The Challenge

 

I do not photograph subjects as life-like images. My work is sometimes abstract and at other times impressionistic and many times both. What I’m doing is having a conversation with light, shadows, and color. In my Kinetic Ambiguity’s Land Series, Vista Segments, there is a lot of focus on what you can’t see. The challenge is often figuring out what you do see. If you look for them, you’ll notice that the landscapes have been there right in front of you, all along.

If you're interested in buying a print, send me an Instagram DM at elmp_kap or email me at ELMPhoto.FA@gmail.com. If you live in California, I may be able to deliver the artwork to you personally.

2025 pricing breakdown:
Size 12"x18", for $1,540.00
Size 20"x30", for $3,080.00
Size 30"x45", for $4,620.00 

Each work is an edition of 5 with 2 artist proofs. The prints have a slightly satin, nearly matte finish, and are printed on enamel coated aluminum using archival pigmented inks ensuring their longevity and beauty for years to come. And I have a frame attached to the back of each print for easy hanging.

(Kinetic Ambiguity Project, Land Series, Vistas Segment, 81745, “Blue Guard”, 5/13/2023)

(Kinetic Ambiguity Project, Land Series, Vistas Segment, 8440, “Tower One”, 2/29/2020)

 

Selling Prints – 2025

This gets a little unsettling, the act of stating one’s prices in this contemporary art endeavor. Or rather this art business. The reality is that I have nothing to lose and much to gain – though it is challenging to see that right now. So, to be clear, my artwork is for sale.

If you're interested in buying a print, send me an Instagram DM at elmp_kap or email me at ELMPhoto.FA@gmail.com. If you live in California, I may be able to deliver the artwork to you personally.

2025 pricing breakdown:
Size 12"x18", for $1,540.00
Size 20"x30", for $3,080.00
Size 30"x45", for $4,620.00

Each work is an edition of 5 with 2 artist proofs. The prints have a slightly satin, nearly matte finish, and are printed on enamel coated aluminum using archival pigmented inks ensuring their longevity and beauty for years to come. And I have a frame attached to the back of each print for easy hanging.

(Kinetic Ambiguity Project, Land Series, Vistas Segment, 101539, “Tree and Hill”, 2/24/2024)

(Kinetic Ambiguity Project, Land Series, Vistas Segment, 4788, “Fenced Joshua Tree”, 12/22/2019)

The LMF Gallery + Darkroom

 

The F/8 Photography group show is still going on until September 3^rd. It’s an imaginative presentation of some amazing photographs. You’ll feel the real purpose of the work when you see it up close. And I mean that for all of the prints, not just mine.

The LMF Gallery + Darkroom
55 N. Baldwin Ave
Sierra Madre, CA 91024

Kinetic Ambiguity Project, Land Series, Vistas Segment, 113959, “Windmills”, 6/21/2024,

Kinetic Ambiguity Project, Land Series, Vistas Segment, 66008, “Old Guardian”, 1/28/2022,

 

Artist Talk, Edward Lance Montgomery

Thank you, 29 Palms Art Gallery.

13th Biennial Ontario Open Exhibition, Opening Reception

Hey, don’t mind me. I just broke my website again. For me, WordPress is not user friendly. I even paid for services from an outside vender once. I’m never doing that again – it still hurts. I need to change subjects though. We have another group show coming up, gang! This one is in Ontario, CA and it’s free to the public. Next Saturday at 2pm. That’s May 3^rd next Saturday. I hope to see you there.

Identity

Time is just flying by. Sometimes, it’s a challenge to keep. Like keeping up with the new shows I’m in. Currently, I have two more prints in an exhibition in Livermore, CA. The show, “Identity: Defining Identity Through Visual Expression”, is currently open and runs through May 4^th. It’s a group show and free to enter. You should have a look if you get the chance to.

Kinetic Ambiguity Project, Land Series, Vistas Segment, 66036, “In the Distance”, 1/28/2022

Kinetic Ambiguity Project, Land Series, Vistas Segment, 66366, "Blue Joshua”, 2/1/2022

I Like Bergamot Station Arts Center

I think it was sometime last year, I heard someone say or maybe I was talking with the person who said something kind of disparaging about Bergamot Station Arts Center. Whatever or whomever it was, I don’t agree. I like Bergamot Station Arts Center. It's like a small art show every time you go there. There is a lot of photography there too. If you have never been there, you should go. If you’re into art, I think you’ll like it.

I like hanging out here the most.

Danziger is no longer here.

I managed to photograph myself on this one.

One day I will have an exhibition here at the Rose Gallery

Ontario International Airport

I may have mentioned that my application to exhibit art at Ontario International Airport was approved by the Chaffey Community Museum of Art. Installation of two of my prints (these two) is scheduled for March 19, 2025, and will be up until January 2026. Please, let me know if you see them.

Kinetic Ambiguity 65549, nicknamed “Hilltop”

Kinetic Ambiguity 87665, nicknamed "Lone Joshua Tree”

And regarding the nicknames, I’m starting to nickname just the images that I will be printing for exhibition.

