Documentary photography focuses on that which it pictures and sends us back to that very object or artifact - a piece of jewelry, an apple, a face, a tree. Fine art photography, on the other hand, does something of an entirely different nature: it sends us back to ours elves - a place intensely intimate which cannot be pointed to or objectified. Here we are alone; we are home. We are in that place where everything takes birth and flight. In such a place we suddenly feel whole again. The power we routinely attribute to things, in fact comes from us.
“Over time, my photography became less about the things I pictured and more about how light landed on those things. It’s a subtle distinction but an enormous shift in perspective. Does that make sense?” That makes total sense! You can feel that distinction when looking at a photograph.
I agree with you David! Photography can be healing for both the photographer and the viewer. The subject, the ambiance, the story... it is seized sometimes not with meditative purposes, yet it just does that. Inviting us into a moment and world.
These selection is beautiful, eye catching and quite graphic! I love when have a photographer has a eye.
Yes, I believe photography can be healing. And light is one of the main aspects. Couldn’t agree more with this:
“Over time, my photography became less about the things I pictured and more about how light landed on those things. It’s a subtle distinction but an enormous shift in perspective. Does that make sense?”
'Over time, my photography became less about the things I pictured and more about how light landed on those things. It’s a subtle distinction but an enormous shift in perspective.' I am learning to see the light and it is magical....this very morning, as I looked across a landscape that I am so grateful to have in my sight, I had this very same thought. Thank you for expressing ....so beautiful 🌟
I'm not a photographer but I still love to take pics of things I never post. It's a creative sort of expression, or a way of connecting to the world by recognizing the wonder in it. Super therapeutic!
It’s quite therapeutic actually!! Focusing on a subject rather than on stress or world events! It’s a treat! Even for a short walk, taking the camera allows the eyes to see and the brain to follow.
As a therapist, and photographer, 100% it can be a type of therapy. Walking around with my camera, noticing my surroundings, seeing something vs noticing it, is one of my favorite forms of self care.
Documentary photography focuses on that which it pictures and sends us back to that very object or artifact - a piece of jewelry, an apple, a face, a tree. Fine art photography, on the other hand, does something of an entirely different nature: it sends us back to ours elves - a place intensely intimate which cannot be pointed to or objectified. Here we are alone; we are home. We are in that place where everything takes birth and flight. In such a place we suddenly feel whole again. The power we routinely attribute to things, in fact comes from us.
I use my photography to help deal with stress and anxiety.
I suffer PTSD and am diagnosed full bi polar
My life can take many turns, but photography is my constant.
Recently I've focused on the Birdlife around my home in Lightning Ridge NSW Australia.
Have also been photographing for a recipe book for a local talent.
My next project, I hope will be focused on Opal mining and opal gems.
I gave mixed for opal for the last 20yrs and has been my Maine focus.
As im ageinI'm returning to my old world of photography.
This seems like a cool place to start.
Thank you.
“Over time, my photography became less about the things I pictured and more about how light landed on those things. It’s a subtle distinction but an enormous shift in perspective. Does that make sense?” That makes total sense! You can feel that distinction when looking at a photograph.
Bingo! 💥🙌💥
I absolutely love the texture of the second to last photo.
I agree with you David! Photography can be healing for both the photographer and the viewer. The subject, the ambiance, the story... it is seized sometimes not with meditative purposes, yet it just does that. Inviting us into a moment and world.
These selection is beautiful, eye catching and quite graphic! I love when have a photographer has a eye.
Thank you for sharing!
Once you learn to see and use the light, you are never the same. It's like discovering the world anew. The grass picture is a stunner.
Yes, I believe photography can be healing. And light is one of the main aspects. Couldn’t agree more with this:
“Over time, my photography became less about the things I pictured and more about how light landed on those things. It’s a subtle distinction but an enormous shift in perspective. Does that make sense?”
'Over time, my photography became less about the things I pictured and more about how light landed on those things. It’s a subtle distinction but an enormous shift in perspective.' I am learning to see the light and it is magical....this very morning, as I looked across a landscape that I am so grateful to have in my sight, I had this very same thought. Thank you for expressing ....so beautiful 🌟
I'm not a photographer but I still love to take pics of things I never post. It's a creative sort of expression, or a way of connecting to the world by recognizing the wonder in it. Super therapeutic!
Beautiful photos! ❤️
That with the rays going through the white flowers is amazing 🤩
Absolutely Andy, photography and imagery can be an ideal source of healing and self understanding. Good images and ideas here.
It’s quite therapeutic actually!! Focusing on a subject rather than on stress or world events! It’s a treat! Even for a short walk, taking the camera allows the eyes to see and the brain to follow.
As a therapist, and photographer, 100% it can be a type of therapy. Walking around with my camera, noticing my surroundings, seeing something vs noticing it, is one of my favorite forms of self care.
Awesome Pics