Got a new prime lens but forgot to add the hood and UV filter to the order. That's what happens when two babes are in the background while you are clicking add to cart! Anyway, that means I'm paranoid to shoot with it much in fear of damage. Yes, I'm protective and particular. I can NOT wait to use it on an upcoming newborn session though.
I have been reading, webinar watching, creating inspiration sheets, experimenting in editing and shooting like crazy lately. You'll see me change a lot on this blog, facebook and my free little website right now. I'm finding myself and my style and trying to use these intermediate tools to the best of their and my ability. Eventually my goal is to have one professional site and my facebook page.
That said, everything is a balance. A balance of striving toward improvement but having fun along the way. Ultimately, I'm doing this because I love it. Another balance I've noticed myself struggling with lately is technical pursuits vs. emotion and style. My style of photographing my children, people, nature and anything in general has always been natural, non-posed and just doing what strikes me at the moment. I'm a sit and wait for the moment kind of girl. That has produced the best images for me over the years. A session doesn't exactly provide a perfect atmosphere for that but that style can and will still shine through if I am just me. After all, that's all I can be.
It's easy to fall into the trap of trying to be like others you admire and losing what makes your work a part of you along the way. I love looking at others work and notice I do connect with those who have a style like mine so it is good to see perfection in the industry greats and strive toward continuous improvement. Again, BALANCE! I'll leave it at that and sign off for now.
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