A Touch of Pathos
Girl crossing, car turning - Santa Fe
A day trip to Santa Fe for our daughters and their friend who is staying with us … but I have had enough of Santa Fe for this year, at least photographically speaking; so what to point the camera at? Two years ago, in the same location, I experimented with extreme over exposure and out of focus; I liked the results then so I try that again today. I need to use more shots; the technique is unpredictable especially when you are not looking through the viewfinder! If people see a camera to your eye they either avoid getting in your way (the opposite of what you want) or just avoid being photographed (understandable). Holding the camera down from your face solves the problem but makes framing a little hit or miss.
I think I am going to love this image; it grows on me with each look. There is a hint of a Bronte character, standing on the moors looking into the distance, thinking of unrequited love. In fact the girl is crossing the road with a car turning in the opposite direction, it’s turn signal luckily caught in the moment. The camera was to my eye for this one; she is walking away and unaware of my presence.
Kala:
I love the blur!
June 26, 2010, 6:14 amMike:
Your comment is much appreciated. Of course I went off to see your blog in return and found something consistently beautiful. I feel a tinge of jealousy at the number of comments and therefore visits that you receive – your Etsy shop should do well – but I you recognize that your success comes from your discipline in quality, subject and regularity; all disciplines that I lack in my magpie approach. Your success is deserved, I wish you more of it.
June 26, 2010, 10:34 am