Artist Statement: They say a picture is worth a thousand words, but my photographs strive for more. I document life--capturing emotions and provoking thought. My pictures serve as a mirror, not only reflecting the truth in existence, but also providing the viewer a glimpse back through my lens, past the viewfinder, and straight into my spirit/soul.

The Artist Responds III

Comment on Sunrise? Sunset?

The sun is setting. Anyone with half a brain should be able to figure that out from the angle of the sun. Masterpiece.. I think not. Your photos suck Ryan! - Samael82

Samael82, my art is controversial by nature. The fact that you had such a strong response to it, that you think my "photos suck," and that you felt the need to comment on my blog, is a testament to just how powerful these photos really are. Love them or hate them, they're all about generating a strong response from viewers. Also, the sun is not setting. It's rising, like a phoenix from the ashes, majestic in its beauty, twirling, spinning, gyrating with the intensity and passion of a thousand Geisha girls, but since you couldn't see that obvious fact, perhaps you are the one with half a brain. Also, how many girls have cried this week because you didn't return their text? Thought so.

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