More Photographs from Project 4

I had a great time hunting down these shots in all kinds of weather.  The photo of the field may help me find my next photography subject for project 5, but as for now, the subject is still evolving.  The field pictures were shot not too long before sunset which created the interesting shadows and colors.  I'd like to thank the farmers for not plowing straight lines, as it adds interest to my picture!

I love this photo... it looks fluffy and inviting.

This was taken in the rain, obviously, as you can see the raindrops streaking behind the wire.  Almost looks like someone was trying to escape with the strands of hair stuck in the wire.

Photo by Doug Menuez

On the Life website, Doug Menuez gives tips on taking photos of your travels.  One of his photos was taken through a curtain, which makes the picture look like a tapestry.
http://www.life.com/gallery/66531/image/ugc1332901/make-your-travel-photos-great

Project 4

Project 4 has a "Sense of Place" theme, and I picked the rural countryside as a subject.  The calf was so inquisitive and just stood there staring at me, but also keeping a close eye on where mom was.  The "tagged" cows were also curious as to what I was doing.  I think they are all hoping for a handout, but usually move on once I don't offer them anything.

Florida Bill on Photographing Farms

     While doing a search for photographs of farms, I found numerous sites up in arms about the bill proposed by Florida Senator, Bill Norman in March 2011 that would make photographing a farm or its animals without the permission of the farm owner a first degree felony.  I must say, this concerned me quite a bit... I do not want to go to jail over a picture of a cow.  Bill decided to revise the bill and make it a misdemeanor if a photo is taken on the property of the farm, but now, a roadside picture is fine.

      It still makes me a leary about taking roadside photos, and I must admit that I was already a little nervous taking photographs by the road anyway.  It feels very voyeuristic, and if it makes me uncomfortable, what about the people that may see me photographing their property?  My intentions are innocent, but they don't know that.  I guess if there was someone out there to ask, I would take that opportunity, but when I am just driving by, looking for a good photo op... the whole process is more a spur of the moment situation.
Here is a link to the story:
http://www.tampabay.com/news/business/agriculture/sen-jim-norman-scales-back-bill-that-inadvertently-criminalized-farm/1158811

New Found Sight

I found Debbie Hartley's photos at http://www.betterphoto.com/, then I found her own website at:
http://www.debbiehartleyphotography.com/.  Her pictures are very inspiring and very close!  I love the photos of flowers and bugs that give an abstract look to the composition.  There are also some beautiful shots of spiderwebs and dandelions with dew.

My Sunset Photographs in October

I was too late to take photos for my project, so I played around a bit with my camera and the available light.  I love the colors... cliche sunsets and all!

More Photos from Project 3

I have thoroughly enjoyed this project!  I had a great time running around finding these rusty relics in our area.  As I have said before, I have a great passion for old, rundown buildings and signs, as well as dead trees.  For me, finding William Christenberry's photographs gave me a sense of validation for the continuing theme of my artwork.  I tried to give each building and its surroundings center stage in my photos, as Christenberry did in his pictures.  I found that timing and lighting were very critical in creating these pictures.  I can see this project will most likely continue throughout my life!