Artist Profile

Primary Style: Abstract, Expressionism, Fine Art, Modern, Nature, Traditional, Other, Portraits, Realism

Credentials: Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree

Career Level: 2nd-Career, Full Time Artist

Experience: Mid Career Artist

Juried Artist: No

Represented by Galleries: No

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Troy Ziel

Member Since October 4th, 2009

About the Work, Process & Fine Art Prints ABOUT THE WORK

My body of work for the most part, is finding that special calm and simplicity among chaos. Before making a capture, I become still and connected with absolute presence with the famous quote by photographer Minor White in mind, "Be still with yourself, until the object of your attention affirms your presence."

In a sense, the capture is made when I feel permission is given back from nature itself which is a very powerful way of being. Hopefully the energy and connection within each image can be experienced by you as well.


100% FILM NOT DIGITAL

All black and white images were captured on film and NOT digitally altered. Films I like to use are Fuji Across, Fuji Neopan, Konika Infrared, Kodak Infrared. Most images were taken on a medium format Bronica SQ-Ai 6cmx6cm system. Some were taken with a Holga 6cmx6cm camera and will be indicated in the description.

ABOUT THE FINE ART PRINTS

The film is processed by the artist in the darkroom by hand. Prints are 100% Archival.

PURCHASE INFO

Images are available for purchase as signed limited edition fine art prints, in the following sizes and specifications:

16x16" - $650

- Signed, dated and numbered front and back
- Certificate of edition authenticity
- Prints are sold and shipped unframed.
(Framing is available upon request depending on your location.)

For other sizes or questions, please email me at troy@troyziel.com

Featured Art Work

Stairway To... Stairway To... is an amazing dramatic image that is both calming and spiritual. The rainy stairway was taken at a time when the sun peeked out for only 30 seconds making this image extremely special. This image was the winner of the 2008 City of Emeryville Art Exhibit and was considered to be a part of the permanent collection of city hall.

Taken with black and white film and a medium format camera.


For other sizes or questions, please email me at troy@troyziel.com

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