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Ray 0'Sunshine

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About Me

Several years ago, life's situations with it's people and personalities Prompted me to look beyond my then, present day to day and ask of myself what direction and interests did the future hold for me? I Began to realize it was time to fulfill personal wants and goals, like long distance biking, swimming, reading, learning music, and more. The "more" leading me into photography.Perhaps, always being a photographer at heart and a native of Iowa, with my family still in Villisca. Many of my photos are taken around the town he grew up in, so now past childhood surroundings have become one of my favorite subjects. With an interesting perspective, I work to capture the nature and emotion of my subjects.Seeing those small details and nuances that others may miss and with this reflected in the shots I choose to capture. What the eye can see, I attempt to solidify on film.Maybe to some, these subjects would appear to be just another stop along the road, but to me it's a treasure just waiting to be uncovered and then shown to those who may have never taken a second glance....Whether it be with the 4 x 5 camera,Medium format, or the digital, I intend to bring the past into the future for all to see. This is my "Vision of the Heartland," memories for all to see on film, my passion, and my work.a:hover {

My Interests

Several years ago, life’s situations with it’s people and personalities prompted me to look beyond my then, present day to day and ask of myself what direction and interest did the future hold for me. I began to realized it was time to full fill personal wants and goals, like long distance biking, swimming, reading, learning music and more; with the “more” leading me into photography and “photography” leading to my past. My father being a plumber in rural America his work landed him on farmsteads fixing wells for farmers, continuously. Many of these farms had abandon buildings on them with so many people migrating towards the cities and they’d leave what they didn’t want, need, or had room for where it was. I remember going in these places as a child with amazement. Seeing things from ordinary life, such as toys, clothing, and photographs. I couldn’t image leaving these things; some being in working condition while others needed a little tender loving care, but still workable. All this would make me ask why? As a teen and after I had grown out of the “wanting to be with dad” stage, I found myself always riding my motorcycles towards dirt roads. On a lot of these would be old farms. Once again I was drawn in. Or I’d find the ditches that farmers would discard there things. Thinking these things would work as damns to block the soil from washing away. Still, I’d be asking why? Now as an adult I have found a way back. Perhaps, always being a photographer at heart and a native of Iowa, with my family still in Villisca. Many of my pictures are taken around the town I grew up in, so now these past surroundings have become my favorite subjects. With an interesting perspective, I work to capture the nature and emotion of my subjects. I see those small details and nuances that others miss. I search for the membranes of the people I feel. This is reflected in the shots I choose to capture. What the heart, the soul, and the eye can see I attempt to solidify on film.This was wrote for me and about me with the help of a Very Special friend. Thank you Sleep.

I'd like to meet:

Those that enjoy art, people that enjoy rollerderby, anyone who'd be interested in buying photos or wanting photos taken, and just people who like making new friends==============================================

Movies:


.. Create Your Own

Television:

Derby action.. YEah!
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Books:

Photogrphy books, Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas, The Exorist, and way back when, Big Little books..

Heroes:

My work I've just completed would make my father the proudest Man there is!That really makes me happy!Each and everyday I keep learning and growing. Finding the strength from within myself so to trust my thoughts, chooses, and ideas has given me ablity to become my own hero and that FUCKING rocks!but most of all Andrew and Eric are my hero's. Pwned by Andrew and Eric, feds, you know what to do.

My Blog

almost finished

It's taken me quite some time to even start working on it. I started a couple weeks ago and finally almost have it ready for testing; maybe by the first day classes start back up I can do some paper n...
Posted by Ray 0'Sunshine on Mon, 27 Nov 2006 02:23:00 PST

What's your birthday say;

Your Birthdate: September 29You have the mind of an artist, even if you haven't developed the talent yet.Expressive and aware, you enjoy finding new ways to share your feelings.You often feel like you...
Posted by Ray 0'Sunshine on Fri, 06 Oct 2006 06:10:00 PST

Upcoming Exhibits

It's fall time and the Metro Photo Club is back in  heavy fall action. We and Metro Comm. College are sponsoring, "The MidWest Regional Converancee for Photographic Education" which is being held...
Posted by Ray 0'Sunshine on Fri, 15 Sep 2006 09:55:00 PST

photos

I actually sold some work for commercial applications....Gota love carpet and ventilation cleaning companies. Now, I just need to do this on a regular basis.
Posted by Ray 0'Sunshine on Wed, 12 Jul 2006 06:53:00 PST

Ouch

No I wasn't and am not tryin to top no injury list... Grinding wheels across the chest hurt and not recommended. But, it is impressive!
Posted by Ray 0'Sunshine on Tue, 13 Jun 2006 09:08:00 PST

mayb e a tad;

Well, I am the baby of the family and my brother and sisters have always said, that since I didn't get any spankings I've been spoiled ...HmmmmmmmNow.........I did get a few benifits at school.. Like,...
Posted by Ray 0'Sunshine on Wed, 31 May 2006 12:47:00 PST

See what they got me!!!!!!!


Posted by Ray 0'Sunshine on Fri, 26 May 2006 04:56:00 PST

wrote or written and erased

I had actually wrote down some true feelings,... But then erased them!
Posted by Ray 0'Sunshine on Wed, 24 May 2006 07:34:00 PST

Friday night of Art

First,Sheldon Art Gallery in Lincoln, a teacher and friend of mine is part of an exhibit opening at 5:30... I'll attempt to be there Then I'll be hitting Metro Comm Collage art show (Which I have phot...
Posted by Ray 0'Sunshine on Fri, 05 May 2006 07:33:00 PST

Really sad, but happy too......

My mentor has taken a job in Cali.I'm really sad cause I won't be learning on an everyday bases from her any more.. At the same time, I'm happy for her as she is going after the goals she has for hers...
Posted by Ray 0'Sunshine on Wed, 26 Apr 2006 04:55:00 PST