In the third installment of this series, let’s take yet another look at the world around us and see, if we can find a ‘Different View’; something that we may not notice in our daily wandering on this little, blue planet.
This past weekend, I decided to accompany my wife for herding practice with our youngest dog, and brought my camera with me for some exploring, which led to this view for inspiration…
Fence Tunnel
For those who’d like to participate in this weekly challenge, the rules are the following:
Write a post with an image for this week’s topic
Please use the tag #fpj-photo-challenge
Create a pingback link to this post, so that I can create a post showing all of the submissions over the week
Have fun creating something new!!
I’m looking forward to seeing your creative efforts!
Technical Details
This photo was taken with a Canon EOS 5D Mk III using a EF 100mm f/2.8 macro lens. Exposure was at f/11 and 1/60 second at 640 ISO.
A Fresh Perspective
Photography is more than just a vehicle for capturing the world around me; it provides me with a palette and a set of brushes, with which I paint not only what I see, but also look to express the emotions that are evoked by the scene in front of me in that moment.
Growing up in the Netherlands exposed me to a wide cross-section of visual arts that laid the foundation of my photographic view of all that surrounds me. Early influences were the Dutch Masters of the 17th century, to whom I was introduced by my grandfather during museum explorations; favorites among them are the scenes of quotidian life depicted by Jan Steen and Frans Hals and the vivid landscapes of Jacob van Ruisdael.
My classical high school education was supplemented by the Boijmans Van Beuningen museum, where I spent many a lunch hour exploring its great collection. Here I was introduced to surrealism with a particular love for the approach taken by Salvador Dali; Dali also rekindled my appreciation for the work of Hieronymus Bosch, who often showed the folly of us mortals.
Universal Connections
My approach to any photographic subject is to look for understanding first; in this I look to establish either a connection between the viewer and the subject or capture the connection of the subject with its surroundings. The captured image then aims to portray this connection from a perspective that is part of my personal interpretation.
This interpretation is often a form of externalized introspection, which may alternately display the connection of isolated beings and items with their environment or highlight the whimsy of the profound world, in which we find ourselves. The universe is full of connections, many of which are waiting to be discovered; part of my journey as a photographer is to document these connections.
Any assignment, be it an event, a product shoot or a portrait session is always approached through communication with the client; this is where the first connection is established. Ideas are exchanged and a collaborative plan of action forms, ultimately resulting in a set of images that aim to exceed the expectations of each client.
And, lest we forget, it is important to have fun while practicing the serious business of photography!
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25 thoughts on “Tuesday Photo Challenge – Different View”
Thank you! I’m trying to re-energize my photography by limiting myself to just this lens for a while, and I like the effect that it has on my view of things, thus far 🙂
Just discovered your blog from A Kinder Way blogger. So glad I did. I love photography and different views. I’ll be back to read/view more. Thanks for the beautiful imagery! http://www.dianeweidenbenner.com
Diane, thank you very much!!! You’re very kind and I definitely appreciate you enjoying my blog!
Frank
P.S. sorry about the disappearing post, but my blog setting prevents automatic approval of the first 2 comments to reduce the amount of spam I get. After 2 approvals, you’re in for life 🙂
So glad to have found your photography/blog. I hope this isn’t my second comment – my first one disappeared. I love photography also, especially different or unusual views. I’ll be back to read/view more. http://www.dianeweidenbenner.com
Amazing!
Thank you! Glad you like it,
Frank
A stunning image in its simplicity and angles!
Thank you! I’m trying to re-energize my photography by limiting myself to just this lens for a while, and I like the effect that it has on my view of things, thus far 🙂
Wow! This photo is awesome!
Thank you kindly!
Frank
Congratulation! This is a fantastic image! 🌞
Thank you very much!
Fantastic photo. Can’t wait to join the challenge. I’m sharing this in my Posts of Note today!
Thank you! I’m looking forward to see what you come up with this week!!
What an interesting shot. Love the perspective.
Thank you! Tunneling is fun 🙂
Great photo! This weeks challenge really has me thinking.
Thinking is good, but going for a saunter with your camera and keeping an eye out for an unusual perspective is ever better 🙂
Looking forward to what you come up with this week!
Just discovered your blog from A Kinder Way blogger. So glad I did. I love photography and different views. I’ll be back to read/view more. Thanks for the beautiful imagery! http://www.dianeweidenbenner.com
Diane, thank you very much!!! You’re very kind and I definitely appreciate you enjoying my blog!
Frank
P.S. sorry about the disappearing post, but my blog setting prevents automatic approval of the first 2 comments to reduce the amount of spam I get. After 2 approvals, you’re in for life 🙂
So glad to have found your photography/blog. I hope this isn’t my second comment – my first one disappeared. I love photography also, especially different or unusual views. I’ll be back to read/view more. http://www.dianeweidenbenner.com
You’re set now 🙂 Thank you for being persistent!!
Thanks. I think I have it. Will try and do your next week’s prompt. I’m a bit behind for this week.
I’ll be sure to try and come up with something that inspires! 🙂
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