photo credit: Edgar Miller Images

The son of an oil executive, Miller’s family’s circumstances meant his childhood was spent traveling the globe and living in some of the most beautiful and exotic places in the world. Born in Port Arthur, Miller has lived in Dakar, the Canary Islands, Spain, Singapore, Cairo, Texas, and Alaska, while the family traveled throughout Europe, Africa, North America, South America, and Asia. This peripatetic existence very likely accounts for Miller’s magnetism.

Aside from his family history, Miller is a modern-day Renaissance man whose interests encompass both art and science. In fact, he was a pre-med major at Lamar University, and he worked as an EMT on an ambulance. While those experiences ultimately worked to move him towards a career in art, he still dabbles in science. “In 1986, I photographed Haley’s Comet. After that I really got into astronomy as a hobby I can photograph,” says Miller.

photo credit: Edgar Miller Images

As for the arts, Miller says he both draws and paints, but he really loves the immediacy of photography. “My father was my biggest influence when it came to getting into photography. Because we travelled all the time, he was always taking photos and teaching me about it. I even broke one of his cameras once when I was a kid.”

In 1978, Miller was introduced to the dark room and fell in love with the process of developing his film and printing his photos. This clearly spoke to his love of science as well. “I was really into chemistry at the time, so that process really spoke to me.”

At Lamar, Miller was taught and mentored by renowned photographer Keith Carter. “He was a huge influence on me. Keith helped me to understand poetic imagery and the power of a photograph,” says Miller. “For me, photos are powerful because they help people remember.”

Now Miller teaches others how to take photographs that are worth remembering. Having spent several years working and teaching at Fort Worth Camera, last year Miller opened his own studio in the Near Southside. Here he pursues his art as well as commercial photography and portraiture. Perhaps most importantly to the rest of us, though, is that Miller teaching. He teaches all aspects of photography to the novice as well as the accomplished photogs. He even arranges curated trips to stunning locations like the Palo Duro Canyon and the Davis Mountains, where unique landscapes and fathomless night skies offer endless opportunities for sublime photography of images that are worth remembering.

Madeworthy is thrilled to partner with Edgar Miller Images on an upcoming photography show called 1000 Words. Originally scheduled for Spring Gallery Night, 1000 Words was postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic and subsequent shutdown. The show will be held at the space next to REI at Waterside and will coincide with Fall Gallery Week. Opening night is Saturday, September 12, from4 pm to 9 pm, with further opportunities to view on Sunday, September 13, from 3pm to 6pm, and Saturday, September 19, from 5pm to 8pm at Waterside, 5924 Convair Dr., Suite 420.

Other photographers include:

photo credit: Aubrey Guthrie II

Retire physician Aubrey Guthrie II has been taking photographs since he was 10. Influenced by Ansel Adams and his Zone System, Guthrie had his own dark room for years before moving to digital photography. He belongs to an art group called Professional Art Group made up of 15 artists that make their living at art with him as the exception. He also belongs to an international photography group called Shootapalooza that meets twice a year in various locations and has about 80 photographers who practice many forms of alternative processes.

photo credit: Chip Tompkins

Chip Tompkins is a filmmaker and photographer based in Fort Worth, Texas. In his work, Chip seeks to translate creative inspiration into new realities for the viewer. Tompkins is best known for his direction of the acclaimed music video “Coming Home” by the Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter Leon Bridges. Chip works to advance poetic storylines using experimental methods. He applies these experiences to every project he takes on, including documentaries, short films, and commercial work.

Exhibiting as well are:

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Fort Worth Fall Gallery

For the first time, Fort Worth’s Fall Gallery Night on Sept. 12th will transform into Fall Gallery Week! To encourage smaller crowds and visitor safety, the Fort Worth Art Dealers Association invites you to explore participating venues from Saturday Sept. 12th – Saturday Sept. 19th. This week-long event allows you to stroll through an enormity of cultural richness that both national and local artists have to offer. To prepare for the event and to view the list of participating venues head over to https://fwada.com/gallerynight/

Tour Weston Gardens

Fondly described as “English Gardens, Texas Style”, Weston Gardens is a beautiful estate who’s architectural and garden design takes you back in time. While September is still a bit early to enjoy their festive pumpkin exhibit, there is always something in bloom around their stunning demonstration gardens. Across the street from their historic venue is their unique garden center where you can shop an endless variety of Texas native plants and more. For more information, visit their website at www.westongardens.com

Beignet Pop-up

Enjoy beignets, ice cream, and more on September 5, at the Dusty Beignet’s Beignets & Ice Cream Pop-Up at 105 South Main Street. For tickets to this ‘sweet’ event, head over to

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Get Ready, Get Set, Run!

Grab your favorite running shoes and get your run on! The annual 5K and 10K are back for the Fort Worth Runners Club’s annual Labor Day event. This year, they are taking things virtually in efforts to reduce the spread of COVID-19 rather than gathering as a group along the Trinity Trail. The event will go from September 4-7, and you can register here: https://labordayrun.athlete360.com/

Enjoy Afternoon Tea in the Garden

On September 12, the Fort Worth Botanic Garden is hosting an afternoon tea! After wandering through the beautiful gardens, you will sample three locally sourced teas (from Leaves Book and Tea Shop), along with dainty savories and sweets for each course. The cost is $45 for adults and $35 for children. To reserve your place, call Connar Scott at 817-366-1100 because space is limited.

Help Keep North Texas Clean

The Tarrant Regional Water District’s Trash Bash now stretches across North Texas and across two days! From Lake Bridgeport to Cedar Creek Lake, you can help keep your favorite recreation areas clean on September 19 and 20. Register at https://www.trwd.com/trashbash/?fbclid=IwAR2ykF60-UGYP7IknF43FAlO5AQ8vPYAAMg9jQj5bXCJJ1iwhKF6jQUh2ZY.

An Artistic Book Club

Did you know that the Amon Carter has a book club? It does. Bookish is a quarterly book club that focuses on art and literature. This quarter’s featured book is The Art of Forgery: The Minds, Motives, and Methods of Master Forgers by Noah Charney. Due to COVID-19, Bookish is now virtual. To learn more and to register, click here: https://www.cartermuseum.org/events/virtual-bookish-art-forgery

Wishing you all a very safe, and fun-filled September! See y’all around the Fort!

Gretta Hendricks is a multidisciplinary creative who has been a chocolatier, baker, birth-doula, performance artist, and freelance writer, although her favorite job to-date has been becoming a first-time mama to her beautiful rainbow baby, Ofelia, born in January of 2020. Gretta has enjoyed writing for as long as she can remember and is passionately interested in the ways she can both learn and share from the art of storytelling. Alongside her husband and daughter, she loves living in and exploring Fort Worth as well as pouring into her church and local community.

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