For me, photography provides a frame of reference for viewing my surroundings. Through it, I become more sensitive to nuances of color, shape, texture, light and shadow. I purchased my first 35-mm. single lens reflex camera in 1976 and began teaching myself about photography. It has been a continuing learning experience ever since! Over the years, I’ve taken a wide variety of photographic seminars, classes, and workshops. In 1999 I completed the New York Institute of Photography course. I have been active and competed in local camera clubs...more