As you know, I love sharing my students' success stories! I'm so happy to announce that Daniel Remer is featured in the June 2025 Medium Format Magazine.
This was not surprising, as Daniel has been producing some wonderful images using Light Painting.
The magazine features quite a few of Daniel'...
"Japanese Tea Box with Whisk" © Harold Ross
My friend Brooks Jensen, (of LensWork), has traveled to Japan numerous times and has, over the years, collected some wonderful keepsakes from his trips. I was thrilled when he gifted me this beautiful Japanese tea box and whisk, or chasen. The whisk is...
"Vintage Hamilton Beach Drink Mixer" © Harold Ross
As you might know, I love to photograph vintage machines and tools, so I was quite excited when I found this 1950's Hamilton Beach Drink Mixer!
The design is so cool, with a nod to Art Deco, and the color is just luscious.
I was pleasantly su...
"The Persistence of Life" © Harold Ross
A few years ago, we had to cut down a rapidly growing tree that was just two feet from the foundation of our house. If left unchecked, its roots would have penetrated the foundation, causing cracking and other problems.
The Paulownia species, or "Princess...
"Eggs and Solvent" © Harold Ross
When photographing something that inspires me, like these beautiful eggs from a local farmer, I sometimes discover that the composition requires an additional element for balance. More often than not, the size, shape, and color of an object become more significa...
"Wayne's Teapot with Factory Pattern" Photograph © Harold Ross
I frequently give talks and lectures on my work, and invariably, someone asks the question, “How many captures do you usually shoot to make one image?” This question is quite insightful, and when I answer it (and my answer is “Usuall...
One of the crucial aspects of creating an image with great depth, dimension, and detail is proper exposure. While it’s a complex topic, I aim to establish a connection between achieving a proper exposure and using the appropriate amount of motion in the light.
I refer to this movement in the light ...
"Vintage Beaulieu R16 Movie Camera" Photograph © Harold Ross
I have always been a still photographer and have never really ventured into motion imagery. That said, I have always admired the design of certain movie cameras.
Some of my favorites are the vintage versions of the Beaulieu movie ca...
I find it incredibly rewarding to witness the success of my students, whether it's through gallery representation, a featured exhibition, a magazine feature, or just the creation of beautiful images!
This is the fifth in my interview series, and it features the work and words of Jenn Gershon, who c...
"My Father's Chalk Line" by Harold Ross
Many of you may have seen or even used a chalk line. This tool is designed to mark a very straight line on materials like lumber or metal. On the left side of the housing, there is a compartment for chalk, and the string is wound up like a fishing reel. ...
