Patrick Ramsey Fine Art Photography: Blog https://www.ramsey.photo/blog en-us (C) Patrick Ramsey Fine Art Photography [email protected] (Patrick Ramsey Fine Art Photography) Mon, 16 Mar 2020 07:29:00 GMT Mon, 16 Mar 2020 07:29:00 GMT https://www.ramsey.photo/img/s/v-12/u299361347-o175027259-50.jpg Patrick Ramsey Fine Art Photography: Blog https://www.ramsey.photo/blog 92 120 EVENT: This Weekend: Sausalito Art Festival 2019 https://www.ramsey.photo/blog/2019/8/event-this-weekend-sausalito-art-festival-2019

It's almost Labor Day Weekend!   Join us at the Sausalito Art Festival once again this year. 

"More than 260 award-winning artists from around the country and 30,000 patrons flock to the waterfront village of Sausalito, California, on Labor Day weekend for the annual Sausalito Art Festival. One of the oldest, most prestigious and most anticipated open-air art events in the country—the Sausalito Art Festival has set the standard for quality, variety, innovation and scope of artistry for more than 60 years. " (-sausalitoartfestival.org)

This festival combines world-class art, gourmet food, wine and spirits, and live performances in big concert venues to transform the seaside community into one of the country's top events.  The entire weekend is a blast, and there's so much to see, you won't know where to start.

 

We'll be in Booth 822, near the Harken Wine Experience.  Patrick will be showing new pieces, including pieces from his film archives.  Come on by, say hello, and check out some new artwork!  We hope to see you there!

Sausalito Art Festival

Booth 822

August 31-Sept 2, 2019

Tickets and Info

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EVENT: Sausalito Art Festival 2019 https://www.ramsey.photo/blog/2019/8/event-sausalito-art-festival-2019

Labor Day Weekend!  Got plans for the holiday?  Near the Bay Area?  Join us at the Sausalito Art Festival once again this year.  If you've never been, this festival combines world-class art, gourmet food, wine and spirits, and live performances in big concert venues to transform the seaside community into one of the country's top events.  The entire weekend is a blast, and there's so much to see, you won't know where to start.

 

We'll be in Booth 822, near the Harken Wine Experience.  Patrick will be showing new pieces, including pieces from his film archives.  Come on by, say hello, and check out some new artwork!  We hope to see you there!

Sausalito Art Festival

August 31-Sept 2, 2019

Tickets and Info

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EVENT: Opening Today- Fabrik Projects Summer Group Show https://www.ramsey.photo/blog/2019/8/event-opening-today--fabrik-projects-summer-group-show SoloSolo"Solo"

Opening today, the Fabrik Projects Gallery presents their annual Summer Group Show.  The exhibition runs August 3-31, with opening reception August 10, from 6-9pm.  Meet the artists and enjoy the work in this diverse show, including photography, paintings, sculpture, collage, and mixed media pieces. 

 
Patrick is excited to be sharing his work once again at Fabrik, and will be exhibiting black and white work, including a new piece, "Round Midnight."  Fabrik's exhibition is sure to be a diverse and interesting collection of work from some of LA's best new emerging artists. 
 
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August 10, 6-9pm
 
Fabrik Projects Gallery
2636 S. La Cienega Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90034
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EVENT: Fabrik Projects Summer Group Show https://www.ramsey.photo/blog/2019/7/event-fabrik-projects-summer-group-show SoloSolo"Solo"
 
Join Patrick, along with his fellow artists from the Fabrik Projects Gallery for the annual Summer Group Show.  The exhibition runs August 3-31, with opening reception August 10, from 6-9pm.  Meet the artists and enjoy the work in this diverse show, including photography, paintings, sculpture, collage, and mixed media pieces.
 
Patrick will be exhibiting black and white work, including a new piece, "Round Midnight."  Fabrik's exhibition is sure to be a diverse and interesting collection of work from some of LA's best new emerging artists. 
 
