Charlie Newman

Charlie Newman: Like you, I have had a lot of time to reflect on the past and think about moving forward in the "new normal". One of the highlights of the past year was making new friends in the FAR community. I truly have enjoyed the art you have shared, all of your comments, the suggestions you provided to help make me a better photographer and the kinship I have felt with you. While I am not putting my cameras aside, by necessity I will be dedicating much of my time to personal matters. As a result, I will have to say "farewell for now", but hoping to reconnect when circumstances change. Thank you again my friends.

Charlie Newman: Thank you to the FAR community for your constructive comments, your support and your votes. I am honored to have captured first place in the sunrise and sunset contest. Thanks again. Charlie

Charlie Newman: Unfortunately, I have had a change in my personal circumstances and have to set the photo gear aside for some undetermined period of time. As I am going to have to focus my attention and time on other matters, I also will not be posting or reviewing on FAR for now.

I will very much miss viewing your photos and art each day. I also will miss the support, encouragement and advice I have received during the past 8 months. Hopefully, I will be back soon.

In the meantime, stay focused and have fun.

Charlie

FanArtReview wrote to Charlie Newman: Bird on a Wire finished third in the contest "Birds Photos"

FanArtReview wrote to Charlie Newman: Leopard finished third in the contest "Alphabet letter L"

FanArtReview wrote to Charlie Newman: Congratulations! Lightening Strike is the new Traditional Photograph of the Month!

FanArtReview wrote to Charlie Newman: Congratulations! Drama on the Farm is the new Mixed Media Photograph of the Month!

FanArtReview wrote to Charlie Newman: Whale's Tail finished second in the contest "Nature Traditional Photo Contest"

FanArtReview wrote to Charlie Newman: Whale's Tail finished second in the contest "Nature Traditional Photo Contest"

Charlie Newman: Thank to all for your continuing support. I appreciate all of your comments and suggestions. Still on a learning journey.

Charlie Newman: Thank to all for your continuing support. I appreciate all of your comments and suggestions. Still on a learning journey.

FanArtReview wrote to Charlie Newman: About to Leap finished second in the contest "Takeoffs and Landings - Photo (a)"

FanArtReview wrote to Charlie Newman: Double Trouble won the contest "Naturally Cute - Photography (a)"

Charlie Newman:
I would like to thank FAR for allowing me to become part of the community.

In my first month, I have received some excellent reviews, ratings and comments all of which are much appreciated. In addition, you have been generous in your support, your guidance and your suggestions on how to improve my photography which is why I joined.

Above you have made me feel like a member of the family.
Thank you all for your time and your kindness.

FanArtReview wrote to Charlie Newman: Mating Game finished second in the contest "Loved Photography"

FanArtReview wrote to Charlie Newman: Lift Off won the contest "Take Off or Landing"

FanArtReview wrote to Charlie Newman: Flying Tiger finished second in the contest "Wildlife Photo Contest"

Charlie Newman: Through photography I have learned to connect with the beauty of the world around me. I have learned to see the beauty of nature, not only with my eyes, but with my heart. As a nature lover I try to capture the magic surrounding us. Through my eyes, I will try to provide you with a new window to the world.

Gary Snyder, the "poet laureate of Deep Ecology", put it into perspective when he wrote, "Nature is not a place to visit. It is home."