Tiffany Arp-Daleo Artwork

Abstract Paintings, Mixed Media, Photography

It’s Spiritual

11″ x 14″ mixed media collage on canvas

I love mixing up my mediums! Here I started with acrylic on canvas, then I adhered the cut-up alcohol ink on photo paper pieces on top. Some acrylic dots and strategiclly placed circles balance it all out.

I still struggle with photographing my paintings that have solid black or dark paint, the glare is impossible to avoid. I’ve tried everything, indoor, and outdoor, screens, shades, and various lighting, but there is always a glare in my photos. Does anyone else have this problem? I’m open to advice!

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35 responses to “It’s Spiritual”

  1. janicetv Avatar
    janicetv

    Looks colorful, although it has a lot of black in there.

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar
      tiffanyarpdaleo

      Indeed, thanks, Janice!

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  2. K.Hartless Avatar
    K.Hartless

    I was drawn right to the butterfly in front of seedy fruit, reminded me of a pomegranate. Sorry, I don’t have advice, other than please keep making your art. It’s always a lovely surprise.

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar
      tiffanyarpdaleo

      Ah, wonderful perspective, K! I think it would be impossible to stop creating, I hope I can always find materials to play with!

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      1. K.Hartless Avatar
        K.Hartless

        Me too. Headed out to collect some sunset right now.🦋💜

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  3. Phil Avatar
    Phil

    Splendid mixed media artwork, Tiffany, and I appreciate you sharing details about your creative processes, too. Lovely work! As for how to minimize glare, as described, are you using any post processing software (Photoshop, Lightroon, Affinity Photo, etc.)?

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar
      tiffanyarpdaleo

      Thank you, Phil! I only edit my photos with the basic iPhone photo tools. One day I hope to get/learn Photoshop, but I’ve been saying that for 20+ years now! 😂

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  4. Felipe Adan Lerma Avatar
    Felipe Adan Lerma

    Looks real good to me, Tiffany – very upbeat, musical even, maybe a guitar in there! ❤️ Wish I had something to offer re glare, I struggle with it way too often; but honestly this one shows really well! 😊 Tweeted!

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar
      tiffanyarpdaleo

      Thank you, Adan! I’m glad it’s not just me that has this issue, and there have been a couple of suggestions here that I will play with again, maybe it’s just finding the right app! 😉

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  5. Mike Ross Avatar
    Mike Ross

    Natural light is best, early morning or late afternoon if possible. Shade is also good. If you need to shoot them indoors try shining a light (white balanced) on the ceiling and then move around to avoid glare. You could also try putting the painting on the floor and standing on a bed or couch, again experimenting with the angle of the light.

    Nothing is easy Tiffany. 🥴

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar
      tiffanyarpdaleo

      Some great tips and ideas here, Mike, thank you!!!! It really is all about the angle of the light ☀

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      1. Mike Ross Avatar
        Mike Ross

        If you want I can come over and take the photos for you? I’ll need a plane ticket, penthouse suite (or similar), rental car (preferably a Tesla) and entertainment (your choice). 🤠

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        1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar
          tiffanyarpdaleo

          Lol! Yeah, I will send your ticket and itinerary right over, just let me call my imaginary accountant and have her transfer some imaginary funds over! 😂

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            Mike Ross

            The NFTs are on the way.

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  6. jonicaggiano Avatar
    jonicaggiano

    Lovely Tiffany. I like the colors. Much of your work reminds me of the beauty of the sea. Lovely piece with lots of images. Sending my love sweetie ❤️

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar
      tiffanyarpdaleo

      Thank you, thank you, Joni!!! It must have something to do with my past life as a mermaid! 😂🧜‍♂️♥

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        jonicaggiano

        You and I both. I use to play mermaid in the pond when I wanted to escape. I think many of your pieces remind me of the sea. I love that. Have a great weekend sweetie. ❤️🦋

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  7. M. Avatar
    M.

    That’s dope, I tend to see people in your work, looks like demonic mafioso in a blue sports coat with a murder victim and a woman in distress to his right.

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar
      tiffanyarpdaleo

      I wouldn’t have seen that scene in a million years, but I love it!!! Thanks for adding your imaginative perspective, Matt! 😂 😉

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  8. Timothy Price Avatar
    Timothy Price

    It’s wildly spiritual.

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar
      tiffanyarpdaleo

      Thanks, Tim!

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  9. Kajal Avatar
    Kajal

    It’s beautiful

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar
      tiffanyarpdaleo

      Thanks for stopping by Kajal!

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  10. Mister Bump UK Avatar
    Mister Bump UK

    wow! looks very extra-terrestrial!

    Obvious, but is the flash firing when you photograph them? Or, have you tried contacting a local photographer who might have a studio? Who might also have experience setting up lighting?

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar
      tiffanyarpdaleo

      Thank you so much Pete! Yes, I have a good friend with a photography studio and he has shot some of my work there, the quality difference is amazing! He taught me some tips, but I just can’t create the same perfect light at home, I keep trying! 😉

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      1. Mister Bump UK Avatar
        Mister Bump UK

        Might be difficult to rec reate at home as he probably will have dedicated lights, the ability to soften them etc.

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        1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar
          tiffanyarpdaleo

          Exactly! 😉

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  11. Simon Avatar
    Simon

    Oh I love this – such riot of form and colour. As for photographing your work it’s trick – I have a similar issue with shadow. Have you tried outside with the sun behind the work? Maybe some kind of subdued light – maybe with the light filtered with a thin sheet or on a cloudy day might work?

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar
      tiffanyarpdaleo

      Thanks for chiming in here Simon, good suggestions! It’s tough to shoot outdoors, it’s pretty sunny in San Diego, but the late afternoon in the shade does work best. I want to find a thin shade cloth and contraption to hold it, I rarely have an assistant!

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      1. Simon Avatar
        Simon

        I’m sure you can work it out… if you need any suggestions let me know where you get stuck 🙂

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  12. Robin King Avatar
    Robin King

    Oh, fantastic!!! ♥️♥️♥️ the gorgeous energy! Mixing things makes magic! (I see razzle-dazzle Elvis rocking it out🎸🎶 WOW! 🥰

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar
      tiffanyarpdaleo

      Nice!!! I didn’t see Elvis until you mention it, awesome! Have a great weekend Robin!!! ☺

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      1. Robin King Avatar
        Robin King

        Thank you! You, too!! 🤗

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  13. humoringthegoddess Avatar
    humoringthegoddess

    I do like the dark colors~~

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar
      tiffanyarpdaleo

      Yes, very dramatic, I love the contrast!

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