Pictures that inspire me
I love photographs. Reportage wedding photography has the ability to capture life and make it seemingly immortal - a small treasure of moments now past yet still alive in our memories. They bring back times and thoughts that we had long forgotten - but when remembered they bring a cheer and a smile to our faces. Such is the power of photography.
Photography is, therefore, a subjective matter - what inspires one person may do little for another. Yet, there are certain photographs that transcend this barrier and have universal appeal - beyond the people who are directly involved in the photographs.
I used to think the art of photography was the ability to capture great moments, to be in the right place at the right time: to be there when there is a great sunset or a shaft of light coming through the woods, illuminating a flower within the undergrowth. I then found there is another side to photography, the ability to look at normal, everyday situations and to create something timeless. This is what I love most about photography, to use creativity to convey the best from what is around us.
Here are a few of my favourite pictures:-
(above) I took this picture through the door window of the wedding car, and hence the reflections. The picture has an expectant look - a "I'm just getting married!" look.
I often find that flowers look great in real life but rarely make good pictures. This in an exception, for me at least. I find the contrast in colours and the sharpness of the picture very appealing.
This is a very simple but effective picture. The bride's figure is beautifully shown in a straightforward composition, with the holding of hands the main point of focus.
Children can make great subjects - and that is certainly the case here. These two children were more than a handful at the wedding and this is a rare moment caught on film.
A candid moment - but the beauty of the bride is stunning. The soft colours and focus add to the appeal of the picture, giving it a natural feel and attraction.
Photography is, therefore, a subjective matter - what inspires one person may do little for another. Yet, there are certain photographs that transcend this barrier and have universal appeal - beyond the people who are directly involved in the photographs.
I used to think the art of photography was the ability to capture great moments, to be in the right place at the right time: to be there when there is a great sunset or a shaft of light coming through the woods, illuminating a flower within the undergrowth. I then found there is another side to photography, the ability to look at normal, everyday situations and to create something timeless. This is what I love most about photography, to use creativity to convey the best from what is around us.
Here are a few of my favourite pictures:-
(above) I took this picture through the door window of the wedding car, and hence the reflections. The picture has an expectant look - a "I'm just getting married!" look.
I often find that flowers look great in real life but rarely make good pictures. This in an exception, for me at least. I find the contrast in colours and the sharpness of the picture very appealing.
This is a very simple but effective picture. The bride's figure is beautifully shown in a straightforward composition, with the holding of hands the main point of focus.
Children can make great subjects - and that is certainly the case here. These two children were more than a handful at the wedding and this is a rare moment caught on film.
A candid moment - but the beauty of the bride is stunning. The soft colours and focus add to the appeal of the picture, giving it a natural feel and attraction.
Labels: My favourites
posted by Glen Ford at
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