A photogram is a photographic technique that utilizes light sensitive paper without the use of a camera or film, enlargers or computers.  I begin with interesting organic objects from the garden and arrange them directly on traditional B&W enlarging paper.  The paper is then exposed to natural light and the weather (sun or rain, hot or cold) for long periods.  The exposed image is stopped, fixed and washed in a traditional photographic process.  The results are magical!  The subtle blending of light and shadow mixing with muted tones found within the B&W emulsions are unlike anything I have found with conventional B&W enlargements or with any digital and laser prints.  The added color from the transfer of the organic matter to the paper is always a surprise.  The subject becomes very painterly as the “ephemeral becomes the ethereal” and the short lived flower transcends the moment.