Carol Schiraldi is a Texas-based fine art photographer, former database architect, accidental surrealist, part-time night wanderer, and full-time collector of strange light. She has spent the last several decades photographing things that normal people walk…
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What is The Curiosity Factory? The Curiosity Factory grew from a period of reflection. During the pandemic, we turned inward. It was a period of extended navel gazing, if we’re being honest. And the times?…
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Some images tell you exactly what they are. They shout it from the rooftops. “Look at me! Over here! I’m a firetruck!” And then there are some images that don’t. Abstract photography can be like…
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Rainy Days and Museums Growing up in New York, rainy days meant one thing: museums. There were so many of them — everything from the Museum of Modern Art to the Museum of Natural History,…
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I didn’t start out as a “color photographer.”I started out as someone who noticed things: an observer. Color came later. It came slowly, almost accidentally, after years of paying attention to light, surfaces, and how…
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Sharing today a portfolio of Cuban portrait photography. I’m calling this series, “Resilient Spirits: Portraits from Cuba.” Though it’s merely ninety miles from the Florida shores, Cuba seems worlds away. It’s a place suspended between…
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Ever found yourself wandering through a neighborhood that feels like a scene from a holiday movie? That’s exactly what happens when I visit Bent Brook Drive in the Forest Creek neighborhood of Round Rock, Texas.…
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The other day, the light was just perfect for photography. I wanted to go out for a while, thinking it might be nice to just get outside for a little bit, and figuring I would…
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There I was, lost in the vibrant chaos of Barcelona, when I stumbled upon this architectural marvel that felt like it was whispering secrets from another world. Can you feel the energy radiating from it?…
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You know how autumn has a way of wrapping everything in a cozy blanket of color? Well, this image captures that essence, albeit in a wonderfully abstract way. What do you see? Is it a…
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What time is it, boys and girls? It’s time to finger paint with some light! Yes, it’s time for some Light Painting! Recently, I was part of a rather odd coincidence. I attended not one…
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So there I was, staring at my calendar, when it hit me: the “Personalities” show at the Penfold Theatre Gallery opens tomorrow! (Yes, tomorrow. As in, “better find my shoes and maybe a raincoat, because…
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A Colorful Tapestry of Life: Celebrating the Culture of Cuba Step right up, folks! Grab your favorite beverage (preferably something with a little kick. Mojito, anyone?) and let’s dive into a vibrant world where culture,…
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The Chemical that Ate My Brain There’s an old joke about the chemical compound “dihydrogen monoxide.” The joke goes something like this, “Have you heard about the chemical dihydrogen monoxide?” The joker than lists a…
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Welcome to a delightful dive into a collection that’s not just about pretty pictures this time. Oh no, my friends! This is a suspenseful showdown of nature’s quirkiest creations, all created and submitted to the…
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Ever looked at a building and thought, “Wow, that looks like it just stepped out of a psychedelic dream?” Well, welcome to my world! This piece is a vibrant explosion of color and form, where…
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In this collection, the work presents a bold abstract exploration of the surreal world. Using multiple exposure techniques and featuring vibrant colors in a square format, it evokes the feeling of peering through a window…
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Wow! Since it’s a long weekend coming up, I thought it might be a great idea to pull together another Opportunity List. I must confess, the last Opportunity List was so good, filled with so…
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It’s springtime and that means it’s time for the flowers to bloom. Ah, flowers! Nature’s confetti, bursting with color and personality. If you’ve ever strolled through a garden and felt like you were in a…
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Ah, Kyoto! The city where every corner feels like a postcard and every moment is a chance to marvel at nature’s handiwork. In this delightful collection, we explore three enchanting scenes that capture the essence…
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