www.richterpolilli.com

 

Testimonials follow my bio...

 

I was raised in the Finger Lakes Region from upstate New York. Following military service in the 60’s. I attended the University of Rhode Island College of Pharmacy. My career was in hospital pharmacy administration, clinical education, and on faculty at Brown University Medical School and the University of Rhode Island College of Pharmacy. During my career years I used a 35mm Minolta SLR for shooting family outings and travel excursions.

 

I never took photography seriously until one day the Public Broadcasting Station (PBS) did a special on Ansel Adams. I was hooked, and from that point forward I became obsessed with photography. Self taught I studied the works of Joel Tjintjelaar, Sharon Tenembaum, Julia Anna Gospodarou, Keith Aggett, and Michael Kenna. I found my niche, ‘Fine Art Black and White Long Exposure.’

 

In 2014 my baptism started with a workshop in New York City with BW Vision Explorers and I then followed up with a lengthy mentorship under Joel Tjintjelaar. My attention continues with fine art photography in black and white long exposure architecture, seascapes, floral still life, and occasional color fine art photography.

 

I always ask myself, “What excites me about the scene before I push the shutter release. ”I find that fine art photography communicates an emotional experience particularly long exposure. Long exposure moves away from physical existence as you see the world. Water and sky appear unnatural. Light and shadows become exaggerated and black and white becomes more aesthetic with regard to light, shadows, and shape. The camera is only a means of expression. No one can express what you feel better than yourself and ones vision is art and the digital darkroom is my canvas and brush. The artist Jackson Pollock sums it up best, "It doesn’t make much difference how the paint is put on, as long as something is said.”

 

TESTIMONIALS:

 

I’ve met Rich Terpolilli for the first time on one of the many photo sharing websites. What struck me was that he was more than just an admirer of beautiful photographs. He also wanted to create those photographs himself. And he started asking questions.

Then I met him in New York in April 2014 at one of the workshops I was teaching. And he kept asking more questions. Even though Richard is a more senior man than I am, I had a hard time keeping up with him, chasing photo opportunities and beautiful architecture in the streets of New York.

After a few months, Richard joined one of my online mentorship programs. Of course, he asked even more questions!

 

This is all testament of the inquisitive mind of a man who feels passionate about life, about beauty and about the art he was learning to create.

And he started creating beautiful fine art photographs with a dedication and passion that characterise the committed artist. Richard is committed to creating beautiful art and to express his interpretation of the world he lives in, in an aesthetic, personal and moving way.

 

Up to this day, I still receive questions from Richard, but seeing his art come to life and the pleasure and enthusiasm that he’s exuding, I am honoured to know this man, to enjoy his photographs and answer all his questions!

 

Joel Tjintjelaar

  

"I've known Richard for quite some time and he is one of the most enthusiastic artists I know. For me enthusiasm is is one of the best qualities an artist could have, because it keeps you searching, it keeps you experimenting and pushing the limits, in one word it keeps you creating. Richard does all this and his work shows in the best way the passion he puts into creating it. He is bringing his passion for life in his art work and this makes his creation unique and very emotional for the viewer. It is not easy to move someone with your art but Richard manages to do this because he knows how to put his own passion and kind soul into the work he makes. He is constantly searching for new ways of expressing himself, he is immersing himself into fine art photography which allows his creativity to unfold and move whomever is looking at his work. He has the joy and the curiosity of a young kid combined with the experience of an accomplished adult who knows what to pick from his life experiences to translate into his photography. Richard is a beautiful artist and his future in fine art photography is announcing itself to be brilliant. I can't wait to see how Richard will evolve in the next few years."

 

Julia Anna Gospodarou - Fine Art Photographer | Arhitect

www.juliaannagospodarou.com | www.envisionography.com

  

The truly educated never graduate” Rich Terpolilli is a living example. I first met Rich in a Workshop I was co-teaching in New York in April 2014 and initially received the impression that he was another one of those people that retire and was looking to half busy himself with his hobby of photography. I was very quickly corrected. For Rich, photography is an art and certainly not a hobby! I was at awe at his passion and commitment to enhancing his art. Under the mentorship of Joel Tjinjelaar, Rich’s vision and technique improved exponentially. He is an example of a true artist that keeps improving and re-inventing himself with the tenacity of a teenager yet the wisdom and patience much beyond his years. I can only wish to have half of that ability.

 

Rich’s work exemplify not just the big picture vision of an artist, but also the meticulous attention to detail and perfection. However, what makes Rich exceptional beyond his talent and dedication to art is his kind and caring nature. Always there for an encouraging, supportive or appreciative word, and much more than once a warm virtual hug. A true mensch J.

