I just recently learned this technique, and as soon as I did, it instantly became one of my favorite things to do. There’s a certain element of danger and spontaneity and mystery when shooting in Bulb mode.

Before I start, I just want to explain why I call this a ‘photo painting.’ Simply put, there is actually no painting involved. No real paint, no Photoshop brushes, no nothing. The final image is composed entirely of photos, layered and blended together to create an artistic, abstract, painted look.

I keep coming back to look at this photo…I made it last Saturday on my photo walk downtown. It’s not a particularly good image. I know that. But it’s making me think about the subjectivity of art and experience, and how there’s some real wonder behind that personal connection – or lack of connection – to certain art.