www.ArtbyOscar.com

 

A native Floridian, I began my pursuit of photography while a student at Florida State University, where I was a fine arts major, studying advertising design. At FSU, I provided photojournalism services to the campus newspaper and yearbook.

Later, as a combat photographer for the US Navy, I had a variety of military assignments in the United States and Europe during the Viet Nam era. I located in Orlando following my discharge and explored the emerging multi-media, audio visual production business. I ultimately opened my own studio, garnering Addy Awards in photography and multi-image along the way. The multi-image industry, based exclusively on 35mm film, saw its popularity climax in the late 70’s to mid-80’s, then vanish with the advent of digital presentation software, such as Powerpoint.

Today, I shoot large format film for personal assignments. One such current assignment is to publish a collection of photos showcasing Florida’s rives of the Big Bend area. Most all rivers of this region start in underground sinks or springs and meander south to the Gulf through picturesque countryside. The most well-known of course, is the Suwannee, however, The St. Marks, The Apalachicola, and the Withalachoochee all play a role in Florida’s rich history.

Photography in large format is not easy and is becoming less and less popular as access to large format equipment and materials becomes more difficult in the shadow of the digital world. The equipment is heavy and bulky and demands deliberate planning in order to capture a perfect image. Digital photography has quickly become the industry standard, both in recreational and commercial applications. The strength of black-and-white, large format photography, however, lies in the fact that it will always be a medium of expression by artists and craftspersons to stimulate thinking, appreciation and reaction to a fine art, photo experience.

I am a graphic designer and illustrator and dedicated fine artist. I currently show my watercolors and photography in juried competitions statewide.

Contact information:

John Gilbert
Winter Park, FL
gilbert2330@earthlink.net
407-462-8673

Lynn Bautista & Jessica Velez started making jewelry since 1996, after noticing a huge untapped void in the market for designer costume jewelry, designers launched their first collection in fall 2009. They knew the collection would fill the overwhelming need that women all over the world appreciate and adore. LaPrend has a piece to compliment every Fashionable Women, from class to modern, couture to vintage. LaPrend defines the chic, daring, trend-setting woman, and is the perfect blend of timeless, artful, and hand-crafted designs combined with a refreshingly modern edge.

 

This local Miami Springs couple turns fine woodworking into a chique art. Blending natural woods into refined pieces of artwork sophisticated enough for the hottest hotels on South Beach or the coolest homes in Miami Springs. Make sure to stop by Lombardi's Woodworking for some amazing conversation pieces.
www.LombardisWoodworking.com

 

Teacher by trade. Born and raised in Hialeah. I started designing my piggy banks, frames and wall decor when I was in the process of decorating my baby's room.

 

www.SmashArtStudio.com

 

Local artist Martha Herrera of Sweet Bells: " I just love wind chimes and their sounds! Sweet Bell's are distinctive from all other bells due to the melodic and echoing tones. Remember that tradition says that the bells scare away bad spirits so hang them near your home!"