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The Photographic Art of Mara Robinson

Conceptual Art Installations to Aerial Landscapes.  Cyanotypes to Hosting the ‘Is That Really Photography?’ Podcast.

From Conceptual Art Installations to Beautiful Artworks for You Home

Welcome to Alchemi Art.  I’m Mara Robinson, a professional photographic artist who loves creating interesting artwork using the medium of photography in all its varied forms.  That might be one of the early processes that use light-sensitive chemistry or a bang-up-to-date digital camera on a drone.

Photographic art can take many forms, from pieces designed for a specific location that is all about ideas to thoughtful pieces to grace your home.

Interested in Alternative Photography? then check out the

Is That Really Photography Podcast

Alongside creating my own photographic art, I also host the ‘Is That Really Photography? Podcast’ where I get to completely geek out on different forms of photography from the earliest to the latest.  Pretty much anything not currently part of the mainstream. I talk to other artists and photographers about what they do, their inspiration and stories.  Photography is so much more than just snapping a photo on your phone.  Check out the podcast and my amazing guests to find out more.

Is That Really Photography Podcast
Tyne Bridge and Baltic in Tyneside, make a beautiful pair of landscape art images

Starting Collecting Photographic Art

Collecting art, including photography and photographic art, for your home can be inspiring and a wonderful way to personalise the space you live in. Sure it can feel scary at first, but honestly, it can be a lot of fun. I hear people say things like, ‘I don’t know anything about art’ and they are put off. In my opinion, everyone knows about art, at least the only art that matters which is what speaks to them. One of my aims as an artist with Alchemi Art is to create beautiful magical art with prices to suit all pockets. You can start your collection in person at events or here on my website via my online shop.

Art in Durham Market Place

In the heart of the historic city of Durham in North East England you will find the market place.  Durham is best known for its stunning Cathedral which is a World Heritage Site but records first mention the market place in 1040 so it also has quite a history.  These days you’ll find all manner of amazing art, crafts and artisan food there for sale.

As one of the resident artists you’ll find me there with my photographic art highlighting the amazing North East of England on a Saturday.  Come along and say, ‘Hello’ if you’re visiting this.

Durham Cathedral Artwork by Alchemi Art
It was the perfect gift at the perfect moment! I love this art and the history behind the processes.
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from Durham

It’s not a Blog – It’s where I share the Journey…

Calling it a blog seems to be a disservice in some way.  I think of it more like my online diary or journal where I share my journey as a photographic artist and thoughts on all that entails.

If you’re curious about life as an artist then let’s travel together for a while…

Learn about Photographic Art.

for the curious...

I am fascinated with light sensitive chemistry and all forms of photography.  Over time this developed into a curiosity about art as well.  If you’ve a curious nature as well, then here are some articles I think you’ll love, from what is ‘Alternative Photography’ through to advice on starting your very own photographic art collection.

Cyanotype of an Allium Flower by Alchemi Art
Cyanotype of an Allium Flower by Alchemi Art
Lumen Print of a Fern by Alchemi Art
Old Vintage Wooden Camera ready to take a photograph outside
Historical Cyanotype by Anna Atkins from the first photography book
Collection of Cyanotype artworks by Alchemi Art frames on a wall
Equipment in a photographic darkroom for making cyanotypes
What is a Photographic Artist?
Learn About
What is a Photographic Artist?
What is a Photographic Artist?
What is a Cyanotype?
Learn About
The Cyanotype Process
What is a Cyanotype?
Lumens
Learn About
What is a Lumen Print?
Lumens
Alternative Photography
Learn
What is Alternative Photography?
Alternative Photography
Anna Atkins
Photographic History
Inspired by Anna Atkins – Cyanotypes, Photography and a Female Trail Blazer
Anna Atkins
Collecting Art
Learn
Advice to Start Collecting Art
Collecting Art
Cyanotype Tutorial
Learn
How to Create a Cyanotype Tutorial
Cyanotype Tutorial
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