Monte Spanier
Philosophy
Many of us take for granted all of the natural beauty
that's around us everywhere we are, everything we see,
everyday of our lives. I strive to capture something unique
about these common surroundings with a perspective that
is equally as original. This is my way of helping draw
attention to these naturally occurring sights so that
others can appreciate them as well.
For
me, photography is relaxing as well as inspiring. I am
often awestruck by a landscape, sunset, or just the innocent
beauty of a small child's bright eyes. These amazing treats
for our eyes are often overlooked in this busy society
that we now live in. Also, the creative process of photography
inspires the fine artist in me and vice-versa.
Style
Fine art, landscapes and wildlife, portraits - color and
black/white
Technique
Works with digital (Olympus) and 35 mm film (Pentax)
Processed images produced with Adobe Photoshop
Digital photographs are usually produced using a professional
color lab where the digital image is used in an emulsifying
process to create an actual photo such as you would receive
from film developing. This creates a print that is equal
in longevity and color richness to a 35mm print.
Background
Although his formal education was not in photography,
Monte has over 15 years of experience creating superb
images with both a camera and various artistic mediums.
His photos can be found in homes and offices from Washington,
D.C. to California to Arkansas. Monte has also been commissioned
for commercial photos for book covers, businesses, and
non-profit organizations.
Publications
Cover design for the book Paperless by local writer A.
T. Marshall. 2004 Manistee County Visitor's Guide
Exhibits
Muskegon Museum of Art - 76th Annual
Regional Exhibition
Artistic Visions Photo & Art Gallery - Manistee, Michigan
Prices
$65.00-$400.00 Signed and Framed Prints
available and commissions accepted
