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Fine Art Photography Awards 2018
May 1st, 2018
PRESS RELEASE 5/1/2018 This year’s FINE ART PHOTOGRAPHY AWARDS is pleased to nominate Rich Smukler of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida as a nominee is the category of Architecture for his image entitled “REBORNâ€. According to Smukler, this pi...
Fine Art Photography Awards 2018 Apr 27
April 27th, 2018
PRESS RELEASE 4/27/2018 This year’s FINE ART PHOTOGRAPHY AWARDS is pleased to nominate Rich Smukler of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida as a nominee is the category of Abstract for his image entitled “WIREDâ€. According to Smukler, this piece ...
International Photography Awards
April 17th, 2018
PRESS RELEASE IPA One Shot Themed Photo Competition: Winners Announced! The International Photography Awards (IPA) has just concluded our special single-image photography competition centered on the theme Harmony, and we wan...
March 14th, 2018
Everybody needs beauty as well as bread, places to play in and pray in, where nature may heal and give strength to body and soul alike. John Muir- The Yosemite (1912). Rich Smukler specializes in Landscape and Fine-Art Photography from his studio ...
International Photography of the Year honorable mention in Nature-Landscape
February 18th, 2018
“This grand show is eternal. It is always sunrise somewhere; the dew is never dried all at once; a shower is forever falling; vapor is ever rising. Eternal sunrise, eternal dawn and gloaming, on sea and continents and islands, each in its turn, as ...
When we contemplate the whole globe as one great dewdrop
February 14th, 2018
When we contemplate the whole globe as one great dewdrop, striped and dotted with continents and islands, flying through space with other stars all singing and shining together as one, the whole universe appears as an infinite storm of beauty. – T...
As long as I live I will hear waterfalls and birds and winds sing
February 9th, 2018
“As long as I live, I’ll hear waterfalls and birds and winds sing. I’ll interpret the rocks, learn the language of flood, storm, and the avalanche. I’ll acquaint myself with the glaciers and wild gardens, and get as near the heart of the worl...
February 7th, 2018
The stunning quiet of the early morning on the water never loses its lure. Rich Smukler specializes in Landscape and Fine-Art Photography from his studio in South Florida. His works have been featured in numerous museums, galleries and private col...
Coffee Mountain debuts at 2017 IPA
January 25th, 2018
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE International Photography Awards Announces Winners of the 2017 Competition! This year, The International Photography Awards received 14259 of submissions from over 165 countries, and is pleased to declare that Rich Smukler...
MORNING TOUCH to Exhibit at The Von Lieblig Art Center in Naples, Florida
January 23rd, 2018
Naples Art Association’s 52nd Founders Juried Awards Exhibition Preview Reception: March 2, 2018 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. (reception and awards presentation) Date: March 2 – April 16, 2016 Location: The von Liebig Art Center The fine art ...
Opening at Stewart Fine Art in Boca
January 18th, 2018
Hope to see you there! For further information, please feel free to contact me or The Stewart Gallery directly. 5501 N. Federal Hwy., Boca Raton, Fl 33487, 561-995-2760. February 3, 2018 from 4 - 7:00PM. Rich Smukler specializes in Landscape and F...
Another Gift from Mother Nature
January 3rd, 2018
Rich Smukler specializes in Landscape and Fine-Art Photography from his studio in South Florida. His works have been featured in numerous museums, galleries and private collections internationally. You can see more of his works at http://www.richsmuk...
Stewart Fine Art Gallery exhibits Smukler Photography Dec 30
December 30th, 2017
Stewart Fine Art Gallery is now proudly representing the works of Rich Smukler Photography. Several major pieces of Smukler’s work are currently on exhibit. For any questions about gallery hours, pricing, etc., contact Sonny Stewart Stewart Fin...
December 26th, 2017
If not Elvis, then perhaps Jimmy Hoffa! Nevertheless, you never know when a great opportunity might strike, so keep that camera charged and ready to go. A totally unexpected, early morning fog provided this wonderful possibility. Rich Smukler spec...
December 7th, 2017
A closeup of the facade of the Freedom Tower provides a fascinating design challenge, a playful combination of design, light and shadow. Rich Smukler specializes in Landscape and Fine-Art Photography from his studio in South Florida. His works hav...
Rich Smukler Honored by 12th Annual Black and White Spider Awards
October 19th, 2017
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: LOS ANGELES (11/19/17) – photographer Rich Smukler of the United States was presented with the 12th Annual Black and White Spider Awards Nominee title in the category of Nature for three of his images at a prestigious Nomi...
April 10th, 2017
s I wandered the streets of Rome, the heavens opened and spewed forth this wonderful opportunity. I huddled in a doorway hoping for the rains to slow, when this image revealed itself, a colorful umbrella reflecting on the sidewalk below. Rich Smuk...
