Everyday Moments
I’m fortunate to get out pretty regularly for some photography time. I’ve made a habit of prying myself away from the comforts of couch surfing and the frustrations of job searching to head out for a few hours in the evenings. It’s not always fruitful—sometimes I don’t take a single image—but it’s always 100% successful when it comes to therapy and honing my practice.
In February, I followed a prompt from Alex Kilbee’s newsletter, The Photographic Eye:
Ask yourself, “What am I trying to say with this image?”
Photography isn’t just about sharpness, lighting, or the perfect settings. It’s about telling a story—capturing something that resonates with you. Maybe it’s the quiet mood of a shadow, the joy of vibrant colour, or the texture of something overlooked.
Next time you’re out shooting, pause for a moment. Instead of focusing on the technical side, think about what feeling or story you want to convey. This small mindset shift can open up new creative possibilities and help your work stand out.
I’ve spent a lot of time reflecting on my recent images and, honestly, I’m still not sure what each one is trying to say—individually or as a group. But they all caught my eye for one reason or another: the gentle curves of three barren trees backlit by a setting sun, warm highlights catching on the tips of a different tree, a colorful assortment of rocks, reflections in a shallow puddle, and the dried cracks of desert mud. Everyday moments that hundreds of people pass by without a second thought. But for me, they sparked something—an excitement that pulled me into an evening of image-making.
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