Saturday, March 7, 2009

Learning opportunities & photos

I love taking photos and want to be able to take good photos more often. My desire to improve has driven me to search for learning opportunities. I have looked into some online photography courses, but haven't found something that fit my needs that was within my budget. Knowing other opportunities had to be available, I searched the local library and found some great books on digital photography.

I try to incorporate what I read into my next photo shoot, so I can practice the technique or idea. I have learned a lot about lighting, focus and composition. I am really excited to be learning more about photography and look forward to continuing on my journey. I can't wait to see all the photos to come!


I like old barns, something about them makes me feel at ease. I think it may be that the old barns remind me of my early years when my parents farmed. I spent many a day tromping in and out of our barn playing with the calves, piglets and my ponies. Those memories are something I will treasure forever.

A few old barns...











This barn was restored a few years ago when it was moved. It doesn't have the old weathered look that the others do, but I like it.

4 comments:

  1. Your photos are amazing. I feel like I get a short break from reality whenever I look at them. Just wanted to let you know that you are really very talented and I enjoy all of your photographs. Thanks for the very mini vacation.

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  2. Thank you so much, Michelle. I really appreciate your compliment. :) I try really hard to capture images that mean something to me, but even better that the photos mean something to someone else (you), too.

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  3. P.S. You won an award on my blog ;)

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  4. Hey, I've "awarded" you, too :)
    More great pics, love em!

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