I have produced a 2015 Senior Portrait Guide you can read it, download it, or print it!
I have produced a 2015 Senior Portrait Guide you can read it, download it, or print it by clicking the link with in this sentence or by copy and pasting the url below.
Other Photography guides and Guides to my products and art will be up and available soon, please check back often. If you have any questions or comments, let me know.
Blessings,
T
“Casting A Spell” is one of a series of photo manipulations I did for a new client. I wanted to share them with you because I felt they are some of my best pieces. My client is a musician who goes by, Greg Sorcery, he has an infinity with hawks, just like I do.
I received his photos, which his lovely wife took per my requirements and his few instructions as to what he was looking for in these photos, which he was going to use both as wall art and as flyers. With these requirements I created him four different flyers. to choose from. The first being the photo below: “Casting A Dragon Spell”, the flyer I created was the photo to the left: “Casting A Spell” giving my client a magical look along with morphing him into half man, half hawk.
The third photo I created for my client “Visiting A Dragon” was more vibrant and colorful, which he had stated he didn’t mind chaos and symbolism in his flyers. I like to build up to the more vibrant and more chaotic works because it is like a virtual drum roll. This third photo was different from the first two not only because of its’ vibrancy but because I had changed my client’s outfit and the background, plus turned the whole photo into more of an illustration, which my client had stated he wo
uld be happy with if I felt so inclined to do. The fourth photo “Magic Man” I created was my favorite it isn’t as vibrant as the third photo but, has more symbolism in it than all three of the previous photos put together. Since my client had stated he liked symbolism, I choose to include symbols from his life professionally and personally. Such as the hawk, a dragon, and the stars, which not only represents music to him cause it reaches out and touches so many people in this world but also represented the peace in which music brings to him. I also included two crabs for they represented both him and his wife.
Finally I will leave you with one of the Photo manipulations I did of myself. I created this creation out of three different photos I took myself and brought together within Photoshop to create how my passion for art and graphic design burns through me fast and furious.
You can link with me for more information at:
Linkedin:
www.linkedin.com/pub/trinton-garrett/31/606/8a0/
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/Trinton.TrinityHawk?ref=hl
Taskarmy:
http://taskarmy.com/users/13652-trinityhawk/
As I stated in one of the previous posts I have a lot of new things in the works. One of them is an online store where I can sell my art work as everyday products, such as: Throw Pillows, Clocks, Shower Curtains, Etc.
Some of the designs are Astrology Pillows – Prints – Shower Curtains – Phone Cases/skins – Lap top skins – Ipad cases/skins – Clocks and more at my store: http://society6.com/TrintonGarrett Aries, Cancer, Scorpio, Taurus, and Gemini at this time more to come.
I am working on Leo now, so Leo will be posted sometime today or tomorrow. If you would like to have another astrology sign posted soon send me a message and let me know and I get to it as quickly as I can. First come first serve. But all of them WILL be posted eventually.
Below are just a couple more examples of what is available: “Fuzzy Wuzzy Vamp Hoddie (all products here in this blog are also available as other products), and a Tardis starry night clock.
I have been busy with a back injury but also with two sites that will hopefully make some money in around about way of getting my art noticed. AS my blog is not getting even a single donation (there is a donation button to the right). I also sell ad space for $5 a spot that includes the ad being created for you.
But, until then = Please feel free to click the link (s) and cruise my art sites I am working on to show of my variety of art work. Don’t hesitate to leave a comment or two.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/trinitysdesignsphotos/sets
http://www.artwanted.com/trinityhawk
http://trinityhawkphotography.crevado.com/
Unscheduled Absence & Some Truth Telling:
I want to apologize for being missing in action for so long – I have been dealing with some medical issues and some family issues which have kept me from posting.
I have been working on a few art pieces and a few filters when I have been able – those long sleepless nights – while sitting letting my mind go over issues, worries (which I know worries only borrow trouble) and trying to calm the pain which has decided to rack my body the past few weeks.
