So I had my first formal photography class three days ago as an alternative class during the Arts and Acad Week, and I could say I was really inspired by the speaker, because I could see his passion show in his works, some of which are these (from his Multiply site):
Pretty good, right? I learned some helpful things from him; the most important, I guess, is not being shy or ashamed of shooting and showing others what you love. It was the perfect timing, because then, I was so I shy of bringing out Nicky because of reasons that might take so long to explain... Hm. It's complicated.
But he was able to actually push me to bring Nicky out for a short demo on shutter speed, which I enjoyed much, because I was again able to explore Manual Mode, something I haven't been using for quite a while now because I lack time to adjust. But let me tell you one thing: there is nothing as fulfilling as capturing a great photo in manual mode. That is every photographer's pride and joy - to see her own personalized settings give life to the subject. That's when you can say that the photo is truly yours.
Another thing I learned was pan - zoom and focus. This was a really cool technique, and I got to try it. But as with everything else, you don't always get it perfect in the first shot. Even the good one isn't perfect. I acknowledge, though, that it takes time. I'll keep trying. If I may, I'll forever keep trying.
I could say that I'm a photographer - not because it's a given for anyone who has a camera. I don't think of handling your camera and calling it photography simply as a privilege. I think of it as a right to be earned. Every photographer cannot call herself one if she is not willing to dedicate her keen eyes and passionate spirit to the art of storytelling in the form of still life. One must be willing to be dared, to be judged, to be criticized, to be imperfect, and to strive to call herself a photographer. She must have enough courage, determination, and zeal to transform a snapshot to a photograph - one of beauty and pride in her and the world's eyes. Photography is giving life and beauty to an immobile image. I could say that I'm a photographer, not because I qualify the above standards, but because I'm willing to take the risk and try to embrace the world that I have decided to tread on and capture. I'm not yet there; in fact, I'm barely there. But the time will come. It's my passion for capturing life that makes me a photographer.
And now, I leave you with four of my photos; all of which I took in the CAI room during my first Photography class:
(Aside: Prom tomorrow. Will blog about it soon. Mehe. My post list is getting longer and longer. Good night.)
Pretty good, right? I learned some helpful things from him; the most important, I guess, is not being shy or ashamed of shooting and showing others what you love. It was the perfect timing, because then, I was so I shy of bringing out Nicky because of reasons that might take so long to explain... Hm. It's complicated.
But he was able to actually push me to bring Nicky out for a short demo on shutter speed, which I enjoyed much, because I was again able to explore Manual Mode, something I haven't been using for quite a while now because I lack time to adjust. But let me tell you one thing: there is nothing as fulfilling as capturing a great photo in manual mode. That is every photographer's pride and joy - to see her own personalized settings give life to the subject. That's when you can say that the photo is truly yours.
Another thing I learned was pan - zoom and focus. This was a really cool technique, and I got to try it. But as with everything else, you don't always get it perfect in the first shot. Even the good one isn't perfect. I acknowledge, though, that it takes time. I'll keep trying. If I may, I'll forever keep trying.
I could say that I'm a photographer - not because it's a given for anyone who has a camera. I don't think of handling your camera and calling it photography simply as a privilege. I think of it as a right to be earned. Every photographer cannot call herself one if she is not willing to dedicate her keen eyes and passionate spirit to the art of storytelling in the form of still life. One must be willing to be dared, to be judged, to be criticized, to be imperfect, and to strive to call herself a photographer. She must have enough courage, determination, and zeal to transform a snapshot to a photograph - one of beauty and pride in her and the world's eyes. Photography is giving life and beauty to an immobile image. I could say that I'm a photographer, not because I qualify the above standards, but because I'm willing to take the risk and try to embrace the world that I have decided to tread on and capture. I'm not yet there; in fact, I'm barely there. But the time will come. It's my passion for capturing life that makes me a photographer.
And now, I leave you with four of my photos; all of which I took in the CAI room during my first Photography class:
I know they're still far from perfect, but I do consider them excellent. I'm proud of them. Photography is a beautiful gift from God. It seriously is.
So I end this with a quote from the speaker in the class, which really hit something in me;
Usually, people wait for the perfect moment to shoot the subject. Photographers, on the other hand, create that perfect moment. - Don Clavo De ComerGod bless you all.
(Aside: Prom tomorrow. Will blog about it soon. Mehe. My post list is getting longer and longer. Good night.)
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