Maine Coast
A friend and fellow artist, Doug Gobel, was the one who first made the connection. Looking at the image, he remarked that it reminded him of the work of Gustave Doré—the 19th-century French engraver known for his dramatic, richly textured landscapes.
Curious, I looked up Doré’s engravings and immediately understood what he meant. The layered rocks, the dark tonal depth, and the sense of movement in the sky carried the same brooding atmosphere.
When Color Disappears
This photograph was made during a fall foliage trip to coastal Maine. But the leaves never really turned that year, so instead of chasing color I began looking more closely at texture, contrast, and form.
What emerged was a different kind of landscape—one defined not by color but by tone and structure.
Texture and Atmosphere
The rocks, seaweed, and shifting sky formed a scene that felt almost engraved rather than photographed. The textures pull the eye across the frame in quiet layers, creating a mood that feels both ancient and immediate.
Only later did the title become obvious.
Limited Edition
Issued in a total edition of 15, with 2 Artist Proofs.
The edition applies across all sizes. Signed and numbered by the artist.
