If cameras could see (i.e., capture absolute versus subjective) what we see, we wouldn’t need our eyes to remind us of the beauty that surrounds us – but that wouldn’t be fun, now would it?
As we grow in photography, being okay with simple facts of the eye versus camera misunderstandings helps reframe perspectives in more ways than one. Instead, we see those differences as opportunities to have fun and seek out challenges to stretch our skills.
We begin to notice small things like a tiny leaf in the middle of the snow.
We take a liking to the lichen on a branch.
We notice a sun dog in the sky, right over the top of a tree, and zoom in closer.
We notice details in the trees of the foreground, but appreciate their blackening effect as the sun in their background makes them solidify in the picture.
We discover zooming in from a distance helps us notice unique details of each tree. Are they waiting for warmer weather to start just like us? Each tree represents their own stage of growth, yet they unite in a group with other trees to form a forest waiting to spring into action.
Did you notice how the snow in the photo above blended into the screen? My words added to break up the scene as we take a peek through branches to see the pampas grass whipping in the wind.
There’s no misunderstanding for me, I’m fascinated with discovering the fun of photography. And I’m secretly wishing I was taking photos of palm trees in Jamaica…but it is still fun to look back and smile at the memories captured digitally!
Inspirations for this post in gratitude for Cee’s Fun Photo Challenge: Leaves or Trees and Linda Hill’s OneLiner Wednesday: Misunderstandings
What do you love about the eye versus camera misunderstandings of photography?
Shelly i like how you narrate this post. The little things photographers see vs what the camera reveals. Awesome mix of trees and the seasons too!
Thank you, Robert, I appreciate your feedback!
I liked that photo of the lichen on the branch.
Thank you, Frank, I appreciate hearing your thoughts!
Oh these are beautiful photos for this week. Well done 😀
This is a great post! What I see with my eye and what the camera sees, are definitely two different things!
Thank you, I love hearing from you!
I’m coming with you on that photography trip to Jamaica!
Bringing my Canon and flip flops.
Your photos are beautiful!
Thanks for sharing.
I’m right there with you!! My canon and flip-flops (only tossed in the sand so I can put my toes in the sea!) are my go-to on the beach too. Thank you for sharing your thoughts!
One thing that drives me crazy about only taking photos with my phone is that it can’t always capture what my eyes see. Those are the moment that I put the phone down and simply enjoy the view. Nice photos, Shelley. I hope that the snow melts and it warms up again so that you can take photos of green grass and spring.
Yes, I feel that way about my phone, too! Great advice, Mary. I find myself doing the same thing often. Thank you, I appreciate you sharing your thoughts and wishes for spring to arrive. It just has to, soon, I just know it will! 🙂
I love the fact that we often see new details in photos after we take the shot.
Also, wouldn’t it be nice to save “mental pictures” of unexpected sights when we don’t have a camera with us?
Often, I wish we could just “blink”, save what our eyes see to a mental archive for later recall, sharing and printing.
Yes, I agree, that would be so nice. Thank you for stopping by to take a peek at my photos!