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August 3-31
 
Reception
August 10, 6-9pm
 
Fabrik Projects Gallery
2636 S. La Cienega Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90034
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RECAP: 2019 Artists Studio Tour https://www.ramsey.photo/blog/2019/6/recap-2019-artists-studio-tour Thank you, thank you, thank you too all who joined us for the 2019 Topanga Canyon Gallery Artists Studio Tour!  We enjoyed the cool, cloudy weather (a nice change from last year's boiling weekend!) , and shared new pieces from Patrick's collection, including "Painter" and "Really?!", a new fan favorite.

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Patrick really appreciate our generosity in sharing your thoughts and feelings about his work- it makes the whole event a succes.  If there is anything you saw that you'd like to take another look at, please contact Patrick and we can arrange it.

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Some glimpses into the rest of the tour...

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EVENT: In the Mind's Eye https://www.ramsey.photo/blog/2019/3/event-in-the-minds-eye

Join us April 13, from 4-7PM, at the reception for "In the Mind's Eye", a new exhibition at Topanga Canyon Gallery.

 

Featuring work by:

Patrick Ramsey (Photography)

Idelle Okman Tyzbir (Metalwork & Watercolor)

Carole Carpenter (Die on Silk)

How does the artist approach their work?  Is the vision before they start fulfilled, or does the work itself stimulate the final piece?  Do we see through their mind's eye, or only though our own lens?  These are the questions asked by this exhibition, and the artist provide their own answers- which may not be yours.

Show runs April 3-28, 2019

Reception April 13, 4-7PM

for more information:

www.topangacanyongallery.com

 

Topanga Canyon Gallery

120 N. Topanga Canyon Blvd., Suite 109

Topanga, CA 90290

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EVENT: "Everything Has a Story" https://www.ramsey.photo/blog/2019/2/event-everything-has-a-story CucuruchosCucuruchosThe Sunday two weeks prior to Easter is the first Semana Santa celebration of the season in Antiqua, Guatemala. Families stay up all night covering the streets with elaborate flower carpets to honor the procession of heavy wooden floats which are carried around the city by Cucuruchos in purple robes and women dressed in black and white. The procession goes from early morning to late at night. 100 men carry the float honoring Jesus, and every block a new group of 100 step in without breaking the rhythm of the procession. The city is decorated with a multitude of purple robed men. Bearing the float is sacred to them, and I could see the men straining under the weight, eyes closed, often praying. As the procession passes, the thou-sands of observers are totally silent; once passed, a festive atmosphere takes over. This image was taken at the high point of the day, as the procession circled the plaza, and these men were waiting for the honor of carrying the heavy float.
Join Patrick and the rest of the Topanga Canyon Gallery Artists February 24 from 12pm-3pm for a reception at the "Everything Has a Story" show.

Artists in this group show are exhibiting pieces that have a narrative or back story:  one that you might find surprising, or one that might change how you look at the work.  Each piece or selection will be accompanied by it's story.  Come to see, and to read.

Patrick's work will feature "Cucuruchos", a limited-edition fine art photography print of his photo from Guatemala.

"Cucuruchos"
The Sunday two weeks prior to Easter is the first Semana Santa celebration of the season in Antiqua, Guatemala.  Families stay up all night covering the streets with elaborate flower carpets to honor the procession of heavy wooden floats, which are carried around the city by Cucuruchos in purple robes, and women dressed in black and white.  The procession goes from early morning to late at night.  100 men carry the float, honoring Jesus, and every block a new group of 100 step in without breaking the rhythm of the procession.  The city is decorated with a multitude of purple-robed men.  Bearing the float is sacred to them, and I could see the men straining under the weight, eyes closed, often praying.  As the procession passes, the thousands of observers are totally silent; once passed, a festive atmosphere takes over.  This image was taken at the high point of the day, as the procession circled the plaza, and these men were waiting for the honor of carrying the heavy float.


Join Patrick at the Topanga Canyon Gallery on February 24, from 12-3pm at the Reception, where you can meet the artists and discuss the work.  Can't make it to the reception?  The exhibit runs through February 27, 2019. 
 
