Onexposure is going to publish their first book beginning of July. Many site members and Onexposure  visitors have expressed the wish for such a book. After the first site survey, there was enough stuff for making 3 books, so the first selection was very hard. I have been asked to take responsibility over the project and I must confess, I am very proud to make this project.

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Twelve Shots is a heartfelt compilation - a book that describes my unmasked passion, moments which are deeply personal and haunting. Within each of us are a kaleidoscopic variety of thoughts and feelings which I have attempted to convey through my art. It was not easy to restrict this book to only 12 pieces that encompass my span of emotions for this series. I labored over the sequence of images to Read the rest of this entry »

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The TIPA and BIPP Awards winner Hahnemühle FineArt announces the launch of Digital Fine Art Baryta paper for autumn 2007.
As a traditional artist’s paper the “FineArt Baryta 325” will combine an ultra smooth surface with an original Baryta finish. The digital Baryta paper has Hahnemuhle’s unique “touch and feel” experience and is a premium replacement for traditional Baryta papers from analogue laboratories. The new paper contains barium sulphate in the coating that enhances the typical reflecting gloss, high dmax, large colour gamut and sharp image definition of a Baryta paper.

Hahnemühle will showcase first samples of “FineArt Baryta 325”, made from 100% alpha cellulose with an ultra smooth surface and a grammage of 325 gsm, at upcoming international photo shows: Sonimagphoto in Barcelona, Salon de la Photo in Paris, Imaging Expo in Shanghai and PhotoPlus International in New York.

Market launch is set for autumn 2007. YAY! :-)

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Looking upon the art of Vernon Trent, one cannot help but wonder, „Where does such a rich imagination combined with ability to capture the beauty of the human form originate?“
That question becomes even more beguiling after meeting the man behind the art. An imposing figure of a man, Vernon’s outward appearance betrays the sensitivity and perceptive nature of the man so apparent in his art.

His journey to the art you see before today began as a child. When most children his age were playing games and attending parties, Vernon was honored with his very first photographic exhibition. At the „seasoned“ age of 10, his talents were already recognized by the local photographic community.

Continuing to gather inspiration from the relationship between light and depth of field, he focused his evolving talents on the eternal expanse of nature and the man made wonders of architecture. His insatiable hunger for new challenges moved him toward all photographic subject matter.
The next challenge to fold into his repertoire was product photography where as before he excelled.

But even keen talent cannot propel a man to the level Vernon has achieved without the textures of life experience and raw tenacity. When most artists would be satisfied with the comfort and security of repeated success, Vernon challenged himself yet again, moving to the difficult and overcrowded world of nude photography.

„Combining the sheer beauty of the female form with emotional elements sometimes incongruous with the sensuality of nude photographic art elevates Mr. Trent’s style above the rank and file“

is a quote that best describes Vernon’s unique style in an artistic field littered with „me too“ imagery.

As you become immersed in Vernon’s chosen art form, you will often find yourself mesmerized by the textures, subject and lighting. Yet the most striking aspect of his art is the sensitivity and emotion that holds a viewer immersed and will occupy your mind long after your eyes leave his work.

Vernon Trent was born in Romania in 1967 and he currently resides near Dusseldorf, Germany.
His exhibitions include European as well as United States venues such as, Munich, Frankfurt, Bocholt, Ratingen, Duluth, San Mateo and Chicago. His print recognition include Photomagazines and various photographic reviews.

Photograph & review by Mark Kitaoka

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