ABOUT THE ARTIST

Alan Maples is an architect and an emerging artist who lives and works in North Vancouver, British Columbia.

Alan’s architectural work is highly technical, driven by requirements of function and value.  In contrast, his photography allows complete creativity, an expressive approach where the only constraints are light and time.

In recent years, Alan has developed his photography through intensive self study, experimentation, workshops and photo expeditions.  His work has evolved from a straightforward documentary style toward more evocative imagery.  Currently he is seeking to capture the beauty of the natural environment in its manifestations as water, land, and sky.

Alan photographs locally in the rugged coastal environment of British Columbia.  He also travels extensively by car and motorcycle throughout western Canada and the USA to reach favorite locations.  For mobility, he keeps equipment to a minimum, using reliable Nikon digital cameras.

In his North Vancouver studio, Alan refines his fine art printing techniques, to create archival prints that express the rich tonality, color and detail of the original scene.

GROUP EXHIBITIONS

Celebration of Spring  2008  Deer Lake Gallery, Burnaby, BC

A Walk in the Woods  2008  Cityscape Community Art Space, North Vancouver

Water Runs Through It  2004  Ferry Building Gallery, West Vancouver, BC

Architect as Artist  2002  Architecture Centre, Vancouver, BC

Architectural photography  2001  Architecture Centre, Vancouver, BC

Architects as Artists  1999  Architecture Centre, Vancouver, BC

INFORMATION

Additional images may be viewed at:

http://www.alanmaples.ca/