Tuesday
Dec212010
civilized ku # 800 ~ random thoughts / on seeing
Tuesday, December 21, 2010 at 11:17AM 
Fireplace mantle • click to embiggen
...with most of my photographs, the subject appears as a found object, something discovered, not arranged by me. I usually have an immediate recognition of the potential image, and I have found that too much concern about matters such as conventional composition may take the edge off the first inclusive reaction. ~ Ansel Adams
More evidence for the idea of "keeping it simple", picture making wise, in order to better connect with your referent, that "first inclusive reaction", and the "immediate recognition of the potential image". As the saying goes, "just do it".
Reader Comments (1)
On reflection, I have four ways of generating the idea for an image:
1. Most are found, as described by Mr Adams.
2. Next, some are found but have a timing element: typically people or animal shots where I'll wait for the right moment or take a series of shots (to pick out one).
3. Then, some are found but require some thought & effort re position & framing to achieve an interesting image.
4. Lastly, I'll need an photo of something in particular and I'll go out and find it.