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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32 thoughts on “Three Line Tales – Apocalypse”
I had no idea the pic was this apocalyptic… Excellent interpretation 🙂
I had no idea the pic was this apocalyptic… Excellent interpretation 🙂
Thank you! You never know what lurks in tunnels 🙂
true 😀
I love this. I thought apocalypse too, but mine ended up being a bit closer to likely 🙂
Thank you! I look forward to seeing your 3-liner!
You’re welcome!
Great take,
Thanks for introducing me to Baron Samedi.
The Baron enjoys your company! I first met him through the James Bond movie ‘Live and Let Die’. Geoffrey Holder played him really well!
The Baron must be enjoying his rum.
Indeed he does, as it gives him the spirit needed to waken the dead! 🙂
😀😀😀
That’s such a different and interesting take on the prompt! Love it 🙂
Thank you! Great to hear that you like it. Zombies will be coming out of the tunnel soon 🙂
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Oh gosh. I thought this was a running race (I’m a runner). Interesting focus – good breadth ☺
Not my photo, but I agree that it is an interesting photo. All running from the zombies 🙂
Ha ha I like that reference! 🙂
Wonderful imagination. Never would have thought of zombies looking at this photo.
Thank you! Zombies are everywhere 🙂
Oh dear, I hope you are wrong.
I’ve seen this orange zombie all over the place 🙂
You really have a wild imagination. Never thought of people running away from Zombies while I look at the photo prompt. Nicely written.
Thank you! The undead are after us 🙂
Yes! Most of them.
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Well, THAT took things in a different direction…
LOL…the Baron approves!
A dark, dark take on the prompt – imagining all of those runners as the undead … Jeez. Great story
Thank you!!
My pleasure 🙂
Didn’t see that coming! Bravo 🙂 Always challenging my perception and making me think – fantastic 🙂