Coming Soon:  "In the Mind's Eye" at the Topanga Canyon Gallery, featuring new works to Patrick's main collection.
 
120 N. Topanga Canyon Blvd #109
Topanga, CA 90290
in Pine Tree Circle
 
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EVENT: Sausalito 2018 Recap https://www.ramsey.photo/blog/2018/9/event-sausalito-2018-recap This past Labor Day weekend was the Sausalito Art Festival, and from the opening night gala to Labor Day closing, it was a success!  Patrick showed new work, as well as his "Women at Work" collection, appropriate for the holiday.

Patrick's booth was located next to the music stage, and while much of the weekend was accompanied by high-energy, country and rock bands, there was a slot during which a classical quartet played.  One viewer said it provided a perfect backdrop to the new piece, "Solo", featuring a stand-up bass player in the Bethesda Fountain area of NYC's Central Park. 

 

This year's festival had many young viewers, as well.  It's always an honor to share Patrick's work with a youth audience, and hear their interpretations of his photography.   Thanks to all who spent their holiday weekend at the festival! 

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EVENT: Sausalito Art Festival 2018- Labor Day Weekend https://www.ramsey.photo/blog/2018/8/event-sausalito-art-festival--sept-1-3-2018 Labor Day means a lot of things- the end of summer, pool parties, bbqs, and the Sausalito Art Festival.  "America's premiere waterfront art festival" offers food, music, wine and, of course, fine art!  Join Patrick as he exhibits again this year, showcasing his "Women at Work" and "Awakenings" collections. 

Saturday, Sept 1 & Sunday, Sept 2: 10:00am- 7:00pm

Monday, Sept 3: 10:00am- 5:00pm

Buy your tickets online in advance and save $5!

Festival Information

The PaddyThe PaddyThis rice farmer is doing hard work – as difficult or more-so than someone working on a small farm anywhere in the world. And yet her step is delicate, almost dance-like, in concert with the beauty of the land that is her world and her livelihood. "The Paddy" from the "Women at Work" collection

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Thank you from the 2018 Studio Tour! https://www.ramsey.photo/blog/2018/6/thank-you-from-the-2018-studio-tour From all of us at the Topanga Canyon Gallery Artists Studio Tour and Patrick Ramsey Fine Art Photography, we just want to extend a great big THANK YOU to everyone who came out to see us this weekend!  We hope that you enjoyed the beautiful weather, exciting artwork, and behind-the-scenes glimpse into how, and where, these 42 artists do what we do.

The Studio Tour is always the highlight of the year at TCG, as it is inspiring to exhibit alongside so many talented individuals who share their work at this event.  Patrick is thankful for the chance to share his work with art lovers, and would like to thank everyone who attended.  Be sure to follow Patrick on Facebook and Instagram for updates on new work, upcoming events, and more! 

 

 

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EVENT: 2018 Studio Tour is here! https://www.ramsey.photo/blog/2018/5/event-2018-studio-tour-is-here It's that time again!  The 2018 Topanga Artist Studio Tour is right around the corner...

42 artists will showcase their work in 17 home studios and work spaces among the oaks in beautiful Topanga Canyon.  You are invited to get up close and personal, see behind the scenes, watch artist demos, and experience how and where the creativity flows.  The Topanga Artists studio tour is a leisurely drive to a series of beautiful locations where art lovers can take their time, see a great variety of artwork, chat with the artists who create it, and share a nibble with friends, neighbors and the artists. Due to the studio locations, many at the artist’s homes, artists are able to show a large selection of their work, often several collections. Visitors can spend as long as they like looking at the work without crowds or distractions.

Take a look at LA Weekly's video from a past studio tour, to see what the hype is about!

Once again this year, Patrick's home studio on Chamera Lane will show an extensive collection of his photography work, as well as host 4 fellow local artists- the perfect spot to start your tour!  

Patrick's home studio:

22764 Chamera Lane
Topanga, CA 90290

Wristbands and maps will be available on-site, or you can pre-order your tickets and save $5.00 each.  

