Thought I’d have a bit of fun with the title here. Something my literature buffs will likely appreciate. Today, as you may have guessed, I’m going to touch on playing the angles and perspectives. My regulars, like Mona, Mary and Judy, (all great photo blogs worth a visit,) have heard me rant about how I don’t want to capture a scene or a subject as it is, I want to capture it how I imagine it in my head (scary, I know.)
Here’s the scene I had to work with. I was out for a walk with my very good friend and occasional assistant Jessica when this bridge caught my eye. I liked the long winding path on the other side and the steep grass bank. The texture across the whole bridge was fascinating and the light made it pretty intriguing. I dialed in my settings and took this.
I worked a few different angles that I didn’t really like but then I got another snap I really liked under the bridge. The pattern on the wall really jumped out at me, I’m huge on patterns and textures. The red dirt, diagonal shadow, and the hints of graffiti to the left gave the frame more depth and intrigue. It’s good to have an image with a few things going on as long as you don’t get too distracted by what is happening. In one of my star fort posts, I talked about every shot needing a hero. For me, the pattern was the hero and the red dirt played a lead supporting role. 
Another great tip to keep in the back of your mind while you’re in the field is to look up. Most of us are very aware of what is in front of us, mildly aware of our peripherals, passively aware of what’s behind us, and oblivious to what is above us. Next time you’re shooting, challenge yourself to look up every now and then and try to get a good snap. If you get something worth sharing on your blog, track back to this post with a link so I’ll know to come and check it out.
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Thanks and God Bless! -Arley
I like textures and patterns as well. I’m glad you’re enthusiastic about your blogging. You have a lot to share and I wish you well.
Thanks, I appreciate you stopping by!
I took a long walk along a trail last weekend and came across a bridge kind of like the one pictured. I wasn’t pleased with any of the images I captured, but am super excited to get back out there and try it again after reading this. The suggestion to look up is a good one!
Thanks Shutterbug Sage, glad you’re motivated to give it another go!
Perfect timing…..the assignment from my photo class this week is perspective.
Sweet angle!
BE ENCOURAGED! BE BLESSED!
Patterns and textures are a big hit with me, also. I smile to myself every time I stop and point my camera at a wall. I wonder how outside observers interpret that? After all, it’s just a wall. There’s nothing there. Haha.
lol, I love thinking about how other people are looking at me, It’s almost the best part, lol
Arley, I love what you said about looking around..I am always so focus on what I want to capture I never take the time to just be still and look around. Thanks for the tip..and I love this photo especially the little orange outline on the brick..
Haha, I’m glad someone else noticed that too. I thought it was funny but I didn’t want to draw attention to it
I am really enjoying your blog! Thanks.
Thanks Mary, glad you stopped by!
Thanks for the reminder to look up – can lead to an interesting picture as you have shown.
Definitely
thanks for stopping by!
I’m a great lover of patterns, texture & light, but it’s not easy to persuade followers with this wonderful simplicity of the small details.
I’m big on simplicity, I think some photographers try to cram too much into one picture. Sometimes it looks really good but sometimes it just takes away from the best part of the picture
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Thanks Judy, I appreciate that. It was very thoughtful of you!
great textures!
Thanks again!
Heh. Good advice!
Thanks Josy, glad you enjoyed it