April 8th, 2017
Rich Smukler specializes in Landscape and Fine-Art Photography from his studio in South Florida. His works have been featured in numerous museums, galleries and private collections internationally. You can see more of his works at http://www.richsmuk...
International Color Awards 2017
March 10th, 2017
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 10TH ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL COLOR AWARDS HONORS PHOTOGRAPHER RICH SMUKLER FROM THE UNITED STATES Nominee in Architecture | Old Town Nominee in Architecture | Tea Time at Morikami LOS ANGELES (March 4, 2017) – Photogr...
March 1st, 2017
The Merced River, in the central part of California, is a 145-mile tributary of the San Joaquin River flowing from the Sierra Nevada. It is most well known for its swift and steep course through the southern part of Yosemite National Park and the wo...
The Winner of The Fomenar Prize is Announced
February 4th, 2017
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: ROME, ITALY: 2/12/2017 PhotoArtist Rich Smukler of the United States has been awarded the first prize for his haunting image “Longest Night” taken at the Eastern State Penitentiary in his home town, Philadelphia, Pennsyl...
January 25th, 2017
Fomenar PRIZE 2016 I am thrilled to announce that I will be one of 30 artists named as finalists. The opening reception will be held 4/1/2017 at Arte Borgo Gallery Borgo Vittorio 25 ROMA – ITALY Tel.: +39 06 44 61 945 at 18:00 h Rich Smukler ...
Oceanside Museum of Art features works of Rich Smukler
January 23rd, 2017
Two infrared images from Rich Smukler will be part of the upcoming Art Alliance at the Museum show which will take place between March 4 – August 27, 2017 at TheOceanside Museum of Art 704 Pier View Way Oceanside, CA 92054 An Artists’ recepti...
January 18th, 2017
Opening Reception: Saturday, February 4, 2017, 6-10pm February 4 thru March 11, 2017 Curators: Pat Sparkuhl, Gregg Stone, Leslie Davis “If you would seek vengeance above all else, be sure to dig two graves.” – Greek proverb The U.S. now c...
January 14th, 2017
Sierra will be presented at the upcoming San Diego Museum of Art‘s Documents and Pictures Show with exhibition dates running from February 1 thru February 28 at The Poway Center for the Performing Arts located at 15498 Espola Road, Poway, CA 92064. A...
December 30th, 2016
Davidson was one of my favorite memories of 2016 despite the schlep to get there. From the cruise ship in Skagway, to a small boat, to a bus, to a hike and finally a kayak. Pshew! But believe me, it was worth it. Rich Smukler specializes in Landsc...
December 27th, 2016
As the sun starts to peak over the mountains of Yosemite and into the meadows below, the magic show begins! The glow begins to spread and summons a new day. Rich Smukler specializes in Landscape and Fine-Art Photography from his studio in South F...
Prism Hotels and Resorts acquire two works by Rich Smukler
November 30th, 2016
Prism Hotels and Resorts has acquired two images to be installed early 2017 to be placed in Roasters Coffee Shop. Located at 455 S. Colorado Blvd., Denver, CO 80246, Roasters is part of the Holiday Inn Denver-Cherry Creek. These images were taken in ...
November 21st, 2016
The cold rain of Yosemite is a blessing to photographers. As the early sun rises and warms the dampened meadows, an eerie, ghostlike mist and fog permeate the area. Rich Smukler specializes in Landscape and Fine-Art Photography from his studio in...
November 18th, 2016
El Capitan is located in Yosemite National Park. This granite monolith stands 3000 feet tall from base to summit. It imposes itself upon you and leaves an unforgettable mind-print. Rich Smukler specializes in Landscape and Fine-Art Photography fro...
November 16th, 2016
If you haven’t updated your bucket list lately, Yosemite National Park is a must. I recently spent a week at this magnificent location and remain in awe. This Black and White image was taken from one of Yosemite’s meadows as dawn began to peak on the...
11th Annual Black and White Spider Award in Architecture
November 14th, 2016
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 11TH ANNUAL BLACK AND WHITE SPIDER AWARDS HONORS RICH SMUKLER FROM THE UNITED STATES IN THE ARCHITECTURAL CATEGORY LOS ANGELES 11/5/2016 Photographer Rich Smukler of the United States was presented with the 11th Annual ...
Rich Smukler Honored by 11th Annual Black and White Spider Awards
November 11th, 2016
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 11TH ANNUAL BLACK AND WHITE SPIDER AWARDS HONORS RICH SMUKLER FROM THE UNITED STATES IN THE STILL LIFE CATEGORY LOS ANGELES 11/5/2016 Photographer Rich Smukler of the United States was presented with the 11th Annual Bla...
