Mel's Die In

Photo by WKavan

“This was an artistic study inspired by classic visual storytelling. I wanted to capture the energy of a scene while focusing on dynamic composition and lighting. iPhone 15 Pro Max with cleanup in Adobe Photoshop.”

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A Father's Hand

Digital Photo by WKavan

“A very personal and emotional image. This is an image of my father's hand a few days before he passed. I focused on the texture and weight of the moment, trying to capture the bond and timeless symbolism in a single frame. iPhone 15 Pro Max with cleanup in Adobe Photoshop.”

Abandoned

Digital Photo by WKavan

“I’m drawn to forgotten spaces. This photo explores texture, light, and decay, showcasing the beauty in abandonment through careful framing and shadow using an iPhone 15 Pro Max with the Leica App.”

A Hot Night in Winter Park

Photo and Development by WKavan

“This shot captures the atmosphere of a bustling night. I focused on balancing light and reflections to recreate the warmth and movement of the scene. Kodak T-Max 100, 100TMX, Black & White Negative Film ISO 100, 35mm Size, 24 Exposure”

Ruins

Digital Photo by WKavan

“Ruins always tell a story. I used framing and natural lighting to emphasize the structure’s quiet history, focusing on details that evoke a sense of time passing. iPhone 15 Pro Max with the Leica App”

Study of Lines, Architecture

Digital Photo by WKavan

“This was an exploration of symmetry and form. I wanted to showcase the clean, linear beauty of architecture, playing with angles and perspective. Canon 7D, EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM”

Capital, Architecture Study

Digital Photo by WKavan

“I focused on the grandeur and scale of the architectural element. The shot captures texture and detail to highlight the craftsmanship and texture elements in the design. Canon 7D, EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM ”

California Beaches

Digital Photo by WKavan

“This image was about tranquility and vastness. I aimed to capture the California coast's natural beauty, focusing on soft light, the rhythm of the waves, and extreme textures of the sand. iPhone 15 Pro Max with cleanup in Adobe Photoshop.”

Film Pier

Digital Photo by WKavan

“This shot was inspired by nostalgia and my cinematography career. I used framing to highlight the pier’s structure and create a cinematic feel, bringing a sense of timelessness to the scene. iPhone 15 Pro Max with cleanup in Adobe Photoshop.”

Sundown

Digital Photo by WKavan

“The colors and light during sundown create magic. I focused on the interplay of shadow and warm tones to capture the fleeting beauty of the moment. The hardest part to capture was the lens flare. My intention was to make it an emotional draw in the image without becoming distracting. iPhone 15 Pro Max with cleanup in Adobe Photoshop.”

Grand

Digital Photo by WKavan

“This shot celebrates scale and majesty. The vastness of the sky juxtaposed with the deep and vast gorge makes you feel small but still a piece of the universe. I emphasized depth and perspective to capture the awe-inspiring size and texture of the subject.iPhone 15 Pro Max with cleanup in Adobe Photoshop.”

Ocean Breakers

Digital Photo by WKavan

“The energy of the ocean and the strength of the stone is something I wanted to capture in this moment. This shot focuses on the power and detail of the water’s surface with the unchanging and rigid posture of the breaker wall. iPhone 15 Pro Max with cleanup in Adobe Photoshop."

Painted Rocks, MI

Digital Photo by WKavan

“Michigan’s Painted Rocks have stunning natural colors. My focus was on composition and lighting to bring out the vibrant tones and textures of the formations. This midmorning shot gave me falling shadows to drive the viewer's attention to the rocky point jutting out into the water. iPhone 15 Pro Max with cleanup in Adobe Photoshop."

Purple Flowers 19

Digital Photo by WKavan

“Flowers are about delicate detail. I used macro focus and natural light to highlight these blossoms' vivid color and intricate beauty. iPhone 15 Pro Max with cleanup in Adobe Photoshop."

Orange Flowers 20

Digital Photo by WKavan

“The warm tones of these flowers against the cool blue-green of the foliage was my primary focus. I played with contrast and light to emphasize their vibrant hues and textures. iPhone 15 Pro Max, macro, with cleanup in Adobe Photoshop."

White Flowers 22

Digital Photo by WKavan

“Purity and elegance were the words crossing my mind as I saw these flowers. The light balance and soft focus bring out their simple, serene beauty. iPhone 15 Pro Max, macro, with cleanup in Adobe Photoshop."

Holland

Digital Photo by WKavan

“This image captures the charm and subtle details of one of Holland’s only windmills that traveled overseas and found it

s home in Holland, MI. I focused on framing to create a peaceful, timeless composition that expressed what it might feel like to walk up to a Danish Windmill for the first time. iPhone 15 Pro Max with cleanup in Adobe Photoshop."

Bad Beach

Digital Photo by WKavan

“Sometimes beauty comes from unexpected places. This shot captures the grit and rawness of a ‘bad beach,’ focusing on nature's unfiltered character and the perspective of such a small thing's potential to ruin the majesty of such a large and vast body of water. iPhone 15 Pro Max with cleanup in Adobe Photoshop."

Stone Tablet

Digital Photo by WKavan

“You caught me. I was drawn to the weathered texture of this stone tablet via a longing to wear a fedora and whip. The close-up framing highlights the details and quiet history carved into its surface. iPhone 15 Pro Max with cleanup in Adobe Photoshop."