Capturing Nature's Essence with James Knill | Artistry, Exploration, and Raw Beauty
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Capturing Nature's Essence with James Knill | Artistry, Exploration, and Raw Beauty

Ready to explore? Tune in to 'The Truth in This Art' podcast, hosted by host Rob Lee and accompanied by today's guest James Knill, a South Florida-based artist, and self-taught freestyle photographer, who engages in an enlightening discussion with Rob, exploring his current artistic endeavors, inspirations, and more. With a photography journey spanning nearly three decades, James' work encapsulates landscapes, portraits, surfing, and street photography, all infused with his distinct affinity for surrealism. His evocative photos capture the serene harmony between humanity and nature, encapsulating the raw candidness of his subjects. Rooted in his passions for travel, exploration, and surf, James' work conveys the beauty and divinity of the natural world. Alongside his wife, James also operates the Amanda James Gallery in Delray Beach, Florida, a testament to his dedication to the artistic community.

During this conversation, we go in-depth on:

  • James Knill's artistic influences, spanning skateboarding, comics, and the allure of distant landscapes.
  • Unveil the podcast's exploration of James's oil-based masterpieces, as they encapsulate the unadulterated allure of nature's splendor.
  • Immerse yourself in the podcast episode's discussion on work-play harmony, unraveling how James nurtures positivity and inspiration within his creative pursuits.
  • Dive into the podcast's discourse on creative cross-pollination, as James draws parallels between his photography and painting techniques, forging a unique visual language.
  • Join the podcast's journey into James's upcoming artistic ventures, shedding light on his quest to illuminate the wild and surreal facets of reality through his nature-centric work.

This is a must-listen episode as James shares his journey and artistic process with host Rob Lee. James discusses his early influences, including skateboarding and comic books, and how they shaped his artistic style. He explains how he transitioned from photography to painting and the meditative nature of his creative process. James also expresses his desire to capture the raw beauty of nature in his work and inspire others to appreciate the world around them.


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Episode illustration by Alley Kid Art.

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Creators and Guests

Rob Lee
Host
Rob Lee
The Truth In This Art is an interview series featuring artists, entrepreneurs and tastemakers in & around Baltimore.
James Knill
Guest
James Knill
a Florida-based painter and photographer