A Different View

Two of the best known landmarks I have photographed in all my years of flying are the Sydney Opera House and the Eiffel Tower. I have hundreds of photos of either. I still try to go beyond the tourist shot and strive to always find a different view.

The Iron Lady

The calm waters of the shimmering river

below, like a warm shawl

Embrace the shivering lady perpetually naked

against the elements

Her only attire, thousands of stars she seized

to dazzle all who pass by

As she watches over her people from the

height of her celebrity

DJP (The starry metropolis- Different facets of a tear)

Practice Is Key

The famous British photographer Rankin said that "if you cannot find something great to photograph, find a great way to photograph it." I try to keep that in mind when I am out and about. The truth is, no matter how great an eye you might have, inspiration does not always knock you over the head. Sometimes you have to "force" it a bit. It is a great exercise to keep sharpening your senses and really try to see things in a different light or from a different angle. The goal is to end up with a "unique" picture that will make the viewer stop.