Laura’s recent post got me thinking about the ways I try to change my perspective as I look at the world through my camera lens. I often find myself looking up, hoping to see something new. This habit has served me well during my travels. Often, some of the most interesting photographs I come away with are those I captured as I’ve strayed from the common path, and lifted my eyes high.
The light caught in the curtain…
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Wondering how those lovely flowers took root and grew up there, against the odds…
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Wondering who took care to place those plants up there…
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The intimate space of a balcony, from where one watches the world go by…
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The ornate artwork masquerading as a street lamp…
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All these and so much more are my reward, just for pulling my eyes away from the usual, and looking up.
-Eyes wide open, Chinwe
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Love this perspective, Chinwe – sometimes I am so focused on what’s in front of me. This is a good reminder to adjust my line of focus. Beautiful captures, as always.
Thanks, Azzari. I do too. Often, changing my perspective comes more naturally when I’m traveling. I definitely have to be more intentional during my everyday practice.