Motion & Depth of Field Examples

A slideshow for my students

Installation Views and Photos from the opening reception:

de Pavones

at UIC Student Center

 

Me with former student, Heriberto Quiroz

Talking with UIC students from China

It was a good time! Thankful for the opportunity to showcase 20 images from this series that I have been working on since 2008.  Thanks to all who came to the opening or at any time while it was on display.

Surf Pavones, 2010

 

I am pleased to announce a solo exhibition of my photographs, de Pavones, at UIC Student Center West Art Lounge.

UIC Student Center West Art Lounge
828 S. Wolcott
Chicago, IL 60612

January 9 - February 9, 2012

Gallery Hours: Mon-Fri, 9-5

Opening Reception: Thursday January 19, 4-7 pm

More info about my work:

The photographs in this series reflect my interest in the rural surfing community of Pavones, Costa Rica, a small town that is home to the world's second longest wave.  Even with its attraction for surfers, Pavones remains a rural community, untouched by the typical chain hotels and restaurants you might expect to find in a tourist-driven Costa Rican town with views of the Pacific Ocean.  There are many reasons for its protected state: its location near the southern tip of Costa Rica far from the capitol city of San Jose; the unpaved roads into and through Pavones discourage the less adventurous; and its lack of connection with the modern world.  Until 2008, there were no phone lines or Internet in Pavones.  Since this recent introduction of modern technology, the town has begun changing rapidly.  My intention is to create a portrait of Pavones by photographing the residents, the many scenic spaces, and the local businesses.

I hope to see you at the reception on Jan. 19th!