Friday, December 10, 2021

Talking Sunsets with William Robert Stanek - the Michelangelo of Sunsets

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In this post a brief Q&A about from a past interview with William Robert Stanek talks about Sunset Photography 

William, your unique perspectives are celebrated for their natural colors and stunning use of natural light. You've been called the Michelangelo of sunsets. 

"Well, yes," William says smiling, "It’s better than Mr. Sunset, I guess."



Yes, you’ve also been named Mr. Sunset, and no wonder your sunsets are breathtaking. What's your secret?

"Patience," William says, "I never rush when it comes to sunsets. I set up, watch and wait. I watch the sunset begin, evolve and descend below the horizon, taking pictures over time."

Your sunsets are some of--if not the--most beautiful in the world. The colors are mind-blowing.

"Capturing the perfect sunset, rich and deep, full of color, takes a great deal of work," William says. "Hours. Most people don’t realize sunsets change throughout the year like the seasons themselves and are also affected by your vantage point and the lighting."

Lighting? We’re talking about sunsets.

"I know sunsets are nothing but light. Except the perfect sunset depends on the sky, whether it's cloudy or has rained recently, whether your view to the sun is clear or partially blocked, more."


I guess that’s why you’re Mr. Sunset. You once said some of the most beautiful sunsets happen after the sun has set. Can you explain? 

"I did," William says, "and they do. Sometimes the most bold and rich colors can be captured just after sunset rather than before. Patience, always with sunsets."

Thank you for being on the podcast today. "Glad I found the time. Just as easy as you said it would be."

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Find William's fine art photography and prints from his original oil paintings in the online studios:

360 Studios - https://www.pictorem.com/gallery/360.Studios

1North Studios - https://www.pictorem.com/gallery/1north

Studio 24 - https://www.pictorem.com/gallery/24

Robert Stanek Studios - https://www.pictorem.com/gallery/robert.stanek

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360 Studios is the parent company of 1North Studios, Studio 24, and the creative studios of Robert Stanek. During their decades in operation, their family of galleries represented nearly 100 professional artists and photographers.