In honor of the new blog format, I thought it would be fun to dive into the archives and dig up one of my favorite subjects, urban landscapes in low light. I always get asked why I like to shoot my urban landscapes at night. Well, I have a couple of reasons!
- There is a local commercial photographer that does outstanding work. I came across a photo of his of downtown Grand Rapids at night and wanted to buy a print. I called, emailed, called, emailed and could never get this particular photographer to return any of my messages. This went on for months before I finally decided I would learn how to do it myself. Knowing absolutely nothing about photography, I jumped in feet first into one of the most difficult styles, low light photography. In retrospect, I owe that photographer a huge thank you because I probably would not where I am today if he had just sold me that print!
- I used to be afraid of looking foolish (because I really had little idea of what I was doing) so I would shoot in out of the way places or at night, when there was less chance of being seen by people. Fast forward to today where I don’t think twice about looking foolish to get the shot. Times have changed.
So, without further ado, I present a series of urban landscapes featuring the Grand Rapids skyline.
My most popular photo of downtown Grand Rapids. Currently featured on CBS Digital Billboards.
Taken from the future site of UICA. Love that billboard!
Commissioned Print :: Location of a wedding proposal! Given as a gift from the groom to the bride on the day of their wedding.
Commissioned Print :: The blue pedestrian bridge was the location of a special marriage proposal. The groom presented a large canvas print to his bride on their wedding day.
The beautiful Van Andel Museum
Countdown to the JW Marriott Official Opening – 3 Days in this image
by Darrin Wassom
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