When I am overwhelmed with so much I sometimes forget where to turn and start to spiral downwards. Today, this morning as I was doing my “make the bed – sit down and breath, let the pain subside – vacuum one room – sit down and breath, and let the pain subside etc..on and on – It came to me that my ancestors did this when they were hurt many years ago. Yet, they added one more step that I have forgotten to add in my daily routine – to help my recharging and healing.
Reach out to the great power – study what my greater power would do in a time like this (or have me do). Find time to be spiritual.
What do Buddha’s teachings say about great times of pain and suffering? He teach us that during great times of suffering we are working our way towards ending that suffering or we can wallow in the suffering. There are 8 steps in ending the suffering.
1. Right View. The right way to think about life is to see the world through the eyes of the Buddha–with wisdom and compassion.
I myself, must admit I am having some problems with this first step, more so then I have in a long time. I am really struggling with looking at the world through Buddha’s eyes with Wisdom and Compassion. I see the world full of Hatred and Greed. Human’s that are Greedy, Ugly Individualistic Beings.
2. Right Thought. We are what we think. Clear and kind thoughts build good, strong characters.
Due to struggling with 1. – 2. is also a struggle. I am generally a very positive thinker, very passive and straight forward person. Think of what you want your outcome to be and work towards it. Yet, do to my struggling with the first step in this focus – this 2. step has started to faultier and I am losing my hope and dreams in all my passion in life.
3. Right Speech. By speaking kind and helpful words, we are respected and trusted by everyone.
*smile* – I do this still but it is, in all honesty, a mask. But, a well practiced mask.
4. Right Conduct. No matter what we say, others know us from the way we behave. Before we criticize others, we should first see what we do ourselves.
This is not a problem generally – even now. I try really hard not to criticize others. For I feel their decisions and path are their choosing, not mine. Even if I am feeling as I am now, and I feel a remark near the front of my mouth, I bite my tongue and say not what my mind says. For it is not my place, I have had to many people criticize me be it their place or not.
5. Right Livelihood. This means choosing a job that does not hurt others. The Buddha said, “Do not earn your living by harming others. Do not seek happiness by making others unhappy.”
*chuckle* – will this by any means is not a problem. I am not working and that which I have chosen for a job seems to be the butt of everyone’s joke.
6. Right Effort. A worthwhile life means doing our best at all times and having good will toward others. This also means not wasting effort on things that harm ourselves and others.
I have tried to live this step for awhile now – giving and giving and giving and this is what lead me back to step one feeling the way I do. I am drained! I like to give and see the joy of those who truly appreciate it. Yet, even they do not truly know how to give back in kind so that my energy is not depleted. My family suffers finical, physically because everyone EXPECTS good old T to do it for free! To be the good ol boy! Even those who do not know me all that well. Those who say they are my friends and get all up in airs when “others” do the exact same thing. Then they will turn around and ask for “favors”, for “help” all out of the name of “friendship”. Yet if I did such a thing I would be expected to pay for the service or they wouldn’t have the time. So, perhaps I haven’t learned what “The Right Effort” is yet?
7. Right Mindfulness. This means being aware of our thoughts, words, and deeds.
I suppose I am learning this all over again. I thought I knew what this was and practiced it. But looking over the upper numbers in these lessons – perhaps I do not.
8. Right Concentration. Focus on one thought or object at a time. By doing this, we can be quiet and attain true peace of mind.
I use to be able to do this, my mind is wild these days. I feel like scratching my brain out of my head at times just to get it to quite down. I do not sleep and I barely eat. Even when I am asleep my mind is continually going. I need some quite time… This is another reason why I have not done much creation, much art.
I am working on being back in sync mentally, physically and spiritually – but until then my posts may be a bit scarce – I will post as I can.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Main (ST)udios To Host Infringement 2013 Festival Opening Reception
July 26, 2013 6 -9pm!
Buffalo, NY 14203 – July 26, 2013 – Buffalo Infringement Festival Annual art show is once again being kicked off from July 25 through August 4, and Main (ST)udios will be hosting the exhibit from July 18, for any who would like a sneak peek, through August 4th. There will be an opening reception on July 26th from 6-9 pm open free to all the public!
Buffalo Infringement Festival 2013 and Main (ST)udios opening reception will be open to the public free of charge. There will be everything from 2d art to Infringing on Fashion show which will show the different aspect of fashion art. There will also be refreshments and the local artist will be on hand to greet visitors and answer any questions.
