Nov 272006
I read an article that stated that photographers tend to photograph subjects based on the type of camera that they are using. For example, photographers with a view camera tend to select subjects that require tilts, shifts, and full use of the perspective controls offered by a view camera. I found that quite interesting.
To take it a bit further, I think that time constraints play a role as well. At least for me. I’ve always liked architecture photography, especially when it is done well, but prefer nature photography. Now that I’m back to work, and in the downtown area, I’m seeing more opportunity for architectural type of photography. Mainly, taking shots of buildings, statues, and art pieces. This is more of a function of available time and location.
Previously, when I was not working, I had plenty of time to get up in the morning, go to the woods, sit patiently and watch as the day, and the sunlight therein, unfolded. Going downtown to photograph would have been a hassle, or sorts. I would have to drive there, find parking, pay for parking, and then walk around taking pictures. Since I now work downtown, an opposing force takes place. I have to be here, so why not photograph? No longer can I sit around in the woods! I have to be at work!
I find that going out at lunch time and shooting is quite invigorating. It’s nice to get out of the florescent lights, see the sunshine, feel the breezes, hear the sounds, and smell the various odors of downtown.
Also, in the evening, when I’m heading out, the light is sweet. Sunset is at about 5:15 now and when leaving downtown between 4:30 and 5:00 PM, the light is just absolutely beautiful. It actually makes it hard to leave … but the thought of traffic is a great motivator!
So, now that my schedule has changed, my subjects have changed. I guess that’s called going with the flow.
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There you go, Paul…as long as you adapt, I know we’ll keep seeing great images from you. Here’s to great conditions for your city and rural shooting all week long!
work, the curse of the drinking and photographer classes.
Good shots.