Kick-off your day with us, and enjoy a day of art exploration in the canyon!


2018 Topanga Artist Studio Tour

Saturday, June 2, 2018- 10am -5pm

Sunday, June 3, 2018- 11am- 5pm

Studio Tour Reception: Saturday, June 2, 5:30 – 8:00 PM

120 N Topanga Canyon Blvd

Topanga, CA 90290

Meet the artists + Annual Silent Auction


Feature in the Mountain Messenger News:

https://messengermountainnews.com/e-issues/

page 21


Meet the Artists showing at Chamera Lane:

 

Patrick Ramsey

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Idelle Okman Tyzbir

Stacey Haviland

Sari Scheer

Kit Plumridge

 

We hope to see you there!

 

 

 

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NEWS: Calabasas Fine Arts Festival https://www.ramsey.photo/blog/2018/5/news-calabasas-fine-arts-festival This past weekend Patrick was thrilled to once again be a part of the annual Calabasas Fine Arts Festival.  It felt like summer in Calabasas this weekend, and the art fans braved the heat!  This year Patrick's booth featured a new black and white work, "Coterie" among other black and white favorites, "Estranged" and "Solo."

If you missed the festival this past weekend, be sure to mark your calendar for the upcoming Topanga Canyon Artists Studio Tour, happening June 2-3!  Get your tickets now or start your tour at Patrick's home studio, details to come. 

"Coterie" One of Patrick's latest works, debuted at Calabasas Fine Arts Festival this year.

 

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EVENT: Calabasas Fine Arts Festival 2018 https://www.ramsey.photo/blog/2018/4/event-calabasas-fine-arts-festival-2018 Next weekend, Patrick is looking forward to showing his work at the 2018 Calabasas Fine Arts Festival, taking place at The Commons at Calabasas May 5-6, 2018.  Last year the festival was a great success, despite wind and rain, and this year promises to be even more fun!  With fine art, gourmet food trucks, artist demos, and live music, the festival is an opportunity to bring the family out to browse the work for sale by over 150 artists from the Western US.

Patrick will be debuting a new work, Coterie, from his travels to Marrakech.  This year's double booth has many exciting new works available in framed and matted formats.  We hope to see you there!

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EVENT: Women at Work https://www.ramsey.photo/blog/2018/4/event-women-at-work Opening this week: Women at Work is a new group show at the Topanga Canyon Gallery.  Patrick is proud to exhibit a collection of photographs featuring working women, not romanticized or feminized, but interesting and beautiful in their daily state.  His photos hang alongside artists Idelle Okman Tzybir, Zoe Topsfield, and Carole Carpenter- working, respectively, in metal, glass, and silk, the three women create art with their chosen elements that are essential to what the viewer experiences in the art itself.

The PaddyThe PaddyThis rice farmer is doing hard work – as difficult or more-so than someone working on a small farm anywhere in the world. And yet her step is delicate, almost dance-like, in concert with the beauty of the land that is her world and her livelihood.

Patrick, the only male artist showing in Women at Work, exhibits a collection of images of women doing physical work to maintain their lives and families- a frequent topic for his photography, and debuting 2 new pieces.  He illustrates his subjects as genuine and unadorned- real women.

Having Patrick's images, side by side with the work of Carole, Zoe, and Idelle, is intended to invite the visitor to see the soul of all these women through their work.

Women at Work runs at Topanga Canyon Gallery From April 18- May 13, with a reception on Saturday, May 28 from 4-7pm.

Topanga Canyon Gallery

120 N. Topanga Canyon Blvd

Topanga, CA 90290

 

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NEWS: Sausalito Arts Festival Labor Day Weekend https://www.ramsey.photo/blog/2017/8/news-sausalito-arts-festival-labor-day-weekend Got plans for Labor Day weekend?  Join us at the 65th Annual Sausalito Arts Festival, where Patrick will be showing his work!  We are very excited to be participating in this festival, which is one of the most prestigious in the country. The weekend starts with a Friday night Gala, and the festival itself is all day Saturday- Monday September 2 - 4.  SAF is a combination of fine arts, live music, food and wine, and gorgeous waterfront views, so join us for the holiday weekend and see some of Patrick's new pieces on display!

