Saturday, June 4, 2011
Wistful
There's a feeling that accompanies good photography. Anyone worth half their salt, takes the best photos when they themselves are in a good mood. Photography is about creating something bigger than yourself. I'm not saying that it's impossible to take good photos when you aren't in a great mood, but I certainly think it's impossible to take great photos. When you're in a good mood, that energy seems to channel through to the images you capture. The vibrancy and outright beauty of the moment.
All photographers can tell you about certain shoots they have been a part of, in which they felt, "on." The shoots when they seemed on fire and every shoot seemed perfect and genius. I think it directly correlates to their happiness.
With that in mind, may I present to you, some of the things that have been MY happiness in the past few weeks!
First, Mark, my love and fellow photographer was gracious enough to let me focus on him more than a couple times over the past few weeks!
Next, Chad Givens, a dear friend, asked me to do a photo shoot with him. This is one of my favorite images, seeing as he works as an Elvis impersonator. While nothing about the shot screams Elvis, I feel the idea comes through subtly. Additionally, he is the lead singer of a country band.
And lastly, Sarah Nester (though she'll always be Sarah Smith to me!) One of my best friends ever, and willing to indulge my trigger finger! I rarely see my best friends (ladies, you know who you are) and when I do, I can't even begin to explain how great a mood it puts me in!
These photos, they are examples of the great mood and feelings that have overcome me in the last few months. I'm happy, I'm content. And as a result, my photography is shining through.
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Thoughts....
I've always cherished photographs. The moments and emotions they capture, frozen for reflection. From quiet stolen moments to the most garish rebel rouser, all can be preserved forever.
For this reason I'm never happier than when I'm behind a camera. I can't wait to meet you, and to start helping capture your memories.
For this reason I'm never happier than when I'm behind a camera. I can't wait to meet you, and to start helping capture your memories.
About Me
- Gascoine
- Arlington, TX
- Ridiculous facts discovered by me! Occasionally peppered with rants regarding popular subjects or any other thing that happens to cross my mind.
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