Published Articles

This paper explores the vital role of association in interpreting visual art and photography. Drawing from the insights of influential thinkers like Minor White, Walter Abell, and Anton Ehrenzweig, it examines how viewers project meaning onto images through memory, emotion, and perception. Rather than offering fixed interpretations, association opens up multiple layers of understanding—making every viewing a personal experience.

Associations in Art and Photography

In a world saturated with flashy visuals and digital manipulation, Creativity Without Gimmicks by Stuart Oring is a timeless reminder that powerful photography doesn't require tricks—it requires truth. First published in PANTOMIME Magazine, this thoughtful piece challenges photographers to move beyond clichés and spectacle, urging them to find beauty through honest observation, emotional resonance, and a fresh way of seeing. Oring's message is clear: the most compelling images don’t shout—they quietly speak to the soul.

Creativity without Gimmicks

"Composition – the vocabulary of photography" by Stuart A. Oring explains how arranging visual elements like shapes, textures, and colors is essential for creating photographs that clearly express meaning and emotion. Oring emphasizes that good composition helps convey the photographer’s intent and makes images more visually satisfying and impactfu

Composition: The Vocabulary of Photography

Understanding pictures requires more than just observation—it calls for creativity. This article explores how creative principles can be applied to picture analysis and interpretation, offering new ways to glean meaning, form associations, and approach visual content with fresh insight.

Developing Creative Approaches in Picture Presentation