My First Solo Photography Exhibit (Pt 4): Install & Opening Night

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This is the fourth (and final) video in a series I'm doing about my first solo photography exhibit. Check out part one here: • My First Solo Photogra...
CHAPTERS
- Intro & total costs: 00:00
- Installation: 4:20
- Gallery walkthrough: 7:51
- Opening night & final thoughts: 16:59
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ANALOG PHOTOGRAPHY STREAMING SERIES
- “3 Nights in Arizona”: www.nickcarverphoto.com/3nights
FILM PHOTOGRAPHY ONLINE COURSES
- Master Manual Metering for Film Photography: www.nickcarverphoto.com/metering
- Large Format Photography: www.nickcarverphoto.com/lf
OTHER LINKS:
- Casa Romantica Cultural Center & Gardens: www.casaromantica.org
VIDEO DESCRIPTION
Holy s-word. It’s finally happening. This photography exhibit that I haven’t shut up about since June is now becoming a reality. Months of mock-ups, spreadsheets, scanning, printing, and framing…it’s all led to this. I’ve brought you along every step of the way and I ain’t about to ditch you now.
In this video I’ll take you through install day and talk about the hard numbers of the whole thing - how much did this project set me back? What am I selling each piece for? And for anyone too far to visit the gallery in person, I even got a little walkthrough to share with ya. Then I’ll wrap it up with a recap of opening night and my final thoughts on the experience.
And speaking of that…this has been one hell of an experience for me. It was a lot of work, but I truly enjoyed the entire process. From planning out the gallery walls to high-rez scanning the negatives to installing the artwork, even when it was difficult or stressful I could always feel an underlying cushion of “goddamn this is awesome.” The more years I spend in photography the more I’m realizing how much my passion for printing is the ultimate driving force. I love taking photos, no doubt, but getting a print hung up on the wall…there’s really nothing like it.
If you’d like to see my first ever solo photography gallery showing featuring all analog film photography images, be sure to stop in to Casa Romantica Cultural Center & Gardens in San Clemente, CA. The exhibit is titled “American Desert” and is on display until December 17th.
Website: www.nickcarverphoto.com
Instagram: / nickcarver
*This video contains no paid endorsements of any kind.

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@coreymagz3145 10 месяцев назад

God this made me so, so happy. Nothing but the best for you, dude.

@Jesuslovesyou0316 Месяц назад

God loves you so! John 3:16✝️

@mm8276352 10 месяцев назад

Oh man I wish I could give a hundred likes for this. The story itself, the emotion, the editing style, I love it all.

@Black_Jesus3005 10 месяцев назад

Had to pleasure of being there opening night. I now know why you get excited when you get the print. Your photos are amazing. They were all great but the “Desert Hopper” stood out to me personally. I felt like I was standing there in front of that hopper in the Mojave. I was so nervous meeting you but it was truly a pleasure. It was great experience. Thank you Nick. 🙂

@thetankslapper 10 месяцев назад

A modern day DaVinci. Not so much because the work is great, but because the force that brought them into being is no less intense than what Leonard put into his work. We need this level of intensity in our lives, it ennobles the rest of us.

@Durandalite 10 месяцев назад

As a preparator in an art museum, I'm glad you enjoyed the hanging process! It's a great feeling, seeing it all go up.

@candiesestore88 9 месяцев назад

The most touching point here is you hugging your brother, family is EVERYTHING !!!!

@jaydigshistory36 10 месяцев назад

This was an awesome series. I wish I could have made it for opening night. I’d love to see these up close. Great job Nick.

@kevinmorgan7091 10 месяцев назад

To coincide visiting my son in Irvine and being there for your opening night to see your awesome prints and to meet you, was just incredible....my lost for words Kenton Nelson moment! To appear with my son in one of your videos...beyond belief!!. A night we will never forget.Thank you so much. You should be so proud of your work and talent Nick and we are privileged that you share it with us.

@earlspiece9403 10 месяцев назад

I'm preparing for my first public showing of my pictures... Watching your 4 vids is immensely helping me through my own drama not unlike your own... I feel more confident having watched you go through and resolve some of your own issues that resembled my own!!! My showing will start beginning of December which seems like a long way off but time just accelerates when you are preparing for a new experience!!!

@_Sisyphus 9 месяцев назад

You are by far, my favorite photography RU-vidr.

@stanmorgan4628 8 месяцев назад

When Ansel Adams presented Alfred Stieglitz with a stack of his photographs for his opinion, it is said, he shuffled through them twice. Examining each one. When he finished, and I paraphrase, he said "I am an admirer of great workmanship and this it outstanding". Nick, your work bring this to mind.