 

With utter appreciation.

 

~ Sharon Tenenbaum

 

Ever since meeting Richard during one of our Vision Explorers workshops it's been great to follow his journey into fine art photography. He’s one of those rare people who realizes that all the information gained from workshops, tutorials and books are a great way to get started, but that the real learning ultimately starts with committing to following one’s own path as an artist.

 

Armand Dijcks

  

Richard T. has a burning desire to see the world in living color by championing its tones in a multitude of shades of gray. This ambitious journey has lead him to see out every nuance of light and shadow. What is the object? - To be enriched in heart and spirit by the final results of expression. He will feel complete when there is no more to change.

 

~ Laurence Gartel

 

Incredible photographs, Richard! You really do succeed in portraying your passion for your subjects. I'm impressed, as always! All I can say, since I'm not knowledgeable about photography, is I enjoyed navigating this clean, attractive, modern website, too. The buttons work well, and so rapidly. The black background is elegant, rather than somber, as I found your old website to be. This design is perfect for drawing an observer into the black-and-white photographs, with your use of just a pop of brilliant color light(s) and highlights in some. You call attention, quietly and naturally, to what you want to emphasize. And the feeling of movement on the site is important to me, too. The size of each photograph shown is crisply clear. It's easy, too, to enlarge and return to the original. The entire effect generates a respectful, simple formality; you show yourself as thoroughly professional.

 

Marie Carluccio

 

AWARDS

 

2017 Selected on being part of new Camerapixo Magazine. We just published next issue of HOT SHOTS 20 - WE INSPIRE magazine. Your Calatrava Science and Education. Building was given the Editors Choice Award. Please go to the following page and view it online:

camerapixo.com/publications/we-inspire-20

 

2017 Selected to showcase eight of my images in Szeroki Kadr magazine by Nikon in Poland. Please go to the following link to view on line:

www.szerokikadr.pl/inspiracje

 

2016 International Photography Awards (IPA) Honorable Mention for Bridges “Sunshine Skyway Bridge” over Tampa Bay, Florida.

 

2016 International Photography Awards (IPA) Honorable Mention for Architecture. Buildings of “Urban Monoliths” of One World Trade Center.

 

2016 International Photography Awards (IPA) Honorable Mention for Cityscapes “Awakening Shadows” of the Boston Harborwalk.

 

2016 International Photography Awards (IPA) Honorable Mention for Cityscapes

“Shadow and Light” a triangle of the Brooklyn Bridge, One World, and The Gehry on 8 Spruce Street.

 

2016 International Monochrome Awards Honorable Mention for Architecture “Awakening Shadows Vlll” a mystery of fog and shadows the Boston Harborwalk.

 

2016 International Monochrome Awards Honorable Mention for Fine Art “Sunshine Skyway Bridge” over Tampa Bay, Florida.

 

2016 International Monochrome Awards Honorable Mention for Abstract “Mirage” San Francisco four towers all in perfect alignment at a precise angle giving an allusion of one.

 

2016 International Monochrome Awards Honorable Mention for Abstract “The Guggenheim Museum” New York City expressing the genius of Frank Lloyd wright.

 

2016 International ND Awards First place Gold Award for Architecture: Cityscapes “Boston Harborwalk".

 

2016 International ND Awards Second place Silver Award for Fine Art: Abstract The Guggenheim Museum New York City.

  

2015 International ND Awards Honorable Mention for Nature: Seascapes/Waterscapes Category “Solitude” Blue Cypress Lake.

 

2015 International Monochrome Awards Honorable Mention for Nature Category “Sunshine Skyway Bridge” across Tampa Bay, Florida.

 

2015 Photograph of the Year Competition Silver Award for Cityscape “Awakening Shadows No. 2” panorama lower Manhattan.

 

2015 Photograph of the Year Competition Silver Award for Bridges “Sunshine Skyway Bridge” over Tampa Bay, Florida.

 

2015 Photograph of the Year Competition Silver Award for Cityscape “Awakening Shadows No. 1” Boston Harborwalk.

 

2015 Photograph of the Year Competition Bronze Award for Cityscape “Miami By Night”.

 

2015 Photograph of the Year Competition Bronze Award for Nature “Solitude”

bald Cypress Tree Blue Cypress Lake.

 

2015 Published Camerapixo 6th Edition International Being Published Matters,

abstract “The Guggenheim Museum” New York City.

 

2015 Published Camerapixo Volume Two 24/7 Black & White front cover Being Published Matters