Regarding his own work:

I had an opportunity to hear Ernst Hass, a world renowned photographer, speak about his work. "The painter begins with a blank canvas and adds his image to the surface," said Hass.  "A photographer on the other hand, begins with a full canvas and has to confine what he wants the viewer to take notice of."  I also feel this selective process enables the photographer to control the viewpoint by holding back information; enhancing the mystery of the image.  It captivates the observer while at the same time transporting them elsewhere.

My artistic work manipulates the intricacies of light to create an image and tell a story.  My personal vision is to record history.  I enjoy taking architectural portraits of historic and weathered structures.  Our cityscapes contain an amazing collection of relics, history, and pride.  Too often we regret the loss of a structure.  They can not be replaced.  Greed and selfishness has ravaged much of our country's architectural history.  My work hopes to preserve as much as possible. - J.D.

Merryweather Photography specializes in a variety of subject matter.  Click on the links below to see examples of our work in:

• Architectural photography
• Building interior photography
• Unique and corporate portraits
• Industrial photography
• Product photography
• Special Projects

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