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Rattlesnake Grass
This image was taken over the summer while on a fantastic camping trip to San Simeon with some good friends. I played around with it a bit and wasn’t sure how I felt about the image. To me, it was a little random, which I thought was representative of California Annual Grasslands, but I wasn’t sure the random-ness created a good image. On the other hand, I really liked the curves of the rattlesnake grasses and the processing technique I used (it reminded me of a photo that had sat out in the sun for the afternoon). However, I wasn’t sure how the viewer would react to the image, because I was mixed about the photo.
At the beginning of July, I joined an online photo community, Weekly Shot. When I heard about Weekly Shot the concept really appealed to me. I was looking for an online photo community, where I could get feedback on my photos but I wanted that feedback to be done in a manner that was less about if they liked me and my style and more based on the image itself. Weekly Shot seemed to fit the bill.
Last week the theme for Weekly Shot was Ground Level. A few weeks back, I decided that I was going to submit images not in the hopes of getting “featured,” but shots that I really wanted feedback on how the image worked. Since this shot fit the theme, I submitted it. The feedback on the shot was mixed, but somehow it got featured. So now I open the shot up to a wider audience. Does it work?
P.S. It’s easy to leave comments on the new theme, just click on the comment link on the line right below the post.
Maytag Washer
Another iPhone capture of things that catch my eye. This time: another one of the machines I found at the Sebastopol Gravenstein Apple Fair. This old Maytag washer was well used and I liked the textural component of the “Maytag” label on the side of the machine.
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I want to apologize for my absence from the blog, I’ve been busy and have let my posts go to the wayside. While that is a lame excuse, it’s the best that I’ve got.
However, I’m excited to let you all know that the above image as well as another will be featured in the 200 Yards show that opens on August 18th. All the featured images have been taken within 200 yards of the host location (Heart near 24th and Valencia). This project was a challenge for me. The first challenge was the fact that 200 yards is not a large area (about one city block in either direction). The second was a creative process hurdle. While I have shot images on a theme previously, I’ve never been totally happy with the outcome. I’m still trying to figure out the creative process that works for me with themed shoots. Luckily this time around, there were lots of little details, some of my favorite subjects.
Both the images that I’ll be featuring are textural black and whites, because of that I chose a method of printing I’ve been wanting to use for a while, aluminum. I had them printed at Bay Photo, they arrived yesterday and I’m pleased with how they turned out. I’d love it if you would drop by the show and let me know what you think.
Weathered Gate
Another iPhone capture of things that catch my eye. This time: another photo obsession of mine, taking photos of objects weathered by time and nature.
Dragon Knocker
Another iPhone capture of things that catch my eye. This time: the contrast of the brass on the red paint.
Cheyenne super
This photograph was taken on my first attempt at taking photos for the 200 Yards project. I really am obsessed with taking photos of old trucks. They combine some of my favorite photography subjects: things weathered by time, things with texture, and things that have a story.
Ford Truck
Another iPhone capture of things that catch my eye. This time: an awesome old truck that was parked just outside my alley.
Tail Lights
Another iPhone capture of things that catch my eye. This time: This car is regularly parked in one of the alleys near my house. It’s always so shiny and pretty. Speaking of cars, the other morning I was walking to work and noticed the cutest little old lady getting into a totally spiffy purple hot rod. It made me wonder, when we are old, what will be the cool car of our generation?
Mail Slot
Another iPhone capture of things that catch my eye. This time: this cute little mail slot that I pass on my walk to my summer internship.
Succulents and Rocks
Another iPhone capture of things that catch my eye. I have a serious addiction to taking photos of succulents. But there is something about them that makes me want to take their picture.
Spot of Red
Here’s a new image for you. I found this hydrant on one of my meandering walks through the streets of San Francisco. I’m pretty sure I was in Hayes Valley.