See "Splash" below - one of the many which will be showing in Sausalito.

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EVENT: Topanga Canyon Gallery Studio Tour https://www.ramsey.photo/blog/2017/5/event-topanga-canyon-gallery-studio-tour We're less than 2 weeks away from the 2017 Topanga Canyon Gallery Studio Tour!  Last year's event was a success, and this year promises to be even better!  With 5 artists showing at Patrick's property, there will be something for everyone: photography, painting, glass work and jewelry. 

The event is open Saturday, June 3, 10am-5pm and Sunday, June 4, 11am-5pm.   A Silent Auction and Opening Reception will be held at the gallery on Saturday evening, from 5-8pm, where artists will have works on display, as well.  

Start your tour with us at the house on Chamera Lane at the top of the canyon.  We will have tour maps and wristbands for sale, so you can continue your tour throughout the canyon, where you can visit 20+ other locations with over 40 artists exhibiting.

22764 Chamera Lane, Topanga, CA 90290

Details can be found at the http://topangacanyongallery.com/ 

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NEWS: Patrick at Calabasas Fine Arts Festival https://www.ramsey.photo/blog/2017/5/news-patrick-at-calabasas-fine-arts-festival The weather may not have been on our side, but the Calabasas Fine Arts Festival was going strong at the Commons, where Patrick exhibited, including some new pieces.  Some of the favorite works on display were Indigo Hands, Lunch Cart, Estranged, and Boy with Lotus- which caught the attention of a special customer: 16-year old Alex, an aspiring artist and the newest owner of the matted print! 

Thanks to all who came out and braved the rain!  The show was a great success, and a lot of fun.

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EVENT: Topanga Studio Tour 2017 https://www.ramsey.photo/blog/2017/4/event-topanga-studio-tour-2017 Patrick's home studio will be a stop on the 2017 annual Topanga Canyon Studio Tour again this year - with 4 guest artists! Patrick will be showing a lot of new pieces along with favorites. Four other artists will be sharing the bearutiful venue with their oil paintings, glass sculture and unique jewlery. The Tour takes place June 3  from 10 - 5 and June 4, from 11 - 5. Tketing and show inforamtion can be found at the Topanga Canyon Gallery website.

If you are busy that weekend, please join Patrick at the Calabasas Commons where he is showing at the Calabasas Art Festival May 6 and 7.

One of Patrick's new images showing at the Tour:

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EVENT: Gallery Reception in Topanga Canyon focused on ideas https://www.ramsey.photo/blog/2017/3/event-gallery-reception-in-topanga-canyon The reception for Patrick's gallery show; "Contemplation; Art for Thought" generated a lot of interest.

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Visitors found the selection of images invited both introspection and discussion. Conversations about the meaning of particular images and how perceptions differed were going on all during the reception.

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For those who couldn't attend, the show continues through March 19. Patrick will be in the gallery himself Saturday afternoon, March  11 and Sunday afternoon March 19.

The Gallery is at 120 N Topanga Canyon Blvd in Topanga CA; hours 11 - 6 Wednesday through Sunday.

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EVENT: Contemplation: Art for Thought https://www.ramsey.photo/blog/2017/2/event-contemplation-art-for-thought EstrangedEstranged

Multi-media impressionist Rea Nagel and fine art photographer Patrick Ramsey are presenting "Contemplation: Art for Thought" at the Topanga Canyon Gallery March 1-19.  The work is an invitation for reflection about vision, meaning and the world around us.  Both artists have a long history of engagement in social and political movements which informs their perspective. 

 

Opening Reception

Sunday, March 5, 2017
11am- 3pm

 

Be sure to stop in next door at the Canyon Bistro for their Jazz Brunch.  Complimentary glass of champagne for all Gallery reception guests!

