Various Photos
Here's some photos, each taken to study a different principle
of photography.
A photo of Woodward Park, shot with a deep depth of field. Size: 12 x 8 in. Medium: Adobe Lightroom
A photo of ducks and geese by a lake near the AMC Theather in Manteca. The birds are aligned with the Rule of Thirds grid. Size: 12.7 x 8 in. Medium: Adobe Lightroom
An overhead point of view photo of a palm tree. Size: 12 x 8 in. Medium: Adobe Lightroom
A photo of Woodward Park, shot with a deep depth of field. Size: 12 x 8 in. Medium: Adobe Lightroom
"Decay" Series
A series of photos based on the word "Decay." The photos examine various businesses in Manteca in various states of decay, some as a result of precautionary measures because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The sign for an abandoned K-Mart that closed down in 2017. Size: 12 x 8 in. Medium: Adobe Lightroom
The sign for a Taco Bell in the same lot as the K-Mart. This location isn't closed, yet the sign has fallen into disrepair. Size: 12 x 8 in. Medium: Adobe Lightroom
A shattered glass window found on Yosemite Avenue. Size: 12 x 8 in. Medium: Adobe Lightroom
The sign for an abandoned K-Mart that closed down in 2017. Size: 12 x 8 in. Medium: Adobe Lightroom
"Disrepair" Series
A sort of expansion of the previous series, further examining buildings and businesses in Manteca that have fallen into disuse and disrepair, with an emphasis on neglected private properties.
A private property sign barring entrance to an empty lot of the K-Mart in Manteca that closed in 2017. Size: 12 x 8 in. Medium: Adobe Lightroom
An RV from Iowa parked in the closed K-Mart parking lot. Size: 12 x 8 in. Medium: Adobe Lightroom
Odd graffiti and litter found on a closed down residence behind the previous building. Size: 12 x 8 in. Medium: Adobe Lightroom
A private property sign barring entrance to an empty lot of the K-Mart in Manteca that closed in 2017. Size: 12 x 8 in. Medium: Adobe Lightroom
"Artifacts of COVID in Manteca" Series
A series examining artifacts of COVID-19 in Manteca that document the virus’ impact on local businesses, schools, healthcare providers, and the community at large. The artifacts are mostly signs, with the exception of one outdoor dining tent.
Click here to view my artist statement.
Size: 12 x 8 in. Medium: Adobe Lightroom
Size: 12 x 8 in. Medium: Adobe Lightroom
Size: 8 x 12 in. Medium: Adobe Lightroom
Size: 12 x 8 in. Medium: Adobe Lightroom