October 26th, 2016
Another spectacularly serene morning on the swamps of Loxahatchee. The Arthur R. Marshall Refuge Complex is part of The National Wildlife Refuge System.The National Wildlife Refuge System, within the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, manages a national...
Florida Photo Tours and Workshops
October 25th, 2016
Join me for your personalized photography workshop in many of the exciting locations Florida has to offer. From the Everglades or the many unique wildlife and nature preserves to the urban puzzles from Miami to West Palm Beach. Your creative juices a...
October 19th, 2016
This infrared image was captured at The Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee Refuge Complex. It is composed of two national wildlife refuges in southeastern Florida. The refuge includes 145,800 acres of the northern Everglades habitat and has become my go-...
Misty Fjords National Monument
October 17th, 2016
Misty Fiords National Monument is a national monument and wilderness area administered by the U.S.Forest Service. Misty Fiords is about 40 miles (64 km) east of Ketchikan, Alaska, along the Inside Passage in extreme southeastern Alaska comprising 2,...
October 13th, 2016
This infrared image was captured at the The Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge in Boynton Beach, Florida. Rich Smukler specializes in Landscape and Fine-Art Photography from his studio in South Florida. His works have been fea...
October 11th, 2016
Neutral Density Filters in a nutshell serve as sunglasses on your lens to reduce the amount of light entering your lens and thereby allow you to shoot with extended exposure times. You may want to do this, for instance, if you would like to create a ...
Your Tripod is a Wake up and Smell the Roses Moment
September 30th, 2016
I know. The tripod is a burden, takes extra time, just something else to do. Wake up and smell the roses! If you are serious about your photography, your tripod is a major asset and critical if you want to be the best that you can be. Of course there...
Your Camera and Bright Light Conditions
September 23rd, 2016
The beauty of Infrared photography is best brought out when the sun’s infrared rays are strongest. Typically, this is midday when the sun is at its brightest. Unfortunately, if you are shooting using live view, your LED will be difficult to see due t...
September 13th, 2016
The majestic scenic overlook at Crowley Point is nothing less than breathtaking. It is located at the west entrance to Death Valley National Park and provides a wide variety of panoramic photographic landscape possibilities. Rich Smukler specializ...
September 10th, 2016
I stumbled upon this quirky image in the prairies outside Bishop, California. The tires serve as a marker to a farm hidden back in the brush. Mountains from The Inyo National Forest serve as a backdrop and curiously mirror the contours of the tires. ...
Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest
September 6th, 2016
Home of the oldest living things on earth, The Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest is located about an hour east of Bishop, California in The White Mountains (elevations between 9,000 to 11,000 feet) and accessible via The Schulman Grove Visitor Center. ...
Our Elephants are Disappearing
September 5th, 2016
A recent article in The Washington Post by Darryl Fears is titled “Forest elephants are vanishing, and they might never recover from poaching.” It points out the startling decline in birthrate as well as the negative impact of poaching. I found it b...
International Color Awards in Architectural Photography
August 25th, 2016
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 9TH ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL COLOR AWARDS HONOR Rich Smukler from Boca Raton, Florida. LOS ANGELES 8/24 – Rich Smukler of the United States was presented with the 9th Annual International Color Awards Nominee title in the cat...
International Color Awards Nominee
August 24th, 2016
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 9TH ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL COLOR AWARDS HONORS Rich Smukler from Boca Raton, Florida. LOS ANGELES 8/24 – Rich Smukler of the United States was presented with the 9th Annual International Color Awards Nominee title in the ca...
When Mother Nature Whispers in Your Ear
August 20th, 2016
Hiking up to Davidson Glacier (see my prior Post), I was fixated on its natural majesty. Then Mother Nature whispered in my ear. “Fool! Look down and see what I have made for you.” And Sure enough. The Glacial silt runoff kept Mother Nature untied an...
From Skagway to Davidson Glacier
August 15th, 2016
So here you are, enjoying your early morning coffee in Skagway, Alaska and looking for something amazing to do. Look no further. Consider the Glacier Point Wilderness Safari. I’d like to tell you that it’s right down the road and you can’t miss it. N...
The Misty Fjords of Ketchikan Alaska
August 9th, 2016
Close your eyes and in your minds eye picture Alaska. You might drift to The Misty Fjords National Monument. Whether by floatplane or cruise tour, you are sure to experience glacial valleys, waterfalls and snowcapped peaks. You are sure to fill your ...
Rich Smukler Honored By Ipoty 2015
April 26th, 2016
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – RICH SMUKLER OF THE UNITED STATES WAS AWARDED HONORABLE MENTION FOR TWO IMAGES IN THE INTERNATIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR AWARDS (IPOTY) 2015 London, UK (24 April 2016) – Photographer Rich Smukler of United States was Aw...