@justinrichardson3864 10 месяцев назад

"Bent" and "Desert Hopper" are top notch.

@mp3remix171 10 месяцев назад

Almost made me tear up, so happy for you dude! The level of dedication and perfection is so inspirational… well deserved to say the least

@minisla 10 месяцев назад

The amount of time and effort that you put in to this exhibition is crazy. Hopefully those who have the privilege of going to see appreciates your hard work. Great to see the end product on the walls...Hats off. Continued success.

@andrewweathers2938 10 месяцев назад

I love that your brother showed up. My family has a tendency to do things like this where we "crash" things that are important, but aren't always the easiest to get to. Hopefully I can make it out there before your exhibit closes. If not, I will recommend all my California friends and family stop by. Thank you again for the inspiration to print and show our art.

@SunDevilPilot 9 месяцев назад

I was in Dana Point this week on a trip and made a point to drive down the coast to see your photography exhibit at Casa Romantica. All of your photographs were quite stunning and very well displayed. Your attention to detail was obvious. While I have seen most of the images via your videos nothing compares to seeing them presented in person. Your photo exhibit will definitely be a highlight moment of my trip. Thanks for all your hard work and to everyone in the area make a point to go see them in person.

@JeremyPayne 10 месяцев назад

I'm on the other side of the globe, well more to the bottom, Australia. Your artwork and exhibition are an inspiration to say the least Nick.

@SpruceUp612 10 месяцев назад

You really deserved such a great show, I'm really happy so many people showed up and were able to convey the appreciation in person. I don't comment much but your videos mean a lot to me and I'm happy that you were able to have people say how much they love your work face to face.

@MrWhizzo 10 месяцев назад

I do not know you, I have only ever seen you here on RU-vid. From that scant familiarity, I feel you have not only earned your success, you deserve it. I hope going forward you will continue to post here, as your videos are both informative and inspiring. Thank you. Congratulations!

@TravisRhoads 9 месяцев назад

The float mounting of the wide panoramic images in the black frames is very cool, I like the way that presents a lot.

@mrdolby 9 месяцев назад

After following you for so many years, I’m really happy for your accomplishment! It’s one of the best feelings to share ones work with other people. Sadly I will not be able to travel from Berlin to SoCal, but thanx for taking me on the ride!!!

@thedukeoffunk 10 месяцев назад

So glad I was able to stop by

@chrisdrake447 10 месяцев назад

So pleased for you Nick. Really has been a labour of love, and it’s been a complete joy sharing the journey with you. Thank you!

@cryptechblues 8 месяцев назад

Couldn't have happened to a nicer guy. Awesome, major congrats

@CostaMesaPhotography 9 месяцев назад

Casa Romantica is a gorgeous venue and you're very fortunate to be able to show your work there...congratulations!

@davidkrause2724 4 месяца назад

That’s the best photog blog I’ve seen in a long while. Congrats

@cliftonwhittaker260 10 месяцев назад

I did enjoy the whole video series, Nick. No surprises on the show opening other than the wonderful surprise of your brother being there. That had to be great for both of you! I knew you would be blown away with meet and greet. So many people to smile with and shake hands with and answer questions for. The high is so great it will take several days for you to come back down to the ground. I'm glad you had someone there who made video of the reception. You will cherish that for the rest of your life. No matter how many more gallery shows you hang there is only one first. Congratulation, Nick, you have that one in the bag.

@pickinnick100 10 месяцев назад

The transition at 6:23 is top shelf.

@MikeDoesColour 10 месяцев назад

Too wholesome for words. Well done Nicky C! I'll be opening a beer in your name this evening.

@waynewendel655 7 месяцев назад

Nick, I am so happy for you. I have been a loyal follower for years. The exhibit is gorgeous.

@CalebWeston_dubland 10 месяцев назад

It was a great art opening! So cool to see it all in person. Congratulations again. The whole video series was very inciteful, thanks for letting us seen behind the scenes of prepping for the show.

@gregoryowain2073 8 месяцев назад

From the EP to this, you've really knocked it out the park this year Nick! Looking forward to see what you produce in 2024, especially as you have your own printer now!

@kelm102 10 месяцев назад

Get it Nick! You've worked so hard for this, and seeing it all go off without a hitch must be so rewarding.

@calvinmora3639 10 месяцев назад

Feel so pleased for you Nick. As a long time part of your community I can really feel the journey that has come to this. Thanks for sharing being over in New Zealand I appreciated the opportunity to experience your exhibition. First of many I’m sure.

