365 Project: February 10, 2017

Last night's full moon was indeed gorgeous, but I didn't photograph it. I enjoyed it very much and will photograph future full moons, of course. I had already photographed a scene that I am very familiar with, but haven't previously documented. There is a field access/dead road that intersects that paved and well travelled road that I use to go to and from work. My 365 project has been suffering over the last two weeks. I forgot to take one already. Many have been cell phone snapshots. On Friday I wanted to capture the sunset in the melting snow puddles. I stopped at this field entrance to try to capture the ruddy tracks traversed most frequently by tractors and large equipment.

I love finding beauty in scenes that a person would typically just drive by.

I am annoyed at how many signs get used for target practice. However, I do enjoy the opportunity to allow the sun to peak through and the vandalism allows for an interesting sunburst.

So far, I'm trying to maintain a photo a day at the very least to re-establish a habit. Hopefully I will find an opportunity to create a meaningful image more frequently. I enjoy trying to elevate the seemingly mundane things that I pass by every day. I hope that you take an opportunity to pay closer attention to your surroundings as well.

365 Photos in 2017: Installment 1

I've nearly completed 365 days of photographs before. I'm hoping to see it through. If you have an idea for photo subjects, leave a comment. I get photographer's block from time to time and welcome inspiration! Follow along, I'll upload images to the album here.


"What are YOU doing?" I like to try a variety of techniques while working on projects of this nature. Often I use my Canon M camera, it's mirror less and small, so it fits in my backpack or purse easily. I have it along more readily than my larger DSLR. I tried an approach called freelensing. You remove the lens and hold it in front of the camera body, but it remains unattached. This extends the focal length of the lens a bit, and by manipulating the location of the lens you can adjust the point of focus. Like using an extension tube, you reduce the distance to the subject needed for focus. So, you can get even closer to the subject. It's a little tricky to get right. But, I enjoy trying. I used the same approach to photograph a fresh chocolate cookie from the hotel lobby. The thing about this project, it makes time seem to go even faster. We're already over half finished with January! Keep checking back and we'll see how I do.