Rich Smukler honored by Monochrome Awards 2015
February 17th, 2016
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASERICH SMUKLER OF UNITED STATES WAS AWARDED HONORABLE MENTION IN THE MONOCHROME AWARDS 2015 COMPETITION MONOCHROME PHOTOGRAPHY AWARDS ANNOUNCES WINNERS OF MONO AWARDS 2015 COMPETITION London, UK (30 January 2016) – Photogra...
ENDLESS NIGHT to Exhibit at The Von Lieblig Art Center in Naples, Florida
February 10th, 2016
Naples Art Association’s 51st Founders Juried Awards Exhibition Preview Reception: March 11, 2016 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Date: March 12 – April 16, 2016 Location: The von Liebig Art Center The fine art exhibition will be installed on the gr...
Jordon Pond in Acadia National Park
January 20th, 2016
Located near Bar Harbor, Maine, Jordan Pond is a glacier formed tarn with a maximum water depth of 150 feet. The water is exceptionally clear with an average visibility depth of 46 feet (14 m) but this has been measured as high as 60 feet (18 m), the...
Pine Glades Lake in The Everglades
January 13th, 2016
In the United States, The Everglades is the largest tropical wilderness, the largest wilderness of any kind east of the Mississippi River and is visited on average by one million people each year.It is the third-largest national park in the lower 48 ...
Lensculture Publishes Study of Eastern State Penitentiary Jan 12
January 12th, 2016
LenCulture Magazine has recently published Rich Smukler’s Photographic Essay of Eastern State Penitentiary. Located in Philadelphia (Smukler’s hometown), ESP was once the the largest and most expensive public structure ever erected, and quickly becam...
Lensculture Publishes Study of Eastern State Penitentiary Jan 12
January 12th, 2016
LenCulture Magazine has recently published Rich Smukler’s Photographic Essay of Eastern State Penitentiary. Located in Philadelphia (Smukler’s hometown), ESP was once the the largest and most expensive public structure ever erected, and quickly becam...
January 5th, 2016
The Everglades National Park in Florida covers over 1,500,000 acres. This amazing ecosystem provides quite the photographic challenge and opportunity. Typically, the winter months are the most sane time to visit, due to the heat and thirsty mosquitos...
December 30th, 2015
Heading down to Bishop, California from The Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest, I was stopped in my tracks by Mother Nature’s handwork. Rich Smukler currently resides in Boca Raton, Florida. His works have been featured in numerous museums, galleries...
Our Most Inaccessible National Park
December 23rd, 2015
If you think you have come to the end of the southernmost tip of the United States once you have reached Key West, think again. Seventy miles west out over the emerald waters of The Gulf of Mexico you will find The Dry Tortugas National Park. Fort Je...
December 21st, 2015
Taken in Morikami Gardens, Delray, Florida Rich Smukler currently resides in Boca Raton, Florida. His works have been featured in numerous museums, galleries and private collections internationally. You can see more of his works at http://www.rich...
December 21st, 2015
Taken in Morikami Gardens, Delray, Florida Rich Smukler currently resides in Boca Raton, Florida. His works have been featured in numerous museums, galleries and private collections internationally. You can see more of his works at http://www.rich...
December 15th, 2015
Taken in The Inyo National Forest, California. Rich Smukler currently resides in Boca Raton, Florida. His works have been featured in numerous museums, galleries and private collections internationally. You can see more of his works at http://www....
Lake Tenaka in Yosemite National Park
December 8th, 2015
Taken in Yosemite National Park, California. Rich Smukler currently resides in Boca Raton, Florida. His works have been featured in numerous museums, galleries and private collections internationally. You can see more of his works at http://www.ri...
December 7th, 2015
Taken in Boynton Beach, Florida. Rich Smukler currently resides in Boca Raton, Florida. His works have been featured in numerous museums, galleries and private collections internationally. You can see more of his works at http://www.richsmuklerpho...
Rich Smukler Honored by 10th Annual Black and White Spider Awards
December 4th, 2015
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: BLACK AND WHITE SPIDER AWARDS HONORS PHOTOGRAPHER RICH SMUKLER FROM THE UNITED STATES. LOS ANGELES (OCTOBER 18, 2014) – Photographer Rich Smukler of the United States was presented with the 10th Annual Black and White Spi...
December 2nd, 2015
The Inyo National Forest covers parts of the eastern Sierra Nevada of California and The White Mountains of California and Nevada. The forest covers 1,903,381 acres and includes nine designated wilderness areas which protect over 800,000 acres. Lake ...
December 2nd, 2015
The Inyo National Forest covers parts of the eastern Sierra Nevada of California and The White Mountains of California and Nevada. The forest covers 1,903,381 acres and includes nine designated wilderness areas which protect over 800,000 acres. Lake ...
