I find it rather humorous to be thanking Katy @grammyn and all those who voted for my submission in the last artist challenge since it involved a picture of a pile of garbage in the front seat of my car- something that never really happens in my life- yes it was completely staged! But I am pleased to be hosting the latest round of the Artist Challenge thanks to your support. During the Covid restrictions I’ve discovered several photographers on line via webinars and Zoom presentations who practice a form of photography called “Contemplative Photography” so I’ve decided to feature one of those artists this time out. Her name is Sarah Marino and you can read about her and view her work here:
While some of us are still limited in movement, this type of landscape photography doesn’t always require an expansive vista or exotic place- especially since it involves close-ups or macros. It can take place in your own backyard, in a garden on your street, or at the local park. The idea is to really look deeply at your surroundings and discover what part of that view is really speaking to you. I’ve even begun to formulate this concept in photos other than landscapes. I hope you enjoy emulating her work or making it your own and I look forward to seeing your pictures.
The challenge will run from October 9th to November 11th. Voting will take place shortly after the 11th and the winner will be announced on November 15th.
@jackies365 This is lovely- and you have time to keep experimenting too. My understanding is that you truly study why you are attracted to a subject and keep going smaller and smaller- so let's say I see a lake with some reeds along the shore. It's pretty I take a shot- but why am I attracted to it? I recognize that I really like the way the reeds are coming up out of the water, the reflection they make. I take a closer shot. But then I see that the reason why the reflections caught my eye was that the breeze was giving the reeds a rippled effect, as if someone drew squiggles on the water- I photograph that, and that is the contemplative shot. I think I see that in this picture- that soft hue, the shape and layout of the flowers and the patterns the petals make. You're on the right track!
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Thanks all- I think she's very inspiring. I'm looking forward to your entries!