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The Jim Haley Collection

In the past 15 years I have had many opportunities to photograph dancers for recital portraits, on stage performing, and best of all, in my studio. This collection includes some of that work. However, each image in this collection has its own unique impact and its own story. I did not limit myself to any particular subjects or themes, though I have certain preferences. Dance and dancers is featured, but I also have other portraits, outdoor scenics, wildlife, and still life photography.
In this collection we have the wrinkled, dried roses that, after more than a year, still hold the color from the dyes they were fed. Their beauty holds up even with age, but with a touch of sadness. We also have a patriotic message from the image of the U.S. Navy Blue Angels flying in concert with the moon. We have all seen the battleship U.S.S Alabama, but under these dark clouds and dramatic lighting she appears as if she is somehow back in the fighting again. The portraits and dancers all have a beauty and grace the speaks for itself. All I will say for the remainder is only to look and see what you can find!

Atmospheric

Atmospheric

Attitude Derriere

Attitude Derriere

Blue Angels Up Close

Blue Angels Up Close

Brass and Bronze

Brass and Bronze

But Dad!

But Dad!

Canoe in Icy Water

Canoe in Icy Water

Chasing the Light

Chasing the Light

Contemplating Motion

Contemplating Motion

Flying the Blue Organza

Flying the Blue Organza

Friendly Gathering of Hummingbirds

Friendly Gathering of Hummingbirds

Glassware in Red

Glassware in Red

Head to Head Competition

Head to Head Competition

Hummer versus Wasp

Hummer versus Wasp

In Formation with the Moon

In Formation with the Moon

It's That Ankle!

It's That Ankle!

Little Dancers Coming on Stage

Little Dancers Coming on Stage

Mendenhall Glacier, Alaska

Mendenhall Glacier, Alaska

Mysterious Tatooed Girl

Mysterious Tatooed Girl

Nature's Fireworks

Nature's Fireworks

Passe

Passe