A quiet image, a farewell, and a tribute to friendship. At Batsto Lake, memory and meaning surfaced through stillness, story, and warm summer light.
A Jersey Girl Remembers: Twilight on Batsto Lake
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The Stream That Remains
A poetic reflection on a fading stream, mirroring life’s quiet seasons and the unseen imprint left behind, even as the world moves forward.
The House They Left Behind: A Story of Florida’s Fading Past
A quiet farmhouse in rural Florida stands as a fading reminder of lives once rooted to the land. A story of small towns, memory, and time’s slow passing.
Sea Grass & Beach: The Art of Balancing Light
Balancing sky and sand at sunset using classic film techniques and digital bracketing—why dragging the shutter still has a place in today’s toolkit.
ISO Speed: Sensitivity, Signal, and Creative Control
Learn how ISO affects exposure, image quality, and creative control in photography—covering digital vs. film, dynamic range, and when to use high or low ISO.
Stargazer: A Reflection on Light, Stillness, and Craft
A reflection on creating Stargazer, a still life made with one light, a mirror, and intention—rooted in the early lessons of light, craft, and simplicity.
Same Scene, Different Vision: Study in Film & Digital Photography
Explore the unique visual stories behind two images of a bouquet in a purple vase, captured with different cameras and processing techniques. #photography
Autumn Sunset at St. George Island
St. George Island, FL, behind-the-scenes photography. Shot with a Hasselblad 907x 50c, this image captures the beauty of the island’s unique terrain at sunset.
Simplicity in Macro Photography: Capturing a Moving Subject
Learn how handheld shooting, high ISO, and creative adaptability led to an image full of life and detail—no tripod or complex gear required.
FOCUS: A Study In Creative Vision
In a winter photography excursion armed with a Sigma SD1 camera and a challenging 500mm lens, the goal was to create an image that combined precision, abstraction, and the artistic potential of the Foveon sensor.
Beauty After The Storm: St. Marks NWR After Hurricane Helene
After Hurricane Helene passed through Tallahassee, Florida, photographer Darlene Almeda returned to St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge to capture its beauty.
Old Church School
Discover the eerie charm of an abandoned Old Church School in Madison County, Florida, captured through my lens while exploring the remnants of a rural past.
Along Route 40, Reykjavik
A photographic journey through Reykjavik, where I capture the linguistic challenges of Icelandic street signs and transforms them into bold, graphic snapshots.
Oyster Boats of Apalachicola
Apalachicola, a quaint town on the Florida Panhandle, has long been renowned for rich oyster beds, where generations of families have made their livelihoods.
Film and Digital with Iconic Hasselblad Cameras
Discover how to balance between film and digital photography using two unique Hasselblad cameras from the V system. Explore the intricate dance between classic and contemporary methods in capturing artistic expression.
Ethical Considerations in Film Photography
Whether using film or digital photography, ethical considerations come into play. This article addresses ethical considerations concerning film photography.
photoscapes: The Next Chapter
As photoscapes.com transforms, a veteran photographer shares decades of experience with film, cameras, and creative projects in the art of photography.
SIGMA CAMERAS
Explore the world of Sigma cameras and lenses, including the popular DP Merrill cameras with Foveon sensors. Learn about the unique features, necessary accessories, and the evolution of Sigma’s camera lineup.
CANON CAMERAS
From classroom to Iceland and back to the darkroom years—my Canon cameras taught me precision, patience, and the joy of simply seeing through the lens.
ALPA CAMERAS
My review of the ALPA medium format system—built for precision, portability, and versatility with digital backs for studio and landscape photography.
Shooting a Rolleiflex with Studio Flash and Rolleinars
In a digital world lacking true square format, film remains the answer. Discover why square format film cameras still reign for full-resolution, composed square shots.