November 16th, 2015
Inyo National Forest is a United States National Forest covering parts of the eastern Sierra Nevada of California and the White Mountains of California and Nevada. The forest hosts several superlatives, including Mount Whitney, the highest point in t...
November 11th, 2015
A week in the Eastern Sierras has given me a greater resolve to preserve and promote the natural beauty our world has to offer. This magnificent moment was captured returning from Lake Sabrina in The Inyo National Park. Magnificent! Rich Smukler c...
IPA Honors Rich Smukler for the Fourth Time in 2015
October 2nd, 2015
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE This year, The International Photography Awards received 17841 of submissions from over 230 countries, and is pleased to declare that richard smukler was awarded Honorable Mention in Fine Art – Landscape for the winning entry...
October 2nd, 2015
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE This year, The International Photography Awards received 17841 of submissions from over 230 countries, and is pleased to declare that richard smukler was awarded Honorable Mention in Architecture-Buildings for the winning ent...
richard smukler was awarded Honorable Mention in Fine Art Still Life for entry longest night.
October 2nd, 2015
This year, The International Photography Awards received 17841 of submissions from over 230 countries, and is pleased to declare that richard smukler was awarded Honorable Mention in Fine Art – Still Life for the winning entry longest night.Rich Smuk...
Gathering Storm on the Swamps.
September 9th, 2015
The beauty of Florida is the ever-presence of Mother Nature. She comes at you fast! Rich Smukler currently resides in Boca Raton, Florida. His works have been featured in numerous museums, galleries and private collections internationally. You can...
25th All Florida selects Swamps Edge by Rich Smukler
September 4th, 2015
Swamp’s Edge will be exhibited at this year’s 25th Annual All Florida Juried Art Show. This stunning Black and White archival print was captured in Delray Beach Florida and was first exhibited at The Marin Museum of Contemporary Art in Novato, Califo...
The Photo Review selects Long Nights by Rich Smukler
August 12th, 2015
The Photo Review is a critical journal of national scope and international readership. Publishing since 1976, the Photo Review covers photography events throughout the country and serves as a central resource for the Mid-Atlantic region. With incisiv...
Three Weeks in Tuscany - day 20 - THE FINALE
August 10th, 2015
Our last day is spent in Florence, a magnificent city. Be prepared for the crowds, however. It has been a wonderful journey and I hope you enjoyed some of the stops along the way. A special thanks to Michael Cartwright and Shona Nunan of The Rondine ...
Three Weeks in Tuscany - day 20
August 8th, 2015
For those who have the time, the rolling landscape of the Val d'Orcia is interlaced with ancient trails that connect many of the villages and towns in the area, passing through scenic, contemplative countryside. These walking paths have been around f...
Three Weeks in Tuscany - day 19
August 7th, 2015
From the hills outside the center of Bagno Vignoni with Rocca d’Orcia in the background. Rich Smukler currently resides in Boca Raton, Florida. His works have been featured in numerous museums, galleries and private collections internationally. Yo...
Three Weeks in Tuscany - day 18
August 6th, 2015
From the hills outside the center of Bagno Vignoni with Rocca d’Orcia in the background. Rich Smukler currently resides in Boca Raton, Florida. His works have been featured in numerous museums, galleries and private collections internationally. Yo...
Three Weeks in Tuscany - day 17
August 5th, 2015
BAGNO VIGNONI is an ancient village in the heart of Tuscany situated in the Val d’Orcia National Park. I was first introduced to it years ago when studying at TPW (Toscana Photographic Workshop) as it had become a favorite evening hangout for many of...
Three Weeks in Tuscany - day 16
August 4th, 2015
Both San Quirico and Pienza are magical, ancient Tuscan towns. They are connected by an extraordinarily exciting road that strums the true sounds of Tuscany. For years I have driven the 6.25 miles of this amazing highway and never tire of it. SP1...
Three Weeks in Tuscany - day 15
August 3rd, 2015
Heading towards the south of Tuscany for our final week, it is time to enjoy some of Montalcino‘s famous Brunello di Montalcino. The vineyards surrounding Montalcino are about 120km south of Florence in the Tuscany wine region. In 1980, Brunello di ...
Three Weeks in Tuscany - day 14
August 2nd, 2015
Pietrasanta is a town and comune on the coast of Northern Tuscany in the province of Lucca. This medieval jewel has roman origins dating back to 1255. It has been over seven years since we were last here, and little has seemed to change, except for t...
Three Weeks in Tuscany - day 13
August 1st, 2015
Heading through the mountains from Castelnuovo di Garfagnana to Pietrasanta is nothing short of an amazing experience! Open your windows; turn off the radio; and breathe in the best that mother nature can dish out! As you approach the west coast you ...
Three Weeks in Tuscany - day 12
July 31st, 2015
Lucca is a vibrant city known for its pedestrian promenade that encircles the city upon its exterior walls, once of military significance and later in the 20th Century as a race track for cars!. The town dates back to the Etruscans and became a Roman...
