An illustrated comparison of black and white photographic prints and papers

An illustrated comparison of black and white photographic prints and papers

This is an illustrated comparison of the fine black and white photographic papers offered by Keith Dotson Photography. Detailed descriptions and close-up photographs compare his "standard" RC paper with his "premium" museum quality fiber-based baryta paper.

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Black and white photographs of abandoned downtown Adams, Tennessee

Black and white photographs of abandoned downtown Adams, Tennessee
Black and white photographs of abandoned buildings in the old downtown of Adams, Tennessee by Keith Dotson.

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Black and white photograph of the Starr Piano Building in Nashville

Black and white photograph of the Starr Piano Building in Nashville

New addition to the Nashville portfolio: a black and white photograph of the historic Starr Piano Building by Keith Dotson. The historic Starr Piano Building (also called the French-Starr Building) on 5th Avenue in Nashville, Tennessee was built in 1889, originally as a retail outlet for Jesse French and Sons Piano & Organ Company. French later merged with the Starr Piano Company, which manufactured pianos and published sheet music, with special emphasis on ragtime, making it an early contributor to the establishment of Nashville as Music City. 

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In praise of rainy days

In praise of rainy days

Black and white photographs of rainy days by Keith Dotson — Having grown up in hot, dry, dusty Texas, I have a real appreciation for the replenishing beauty of rain. I love the sound of rain. I love the way rain cools the air and makes everything sparkle. I love the way the rain deepens the colors of nature. This series of photographs is my effort to capture the essence, emotion, and beauty of rainy days.

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Haunting black and white photographs of dead trees on Driftwood Beach

Haunting black and white photographs of dead trees on Driftwood Beach
Black and white photographs by Keith Dotson capture the dramatic setting of Driftwood Beach on Jekyll Island, Georgia. Jekyll Island is one of the beautiful Atlantic barrier islands off the coast of Georgia (US). Beach erosion on the north end of the island has created Driftwood Beach, a surreal boneyard of dead pine and oak trees, with gnarled branches, upturned roots, and arching trunks.

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