@HiTeck_Redneck 9 месяцев назад

As an amateur photographer watching your channel the last few years has been inspirational. I need to make the jump and print off some of my photos

@silekiernanphotography 10 месяцев назад

Fabulous! So glad it was a huge success; you truly deserve it. Also Nick, I want to say how much I appreciate you making this series on the entire process. Your generosity in sharing your experience does not go unnoticed by all of us. You lift the standard, you make us all better!

@melekgumulek 10 месяцев назад

i love this series so much but it's also a bit heartbreaking for me because it reminds me of how much i missed doing all these. i studied fine arts and even though the education throughout the years was alright, working on exhibitions was just soooo much fun. it's so fun that one even enjoys getting tired or hungry. not many people have the chance to experience such a thing, and it maddens me that i cannot for a while either. you did an awesome job, and i always look up to you. you deserve much more attention and respect

@PMCN53 10 месяцев назад

Nick, congratulations on a very successful opening to your gallery show🎉 🍾🥂 Your dedication to detail is amazing & the proof is your feedback from attendees! Anyone who put that kind of effort in deserves the rewards Inspirational 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🇦🇺👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

@johndoddato2662 9 месяцев назад

Nick, a very attractive show setting with a great turn out. As an artist it is rewarding to see all your work hanging together in a nice setting. Nice job.

@zeballos5757 10 месяцев назад

Desert Decay and The Ice Shack are two of my faves. I remember being anxious about the Ice Shack because the light was changing and people kept showing up. Love The Garage too. Good luck Nick, your hard work and efforts, I hope will pay off. All the best!

@RobLS87 10 месяцев назад

Desert Layers #1 has been a favorite of mine since you had first shown it. I’m glad to hear the show will be open through December. I grew up in Cali, call Costa Mesa and Orange County home but no longer live in Cali. I will be visiting again at the beginning of December for a weekend and possibly have a free day. I really hope I get to see your work in person and possibly even meet you. If not, I’ll still be appreciating through the work that you post here.

@rickspurgeon972 7 месяцев назад

Drove up to San Clemente yesterday from San Diego to check out the exhibit. Cool setting. Enjoyed seeing them in person after seeing them on RU-vid. My wife who is not really into photography found some she really liked also. Afterwards we went down to the pier for lunch and generally made a nice day out of the trip. It is too bad there isn't a way to link the videos to at least some of the photos. For me at least, knowing the stories behind the photos greatly enhances my enjoyment of them. As I told some of the people there I feel like through the magic of RU-vid I was there when they were taken. I

@tscrookeful 6 месяцев назад

The transition at the 6:24 mark was sublime my friend! Looks great and congrats on the showing and outcome!

@veholic1 10 месяцев назад

Thoroughly enjoyed the show and it was a pleasure to chat with you! I plan on revisiting while it is still up. Thank you.

@robertkohnen3047 10 месяцев назад

Came up from San Diego as the opening lined up perfectly with a family vacation. Wonderful work, super nice guy, and some mighty fine beer from a San Clemente brewery!

@petemay4373 9 месяцев назад

So happy to see your success, Nick, it's well deserved!

@johnsobenne 10 месяцев назад

It was amazing to be there opening night! It was cool to see you and your work in person.

@cementlife5380 10 месяцев назад

It is a pleasure to see how you talk about your exhibition 😊, it looks awesome. Take care Nick

@Jazzy-kz6wd 10 месяцев назад

This has been a great motivational series to get me ready for my own photo exhibit which is hanging up right now! It's been cool to watch you on your journey...

@phelix920 8 месяцев назад

👍🏾👏🏾📸 as a man who actually works for the Railroad I think you gave a very good artistic interpretation of it. Phelix

@a8f235 10 месяцев назад

So glad to know now that it went well in the end. It makes me a bit sad that we're so used to viewing photographs on monitors these days, and it just cannot compare. The best thing with physical prints is there is no scrolling or swiping features. If we want to see something else we need to physically move ourselves. I just like that about physical prints that it's just there in your face and it adds authenticity.

@jeffreystulin8130 9 месяцев назад

You deserve this success. Period.

@WilliamVerbose 10 месяцев назад

Thank you for the virtual tour, Nick! Would be nice to see your work in person but it sucks to be on the other side of the planet. Congratulations again and more power to you!

@Mojave511 9 месяцев назад

Perfectly executed from photo to print to presentation. A real accomplishment. I would love to have seen it in person.

