16" X 20" Digital Photograph

Thacher brook here in Attleboro was taken on a morning walk. The pattern of the water flow and inherent blue in the water came together to create an unusual composition that focused on the water itself rather than the surrounding environment. The photo gives us a narrative using running water as its story panel; reflections of trees on the left side of the picture plane become muddled as the water flows over the rocks, resulting in their distortion and complete disappearance on the right side. The photo’s contrasting black, blue, and purple distorted shapes almost force the viewer question what in the picture is real and what is merely a reflection.

Peter Smith has cherished and honed his photographic skills for over 30 years. An Attleboro resident, his subject matter includes landscapes and places of interest throughout New England, with a special emphasis on the White Mountains of New Hampshire. He also has several prized images of landscapes and villages from St Michaels in the Azores.  His work is currently on display in the offices of Houghton Physical Therapy and Sports Conditioning and at the Attleboro Chamber of Commerce.  Peter won an Award of Merit in the national juried Small Works show at the Museum and he was an exhibitor in the 8 Artists, 8 Visions show in 2007.