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Elizabeth Bruders' photostream |
"All children are artists. The problem is how to remain an artist once you grow up." Pablo Picasso
Children find wonder in the simple things of life. They enjoy a freedom of expression artistically that we often lose when we grow up. Adults seem to struggle more when creating. They often focus on the finished artwork rather than relishing the expression and process of creativity. Grown-ups can sometimes forget the delight and fun they found in creating art as children.
Each artist has a different reason for creating. I want to remind people of the beauty and wonder found in our world. I strive to bring a playfulness to my work, reminiscent of the playing with art experienced during childhood. Much of my work reflects my interest in children and childhood, as I photograph children in their various moods and activites.
Photography allows me to learn from children as they observe and respond to the world around them. I try to portray their innocence and spontaneity in my work. They find joy and wonder in the small pleasures of life: picking flowers, jumping in a pile of leaves, dressing up in colorful clothes, or looking for seashells along the beach....may we all learn to delight in the simple wonders of life!
If you want to learn more about I how I process my photographs just send me some Flickr mail and ask. I have learned so much from the discussions and comments I've read on Flickr so I am happy to help others learn.
Since most of my work is with children, I have started making my photographs private and visible only to family and friends. If you would like to be added as a friend you can send me a Flickr mail. I have had problems with some of my photographs being stolen. Some of my photos may be public, but NONE of my photographs are allowed to be copied by others for their own purposes. You can enjoy my images and learn from them but you cannot use them for any reason without my permission.
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- Working with Textures {Digital Artistry} 2,352 photos, 352 members
- 10Steps.SG 4,442 photos, 731 members
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- Beth Armsheimer Textures 503 photos, 445 members
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- Nikon D300 Users 480,361 photos, 16,177 members
- OneLight Workshop Fans & Alumni 12,946 photos, 2,713 members
- Leigh Taylor Textures 984 photos, 2,116 members
- Best Textures 9,162 photos, 4,596 members
- 'Playing With Brushes' 7,098 photos, 1,830 members
- Collage Images (NOT FOR POSTING ART) 26,912 photos, 9,481 members
- Milwaukee Strobist 1,671 photos, 240 members
- One Strobe Pony 53,210 photos, 7,569 members
- Strobist.com 520,484 photos, 103,009 members
- Dani's Actions 866 photos, 480 members
- Child Fashion Photography 2,504 photos, 510 members
- Photoshop Professionals 49,661 photos, 4,857 members
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- Digital Scrapbook 9,614 photos, 1,524 members
- PhotoShop 88,238 photos, 16,023 members
- Capturing the Spirit - A journey in art and business 13,958 photos, 1,317 members
- Artist Trading Cards 45,574 photos, 3,246 members
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- ILP'ers Anonymous 12,405 photos, 959 members
- Mood + The Child (Bnw) 4,220 photos, 573 members
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Testimonials (4)
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`michelleBlack says:
"Beth is growing every day with her photography and has become such an inspiration. She is reliable and a true friend among the online madness :)"
9th October, 2008
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kpauli says:
"Beth brings a fresh perspective to every picture she posts. Her work has inspired me (and, no doubt, many others) to re-examine our own lives for defining elements of line, gesture, color and light. She can capture a moment in time, distill it to it's pure essence and make it live for the rest of us. Her photographs of children's natural interactions draw attention to moments which most of us, in our busy distracted lives, would overlook.
Beth's work illuminates childhood, in all its beauty and all it's ordinariness and elevates it to a level of art that is one of the truest celebrations of life I've seen."26th June, 2008
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Sarah J Gardner says:
"Beth is a wonderful photographer who isn't afraid to explore new ideas and creative solutions. She continues to inspire me with her pursuits and is always striving to improve and grow within her craft. Her stream is a real treat with beautiful examples of creative photography. Getting to know another like-minded photographer such as Beth, through Flickr, is what its all about....sharing new ideas across thousands of miles."
15th June, 2008
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nebraskama says:
"Beth is amazingly creative and every time I see one of her portraits, whether it be with textures or doors or colors, she just blows me away!"
1st February, 2008
- Joined:
- October 2007
- I am:
- Female and Taken
- Occupation:
- Artist; Photographer, Homemaker