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Interview with Photographer David Williams

Stan — Tue, 15 May 2012 19:47:51 +0000

David is a wonderful and kind person with a great eye for photography. He has a diverse gallery of shots that are well worth checking out. This week we get to delve into his thought process as well as learn a little bit about photographic techniques and infrared shots. Background I must start by saying that I am an amateur photographer of modest experience and ability. Thus, if anyone thinks that I am pushing myself beyond my abilities or as an expert that is not my intention. As a scientist, I researched and taught chemistry at various Universities in the UK for many years. In the early1990′s, I switched careers to become a Consultant Chemist, providing expert opinion to the legal profession, the insurance industry, and the Courts in England on matters to do with the safety of chemicals in the workplace. I retired about 10 years ago to pursue other interests – photography, art, [...]

The Watchman

Stan — Thu, 10 May 2012 15:30:15 +0000

The Watchman is available in wide screen format for your desktop wallpaper use. It is also available as a limited edition of 50 posters. Please contact me if you wish to purchase one. Enjoy! Download Here: Related PostsThe Evolution of a Logo Design The Addict – Free High Resolution Wallpaper Art Cards – ACEO New At StanRagets.com

Interview with Patrick McMichael

Stan — Tue, 08 May 2012 12:42:28 +0000

The interview with Patrick was most fun. I hope you enjoy his thoughts and artwork as much as I have! He is a very talented artist as you shall soon see. Basics & Bio Do you have any hobbies aside from drawing/sketching? I’ve been playing the saxophone since I was 10 years old. I play many musical instruments, I enjoy video and photography, video editing, sound editing and music editing software. 3D creation software. When did you start drawing? Since I could hold a crayon in my hand. Do you use your artistic skill professionally, or is it just something you do because you enjoy it? Actually both. My full time job requires me to create graphic designs for the print industry. Being artistic gives me an edge that others do not have when using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. Anyone can learn to use graphic software, but I believe only an artist can take [...]

Fractal Visor — Free Wallpaper

Stan — Fri, 04 May 2012 18:14:09 +0000

I’ve always been fascinated by the gadgets and gizmos on technological things. Earlier this week I was researching some watches at amazon.com trying to find something I liked. Of course the chronograph watches caught my eye right away. This got me thinking about other bells and whistles and then soon my mind went to helmet/visor technology like seen in Iron Man and Metroid among countless hundreds of others. The ideas really started to flow when I began thinking about the fractal programs I use and their interfaces for creating and developing the images. It would be amazing to be able to have an interface controlled by thought to design fractals! Just put on a helmet/visor and start creating! While right now, this might be a mere dream, I created a wallpaper with the idea in mind of being immersed in a fractal. With the current advances in hardware technologies, the software might soon be able [...]

Collect Me!

Stan — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 13:27:12 +0000

I am currently entered at the Art Takes Times Square competition. It’s a very cool and different opportunity. Every person that “collects” me gives me a better chance of winning the competiton. Please take a moment to goto http://stanragets.artistswanted.org/atts2012 and click the * (star) to collect me. I truly appreciate all your support! Related PostsGrey Skies

Yo Yo Vector Stock Image

Stan — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 18:08:57 +0000

Bring back the fun with this classic childhood toy! Vector stock image of a Yo yo I created the other day for some practice in Adobe Illustrator. Now you don’t have to spend the time creating your own yo yo. AI format for Illustrator CS5. All layers in tact. Related PostsChrome Window Krento Skin “Glass City” Series Wallpaper Free Download “My Stash” Free Downloadable Wallpaper

Interview with Photographer Adrian Dimache

Stan — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 13:49:01 +0000

Adrian has a beautiful and unique way of capturing personality in his photographs. I was captivated right away when I first saw his work. What follows is an interview with Adrian about his photography as well as his thinking process and working style. When did you get started in photography and why? I was initiated to photography by my father. I remember him staying till late in his dark room with the red light on. He was using different types of cameras and me and my mother had to stand still up to 3 minutes for one single shot. Looking back today at those pictures I see how accurate my father was. I remember also receiving my first camera when I was around 7-8 years old. It was quite a fake one and I don’t remember using it. My first camera was a Minox, the smallest at that time. I used it intensively since I was at high school. [...]

Royal Hall of the King 2 – Free High Resolution Wallpaper Download

Stan — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 14:22:46 +0000

I created this fractal in March to expand on my skills in Mandelbulb3d. I wanted to create a bright, geometric piece. Enjoy! Related PostsExploring New Territories

Featured In Catapult Magazine

Stan — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 12:58:18 +0000

The new issue (#8) of Catapult Magazine is now out. My artwork has been featured in a full 2 page spread. You can check out and purchase the magazine here.

Progress on the “Octagon Project”.

Stan — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 15:37:01 +0000

The “Octagon Project” is a project I have been working on since November. I have had very little time to give to it and missed working on it entirely during the month of March. The image you see above was developed and programmed in Structure Synth. I then modified the output and rendered it in a java based physics rendering engine called Sunflow. I love the realistic look and lighting that can be achieved by Sunflow but it is incredibly slow and meticulous to deal with. The above image took about 7 1/2 hours to render. I also did some post-work in photoshop to enhance the levels and contrast just slightly. Now that I’m mostly happy with the render/lighting settings I’m certain that I’ll be tweaking these a little more, but the main part of the hard work is completed. I can now concentrate on framing and design. Stayed tune for more progress and releases [...]