive cameras are poised to revolutionize not just photography but various industries ranging from entertainment to education and beyond. By embracing these innovative tools, individuals and businesses can unlock a new dimension of visual storytelling and create captivating experiences that push the boundaries of imagination.
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These are just things so many of you need! With the Phoblographer’s presets, you can speed up how you work in Lightroom. You folks asked for them, and now you’ve got them! Over the years, the Phoblographer’s staffers have tested various cameras and lenses as well as film emulsions. So we decided to make Lightroom presets that look like the classic film look that you’d see in magazines. In fact, we based it off of old-school photojournalism. That’s what we named them for; and we think they’re some of the best lightroom presets that you’ll get your hands on. This article gives you visual examples of all 20 presets in our Photojournalism Presets Pack, as applied to various portraits we’ve taken over the years. And if you want, you can purchase them right here at our store.
The Phoblographer has a large database of portraits that we’ve shot over the years. So we’ve tested these presets on Canon, Nikon, Sony, Leica, Panasonic Lumix, Olympus, OM System, and Fujifilm RAW files. No matter what camera you own, you’re probably going to like these Lightroom presets.
Why Buy These Lightroom Presets
A total of 20 different presets make up our first Presets Pack. Ten of these are color-based and the remaining 10 are focused on black and white results. We developed these to ensure the results don’t overlap between presets, and keeping in mind that they are meant to help you edit with ease. Some of these are Adaptive presets, meaning they scan your photos for faces and skies and skilfully apply edit masks only to those areas. They were developed by us on Adobe Lightroom Classic and you can even adjust the intensity of the presets using the Amount slider in the Develop module
For those of you who’d like to use these presets on the go, we have good news for you. You can even upload these presets to Adobe Lightroom (formerly known as Lightroom Mobile), to be able to use them on your mobile devices.
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Use the sliders below to see the effects of each preset on the portrait.
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These are available for purchase right now. You can buy the color or monochrome sets separately or buy both of them together at a discount. Visit our online store to buy them.
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