For me, photography is a passion, my conduit for self-expression. My camera is my canvas, my notebook.
Having long suffered from wanderlust and curiosity about other cultures, other countries, photography is my excuse to wander. I travel to find and make photographs and, conversely, making photographs is my rationalization to travel. My passions are satisfied. Not surprisingly then, most of my images are of people of diverse cultures being themselves, in their own environment. In addition, making images of the wonderful landscapes that surround us, especially in the American west as well as my home state of Florida are of profound interest.
Learning to see, not just look, is critical to making any type of visual art, and especially photography. When making a photograph I endeavor to visualize the final image as a print. My years as a professional sculptor, in a previous life, was vital to learning to see, to visualize. I would create the entire sculpture in my mind’s eye before putting chisel to wood. As I explore Still Life photography I rely on my gift of visualization as much as ever.
I am pleased that my work has been recognized in several national and international competitions. Recent exhibitions include:
- Photoville FENCE 2020, Sarasota, FL
- NYC for Photographic Art, “Luminosity…the Impact of Light 2020, NY, NY
- The Praxis Gallery, Still Life Exhibit, Minneapolis, MN
- A Smith Gallery, “Light” Exhibit, Johnson City, TX
- PhotoPlace Gallery, “Finding the Light” Exhibit, Middlebury, Vermont
- PH21 Photography Gallery, “Photographic Visions – Winter 2021,” Budapest, Hungary
Additionally, my photography has been featured in numerous magazine and newspaper articles. Additionally, my work has been published in seven books, including “The Streets of Paris”, featuring 148 of my Paris street scenes.
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Mark
12 Jul 2012Hey thanks for the follow, Hope you enjoy my blog, you have a great blog here.
fotograffer
12 Jul 2012You are welcome, and thanks for following me. When you get the chance check out my primary site and blog at ronmayhewphotography.com
Bams Triwoko
19 Jul 2012Hi Ron, thanks for visiting and following my blog.. 🙂
Your blog so beatiful..
wsj2day
20 Jul 2012hey, thanks for stopping by, hope you find it amusing enough to return!
fotograffer
21 Jul 2012The pleasure was all mine. I’ll be back. And thank you for stopping by.
throughenglisheyesmark
25 Jul 2012Hi Ron,
I’m really glad you found my blog http://reflectionsofchina.wordpresscom and you took the time to like my work, so thanks for that, it is appreciated 🙂 If you have time, please take a look at my other photo blog http://moreimagesfromme.wordpress.com this site is for images i take in other countries around the world as I travel. I do hope you like that site too :)…You have a really nice blog here, so I too will follow and take my time to enjoy your world.
Thanks again and Regards Mark.
fotograffer
27 Jul 2012Hi Mark, Sorry this took so long to approve. You got trapped in my spam folder. Thanks for the follow. I am follow you as well and look forward to hearing about your India trip.
Penny
8 Aug 2012Hi Ron, I really enjoyed your images for the theme “growth” I was thinking of using some images of children as well and you have inspired to me to go forward with that idea. I also love street shooting and photographing people, though, oddly enough I’ve only recently owned up to that. :))
Nice website.
Best
Penny
Dina
19 Aug 2012Hi Ron, I stumbled over your blog and I instantly like what I saw. Looking forward to follow you!
All the best, keep up the good work
Greetings from the far North
Dina
fotograffer
19 Aug 2012Thank you for your encouraging words and for following. Looking forward to spending some time with your blog.
ioanna aggelidaki
20 Aug 2012Hi Ron, nice to read you! 🙂 Love your photography!
buntscheck
21 Aug 2012Because I like your work I have you nominated for The Very Inspiring Blogger Award. More information about, you can find here: http://buntscheck.wordpress.com/2012/08/21/very-inspiring-blogger-award-nomination/
Have a good time! Susanne
travelerlynne
27 Aug 2012Hi Ron.I have nominated you for the One Lovely Blog Award. You can see your nomination here: http://onthegowithlynne.wordpress.com/2012/08/27/one-lovely-blog-award/
fcg
4 Sep 2012Amazing! Thank you for your visit to my blog, which allowed me to find yours. You have a wonderful thing going on here. I can’t wait to see more and learn from your insights on the artistic composition of photographs. 🙂
fotograffer
5 Sep 2012Thank you so much for your kind words and encouragement. I am looking forward to spending more time exploring your blog.
