Jack R. Rupert Photography

Personal Statement

I am a retired Computer Systems Designer and Program Developer. Once upon a time, I was, also, a professional photographer with my own studio and darkroom. And I was privileged to teach art photography at the community college level for 4 years.

I found the arts to be much more rewarding personally than computer software development. Now being retired, I am back at my preferred craft, shooting, processing, printing and sharing the wonderful world around us.

Gallery

Credits

NBC's "The Apprentice, Martha Stewart", Fall 2005

Five B&W images were selected and displayed on the set for the TV show. These images were last on display at KB Homes/Martha Stewart on the east coast.

KALAMAZOO INSTITUTE OF ARTS

Entered and accepted in juried Annual Area Show for 3 years, 2 pieces each year and my pieces sold each year.

WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY (WMU)

Photographed for the university's Dance Department performances and personal portfolios for students. Images were exhibited around the university in various locations. Images were used in a brochure for the Dance Department recruitment as well as posters and advertisements.

DANCE MAGAZINE

Several images were published in the magazine for WMU articles.

KALAMAZOO VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Won colleges Purchase Award. Taught art photography classes for 4 years; Color and B&W.

OPEN DOOR GALLERY

Privileged to display a one man show of my work in March/April 2002, "Captured Visions of the Natural World". Sold many pieces while a member of the gallery.

Dance

My Background

I have been taking photographs since I was a teenager. I did not turn professional until the late 1990s.

KALAMAZOO VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE, AA Degree

WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY, studied for BofA for 2 years.

Many Professional Workshops and personal training over the years.