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Robin Ovans

My interest in photography began at an early age with a fascination that a moment in time could be captured and printed on paper. I have been capturing and printing images for over 30 years, all the while continuing an exploration of the photographic medium through the use of pinhole cameras, negative and slide film, Polaroid emulsion modification, darkroom techniques and alternative photographic development processes.

My personal focus is nature photography. I am inspired by the rugged coastline of Vancouver Island, and search out images by foot and by kayak. I prefer to shoot scenes when the light is changing rapidly; when each click of the shutter captures a dramatically different image.

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During the time I have been taking photographs, I developed a fascination with the surreal world of infrared photography. The peculiarity of infrared photography lies in the ability of the film or sensor to record what the eye cannot see. I want my infrared photographs to evoke a sense of wonder and mystery; to allow you to look at a hidden world just beyond the visible light band. My goal when shooting a picture, whether black and white, colour, or infrared, is to create an image that is both interesting and compelling; one which will command your attention and provoke you to thought.
History

Honours diploma in Visual Arts - Malaspina University/College
Computer graphics instructor - Malaspina University/College
Book illustrator

Group show Nanaimo, B.C. 1988
Group show Nanaimo B.C. 1989
Group Travelling show throughout B.C. 1989
2-man show Nanaimo, B.C. 1992
2-man show Nanaimo, B.C. 1994

Currently exhibit at:
Waterfront Gallery in Ladysmith
Serendipity Gift Gallery in Victoria
Imagine That! Artisans' Designs
Oakleaf Gallery in Chemainus
SASS-e Spring Art Show in Duncan April 26 - April 29
Photo Salon at Malaspina College June 15 - July 14
Filberg Festival Aug 2-5

Photographs hang in corporate and private collections in Canada, USA, and New Zealand.
Contact info:

Robin Ovans - Fine Art Photographer

Studio visits may be arranged by appointment.

phone: 250-245-8746

email: [email protected]
Web: www.tenthwavecreative.com
LWAG Gallery WEB:
www.ladysmithwaterfrontgallery.com/robinovans
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