About Tim Ruane
Tim Ruane is an artist and writer. He is a graduate of Georgetown University, where he studied English and art, and has worked as a chief copy editor in the editorial department of The Washington Post, where he has also worked as a freelance photographer. He has written hundreds of poems, two novels a number of short stories. His photographs have been published by The Washington Post, Simon & Schuster and The Good Men Project. He has shown his photographs at Potomac MD Public Library and is scheduled to be published in ShareArt LA, Circumfleks Magazine and Splinter Literary Journal. He will have an exhibition of his photographs in September at the offices of Prudential FedRealty in Washington D.C. Mr. Ruane lives and works in Garrett Park MD, just outside Washington D.C. USA.
One of my favorites. Strong composition and subject matter. This could easily inspire a short story or novel. Very nice.
Yes, write a short story.
Send it too me when you finish.
I’d love to read it.
I was worried that people would reject this picture for not being sharp enough.
I got spooked when I took it.
The woman in the picture didn’t look too pleased.
I’ve been called a pervert before for taking candids.
What’s that called?
Suffering for your art?
:):)
Yes but it’s the best kind of suffering (especially if it’s for the sake of art). When I was in New York last year, I took tons of pictures of people. Some were more than happy to pose for the camera while others were upset. I wouldn’t call taking photos perverse at all but if someone asks then I feel there is an obligation to share your craft. This is what art is all about – engagement. Whether it’s the subject or another viewer. If the subject wishes to remain a mystery, even better. Sometimes, the most perturbed subjects make… Read more »
Hi —
I just got this reply, I think.
It is cool to meet someone who knows art and has theories about it. I am still working on my theories.
If you write something inspired by this picture, I would love to see.
Take care. Good luck in your art pursuits.
Let’s stay in touch.
–Tim Ruane
Definitely! I’ve been trying to collaborate with different artists on projects. Obviously, I would love to write prose or something based on some of the art I see and experience. I will definitely keep in touch. Looking forward to seeing more of your work.