An Art Review
Nature-Inspired Photography that Holds Us in Rapture
Charles N. Murphey, artxus.com, creates transcendent photography that captures the spirit of exultation and the sublime that exists in our natural environment. He accentuates its versatility, unique and contrasting features, and stimulates our awareness about the diverse and powerful elements our world provides.
In each photo Charles transports us and holds us in rapture. Luminous, breathtaking sunsets, gently flowing tidal waves, mesmerizing ancient landmarks, and an exquisite dance of tree limbs reaching skyward are a few of the many poetic visions that entice us.
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Maui Sea Surf No 1, photography, pigment ink on HP fine art satin paper, 16″ x 20″ (22″ x 26″ framed)
Charles captures nature’s essence and suspends moments in time. He imbues his imagery with a sense of healing energy, renewal and restoration. His masterful creativity prompts us to pause and enter a space of quiet contemplation. The semblance of nature’s symbols and metaphors permeate our subconscious. Visceral memories arise and we may recall our treasured and forgotten aspirations.
When creating his images Charles expertly plans his compositions and focal points to achieve utmost balance and harmony. This creative attribute reflects his astute attention to the overall mood and atmospheric effects he wishes to convey. He translates what enters his camera lens and creates an emotive and transformative impact on the viewer.
Monumental Remnant, photography, pigment ink on HP fine art satin paper, 16″ x 20″ (22″ x 26″ framed)
Long after encountering Charles’s majestic works of art with their many ephemeral qualities, their profound inspiration lingers. We reflect upon how Charles portrays nature in its purest form, untouched by harsh pollution. His images remind us about what makes our planet extraordinary and its many generous offerings.
We realize how much we take for granted and how vital it is to nurture and preserve our environment in our role as nature protectors.
Maui Sunset No 1, photography, pigment ink on HP fine art satin paper, 16″ x 20″ (22″ x 26″ framed)
Charles’s art also emanates symbolism and revelations about humanity. His images personify inner strength, preservation and survival. He offers us an enlightened journey toward self-discovery and inner growth.
One example is his expressive, tactile “Last Tree Standing”, shown below. With its dramatic kinetic panoply of limbs that reach into the expansive stratosphere it stands proud and strong. We may identify with this image as the human spirit fiercely determined by desire, steadfast, perseverance and resilience.
You may never view a bare tree the same way again.
Last Tree Standing, photography, pigment ink on HP fine art satin paper, 16″ x 20″ (22″ x 26″ framed)
For anyone searching for exquisite, uplifting and continuously stimulating works of art that celebrate nature’s bounty bringing Charles’s works of art into your life offers many lasting rewards.
Charles offers his photography as fine art prints. Consider purchasing a group of them for your home and/or office!
Banner image: Detail of Maui Surf No. 1
Visit Charles N. Murphey’s website artxus.com
This Art Review was written by Renee Phillips, Director, Curator, and Editor, Manhattan Arts International and The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS, New York, NY
Hi Renee,
Although I conveyed to you in email exchanges my sincere appreciation and thanks for the Art Review you recently provided, I also want to share those sentiments with visitors to this page of the Manhattan Arts website.
I’m truly grateful for the candid assessment of my work along with the invaluable feedback received from you covering related areas such as the quality of ‘in situ’ images I was using to the tone of my website which I subsequently transformed from a ‘business voice’ to the ‘voice of the artist’.
Bottom line, engaging with you has motivated me to step up my game in several important aspects as I work toward the goal of becoming a successful artist.
Thanks for being a part of my continuing journey in photography!
Regards … Charles Murphey
Dear Charles,
Thank you for inviting me to be a part of your artistic journey! You deserve all art career attention and success you desire for your transcendent photography “that captures the spirit of exultation and the sublime that exists in our natural environment.”
My goal for decades has been to help artists achieve their fullest potential. Your comment energizes me and my purpose.
Wishing you continued creative bliss,
Renee