Great class - most of it is lecture and theory - but it all makes sense, and the techniques learned…read morework well, and make using my SLR easy. The instructor has tons of experience, and is very thorough.

Wow. As if the available traditional-medium art in the Triangle is not enough, there's also a…read moregallery dedicated to electronic-medium art of the camera. I thought having books of pictures would be a reasonable facsimile of the seeing the actual photograph. It's like any art form really, I thought. Through This Lens proved me wrong. Where a book can group places and concepts, a gallery has to be a bit more selective, I think. It has limited space and time to capture and keep your interest as it competes with other medium and distractions. And in downtown Durham, during a weekend festival no less, TTL managed to do it. TTL has photos from all over the world. All are visually stunning in their own way. Each with a message, sometimes subtle, sometimes not so much. One can see snippets of objects, colors, movement -- all moments in time captured by the photographer-artist. In this one small gallery you can travel the world from the reservations in Arizona to the deserts in Africa. It's a mini-vacation. The owner, Roylee was very helpful in answering my questions and explaining the technique used by a photographer of one particular picture that captured my attention. There was a color photo of a dried well, the tan walls a sharp contrast to the two women in bright saris, there at the bottom of the drying well. The description by the photographer added another layer of awesome. Another photograph, a black and white photo taken at an abandoned church in Georgia, was stunning. I probably spent fifteen minutes staring at it from every angle. It hadn't yet been hung on the wall so I was able to look at it from all angles as I walked around the table. The lines and shadows just drew me in. There was such an unexpected symmetry in that picture, it was hard to believe it wasn't computer-drawn. And so it went for my entire visit. .

Lovely but small photography art gallery and framing shop. I've only visited the shop for the…read moregallery portion and have yet get to get something framed, but it's a nice stop during any of Durham's Spring/Winter Art Walks or on Third Friday. They usually have several bottles of red and wine wines along with a complimentary cheese/bread plate for gallery guests during their special events, which is quite nice. The photography is from all over the world, many prints I'd recognize as South East Asia but there are also some lovely local Triangle photos and those for the nature enthusiast. I'd recommend putting Through This Lens on your gallery hopping list if it's convenient, but it isn't large enough and, after a handful of visits, I've never received a personal greeting to draw me back if it's out of the way. Through This Lens rents their space from Durham Arts Place, around to the right if you're facing the entrance and up the stairs.

Ryan is extremely professional and hard working. He has a vision for each and every picture he…read moreshoots, and he's committed to getting the job done correctly, whatever it takes. My husband and I hired him for our June wedding. From the beginning he proved to be extremely easy to work with, laid back, and always had excellent suggestions for us to consider. His contract is carbon copy, so you have a copy on the spot, which is something I've come to realize is a good asset from an experience with another vendor. Not only did Ryan take every shot we wanted, he showed up early and excited to work. His prices are very reasonable compared to other photographers from around the triangle. I can't wait to work with him again and will recommend him to every person I possibly can.

The Rudest man I have ever met. My son dropped two shirts off 3/4 weeks ago to be framed. He called…read moreto check on them.. the owner yelled at my son and told him to come pick up his jerseys unframed. When I went to pick them up, he was extremely rude to me and told me to get out. Please don't ever use this gentleman for any framing needs. He is 100% horrible and does not deserve any business. If I could him 0 stars, I would.

I called to discuss two projects needing framing work after seeing the store front in a nearby…read moreshopping center. We're new to the area and had been using a chain store, which does okay work, but I do like shopping local. When Sean answered the phone, I introduced myself and let him know I had two projects I wanted to discuss and asked for a ballpark quote on a double mat 16x20 frame with quality glass. I disclaimed to him I was aware there were numerous options affecting price, but I just wanted a rough estimate. Sean took offense to my inquiry and responded with "my shop is focused on creating beautiful frames for our customers who aren't dollar driven. If that is your focus, you're need to stick with [chain store]," and then he rudely hung up as I tried to clarify my ask. While I certainly appreciate an artisan who is dedicated to their craft, we do not live in a world free from economic constraints. The reason I was inquiring for pricing on this project is it is a straightforward standard size which probably would be fine being framed at a chain store. However, the other project I wasn't able to discuss is a full custom piece in an unusual size with an atypical art medium where price is much less of a concern and I do not trust the chain store to handle. I'm extremely disappointed with the way Sean handled my call. I left a voicemail with him clarifying my ask, but a quick check of Google reviews afterward showed I may be better off finding another shop anyways. His framing may be amazing, the pictures posted look very nice, but the tone he took on the phone is very concerning and I won't be contacting his shop again.

One of the things that drew me to Michael's work was the variation in poses, the contrast in…read morelocations and the diversity of his model base. Having worked with a number of different photographers, I have to say Michael has a exceptional eye. His creativity truly know no bounds. He can take what looks like a patch of grass next to a parking lot and elevate it to a magical moment or pose a room full of humans. From mood boards, posing and directing, to the final edits, he infuses his vision - - and makes you feel beautiful in the process. Seriously, his coaching and affirmations could be recorded to play when you're feeling down. The world is a better place when creatives can share their art and his is truly special, not just for the final creation, but for the connections and the way he makes people feel.

I have been using Memory Lane for all my picture framing for over a decade. As a professional…read moreartist I demand a high quality in all my framing needs. I have exhibited in many different venues in the region and the framing of my work is always complimented. Memory Lane Frames has over 18 years of picture framing experience. From textiles, batiks, limited editions prints and painting to shadow boxes, the owner Tara Dunn can frame it all.

Tara has done a great job framing art, mounting canvases, and repairing frames for me. She has…read moregreat experience and vision, and offers a variety of ways to help you preserve photographs, paintings, and many other objects. Take a peek around the shop to see some of the incredible pieces she has worked on!

I have been taking art classes with Lucy for 4 months and she is a great instructor. She tailors…read moreher teaching to each student based on how she sees they learn the best, and allows you to pursue your own individual path or work with others that are at your level. When you ask a question she takes the time to answer in a thorough way and makes sure you understand. She is lovely person with a great sense of humor, I look forward to my class every week!

This framing shop is a hidden gem. I was searching for a place to have a somewhat large print that…read moreI inherited from my mother reframed. I'm so happy I chose this one. If you are looking for quality framing and exemplary service then look no further. The owner is a very seasoned professional and seems to love his work. He was very helpful in helping me pick out the frame, mats and glass. My frame had to be ordered from Italy but it only took about three weeks to get my finished piece. it is gorgeous! The price was what I expected for quality and service. I one hundred percent recommend this business.

Does a great job and really cares about the art and wants to make it look good for you!read more