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Life, Values & Legacy: Our Chat with jim Trotter of St Louis County

We’re looking forward to introducing you to jim Trotter. Check out our conversation below.

jim, we’re thrilled to have you with us today. Before we jump into your intro and the heart of the interview, let’s start with a bit of an ice breaker: What is a normal day like for you right now?
I usually go to the computer, check my email, prepare for an photo jobs which are coming up.
I spend time learning new features in the AI imaging programs.
I prepare images which will go out on public display.

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I am Jim trotter a photographer- digital artist working from a studio located in St Louis MO.
I photograph a lot of business portrats. I am exploring the use of AI to inspire and create my artwork.
I have produced six books on landmarks of St Louis.
These are coffee table books which sell at the MO history museum and Schillers camera store.
I have pioneered the use of the Gigapan robot to help capture extremely large files, and up to 360 degree vistas.
This large file allows me to print very large images.
We have made 32 foot prints, in sections.
We copy and restore artwork and reproduce prints at my facility.

Amazing, so let’s take a moment to go back in time. What was your earliest memory of feeling powerful?
I remember making pictures in high school and was inspired to make more images.
People likes seeing the images.

If you could say one kind thing to your younger self, what would it be?
Name my goal, Think big, avoid naysayers, Work hard. Learn new ways to achieve a good piece of art.
Explore new tools to work with. AI, Gigapan, Large file cameras.

Alright, so if you are open to it, let’s explore some philosophical questions that touch on your values and worldview. What would your closest friends say really matters to you?
Jim is a art hustler. He works tirelessly to enhance his artwork..
He creates exciting artwork. He displays at many public places.
Jim knows how to use many digital art computer programs.

Okay, we’ve made it essentially to the end. One last question before you go. Are you tap dancing to work? Have you been that level of excited at any point in your career? If so, please tell us about those days. 
The latest advancement in the art world is the use of AI to influence new artwork.
I have embraced this technology.
I was one of the first photographers to use the digital camera, Four megapixel file size. Cost $20,000 for the Fuji-Kodak camera 1989.

Contact Info:

  • Website: https://www.trotterart.com
  • Instagram: jim_trotter
  • Linkedin: jim trotter
  • Twitter: jim trotter
  • Facebook: jim trotter
  • Yelp: Trotter Art
  • Youtube: jim Trotter

Image Credits
all images shown here were made by Jim Trotter

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