Commercial photography can take you to many exciting aspects of life in America. Aerial photography is one aspect of my commercial business that continues to grow, but it does not come with just going out and buying a drone. A commercial photographer needs to consider a drone as it does all their other cameras. Too many beginners believe they can purchase a drone, and it will spew out all of these fantastic images, but that is not true. Flying a drone was the easy part since I had flown helicopters for over twenty years in the military. Learning how to take advantage of the aerial camera capabilities to accent the composition, use of lighting, and creativity makes it a benefit to a commercial and editorial photographer’s success. This is one of my most recent recognitions of my aerial work. The Paul Meissner Roofing Company has been hiring me for about a year to take still and moving images of the house and specialty real estate roofs they install. He shares them with his clients and uses them to promote his business. They are one of the top wood roof installers in the Midwest, and Professional Roofing Magazine saw some of my images of this historic property that Paul’s team restored. If you look closely, you will see several power lines, tree branches, and dark areas of shade, making this only one of the many precarious shoots I have undertaken for Meissner Roofing. Finally, getting recognition for your work is a pleasant experience, but it helps promote your skills as a photographer and that your business has the expertise. For those who have ideas on using aerial photography or videography, I recommend getting the education and skills in an ever-expanding business area. Check out the magazine at professionalroofing.net. Thanks, Bob
It is always exciting to be recognized and featured in an exhibition, winning an art contest, or getting publicity for your photographs. The Colorado Photography Art Center (CPAC), located in Denver and founded in 1963, has just featured me on its website at https://cpacphoto.org/featured-cpac-member-bob-felderman/. In 2020, I was selected by CPAC as an emerging artist after a juror artist competition. This often brings new customers, but it always helps out the resume. Check out the CPAC website and consider joining as a member. They are a 501C3 that relies on donations, and they are gearing up for a 2023 move to an exciting new location. Every other year, they host the “Month of Photography Denver Festival” with March 2023 scheduled for the next event. I hope you will consider becoming a member or making a donation towards excellent photography hosted in exhibitions, education, and community outreach https://cpacphoto.org/donate/. Thanks, Bob
The Galena Center for the Arts is growing in size with the purchase of a former bank building in 2021 to host its exhibitions and competitions. The building will require interior gutting and remodeling, which was delayed due to Covid-19, over two years. During the pandemic shutdown, they held several online and print exhibitions. The April 2022 print is “Invitation to Wonder” which focused on subjects all around us in this world. Thirty-three artists from the Tri-State area shared their talents and wonder, with many of the paintings, photographs, drawings, and sculptures for sale. You may reach out to the Galena Center for the Arts at GalleryMAnager@GalenaCenterForTheArts.com. On pages 28 and 29, the April 2022 edition exhibits me - Bob Felderman with a photograph of the Dubuque Railroad Swinging Bridge on a foggy morning, an aerial photo of the Veterans Memorial Plaza at Sunset, and a street photograph of a moon over the Dubuque County Courthouse taken through a historic brick alley. The photographs will be printed on canvas and are for sale at $750 each.
