DESIGNING THROUGH A LENS
As a life-long designer and photographer, I intuitively view subject matter in two dimensions; "Reducing" matter into shapes, textures, colors, and eliminating all forms of distractions.
Whether an iconic desert landscape of Death Valley in the U.S. Southwest, or the great moonscape of the Atacama Desert in Chile, a close-up detail within a beautiful calla lily, or an individual’s unique facial expression— my images interpret how and what I see, literal or abstract.
When I photograph people, I connect with them as they appear in life. A subtle movement, a natural emotion, interacting with others; this defines my “life” photography.
-Dennis Barnett, Lincolnshire, Illinois
INSTRUCTOR
As instructor of Photography at the Highland Park Art Center and the Evanston Art Center in the northeastern suburbs of Chicago, I teach many genres of the medium, discovering new ways of looking at form, subject matter, lighting, and texture. I am always offering new classes where we explore many components of this timeless art form, ranging from Nature, to Travel, Abstract, Street, Portraiture, Landscape — always with a strong emphasis on Composition.
In January of 2025, I will be teaching classes entitled Abstract Photography and Camera Settings at the Evanston Art Center, that both involve how we perceive subjects differently, as a photographer intuitively imagines.
As an instructor, I emphasize how we naturally see our world, through thoughtful creativity, and why and how we use the tools we choose; the result being enhanced personal gratification of the art.
I am available for private instruction, whether you prefer one-to-one or with a group, shoot with a camera or a smartphone, I emphasize how to seek subject matter based on your personal preference.
COMMISSIONS
As a professional photographer for a wide breadth of assignments, my clients include individuals for portraiture work, companies, universities, and non-profit organizations.
Most images on this site are for sale. Please enquire at dennisb6060@gmail.com.
