Evening In The Surf - Limited Edition of 25 Print

“Photography is more than clicking the shutter. It is about capturing a moment, expressing emotion and exploring delicate details often overlooked. My surroundings constantly inspire me to see life as art.” As a visual artist, Sarah brings an eclectic blend of traditional color, B&W and abstract images. Going beyond the norms and pushing the boundaries of photography, her images can evoke a sense of whimsy as well as a depth of layers and provocative thinking. With creative freedom, she transforms select original images into surreal abstract pieces, giving them a dreamy or painting-esque quality. “I love the use of bold colors and striking forms. To achieve this unique effect, I apply a color pulling technique to an original photograph. This process involves using digital brushes to blend and smooth the natural colors of the image thus composing an abstract adaptation of the subject. To put a spin on reality and delve into a more creative realm; blurring the lines between real life and fantasy. My intent is to let the viewer feel the illusion, to visually become one with the piece. To let their eyes relax, sense the motion and transport their imagination into a dreamy world.” About Sarah ~ From humble beginnings in a high school darkroom, an artist emerged with a hunger for visual arts. Sarah immediately felt a connection to her Minolta and became inspired by nature. Upon graduation, Sarah was accepted to Northern Kentucky University on a Fine Arts scholarship where she honed her photography skills and for over 30 years, has worked in the field. In that time, her love of travel exposed her to the wonders of the world and the beauty that surrounds us. Her artistic vision is always searching for the next shot. Time slips away as she becomes immersed in her subject, studying composition, light and shadow, inspecting all angles as the image emerges. Although Sarah’s primary inspiration is the natural world, the allure of timeless architecture and weathered, rustic charm draws her attention as well. Sarah has refined her craft by focusing on her passion every day. As rolls of film and trays of chemicals have given way to digital development, Sarah now works with a high-end Canon camera to capture her work. She spends countless hours using the latest software to meticulously examine each file and perfect the image before revealing the final piece. Sarah has had an online presence for two decades.