Thank you for taking the time to look at my work, I hope you enjoy the images.

My love of photography began at a very young age when I joined my first camera club at primary school aged 9. I remember my first picture being of a very small snowman made from the last of the winter's snow!

I was born in Dartmouth, Devon but now live in Cornwall. As I grew up my passion for photography became an obsession. I read every photography book I could lay my hands on and after a lot of wasted film and frustrations I slowly became to understand the sheer beauty and self-expression that photography could offer.

My work has changed considerably over the years moving from a documentary style into what I hope are pictures that say a little more about me and my personal vision. If I were to describe what sort of photographer I am I would call myself an expressionist. I approach my photography as a painter may approach a canvas, using digital images as my paints and my computer as my canvas. To me the picture has only just begun when I click the shutter.

I embrace new technologies and am fascinated with the creative possibilities that this medium offers, however I still adhere to the principles of quality and precision that film based photography and printing has taught me. Today's technology with yesterday's values.

My inspiration comes from many sources such as music, poetry, great artists from the past but mainly from the sheer mystery and beauty of our natural world.

In 1992 I attended Newport School of Art and Design where I successfully completed an HND in Documentary photography and in 2007 I was awarded 'Associate of The Royal Photographic Society'.

I have worked professionally as a darkroom technician, hand printing cibachromes and black and white photographs, so I really appreciate what a good print should look like. Quality is of paramount importance to me when I sell my work.

I print all my own photographs using an Epson Stylus Pro 3800 using genuine Epson K3 Ultrachrome inks and Hahnemuhle Baryta 350gsm paper.
The combination of paper and inks gives a wonderful result that will last for many years if cared for properly.

MOSAICS & PAINTINGS

Mosaics, the new adventure!

I started making the mosaics a couple of months ago (May 2011) and am completely addicted.
My partner, Alan runs a stained glass business (www.angelstainedglass.co.uk) and it seemed a shame not to try and use his scrap glass in some form or another.

I use mirrors in my work and the effect is amazing. The pieces glow with colour, change their look in different light and almost have a 3d quality about them.

If you would like something made to your specifications please contact me for a chat :) I love commisssions :))

Paintings (acrylic on box canvas)

Painting has always been a passion of mine and this year I decided I would give acrylics a go. They work wonderfully for me and I am very pleased with the results and have received very positive feedback from my customers.
Again I am available for commissions and charge very reasonable prices for my work.

I look forward to hearing from you and any feedback would be excellent.

Thank you

Julie


EXHIBITIONS

1994 - The Watershed Bristol. 'Anima Motrix' A study in black and white on the theme the hidden spirits and faces of nature.

1994 - Photo fusion Gallery - London. Group student show. 'The Brecon Canal' Colour landscape images.

1995 - Coombe Farm Studio - Dittisham, Devon.

2007 - The Wharf Gallery, Tavistock, Devon. Solo Show. Mixed work. Digital art and straight photography. Featured in the newspaper 'The Western Morning News' Quote... " as close to fine art painting as photography can get"

2007 -Upton Cross,Liskeard, Cornwall- August 15th - 28th - Open Arts and Crafts Exhibtion.
10 pieces, various themes. Framed and mounted

2007 - November. Exhibitor. In aid of Macmillan Cancer Support. Newquay, The Bristol Hotel.7th-8th November.

2008 - March. The Wharf gallery, Tavistock Devon. Solo show. Julie Routley ARPS - Digital Art/photography

2008 August. The Museum of Dartmoor Life, Okehampton.Devon. Photofusions and Pam Kemp.
Digital and traditional photography.
21st August to 6th September

November 2010 - The Wharf Gallery, Tavistock, Devon.
November.
Quotes from the Wharf Gallery

"Julie returns with more examples of her unique vision. An unusual technique combining art, photography and computers." Julie Routley ARPS - Digital Art.

Exhibition Comments:

"As close to fine art painting as photography can get" Chris Burchell, curator of the Wharf Gallery.

"Remarkable, very interesting and pleasing to the eye" J Endacott

"So professional and beautiful colours!" J Eno

"Superb images" K Davies

"An exciting exhibition of creative artistic images. Very well printed and presented - congratulations!" R Harrison
"A wonderful exhibition" Mike and Jenny

"Beyond all expectations!" Lin and Nick

"Great ambiance, effective mood lighting, a great artist!!!" Jenny

"A fantastic exhibition" J Phillps

"Beautiful work" J Cann

NEW ****2011

February/March

The Lime Square Gallery

Located in Glanville Mills Shopping Centre,

Ivybridge, South Devon.

(Next door to the Post Office and opposite The Riverside Cafe).

Artworks exhibited and for sale.
Please contact the gallery on 01752 698119 or email them at:
info@lime-square.co.uk