I am a freelance photographer. Photography is why I am alive. I have what I
call my three pillars, glassblowing, pottery, and photography. Since I was
twelve these three have kept me sane. Photography has long been my
strongest pillar. At twelve I decided to learn photography on my own,
starting with learning to cut and roll my own film. I am a follower of the
classics, and the finality of analogue. I believe in taking the final image
at the source, committing to what happens once the shutter is released. I
shy away from retouching, and personally do not consider Photoshop a part
of photography. Since it is my career I keep up with the times, currently
shooting both analogue and digital. Clients often request digital, though I
fight for analogue everytime. In my personal work I stick to film, often
using my true love, my Rollieflex Automat Model E. My fine art often is a
arguement against the existence of computer manipulation and
post-production. I like the idea of no special effects or lavish outfits
and makeup. By keeping it simple with a subject in a natural space, it
creates intimacy and surprise. All power over the scene is through
controlled lighting and guided movement, the images often appear as
distorted and altered-selves. I adore the old black and white street
candids from earlier generations, especially of NYC. I tend to see the
world how those old images appear, and when I shoot scenes from my life, I
look to present them in a similar fashion.

If you are interested in working with me you can find out about prices and scheduling by emailing me. I am willing to do free work, or trades when developing an interesting idea or when others are willing to then assist me with some of my personal work.

Ben Kaufman
President and photographer
Halcyon Dream Photography
http://halcyondreamphotography.com/home.php
[email protected]

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