Neha Mendiratta Khullar
24 Sep 2012The pictures are so beautiful. They tell a story. I’m so pleased I stumbled upon your space.
We are celebrating & capturing Ganesha Chaturthi here in Mumbai. In case you plan to drop in, would be glad to show you around. https://thetintedframe.wordpress.com/
fotograffer
25 Sep 2012Thank you for your kind comment, Congratulations on your blog. I have been enjoying your posts on Ganesha Chaturthi. We are looking forward to returning to India in 2013.
hemadamani
26 Sep 2012Thank you so much for visiting and the likes. I am really enjoying your photography. the ones about Durga Puja brought back my childhood memories. 🙂
fotograffer
2 Oct 2012Thank you for your lovely comment. I am glad I could stir some memories.
Jane
26 Sep 2012I have nominated you for the Inspiring Blogger Award and hope you will accept. You can check it at at: https://janesindiajournals.wordpress.com/2012/09/26/pthe-very-inspiring-blogger-award/
thanks again for helping me find my way here to you and look forward to lots more pleasure from your lovely blog.
with love light and JOY
fotograffer
2 Oct 2012Thank you Jane. I am truly honored.
Hero
30 Sep 2012Here thanks for liking some of my post! Great blog by the way. Cheers!
fotograffer
2 Oct 2012Thanks Hero. I have enjoyed visiting you.
canoe & communications
2 Oct 2012You are invited to play a game of tag. A fun game of blog tag. http://canoecommunications.wordpress.com/2012/10/02/a-game-of-tag/
pommepal
7 Oct 2012I am looking forward to seeing more of your beautiful photography, after seeing those singing fish in this weeks travel theme
travelgardeneat
29 Oct 2012Ron, in appreciation for the continued enjoyment I receive from your blog, I have nominated you for the “Beautiful Blogger” award. Details are here, http://travelgardeneat.com/2012/10/29/so-many-beautiful-lovely-blogs/, if you would like to pass on the award, but please feel no obligation to do so. Just continue your beautiful posts! ~ Kat
Inge
31 Oct 2012Ron, I am thanking you very much for exploring my blog. It really is an honour to me. 🙂
fotograffer
1 Nov 2012You are more than welcome. Your work is lovely.
Cancer in My Thirties
3 Jan 2013Hi Ron,
I’ve nominated you for a Liebster Award. Don’t feel pressure to accept, but if you would like to, you will find the rules here: http://cancerinmythirties.wordpress.com/2013/01/03/a-long-overdue-thank-you/
Whether you decide to accept or not, I just wanted to let you know that I think your blog is great!
Thanks…
tripodtrippin
25 Jan 2013Hi Ron,
Thanks so much for the ‘like’ and ‘follow’ on my blog. Your photography is fantastic and I’m eagerly going to follow you too.
Every blessing,
Anne.
Jeanette
30 Jan 2013Thanks so much for your gorgeous photographs! We just nominated you for the “One Lovely Blog Award”. https://globalgrazers.wordpress.com/2013/01/30/one-lovely-blog-award/
fotograffer
2 Feb 2013Thank you so much Jeanette. I feel honored. When I return from India I will have to decide how to manage yours and several others. Again, thank you.
Jeanette
2 Feb 2013Pleasure:-). Bon voyage!!!!
Mark Kertesz
12 Jun 2013You have some wonderful work on your blog, it’s been a pleasure to look through. All the best.
fotograffer
13 Jun 2013Thank you Mark. A real compliment. I’ve been enjoying your blog as well.
boliviainmyeyes
2 Jul 2013Beautiful pictures- it’s great to be able to visit places with you:)
dalo2013
3 Jul 2013Wonderful site, and your photos certainly show you have the artists eye when it comes to composition. Will look forward to learning more as I return to your blog. Cheers!
fotograffer
3 Jul 2013Thanks for your kind comment. I look forward to your visits in the future. Again, thanks.
janaline's world journey
4 Nov 2013You have a lovely blog filled with wonderful photos Ron. I am but an amateur photographer and still have so much to learn about composition and angles.
fotograffer
12 Nov 2013I am happy you are enjoying it Janaline and thanks for stopping by.
Albatz Gallery & Blog
12 Nov 2013I always look forward to a new post from your blog…I think you do an amazing job with inspiring photos and content so I’ve nominated you for The Versatile Blogger Award…cheers! http://albatz.wordpress.com/2013/11/06/versatile-blogger-award/
theadventuresofadr
19 Nov 2013Ron,
Great images here! Your picture of the Malecon caught my eye on wordpress today! I visited Cuba in 2012 during the Biennal and was blown away by the culture, the people, the places, and the magic that is engrained in the country. My post highlighting our arrival was featured on Freshly Pressed and you might enjoy it as well. I always loved getting to relive the experience every time I see images from this wonderful place.
http://theadventuresofadr.wordpress.com/2012/07/05/cuba-how-la-habana-stole-my-heart/
Cheers!