Three Weeks in Tuscany - day 11
July 30th, 2015
Barga is a marvelous medieval fortress town that has roots going back to the 9th Century. It is the chief town of the mid-valley of the Serchio River and located about 22 miles north of the provincial capital, Lucca. Positioned on the Gothic Line in ...
Three Weeks in Tuscany - day 10
July 29th, 2015
Travel about 30 minutes north of Bagni di Lucca and you'll find Lucchio. After what seems to be an interminable and challenging drive up the winding and narrow mountain road, you will come upon this ancient, medieval village that at times rises above...
Three Weeks in Tuscany - day 9
July 28th, 2015
Fabbriche di Vallico is a comune (municipality) in the Province of Lucca in the Italian region Tuscany, located about 70 kilometres (43 mi) northwest of Florence and about 20 kilometres (12 mi) northwest of Lucca. The main village of the comune, F...
Three Weeks in Tuscany - day 8
July 27th, 2015
Back in Bagni di Lucca for the beginning of week two, we came upon this magnificent structure. I was told this was originally a church and currently used as a library, but I have not received confirmation. Any information on this incredible piece of ...
Three Weeks in Tuscany - day 7
July 24th, 2015
To finish off the first week, we travel south of Pont A Serraglio about three miles towards Lucca. The Maddalena’s Bridge, also known as The Devil’s Bridge, connects the two banks of the river Serchio at the height of Borgo a Mozzano. Its constructio...
Three Weeks in Tuscany - day 6
July 23rd, 2015
Nothing beats the late day Tuscan light that goes on forever. A glass of that local, delicious red wine and some reflecting on The Lima River in Bagni Di Lucca. Rich Smukler currently resides in Boca Raton, Florida. His works have been featured in...
Three Weeks in Tuscany - day 5
July 22nd, 2015
Once you cross Ponte A Serraglio you come face to face with a chilling reminder of the history that surrounds this area. The Gothic Line was drawn by the German army in their attempt to block The Allied Forces from advancing north in World War II. Th...
Three Weeks in Tuscany - day 4
July 21st, 2015
Bagni di Lucca is a collection of 25 villages in Northern Tuscany. This view of the Lima River is just downstream of Ponte A Serraglio. Cross this charming walking path and enter the magical grounds of Villa Fiori. Rich Smukler c...
Three Weeks in Tuscany - day 3
July 20th, 2015
Keep your eye on the prize. Bagni di Lucca has so much to offer! Rich Smukler currently resides in Boca Raton, Florida. His works have been featured in numerous museums, galleries and private collections internationally. You can see more of his wo...
Three weeks in Tuscany - day 2
July 18th, 2015
A late afternoon rain swept into Bagni di Lucca and helped produce this dreamy image. The surrounding mountainside is home to ancient villages and etruscan ruins. Rich Smukler currently resides in Boca Raton, Florida. His works have been featured ...
July 18th, 2015
DAY 1 – Located along the Lima River, BAGNI di LUCCA is a delightful historic spa center in Northern Tuscany. Situated north of Lucca, the town and its thermal springs reached their height in the 19th century when they were a favorite of Napolean’s ...
Rich Smukler’s stunning image of Zabriskie Point in Death Valley, California will be on display as part of the 6th Annual St. Augustine Annual Nature and Wildlife Exhibit. Rich Smukler currently resides in Boca Raton, Florida. His works have been ...
Bliss honored by IPA - The International Photography Awards
May 29th, 2015
IPA, The International Photography Awards conducts an annual competition for professional, non-professional, and student photographers on a global scale, creating one of the most ambitious and comprehensive competitions in the photography world today...
ENDLESS NIGHT a Finalist in Tokyo Competition
April 24th, 2015
Endless Night has been selected from 4,173 works and 2,838 artists to participate in the finals exhibition of 240 pieces of art to take place in Tokyo, Japan. Art Olympia 2015 has chosen these pieces from three venues: New York, Paris and Tokyo. The ...
Rich Smukler Exhibits at the San Diego Art Institute
April 1st, 2015
Rich Smukler will present two of his newest works at The San Diego Art Institute’s 53rd International show. This is Smukler’s second exhibition at the site having first presented there in 2009 at SDAI's 50th. This years competition was juried by Davi...
Rich Smukler Retrospective at La Rondine Gallery in Bagni di Lucca
March 24th, 2015
La Rondine Gallery is Located in the beautiful Northern Tuscan village of Ponte a Serraglio in the commune of Bagni di Lucca. Since the Renaissance, this village has attracted artists of all disciplines to take refuge and rest in its thermal valley a...
