December 6th, 2010
“Photographers are intrigued by the way the nature of light changes the nature of seeing.” hilary marckx
Yes, photographers have, definitely, a unique way of seeing. Is it magical? Or, mysterious, perhaps?
All you have to do is take a look at the photography in all of Kevin Fleming’s books. His latest being Wild Delmarva. Hot off the press. My friends that have seen it, just loved it. Perfect for gift giving at this time of the year.
I gave Kevin’s books to someone that was special in my family’s life. His name was Dr. Nicholas Fortuin. He was an avid photographer who after seeing Kevin’s first book said “I can only dream and aspire to be as good of a photographer as Kevin is.” Unfortunately, Dr. Fortuin passed away this spring, never to be lucky enough to enjoy Kevin’s latest book.
Kevin is a Delaware native and his photography has taken him around the globe. He really does not need an introduction anymore. He is well known, having worked with National Geographic and named America’s Best Observer by Readers Digest.
“On the Sinai Peninsula in 1981, Kevin came under the assassins’ gunfire that killed Egyptian President, Anwar Sadat. The Newsweek’s front cover, was his, taken at that time in history.
Kevin’s website is www.kevinfleming.com. You can also check the Wild Delmarva website, www.wilddelmarva.com, where you can buy the book on-line. All local bookstores in the Delaware Beaches have it.
The website for the book The Heart of America is www.americabook.com. The website for the book Wild Delaware is www.wilddelaware.com.
Note: Kevin’s son Jay Fleming is following on his Dad’s footsteps and is also turning out to be a very talented photographer.
Have a good one!!…..talk to you later…..Enjoy this amazing book….
June 24th, 2010
Now that the summer has actually started all the beach towns are showing off what they can offer, not only for the visitors, but for all of us, locals and natives, as well.
Thursday, June 24th – Cinema by the Canal at 211 Front Street, Lewes, presents Mama Mia at Dusk. Free to the public. Bring chairs, blankets, insect repellent. For more info. please visit www.rehobothfilm.com or call 302-645-9095.
Saturday, June 26th and Sunday, June 27th – Celebrate the coastal arts with the Lewes Historical Society. The event? The Mid-Atlantic Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival. Sea glass, decoys and waterfowl art will be featured along with great food. The location is the Lewes Historial Society Complex right in historic Lewes. Saturday, 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. and on Sunday, 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. For more information please visit www.historiclewes.org.
Sea glass: Found on beaches, along oceans, bays, rivers or large lakes, have been tumbled and smoothed by waves, water or sand, creating smooth, frosted shards of glass.
Most common? Kelly green, brown and clear
Less common? Jade, amber, golden amber, lime green forest green, and soft blue.
Uncommon? Green, soft green
Very uncommon? Purple, citron, opaque white, cobalt and cornflower blue, aqua
Rate and extremely rare? Grays, pinks, teal, black, yellow, turquoise, red.
Orange is the least common; found once in 10,000 pieces.
Saturday, June 26th – Sea Rats Atlantic – A group of historical re-enactors will relive the golden age of piracy in the early 1700’s with activities such as blacksmithing, and cooking at their encampment behid the Seaside Nature Center inside the Cape Helopen State Park, 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. For more information please visit www.destateparks.com or call 302-645-6852. Also, please remember that there is an entrance fee to the park.
Until Saturday, June 26th – The Fantasticks at 8:00 p.m. at the Cape Henlopen High School Theatre, 1250 Kings Highway, Lewes. Tickets are $30 for reserved seatings, and $35 for preferred seatings. Seniors 65 and older and groups of 10 or more – $25. More info? Please visit www.infinitytheatrecompany.com/tickets or call 877-318-0071.
On Sunday, June 27h the performances will be at 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
Until, Wednesday, June 30th – Delaware Shore Artists Group showing at Lavender Fields Farm, Coolspring Rd. south of Rt. 9 and West of Lewes. At the farm’s barn the paintings are on display and for sale. For more information please visit www.lavenderfieldsfarm.com
Photo Walk: Lewes
Explore Lewes with Rolf Photography (www.rolfephotography.com) on a Photo Walking tour. The Walk combines historic commentary of Lewes and helpful photo tips. It begins at 10:00 a.m. on Saturdays. Meet at Lewes Public library on the day of your reservation, 111 Adams Ave. Directions? Please visit http://www.leweslibrary.org/about/location/map.htm. The cost is $25 per person or $22 for friends members with current membership card. Cash or check only. For Photo Walk dates, questions and reservations please call 302-644-4458.
Please note that disposable cameras, digital cameras, and film cameras are all welcomed. The walking tour is approximately 2 1/2 hours long and covers an area of less than a mile. Comfortable clothing, shoes, hat and sunscreen are recommended.
What is an Illustrator? “A graphic artist who specializes in enhancing writing by providing a visual representation that corresponds to the content of the associated text.”
The illustrator can clarify complicated concepts or objects that are difficult to describe textually. They have been used in advertisement, greeting cards, posters, books, magazines and newspapers.
I met James the other day. He is a traditional illustrator. Humor and imagination are an integral part to James’s style. He graduated from The University of the Arts in Philadelphia and is freelancing in the area.
Hi website is http://www.jamestarnold.com and in it you will be able to find his illustrations, blog, bio, and prints. E-mail address is j.arnoldarnold@gmail.com and his tel. is 717-269-6588.
You will be able to see a sample of his work in the issue of The Word on Cheese Culture magazine.
Have a good one!! Talk to you later…
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