All wrapped up in my (makeshift) winter gear I headed out early in the morning to find a quiet spot in the snow. As I drove across the lake I saw the wind off the boat dock blowing the snow across the ever-so-flat field. Even up close with the wind roaring off the waves I had one of the quietest moments I'd experienced in a long time. Here's hoping you find a quiet moment too...
I had the chance to go to the arboretum recently and I was overwhelmed by the vivid colors of spring. Tulips in every brilliant color one can imagine. It was incredible... don't get me wrong, but there are days when I most appreciate the understated. Here is a subtle take on what was an overwhelmingly bright experience...
Okay, so not really. But practically. Milli is a rare breed of cat who upon the presentation of a camera (phone, point-and-shoot, or DSLR) will take it upon herself to automatically look away or run out of the room. She's quick, smart enough to play catch, and loves to be with me every moment of the editing process (either on my desk or the back of my chair). I joke that's she's a photog-cat. Now that I think about it, I don't like being in front of the camera either... so maybe it makes sense.
There are things in life I find insanely funny and then there are things that make me chuckle, stop the car, and take a picture. The following is merely a chuckle. I am in Texas which makes me somewhat unfamiliar with the whole snow thing, but doesn't it take a different type of precipitation for swimming to occur?
The first rule of focus is this: "Wherever you are, be there." -- Anonymous
I love this thought... probably because it is simple and focused in-and-of-itself. In photography I adore the use of selective focus. Whether it be the eyes of a child sparkling crisp and clear or part of an ornate gate, the effect is the same: "This RIGHT HERE is what I find to be most important". I wish I could say that I effectively use selective focus in all areas of my life. I'm not saying that the ability itself doesn't exist, only that I would categorize myself as one of those people who is still trying to achieve a semi-optimal state of focus.
Until then, I have my camera.
