Paul Forgham

 I discovered Paul Forgham by searching through Google. However, I am very interested in his work, especially his seascapes and the way in which his photographs are finished.

As he is a UK based photographer, I think there will be more opportunity to see some of his work displayed somewhere and will be looking over the coming weeks to see where that may be. Having been on his website I have also emailed him to establish where he may be exhibiting and to gain more information about him and his work.

The image below is a classic example of his technique. The line of the rocks draws you into the distance and pulls you into the  picture, as do the clouds. The rocks themselves stand out, looking hard and sharp against the soft, milkiness, of the water.

I assume, but have no data to support, that this has been taken on a wide angle lens with a slow shutter  speed to flatten the water. To exaggerate the centre of the picture, it also appears that a vignette may have been applied, darkening the edges.

I really like this picture. It is  clear and to the point. It draws you in and has depth. The sky gives it warmth and the lightness of the rock detail contrasts nicely with the dark blue of the skies.