NATHANIEL LOWNDES PHOTOGRAPHY

Photography is a unique art - one that often garners criticism for being a 'lesser' art. Photographers merely capture what's already there - simply seeing something, snapping a frame, and calling it art. In many ways, objections are well-founded. I began pursuing photography without really knowing I was doing it at first... merely 'capturing' moments and places as I went about my life. It was others' responses to my photographs that kindled my desire to improve and refine the end result - and my understanding of the distinction between mere picture-taking and artful photography began to develop. I had been capturing life for quite some time, often with very positive responses. I spent time with professional photographers and fellow amateurs, a lot of time reading, and even more time experimenting on my own. Over time, my work has evolved - often lacking in some of the refinements of truly professional work, but always growing and improving with each new shoot... Though a large portion..