Hello friends and poetry lovers. I’m shaking the cobwebs off of my blog as I need it for the great things that are coming in the near future. I was also wondering if I should scrub the old stuff or just leave it so folks can see a part of the journey. Tell me what you think about keeping or getting rid of the old stuff.

I should probably read it before I do anything else, just in case.

The image with this post is Kinetic Ambiguity 13468. That’s its name. It’s nick name is “Ice Tea” because it kind of looks like a glass of ice tea.

Ok, I’ll talk with you soon.

Another Reason Why I Make Photographs

I got the chance to get out and make some images this weekend.  This was not on my list to do but it is no secret that I needed it – the therapy of making photographs.  When I am out there (anywhere really), with a camera in hand, the therapeutic relief is not instant.  It takes some time before I relax a bit and get into the flow of my process.  It varies but generally it takes about 30 minutes and I begin to feel what I’m doing with my camera.  For me, it is a free consultation with a mental health profession.  When I’m done, I am in a more relaxed state of mind and can better work my way through some of my issues that need addressing in my world.  I don’t know, but it may work for you too – if that is something that you need.

(Designation, Kinetic Ambiguity Project 2615 - not named at this time.)

 

Finally, Part Two – How to Solve the Blank Wall Predicament

I know, I have been gone for a few hundred years (or a couple of months).  You know how it goes sometimes, you get caught up in stuff and the time gets away from you.

So, blank walls – how do we hang prints or convert “blah” walls into “wow” walls?  My wife sent me the guide below a while back and it’s helpful.  There is one detail I believe most people know about.  For the group of folks who may not be aware, once you know where you’re hanging that artwork, be sure you compensate for the difference in height from the top of your piece to where the wire will be.  You know, pick up your piece with one finger on the wire then measure the distance from the wire to the top of the work/frame.  You eliminate the surprises, and you never want those surprises.

(Designation, Kinetic Ambiguity Project 2712, Föhn)

How to Solve the Blank Wall Predicament

I imagine this happens to many folks.  You pause for a moment in your home and your gaze predictably lands up on that blank wall (or those blank walls).  You may or may not have something to put on that wall but usually that is not the real problem.  The real problem is, “I’ll damage the wall; I’ll hang it too high (or low or crooked); I’m torn between this or that for that spot; I don’t have a clue about what would look good there; etc.”  Those feelings are normal though.  Let me let you in on a secret though, doing something about it takes a bit of effort – but it is so doable.  Of course, you can hire someone to hang something for you – ask Google.  But it does not require a lot of effort to do it yourself.  Usually a nail, a hammer, a pencil, and a measuring tape will get the job done.  Ok if you are particular, you can use a level too (I do).  In an instant, or more like in under 10 minutes, you can have something in that blank space – and you will be happy it is there.  Next time we’ll talk about “how” to do it.

(Designation, Kinetic Ambiguity Project 1203, Etesians)

Breakout Moments This Spring Auction Season.

“8 Artists Who Had Breakout Moments This Spring Auction Season” was an article I scanned (I only read the first paragraph) on Artsy.  I was scanning to see if any of the artist were photographers.  I believe they were all painters.  I am not upset with painters; they are cool folks.  I am just like, “yeah, that was what I expected”, with the industry regarding fine art photographers.  I know, there are thousands of recognized fine art photographers all around the world, but it just seems like…  I am not sure of the words I want to use here so I won’t.  But there was another thing that I must keep remembering when I read these art industry articles – they are not writing to me.  They are writing to top tier collectors, notable gallerist, accomplished artist, etc.  The work that was in the article was cool though.

Just the same, you should have a look at my website.  I imagine you will really like it.

(Designation, Kinetic Ambiguity Project 4785, Aeolian)

Do You Collect Up-and-Coming Photographic Artist? Maybe you should.

 

In the image, I see giant sentinels slowly walking across the desert landscape as the wind howls its disapproval though it is powerless to stop them.  Let your imagination guide you in this vision or you may miss it.  That is how it works for me, and it can work for you as well.  The work is beautiful, and you should not deny yourself an opportunity to have one of your own.  Take this opportunity to visit the website and see what I am talking about.

I wonder how this work would look on your wall.

(Designation, Kinetic Ambiguity Project 4915, Shamal)

Why I Create Motion Blur Art

 

(Designation, Kinetic Ambiguity Project 2616 - not named at this time.)

You are in your car and you are driving down the road. The radio is on, music is playing, you are talking with someone, you are deep in thought — whatever the case, your eyes are never really focused on what is passing you by. Your eyes face towards your destination, but there is a secret world out there that you are missing.  I would like to share that secret world with you.  I call it my Kinetic Ambiguity Project. Why do I do this? This motion blur photographic art project helps me improve myself and manage my inner demons. And I believe I have something to share with fellow art enthusiast.

 

Though I have been absent from my blog for a while (I have spent a lot of time on Instagram trying to figure it out), I’m getting back to blogging. Partially because I’ll be fielding a new website for my artwork. And partially because I like blogging. As soon as the new site is operational, I will let you know.