Author Archives: Rosemary

Portrait of Berber Girl

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The traditional Berbers who live in the south of Morocco are a treasure trove for portraits. Most woman and many men still wear the djellaba, or gandoura. The Berber women cover their heads with a scarf, but do not veil … Continue reading

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Digital Painting

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Didja miss me? I’ve missed our little get-togethers. Yesterday I drove to L.A. about 2 hours (one way) from my house when traffic is busy. I went down to attend a seminar on painting in Photoshop taught by Faye Sirkis … Continue reading

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Walk-By Portraits

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A portrait of a man deep in thought. I shot this as I was walking past this man’s home. I’m not above doing things like that, shameful as they are. Lifting my camera to my eye is a reflex now. … Continue reading

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Less is More

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I got lucky when I stayed in Bangkok a few years ago. I stayed at the Grand China Princess in Chinatown. Due to overbooking, they gave me a penthouse suite for the price of a single room. I had a … Continue reading

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Expression is Everything

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I was told that there are two elements for a good portrait. The near eye must be sharp and the expression on the person’s face must connect to the viewer. I think these two photos qualify. What do you think? … Continue reading

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Extreme Contrast and Saturation

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I had seen some photos similar to these taken by a photographer who specializes in this look. He sets up a ‘stage’ where he can control the light and uses it like a studio when he travels. I liked the … Continue reading

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The Village Maharajah

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I call this man “The Maharajah” but he is a goatherd in a tiny village in Gujarat, India. We were visiting his village as he was bringing his animals home. When he got to his house, he herded the goats … Continue reading

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Anxiety in Angkor Wat

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Ta Phrom is one of the most famous temples in Siem Riep because of the spectacular tree roots gripping the entire building and here I was right in front it of clutching my new Nikon D200. I was with Dennis … Continue reading

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Posters by Rosemary

I aspire to make “vintage posters” using my photographs. I love looking at real vintage posters. You can easily find them on line or buy books about them. Dover has lots of beautiful books on thirties art.   I made the … Continue reading

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African Girls

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This is a Bella girl who is a slave of the Touareg. She was part of a wedding celebration we attended in Northern Niger. I caught her expression at the exact right moment. Luck happens. Her face is lovely here. … Continue reading

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