Bennett Johnson
Digital Photography
Barge on the Illinois River
Bishop Hill Study
Freezing in Peoria
Harvested Fields from the Air
Joyous Sculpture by Preston
Keeping Watch
Weather Vane on Display
Biography
I am a retired architect from Chicago. Art has always inspired me, and photography has been a creative outlet for many years. My desire is to capture the essence of what I see, and to make the ordinary extraordinary. Being on the hunt and capturing the moment is my life pursuit. I appreciate being able to celebrate LIFE! Since moving to Peoria in 2008, I have lectured for OLLI and served on the board of Fine Arts Society of Peoria. I am currently a member of the Peoria Camera Club, CIAO artists, and Peoria Art Guild. I welcome visitors to my photo studio at Peoria’s Contemporary Art Center (3rd floor); my work can also be seen at in various art galleries in the area.
Artist Statement
Barge on the Illinois River
Art has always inspired me, and photography has been my creative outlet for many years. My focus varies widely based on what moves me at the time
Bishop Hill Study
This serene corner in a historic building in nearby Bishop Hill speaks to me of the dignity and hard work of the people who built their community.
Freezing in Peoria
Here I celebrate the contrasts of sunlight and clouds above the industrial history of our community.
Harvested Fields from the Air
Seeing the local landscape from the air, from a bird's-eye view, reshapes how we perceive our environment.
Joyous Sculpture by Preston
Preston Jackson is a local treasure, and his sculptures tell the stories of our shared history.
Keeping Watch
This fox proved to be a perfect subject as I photographed at Wildlife Prairie Park.
Weather Vane on Display
Humble human creativity shines at the heights, the shadows of the past are appreciated by those who take the time to look for them.