 

Exhibition

March 1-19, 2017
11am-6pm Wed-Sun; 8pm Fri

 

Topanga Canyon Gallery
120 N. Topanga Canyon Blvd
Topanga, CA 90290

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News: "Indigo Hands" invited to the 2016 International Juried Exhibition https://www.ramsey.photo/blog/2016/11/news-indigo-hands-invited-to-the-2016-international-juried-exhibition StThe Center for Photographic Arts has selected Patrick's image "Indigo Hands" for the online gallery of their 2016 International Juried Exhibition. "Indigo Hands" is one of only 90 images selected to show at the Carmel gallery or on line.

The story behind the photo:

"My young tour guide in the mountains of Northern Vietnam took me to her own village after a few days walking together. She introduced me to friends who dyed and wove the cloth from which the villagers’ clothes were made. This dyer did not cover her face from shyness, but because I asked her to let me take a picture of her hands. They carry with them the mark of her skill and contribution to her community. "

 

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News: Patrick Exhibits at the Sacramento Art Show https://www.ramsey.photo/blog/2016/11/news-patrick-exhibits-at-the-sacramento-art-show The Sacramento Arts Festival was held for the 19th year the first weekend of November. There were 200 exhibitors, including only 20 Fine Artists. Patrick exhibited over 30 images for about 10,000 attendees. The event was held at the Sacramento Convention Center, in the middle of downtown.

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[email protected] (Patrick Ramsey Fine Art Photography) Art events California Patrick Ramsey Fine Art Photography Sacramento Arts Festival fine art fine art photography https://www.ramsey.photo/blog/2016/11/news-patrick-exhibits-at-the-sacramento-art-show Wed, 16 Nov 2016 22:02:30 GMT
News: Supplication feature at Brand 44 Works On Paper at The Brand Library in Glendale https://www.ramsey.photo/blog/2016/11/news-supplication-feature-at-brand-44-works-on-paper-at-the-brand-library-in-glendale Patrick's image, "Supplication" was included in the Brand 44 Fine Art Exhibition in Glendale, California. Patrick was chosen as one of 101 artists out of over 800 applicants. Judge Laddie John Dill, recipitent of 2 National Endowment of the Arts Grants and a Guggenheim fellowship, said of the image; "This image displays a dynamic sculptural quality which projects  it’s strong  emotions.”      See pictures of the event below.

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News: Article on Patrick in the Topanga Messenger https://www.ramsey.photo/blog/2016/8/news-article-on-patrick-in-the-topanga-messanger We are excited to announce that an article about Patrick has been featured in the Topanga Messanger newspaper. He was interviewed about his perspective on his work.
 

“What I’m trying to convey more than anything else is emotion. When you look at my image, I want you to feel some emotion stirred in you. If not what I felt, some emotion that connects you to humanity. It’s an opportunity to see the commonality in all of us.”
 

One of the images appearing in the article, "Splash", was also selected for the Eclectic Exhibit at the D'Art Center in Norfolk Va.

 


 

  Summer in Chicago! Nobody could have enjoyed it more than these children playing in the Millennium Park  fountain. It was exactly the same scene I experienced in my childhood, opening the neighborhood fire hydrant. Some things, happily, don’t ever change.
 


 

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[email protected] (Patrick Ramsey Fine Art Photography) Art events California Patrick Ramsey Fine Art Photography black and white children featured photo fine art fine art photography summer travel travel photography https://www.ramsey.photo/blog/2016/8/news-article-on-patrick-in-the-topanga-messanger Thu, 18 Aug 2016 21:05:16 GMT
News: Patrick at the Newport Beach Art Exhibition https://www.ramsey.photo/blog/2016/6/news-patrick-at-the-newport-beach-art-exhibition This past weekend I was honored to be one of few selected photographers to show at the annual Newport Beach Art Exhibition. The event was extremely well attended; I was pleased to be able to discuss my work, and photography in general, with many art lovers.  The two peices that were accepted were "Respite", shown here, and "Supplication" which was last month's featured photo and also was selected by the Center for Photographic Arts in Carmel, CA.
 

