I’m a fine art photographer who has a varied interest in subject matter; nature, architecture, objects and their potential for abstraction and a philosophical perspective that explores the human condition.
My vision loss is due to a congenital form of optic atrophy. My peripheral vision is blurred and the central vision is obscured by a white blindspot. Photography is more than a form of artistic expression but also a visual aide that allows me to revel in the exquisite detail that surrounds us.
I have a BFA in crafts from Virginia Commonwealth Univ. ’82. I had concentrated in woodworking and furniture design.
Read more about Craig in his interview as our inaugural monthly Featured Photographer. Craig’s work can also be found on Flickr and My Art Space.
Here is a sample of Craig’s work:
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Craig,
Really great work!
Greg
I am your biggest fan!
If you were not “visually impaired”, we would probably never have been an audience to your unique and brilliant photographic art.
We are priviledged to have you as a member of the “Blind Photographers” group.
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[...] Craig Royal: Featured Photographer | Blind Photographers – first of a new feature on Blind Photographers where one photographer gives an interview and shows some images. Craig Royal is a legally blindfine art photographer from Florida. More on Craig Royal. [...]
[...] Craig Royal: Featured Photographer | Blind Photographers – first of a new feature on Blind Photographers where one photographer gives an interview and shows some images. Craig Royal is a legally blindfine art photographer from Florida. More on Craig Royal. [...]
Hello,
How can i get in contact with Mr. Royal for an onscreen interview?
Thank you
Craig, I just saw some of your work on Yahoo. I am not huge into the arts but I know what I like. I LOVE your work! You are blessed and talented. I have never seen anything like this. It is amazing! Best wishes to you!
Beautiful work, you truly have a gift!
Remarkable abstractions – sculptural beauties
Vision impaired perhaps, but Visionary most definitely! Thank you!
I love it; it visually captures your attention.
Do you sell your originals? I would love to buy some to put in my home.
Thank you!
Cameron
I too saw your pictures on Yahoo like April.
I think they are beautiful. One would never have guess that you are visually impaired. The pictures Yahoo displayed were nice, but I love some of the ones pictured above!
The moon with the cloud is exquisite!
I look forward to seeing more of your art!
Your work is truly awesome craig. I saw it on Yahoo! news and wish I could know what exactly you were picturing to better understand your beautiful vision of the world.
Absolutely stunning, breathtaking and gorgeous photography!!! Craig, it is not you who is visually impaired, it’s we who have “normal” vision who are, those of us who don’t see the beauty you see and photograph. Thank you so much for your fantastic work!
Thanks so much for all of your kind comments! I have more current work on my Facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Craig-Royal-Fine-Art-Photography/102491443088
I plan on marketing my photos on Zenfolio so please stay tuned.
Craig Royal
[...] Craig Royal is blind but he captures his unique vision through the camera lens. These beautiful, ethereal [...]
[...] Craig Royal is blind but he captures his unique vision through the camera lens. These beautiful, ethereal [...]
Your work is abolutely beautiful. I know it was asked previously but I would love to purchase some of your peices to put in my home. Amazing. You have a gift, thank you for sharing your work.
Stunning!!! How do I purchase your work. It would be an proof for me and my children that you can do anything you desire if you believe you can regardless of the challenge.
Amazing pictures you got – saw the pics on yahoo. Thanks for shairing them with the world! You are talented bro!
mr royal your photography is beautiful you are blessed with such an exquisite and unique talent how does one obtain and buy your art work i would be so priviledged and honored to hang your prints in my home god bless you and continue such beautiful art work
respectfully
jackie tyson
you are a great inspiration of those blind people who wants to be an artist…
you are my idol…. even you are blind you push your self to make your painting great…
you are an inspiration….
may god bless you and continue your journey of painting towards the end…
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Your work is brilliant!! I cannot wait to purchase a piece for my home. Love it…absolutely beautiful.
Thank you for your inspiration.
your work featured on cnn is timeless for me. thank you for your hard work and dedication to your craft. where do you sell them?
Thanks everyone! I truly appreciate your comments!Prints are available at Zenfolio: http://craigroyal.zenfolio.com/
Amazing pictures, awesome job, great mission and lovely attitude
HI Craig!
Very wonderful images, thank you for making and sharing them! I wish everyone could see the way you do…