After my vision-loss I stopped taking photographs. Not completely: I tried a few times to use my digital camera but was so discouraged by awful results that I halted the effort. Those experiences hurtled me into profound despair. That was three years ago.
I'm feeling better now, physically and mentally. I want to resume photography. Even if the outcome isn't perfect. I always found the process -- looking at the world, considering visual possibilities and metaphors, seizing images -- to be creative and restorative.
My plan now is to work around my visual limitations. I want to re-capture both the enthusiasm I used to have for photography and the magic possible when using real film. There's alchemy involved in playing with silver crystals suspended in gelatin.
I'm gonna start by pulling out my favorite camera, a 1972 Kodak Instamatic 30. In my view the camera's technical deficiencies are creative strengths. They challenge you to think deeper, do more and explore the unknown.
Here are a couple of photos I made in the past with this kinky camera.
Congratulations on getting back to photography. I don't know what I would do without it. Photography has been a lifesaver for me. I am looking forward to more of your pictures!
ReplyDeleteThanks, buddy. I've always found your beautiful photos to be inspiring. Keep up the good work!
DeleteLooking forward to seeing more of your photography. I've definitely missed your forays into photos. Your writing is always loved but your passion for photography has always shone
ReplyDeleteWhy, thank you! What a sweet response. I usually feel my "art" is lost in the wilderness of the Internet but occasionally, when someone "sees" it, I'm delighted. What a nice thing for you to say. :)
DeleteThese are lovely pictures, Ally, and I'm so happy you've decided to get back into photography. I'm excited to see!
ReplyDeleteThanks, pal. Your encouragement means a lot to me.
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