Residence Inn Hotel in NYC acquires BOW DOWN by Rich Smukler
January 5th, 2015
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 5, 2015 Marriott’s Residence Inn Hotel at 170 Broadway, New York City, in conjunction with Indiewalls, Inc., has acquired “Bow Down” by Rich Smukler as part of its permanent collection. “Bow Down” is an image...
Radisson Blu adds CROSS to permanent collection
December 23rd, 2014
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 22, 201439 The Radisson Blu Hotels & Resorts in Minneapolis, Minnesota in conjunction with Indiewalls, Inc., has acquired “Cross” by Rich Smukler as part of its permanent collection. “Cross” is an image taken in an...
December 8th, 2014
Arles is one of the most popular destinations in Provence, famous for its significant Roman heritage. It is the spiritual home of Van Gogh, and you will see how this artist was so inspired by the beautiful countryside in this region of France. ...
Mounts Botanical Gardens in West Palm Beach
December 3rd, 2014
Palm Beach County’s oldest and largest public garden, Mounts displays tropical and subtropical plants from around the world, including plants native to Florida, exotic trees, tropical fruit, herbs, citrus, palms and more. For those of us who might be...
December 3rd, 2014
The Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens in Delray, Florida has 16 acres that surround Morikami’s two museum buildings and include expansive Japanese gardens with strolling paths, resting areas, world-class bonsai collection and lakes teeming with ko...
Infrared Photography To See The Unseen Light
November 14th, 2014
Explore the Surreal with Infrared Imagery Conventional photography endeavors to capture the light that we human eye can see. Infrared photography captures light outside the spectrum of the human eye, just past the red bands that we can see in the...
Black and White Spider Awards Honosr Rich Smukler
October 27th, 2014
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: BLACK AND WHITE SPIDER AWARDS HONORS PHOTOGRAPHER RICH SMUKLER FROM THE UNITED STATES. LOS ANGELES (OCTOBER 18, 2014) – Photographer Rich Smukler of the United States was presented with the 9th Annual Black and White...
Tea Time with Rich Smukler at The Alexandria Museum of Art
August 5th, 2014
Alexandria Museum of Art’s 27th Annual September Competition Exhibition Date: September 5 – November 22, 2014 Location: The Alexandria Museum of Art, 933 Second Street, Alexandria, LA71301 Rich Smukler, from Boca Raton, Florida, will exhibit his s...
The 2014 Virginia Academy of Fine Arts National Juried Photography Exhibition will be celebrating its opening reception Friday, September 5, from 5-8PM, with an informal talk at 5:30PM by Jeffrey Allison, this year’s distinguished juror. Mr. Allison ...
Rich Smukler Exhibits In The Heart Of Tuscany
June 16th, 2014
La Rondine Gallery is situated in Ponte a Serraglio in the relaxing commune of Bagni di Lucca. Since the Renaissance, this area has attracted artists of all disciplines to take refuge and rest in its thermal valley and spectacular vistas. The gallery...
Where Does That Lush Ochre Pigment Come From
June 13th, 2014
Have you ever considered where the lush and vibrant colors and shades of ochre pigment come from? Situated in the Luberon, at the foot of the Monts de Vaucluse, the village of Roussillon provides the answer. Nestled in the heart of one of the biggest...
The JAX presents Guardian by Rich Smukler
May 25th, 2014
“Guardian” will be introduced at The JACKSONVILLE Center for the Arts as part of the 2014 jax Juried Exhibition located at 220 Parkway Lane South, Floyd, Virginia 24091.The opening “Meet the Artist Reception” is on June 14th, 5-8pm during which Mr. D...
"Pinball Soldier" will be introduced at MARINMOCA / The Marin Museum of Contemporary Art as part of the 2014 Summer National Juried Exhibition located at 500 Palm Drive, Novato, California. Last year's show featured Swamp's Edge, a stunning black an...
Rich Smukler returns to The Marin Museum of Contemporary Art
May 10th, 2014
“Pinball Soldier” will be introduced at MARINMOCA / The Marin Museum of Contemporary Art as part of the 2014 Summer National Juried Exhibition located at 500 Palm Drive, Novato, California. Last year’s show featured Swamp’s Edge, a stunning black an...
As recently announced, for the third consecutive year Rich Smukler will be exhibiting at The Connecticut Academy of Fine Arts’ annual juried exhibition. The opening reception and award presentations will be Thursday, June 26th from 6PM to 8PM. Arti...
For the third consecutive year Rich Smukler will be exhibiting at The Connecticut Academy of Fine Arts’ 103rd annual juried exhibition. The opening reception and award presentations will be Thursday, June 26th from 6PM to 8PM. This year the noted jur...
See Rich Smukler Soaring at The Seattle Museum of Flight
April 24th, 2014
The history of aviation and aerospace comes alive at The Museum of Flight! Walk the aisles of Air Force One and the Concorde. Stand beneath the Blackbird spy plane. Marvel at the heroics of WWI and WWII. Plus, flight simulators, 3-D movies, the Space...
