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Tell a Story with a Character Portrait
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A character portrait tells a story about a person in a way no other style of portrait can. It takes some thought, planning, and experience to create an image that is timeless.
I photographed my dad with film in 1993 with his first horse at the Fort Dodge Fort Museum. Everything is to period except he is wearing glasses! The Carlson-Richey log home built in 1855 was moved to the museum from the bank of the Des Moines river near Stratford, Iowa.
When digital photography came along, I scanned the medium format negative, added digital painting techniques, and printed a nice 30×40 canvas for my home. The theme is perfect for my southwest decor and the perfect story about my dad!
Barb Presented Portraits & Stories
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I was a presenter Tuesday, August 24, 2010 for the “Especially for You” After Breast Cancer Support Group’s monthly meeting at the Women’s Center at Mercy Hospital. I was asked to share about the inspirational cancer survivor photo essay project I do called Portraits & Stories.
www.PortraitsAndStories.com was created to inspire, encourage, and support cancer survivors, their families, and their friends through portraits that I create to tell a story about a survivor. The participants also are encouraged to write blog posts to share their experiences with others.
It went rather well for a shy person who does not relish the lime light and public speaking. I didn’t faint or anything! KCRG (a local television station) was also there working on a segment to air in September.
Click here to get more information about this support group at Mercy Hospital.