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David Welch Photographic Arts Fine art photography inspired by nature, a love of history & the masters before me. Fine art prints that tell a story & support a nonprofit mission.

After the Burn has received a Bronze award in the 2026 Prix de la Photographie Paris (PX3), in the Professional Fine Art...
09/27/2026

After the Burn has received a Bronze award in the 2026 Prix de la Photographie Paris (PX3), in the Professional Fine Art / Minimalism category.

This project began in the forests surrounding Lake Almanor and Lassen after the 2021 Dixie Fire. Rather than photograph the devastation as a documentary record, I began making portraits of the trees that remained—isolating them from their surroundings and approaching each as an individual presence.

The work continues to evolve, and I’m grateful to see the project recognized by the PX3 jury.

After the Burn
Bronze — Fine Art / Minimalism, Professional
Prix de la Photographie Paris, 2026

Under a dark Arizona sky, the Milky Way rises above the sculpted sandstone of White Pocket.This was one of those nights ...
09/18/2026

Under a dark Arizona sky, the Milky Way rises above the sculpted sandstone of White Pocket.

This was one of those nights when the landscape felt almost inseparable from the sky—the ancient forms below echoing the immense structure overhead.

*Milky Way over White Pocket*

I’m pleased to share that three photographs from my Echoes of Scenic series are included in Photography of Place, now on...
09/15/2026

I’m pleased to share that three photographs from my Echoes of Scenic series are included in Photography of Place, now on exhibition at Central Wyoming College Art Gallery in Riverton, Wy..

The photographs—Patriotic Tanks, Jail House, and Saloon—consider the remnants of Scenic, South Dakota, and the ways a place continues to speak through its weathered structures, objects, and accumulated history.

Photography of Place
Central Wyoming College
Riverton, WY
September 11–October 16

Two weeks ago, we gathered at Viewpoint Gallery for the reception for *Ghosts in the Glass*.It was deeply gratifying to ...
08/24/2026

Two weeks ago, we gathered at Viewpoint Gallery for the reception for *Ghosts in the Glass*.

It was deeply gratifying to see the photographs on the gallery walls—and even more so to share them with everyone who came, looked closely, asked questions, and joined the conversation.

My sincere thanks to Viewpoint Gallery and to everyone who helped make the afternoon so memorable. Here are a few moments from the reception.

The show will remain open through September 5th. Viewpoint is located at 2015 J Street in Sacramento and the hours are Wed-Sat 12 to 5pm.

Sometimes a single window is enough to make you stop.For the past several years, I’ve been returning to the abandoned bu...
08/01/2026

Sometimes a single window is enough to make you stop.

For the past several years, I’ve been returning to the abandoned buildings at Mare Island, drawn to windows where reflections, weathered glass, and forgotten interiors seem to hold both history and the present in the same frame.

Ghosts in the Glass is the result of that journey.

I’m honored to invite you to my exhibition at Viewpoint Photographic Art Center in Sacramento, where, for the first time, all 20 photographs from the series will be exhibited together.

📍 Ghosts in the Glass
🗓 August 5 – September 5, 2026

I’d especially love to see you at the Artist Reception on Sunday, August 9, where I’ll be in the gallery to talk about the work, the stories behind the images, and the remarkable history of Mare Island.

Every photograph in the exhibition is available for purchase. Each image includes two Artist’s Proof editions, matted and signed by me. Proceeds from my share of every sale will benefit the Mare Island Historical Park Foundation, helping preserve the place that inspired this project.

If you’re in the Sacramento area, I hope you’ll stop by and experience the exhibition in person.

Sometimes what appears broken is simply reflecting another time.

What remains after time has done its work?I’ve realized that’s the question connecting much of my photography.Whether I’...
07/08/2026

What remains after time has done its work?

I’ve realized that’s the question connecting much of my photography.

Whether I’m exploring an abandoned shipyard, a forgotten town, or a forest recovering from wildfire, I’m less interested in documenting history than in expressing its lingering presence.

This image, Echoes Through Glass, was one of the earliest photographs I made for Ghosts in the Glass. Looking at it now, I can see the ideas that would eventually define the series.

The exhibition opens August 5 at Viewpoint Photographic Art Center in Sacramento.

I used to chase the view — the overlook, the wide horizon, the recognizable scene. I still love those moments. But incre...
02/02/2026

I used to chase the view — the overlook, the wide horizon, the recognizable scene. I still love those moments. But increasingly, I’m drawn to what happens when I slow down and stay longer. These photographs from Escalante came from paying attention to smaller gestures: stone resting, wood drifting.

The landscape hasn’t changed — only the way I’m listening.

Spent the weekend immersed in the night with Todd Hido at the Los Angeles Center of Photography workshop "Into the Night...
01/13/2026

Spent the weekend immersed in the night with Todd Hido at the Los Angeles Center of Photography workshop "Into the Night."

Deeply inspiring to hear Todd speak about atmosphere, ambiguity, and letting photographs hold unanswered questions. I made this image during the workshop—drawn to the tension between illumination and obstruction, invitation and distance.

Grateful for the insight, the conversations, and the reminder that mood and restraint often carry more weight than explanation.

I’m honored that my image from Ghosts in the Glass has been chosen by the LensCulture editors for the 2026 Art Photograp...
11/19/2025

I’m honored that my image from Ghosts in the Glass has been chosen by the LensCulture editors for the 2026 Art Photography Awards Competition Gallery. This series continues to be one of my most personal explorations of memory, architecture, and the way light reveals what time has left behind.

You can view the featured photograph here:
https://www.lensculture.com/photo-competitions/art-photography-awards/2026?share_photo=8137922

Thank you to for this recognition.
Would love to hear what you see in this image — it’s one of my favorites from the series.

I’m delighted to share that Ghosts in the Glass is featured in the November issue of Novum Artis.This project explores r...
11/08/2025

I’m delighted to share that Ghosts in the Glass is featured in the November issue of Novum Artis.

This project explores reflection, memory, and transformation at the historic Mare Island Naval Shipyard — a place where history still lingers in glass and shadow. The article includes two images from the series and an excerpt from my artist statement.

I’m deeply grateful to the editors of Novum Artis for the thoughtful presentation, and to everyone who continues to follow this journey through photography and place.

You can see the full feature and learn more about the work at davidwelchphotographicarts.org.



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