For more information please feel to contact Main (ST)udios Gallery/Artists’ manager Erica Eichelkraut at: (716) 866-6603 or info@mainstudiosbuffalo.com You can also find more information here: http://mainstudiosbuffalo.com/ or http://infringebuffalo.org/
http://animoto.com/play/cw3O6scIYa9V1fgHHeF7Ng
I have created a video portfolio and wanted to post it here for your viewing pleasure and asking my blogging readers how they felt about an art newsletter. Would you be interested in me putting out a newsletter? Monthly or quarterly? In the newsletter I would post links to interesting sites about art world wide, art blogs, marketing information for artist and other helpful information for artist and art community. If you would be interested in such a newsletter please send me your email to trinityhawkphoto@hotmail.com or reply to this post with your email and the subject ” Art Newsletter”.
I await your response
I have started a new group on FB “Artist Helping Artist Network”, I hope this group takes off and There is a lot of communicating between artist from all over, Here in Buffalo and Western NY but also other states and even countries. Talking about how they market their artwork, how they work together with in their own communities etc. I truly believe that Artist with in a Community need to work together to help the Artist Community grow because if they don’t that Community won’t grow it will stagnate and die. There will be to much in fighting and cliques being built “East side” vs “West side”, “Contemporary” vs “Photography” vs “Realism” etc., and then again we have those who say if don’t have formal training you can’t possibly be an artist. What ever happen to apprenticeships or born in talent? With all these cliques and inner fighting the Art Community will die out, I have seen it happen and it is a very sad thing to watch. Because Art is really the center point to many economies and to many education plans.
Art can bring tourist into a town/city, it gets children and teens off streets and give them something to do on the days they don’t have school. Art has saved lives, healed those who are sick, mentally and physically. I have always said “Art is the Music to my Soul”! If I get down or feeling like I am losing control of my life, I shut myself into a room and lose myself into an art piece, my art works what ever is bothering me out onto that canvas and I come out feeling refreshed and all ready to face what ever is stressing me out. Or I can take my camera and just go off into solitary walk and just lose myself into taking pictures of what ever hits me at the moment. I meditate as I take those pictures, losing myself into the moment. Again, I return refreshed and ready to return to what ever it is I need to face.
I know others who do the same thing but with music, beading, wood working, dancing, writing, etc. What is it that can cause you to go into the “moment of focus” and then feel totally ready to face a problem?
If you are on FB and interested in joining my new group Artist Helping Artist Network please go here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/491008764300955/
Just a side note* This group is not just for artist, it is for anyone in the art community – Artist, Art Dealers, Art Gallery Directors, Owners, Curators etc, Art Collectors, Those looking to Sponsor Artist – Etc
What are your thoughts on Art Communities in your area?
A mini- series – our finger prints are our Identity, each one unique and tells us something about the person behind the finger print. This series will be in the Identity themed Group show in July
Runs 07/05-07/17/13 at Main (ST)udio – 515 Main St Buffalo, NY 14203.
WHO: Open to all artists
THEME: Identity (Interpretation left up to the artist)
MEDIA: Paintings, Photography, Collage, and all other 2d works that can be hung on a wall DEADLINE: June 22, 2013 11:59pm EST
NOTIFICATION: June 23, 2013
Upon Notification all artwork must be shipped or hand delivered by July 1st. If you require return shipping, you must include a reusable box and return postage. All accepted works must be framed or matted and ready to hang.
ENTRY FEE: $25 for 1-3 images
SUBMISSIONS: Complete these 2 simple steps to enter the Juried show “Identity”
1. Pay $25 to the following PayPal address: submissions@mainstudiosbuffalo.com
2. Email 1-3 images for the show themed “Identity” to submissions@mainstudiosbuffalo.com. Please include your PayPal transaction number in the message. Please put “IDENTITY” in the subject line
For more details go here:
http://mainstudiosbuffalo.com/gallery/
“The day everyone accepts the responsibility of being one with God, is the day we make our world more peaceful, loving and spiritual.”
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