See works of Rich Smukler in Naples Florida
April 15th, 2014
Naples Art Association ‘s 50th Founders Juried Awards Exhibition Date: June 09 – July 25, 2014 Location: The von Liebig Art Center On view in The von Liebig Art Center from June 9 through July 25, 2014. The fine art exhibition will be insta...
April 12th, 2014
Unlike many of my posts which have taken you to obscure places around the globe, I stumbled upon The Freemont Street Experience in Old Las Vegas which captured my photographic attention. Interestingly, in speaking to many of my friends who have visit...
See Abstract Expressionistic Cocoon at Farmington Museum of Art
April 8th, 2014
The Farmington Museum at Gateway Park (Farmington, New Mexico) will present its annual National Juried Exhibition May 10, 2014 with an opening reception and presentation of awards from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm, Saturday evening May 17th. Prior to the rece...
The Global Art League is an organization dedicated to furthering the careers of emerging artists worldwide. The International Exhibition of Emerging Artists will be held in Montreal from July 20th through to August 17th 2013. Montreal is one of th...
Rhyolite Nevada - The Ghost Town
March 27th, 2013
Against the Traffic: Rhyolite, Nevada – The Ghost town It’s been a long hard week in Death Valley and it is time to pack it in. I only introduced you to some of the many wonders that the area has to offer. It is really something that needs to be e...
Badwater Basin in Death Valley
March 13th, 2013
Against the Traffic: Death Valley – Badwater Basin It’s 4:30am. I am completely alone in Badwater Basin, the lowest place in the western hemisphere. It seems like the dark side of the moon. Still bleary eyed, I slowly, contemplatively set up my...
Zabriskie Point in Death Valley
March 4th, 2013
It’s 4:30 AM and a few hearty photographers are starting to set up their tripods and await the dawn. It is quiet, very quiet. It is windy and cold. I struggle to keep the tripod steady. I’m already dreaming of my first cup of hot coffee. I attach my ...
Stovepipe Wells and Mesquite Flat Dunes
February 28th, 2013
Against the Traffic: Stovepipe Wells and Mesquite Flat Dunes For the rest of the week we will be bunking at The Hotel at Stovepipe Wells, Death Valley. This is not The Four Seasons Hotel, make no mistake! In fact, the movie “Mad Max” comes to mind...
February 22nd, 2013
It rises as the tallest dunes in California and perhaps North America. The Eureka Dunes lie in the remote Eureka Valley, an enclosed basin at 3000 foot elevation located northwest of Death Valley. They rise nearly 700 feet and stretch 3 miles long...
Getting ready for your trip into Death Valley
February 19th, 2013
Getting ready for your trip into Death Valley is no simple matter. It requires careful thought and preparation. Our first stop will be to Eureka Dunes, but we need to be on top of our game. There are plenty of good reasons. Death Valley is no simple...
Alabama Hills California is the iconic western movie set
February 12th, 2013
The Alabama Hills are located just west of Lone Pine, California and easily accessible. Lest you think your humble reporter has just discovered them, they have been used for many years to represent the iconic American West. Nearly 400 films have been...
How Do You Define A Fine Artist
February 2nd, 2013
Over the years I have gone to hundreds of museums and galleries, studied the works of the masters, read the analyses and opinions of critics, seen and opined on the works of my fellow students and mentors. All the time, I am searching for a thread, a...
From Lone Pine to Death Valley
February 2nd, 2013
Lone Pine, California is a sleepy little town. For me it was a great jumping off spot for my journey into Death Valley. Before your trip into the park, do not miss Alabama Hills which is the subject of my next post. But first, let’s discuss Lone Pine...
Ravello, Italy or where to toss my ashes
January 17th, 2013
Ravello is a sleepy town and commune located above the Amalfi Coast in Southern Italy. It is in the province of Salerno, Campania. And though I keep an open mind, this is where I’d prefer to have my ashes distributed when that sad day comes. The vi...
My Canon D5 Mark Ii Camera Is Not So Heavy After All
January 13th, 2013
REALLY! I’ve been a satisfied Canon user for years predating digital: from the AE-1 35mm SLR Film Camera, 20D, EOS T2i, 40D and now the D5 Mark II. I have to say that I am thrilled with the D5 and am amazed at its power and versatility. I know th...
Bookmark the permalink. TRAVEL TO SHOOT? THE MEANING OF TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHY
January 10th, 2013
Having returned from a photography trip to Kenya and Tanzania, I was brimming over with pride at the many exotic images I captured: Kilimanjaro, the Maasai tribesmen, the Serengeti and all that Africa has to offer. I was living my dream. That’s when ...