-Dr.
fotograffer
20 Nov 2013I had seen your post. Very nice. In fact Lynne and I both “follow” you. Thanks for your kind comment and your visit.
vibvagabond
5 Dec 2013We sound much alike! Travel + photography = all I ever think about. Glad I discovered your blog! Check mine out for some pictures from India, too.
MaldivesDreamer
31 Jan 2014What a beautiful blog you have, Ron! Glad I bumped into it 🙂 All the best, Irene
fotograffer
8 Feb 2014Thank you so much Irene. I am glad you bumped into me too. Your blog is beautiful.
MaldivesDreamer
8 Feb 2014Thanks 🙂
brenda
24 Feb 2014to walk about your blog gallery is a priceless gift to oneself…thank you for sharing your journey through images and thought…please continue
fotograffer
24 Feb 2014Thank you so much for your kind words. I hope to continue for a long, long time. 🙂
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MaldivesDreamer
10 Mar 2014Hi there! Because your blog inspires me and I always enjoy your posts, I have nominated you for the Lighthouse Award. I hope you would like to accept 🙂 Please read more about the award here: http://maldivesdreamer.com/2014/03/10/the-lighthouse-award/
All the best to you and keep up the good work! See you soon.
Irene 🙂
fotograffer
13 Mar 2014Thank you so much for your kindness. I am humbled. However, I am not able to accept any awards at this time due to time constraints and busy travel schedule.
MaldivesDreamer
13 Mar 2014You’re very welcome 🙂 I completely understand your reasoning. Happy traveling!
loisajay
2 Jun 2014Thanks so much for the like of my split-second story. Very much appreciated. Your photos of Cuba are beyond gorgeous!! I love Yank Tanks, and the setting, the colors, everything…just beautiful.
fotograffer
5 Jun 2014You are welcome. Thank you for your comment and for visiting.
Tati
23 Jun 2014Ron, I would like to congratulate you for your photos, all of them are amazing.
I hope someday to capture reality as you do.
Greetings from Buenos Aires
fotograffer
26 Jun 2014Thank you so much for your kind comment Tati. How are things in Buenos Aires? We have been thinking of visiting there for Carnival next year.
Tati
26 Jun 2014Buenos Aires is always nice, tell me if you need anything.
You have have many places to take pictures here.
hdirenzi@gmail.com
this is my personal e-mail, feel free to contact me.
Lynne Ayers
20 Jul 2014I’m in love with your photography, ron.
fotograffer
20 Jul 2014Thanks Lynne. That is a very kind compliment.
Karen
14 Aug 2014You have a beautiful website here, I look forward to many more visits.
fotograffer
15 Aug 2014Thank you so very much Karen. I put a lot of effort into it and truly appreciates it. Thanks for visiting.
fotograffer
19 Aug 2014I am happy you enjoyed my work and thanks too, for letting me know.
The Broken Spine
15 Aug 2014I came across your blog and was completely taken aback with how beautiful your photographs are. I spent the last 20 minutes or so taking some of them in. Thank you for sharing.
fotograffer
19 Aug 2014I am so happy you enjoyed your visit. Thank you for letting me know.
ady
28 Aug 2014Loved your latest collection.Thanks a lot for sharing such beautiful pictures ,you have given the glimpses of a beautiful and mystical India…:)
fotograffer
29 Aug 2014You are welcome. And thanks for visiting. I he you will return often.
Kamila Pala
11 Oct 2014Hi, nice to meet you! Nice blog and I look forward to seeing more… 🙂 Bye. Kamila
fotograffer
13 Oct 2014Thank you.
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fotograffer
15 Dec 2014Thank you.
Thom Hickey
20 Feb 2015Very pleased to have found your eye arresting blog. More visits for sure. Regards from Thom at the immortal jukebox (plugged in now).
fotograffer
4 Mar 2015Thanks Thom. I am looking forward to checking you out as well.
Sweet Sandy
5 Feb 2017Ron or should I say “babo” The video made tears come to my eyes .! It was beautiful! Especially the last two pictures.! They will always be in my heart!
Sweet Sandy xo
fotograffer
20 Feb 2017So good to hear from you Sandy. Thank you.
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Outosego
14 Jan 2021You’re a wonderful photographer, Ron. I’m a fan of yours.
Thank you for sharing your art with the rest of us. Take care. And Happy New Year.