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Nature choreographed by Elaine Hunter Magical photography with inspired use of colour and digital imagery I was born in the UK, and was always fascinated by the world around me. As a child, I could usually be found somewhere out alone in the middle of fields of flowers, or paddling in a local pond. As I grew up I always had a camera close by, and became a professional photographer in 2003. With the advancement of digital photography, I have discovered the perfect medium to create dramatic one-of-a-kind images. I love the journey from the camera lense to the computer where I create the finished pieces of art. My experience consists of over 10 years of perfecting my skill and technique in the art of image-making through photographic manipulation. However, the artistic eye for composition, color and harmony are embedded in my soul. I am simply connected to Nature in a way I cannot explain, and in the quiet of the moment, Nature communicates with me guiding my eye. My goal is to uplift, inspire and support you on your journey through life. I wish to excite you as you gaze upon the images of Nature that I create. I feel that I am revealing the soul of Nature, and hope that you too, experience the love that I have in my heart for the world around me. I live in BC, Canada where I produce my work in my home studio in Halfmoon Bay. I have exhibited in the following events and galleries since May 2012: Gibsons Public Art Gallery, BC, May 2012. Solo exhibition - BC The Other Dimension. North Vancouver Art for Rent Program, beginnning October 2012. Sechelt Arts Festival juried Art Show, October 2012 - Hidden Island. Sunshine Coast Arts Council membership exhibition, January 2013 - Mountain Magic. Sylvia White Gallery, Ventura, California, January 2013 - Hidden Island. Fairmont Royal York Hotel,Toronto, Canada - 300 renovated rooms are decorated with my images - January 2013, Rain Pine and Pinedrop. American Airlines Admiral lounges, exhibiting several images, from April 20th. Firehall Arts Centre Gallery, Vancouver, April 24th - June 8th. 3 artists chosen - Emerging Artists. Parallax Art Fair New York, May 2013 by invitation. Howe Sound - three images. Silk Purse Art Gallery, West Vancouver Arts Council, BC, May 2013. 3 Photographers- Expressions of Nature. Howe Sound - three images, Hidden Island, Ocean Moonrise. University of Vancouver Island, Powell River, BC, June 2013, Solo exhibition - BC The Other Dimension. Elements of Expression, New York, September 2nd - 23rd , Group Exhibition.