@seanpualic9834 7 месяцев назад

Congratulations mate. I would absolutely love to be able to see this. Twice I've had images up in a gallery. And both times I had to hold back tears. So I can't even imagine how you feel. 🥰🤩😎

@andrewherbert9938 10 месяцев назад

You should be so proud of this Nick , I so wish that I could see the exhibition and buy one of your works , your pursuit of perfection and attention to detail is amazing to see . Love your work and really hope you get the recognition you deserve and make loads of sales !

@chrisjmiller6 10 месяцев назад

Congratulations, Nick! I enjoyed everything about this series

@burn1nator 10 месяцев назад

Congrats man! What a journey you have been and taken us with you. Nothing but the best!

@maxwellwellmax878 9 месяцев назад

Congrats Nick!!!!

@chuckgmanleyphotos7197 10 месяцев назад

Inspirational Work!! Well Done!!

@actionimagesphotography 10 месяцев назад

Very happy for you, well done!!

@bradwilliamsphoto 10 месяцев назад

Congrats Nick, it looks awesome!

@uniktbrukernavn 10 месяцев назад

Congrats! The exhibition looks awesome! Thanks for making this series and showing us how it's done.

@user-xl6fr7ep2k 10 месяцев назад

Thank you for what you do, you are an inspiration.

@RichardWong 10 месяцев назад

So happy this worked out for you. Beautiful work. You put a lot of effort into this.

@photog1529 10 месяцев назад

Happy for you Nick...all that hard work has paid off. Congratulations.

@davidhuth5659 10 месяцев назад

Congrats man! A truly inspirational body of work! May this be the start of something big!

@noelj730 10 месяцев назад

I had a great time on opening night. Outstanding photos and setting. I brought son, grandson, and friend. It was elegant. I enjoyed meeting you. I met some people to talk photography. I’m tempted to fly down there again to spend more time with each print. My favorite is the ice shack .

@levisimpson516 10 месяцев назад

Dude, I'm happy for you, really super stoked. That must have been an incredible feeling and just following you on here the last several years it feels like something like this was meant to be for you. You put in the work, you have a creative mind that shines through your images, and above all you're a complete goofball. Cheers my man!

@johnkawooya8421 9 месяцев назад

Wonderfull, Nick!!!!

@davidneudorf1097 10 месяцев назад

Absolutely beautiful work!

@Al_Bx 10 месяцев назад

Congrats Nick ! Great work.

@edanrene 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for the inspiration Nick!

@madtom67 10 месяцев назад

Fantastic work! 🤩

@bogdantrach 10 месяцев назад

Absolutely crushed it! So great to enjoy this huge milestone and success vicariously. All the best to you!

@unstanic 10 месяцев назад

14:07 The detail is insane

@neilmacdonaldfilm 10 месяцев назад

Outstanding!

@michaelcoates7475 9 месяцев назад

Congratulations!! I am so happy for you!

@gallustannheimer2452 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for taking us along your journey. Fantastic!

@marcusoutdoors4999 10 месяцев назад

Delighted for you. Superb and very inspiring

@paulfield6815 10 месяцев назад

Awesome! What an accomplishment. Also, glad the building didn't slide down the hill.

@cmichaelhaugh8517 9 месяцев назад

Congratulations! Great show!!

@mlcovarr 9 месяцев назад

Bravo! Thank you for bringing us along on your journey. Job well done!

@andyroe7296 9 месяцев назад

Wow! Absolutely terrific.

@dpulte 10 месяцев назад

super impressed, nick - this looks awesome.

@fachiro1 10 месяцев назад

Congratulations Nick!!!!! Youre the BEST

@christopherschmidtke4752 10 месяцев назад

Wow Nick! This is incredible! Well deserved!

@liamhunter5994 10 месяцев назад

Great job Nick! Congratulations, hope it does well for you. Loved the video series, so exciting. Pictures look spectacular.

@toomanyjstoomanyrs1705 10 месяцев назад

So happy for you!!! Congratulations.

@NoddyShoulder 10 месяцев назад

Thanks and congrats Nick, you have earned all the success you get! And please continue on the location series, because seeing how your pictures have been made, makes me, in a way, part of the story. You know, without the back story the Mona Lisa would be just a painting

@tompoynton 10 месяцев назад

One day it is my dream to own one of your prints Nick, so glad you’re realising _your_ dream

@BeyondReality2 10 месяцев назад

So excited to see the gallery in the next month! Parts of this video were so heartwarming they made me tear up watching you through this process makes you realize how much you pour into this as an artist. Thank you Nick for all that you do, and I’ll be stopping by from Florida at the end of October to see these in person!