RespiteRespiteI’d spent days getting to know Barcelona, taking pictures. I took one afternoon off to spend in the Picasso Museum. Leaving the galleries I walked into one of the alleyways and saw this woman at peaceful rest. The lighting was perfect and I saw a work of art in the light, color, her pose and attitude.
 

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I’d spent days getting to know Barcelona, taking pictures. I took one afternoon off to spend in the Picasso Museum.  Leaving the galleries I walked into one of the alleyways and saw this woman at peaceful rest. The lighting was perfect and I saw a work of art in the light, color, her pose and attitude.  
 


 

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[email protected] (Patrick Ramsey Fine Art Photography) Art events California Barcelona Newport Beach Art Exhibition fine art fine art photography https://www.ramsey.photo/blog/2016/6/news-patrick-at-the-newport-beach-art-exhibition Thu, 23 Jun 2016 21:26:21 GMT
Featured Photo: "Supplication" https://www.ramsey.photo/blog/2016/6/featured-photo-supplication This month's featured photo is "Supplication."  I chose this photo to feature this month, as it has the honor of being selected as a part of the 2016 Juried Exhibition web catalog at the Center for Photographic Art in Carmel-by-the-Sea, available June 11- July 24, 2016.  Click here for their web catalog, and if you are in the area, there are some selections from the Exhibition on display in the gallery.
 


 

SupplicationSupplicationVenice is a miracle of invention and reinvention. It’s very existence was an invention, and it’s history since has been a roller coaster of prosperity and power and struggle for survival. Reinventing itself as a tourist mecca brought back prosperity to some, survival to many, and left the neglected much as they have been for over 1000 years. Turning the corner on a small street I found this woman who symbolized the sad reality of our world.
 

On my second trip to Venice, Italy, 10 years after the first, I found the difference in the city striking. What had been a vital and multi-dimensional city was now divided into a “Disneyland “ for tourists and run down, or abandoned areas housing residents too poor to move to the mainland.  Turning the corner on a small street I found this woman who symbolized the change I was seeing all around me.
 


 

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[email protected] (Patrick Ramsey Fine Art Photography) Italy Patrick Ramsey Fine Art Photography Venice beggar black and white destitute emotional featured photo fine art fine art photography portrait poverty travel travel photography https://www.ramsey.photo/blog/2016/6/featured-photo-supplication Thu, 02 Jun 2016 23:47:14 GMT
Featured Photo: "Summer Day" https://www.ramsey.photo/blog/2016/6/featured-photo-summer-day My featured photo for May, "Summer Day," is my idea of what summer should feel like.  Here is the image and story from the "Small Worlds" collection:
 

Summer DaySummer DayThis is a picture of a nice day. This was taken in Millennium Park in Chicago, in the middle of the city. This girl was as comfortable as a person could be; the other children playing in the fountain or the people bustling by on the streets around the park were a part of her environment and just fine with her.
 

This is a picture of a nice day.  This was taken in Millennium Park in Chicago, in the middle of the city.  This girl was as comfortable as a person could be; the other children playing in the fountain or the people bustling by on the streets around the park were a part of her environment and just fine with her.
 


 

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Featured Photo: "Closing Time" https://www.ramsey.photo/blog/2016/6/featured-photo-closing-time About once a month, I will choose a photo to feature, and share the story of where it was taken, and why I took it.  For my first post, I want to share the image "Closing Time," a moment from my travels in London.
 

Closing TimeClosing TimeLate night window cleaning in London
 

 

Late at night in London  I saw this scene as a perfect black and white image with it’s dark shadows and highlights. It is a pure visual experience.
 


 


 

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[email protected] (Patrick Ramsey Fine Art Photography) Chinese restaurant London Patrick Ramsey Fine Art Photography black and white featured photo fine art fine art photography night photography restaurant travel travel photography worker working working class https://www.ramsey.photo/blog/2016/6/featured-photo-closing-time Thu, 28 Apr 2016 18:30:00 GMT