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.
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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