Matthew Moore: Distortion

Lamp Post By The Lake 2012 © Matthew Moore

Distortion is the act or state of being malformed or garbled or the impression of being something or someone else.

With the notion of impressionism in mind I decided to go out and photograph a common subject using my DSLR—a tool that is typically used to illustrate the true likeness of it's subject. However, instead of using a standard lens I borrowed a Lensbaby Muse.

A Lensbaby is a special kind of lens designed for SLR cameras that uses a simple lens and built-in bellows to create some special-effects such as selective focus often found in view-cameras.

With practice and the correct aperture ring set in place I was able to capture an impressionistic perspective of a lamp post along the charming lake in City Park, Denver.

Next time you're in a funk or need some creative inspiration I highly recommend giving the Lensbaby a try.

Need more inspiration?

• Here's a Google image search result using the term "Lensbaby Muse."
• Purchase your own Lensbaby from Adorama and start creating your own.

Beauty: Andrea Frase

Beauty can be a hard thing to notice if you're not looking for it. There is beauty all around you, but maybe this summer you want to have that beauty right in your own back yard. Here are a few great places to go for roses, lilacs, and maybe even some pansies to give a little more color. I hope everyone takes the time out of their day to stop and smell the roses, just be careful not to smell the bees.

Old School: Christine Saler

On a hot summer day when you need a nice cool down, blueberries serve as a delicious and healthy treat. They're great for picnics and even better in pies! But why stop there? You can make blueberry smoothies, blueberry cakes, blueberry muffins and much more! Visit Blueberry-Recipes for more tasty treats.


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Old School: Danielle Saler

Getting back to your roots doesn't just mean listening to old school jams or examining a toy you found in your mother's basement. It means to indulge in your personal nostalgia. Start off with a freshly squeezed glass of good old fashion orange juice. Get back to your roots. Don't know how? Visit this recipe to make your own.

Looking for a great book to read? Five Quarters of an Orange written by Joanne Harris reminds me of this image and is one of my personal favorites.

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Fusion: Mary Welander

Right before the end of summer, Denver gets hit with one of it's biggest heat waves of the season.  Sitting in my apartment in Littleton, with no air conditioning, I thought to myself, "What can I do to cool my self down, even a little?"  Lo and behold, in my freezer I found a frozen fruit miracle!  Frozen strawberry puree with a mango fusion has never been more refreshing and delicious!

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Weather: Mary Welander

I'd like to welcome back this beautiful, sunny weather!  

Colorado has been quite gloomy the past week. 

Such a warm welcome deserves a refreshing treat!

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Candy: Geoff Ridenour

This week’s concept shot comes out of the studio. In doing some research on contemporary advertising campaigns I came across 5 Gum by Wrigley. I wanted to make a photograph that would fit in with their current work. The advertisements contain a few common aesthetics; a clean, vibrant combination of photography and digital illustration. While I wasn't initially confident with the assigned topic of candy, I think it forced me to research an unfamiliar subject and push my creative boundaries.

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Weather: Geoff Ridenour

Tornado Forming Over Aurora, Co

As storms continue to advance on Denver; a large, dense cloud formation forms west of Buckley Air Force Base. The storm cell never fully formed, dissipating quickly and leaving Aurora residents untouched.

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Colorado Based Commercial, Documentary Travel and Fine Art Photographer

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