John Pfahl

John Pfahl- born February 17, 1939 in New York- Better known for his "Altered Landscapes" series (1974).  Received his BFA from Syracuse University in the School of Art and his MA from Syracuse University in the School of Communications.  Has appeared in many group and solo exhibitions over the years.

This photograph reminds me of a 2D project that I once did. It dealt with actual texture and simulated texture.  In some sense I see this photo that way.  The ocean waves and foam are the actual thing and the fabric and green plants are the simulated part.  Both have the same distinct color characteristics.  The sand add a unique warm contrast to the photo, not over-powering but strong enough to have some distinction.  Obviously he has carefully composed this and planned out like all his other photographs.