light & abstract

This is the last assignment in the C&C Photography workshop, and this week I've been playing with light and abstract composition. I LOVED this assignment because I got to play with my favorite lens, the 50mm f1.8. The results that I get with this lens are always magical and I almost have to force myself to shoot with a different lens once in awhile. So, here is my exploration of light and abstraction.

First, get ready for a close-up (or three!).

Next, a little abstraction.

How about a different angle?

Here's a reflection -- of me!

Let's look up -- a landscape....or rather, a skyscape -- so many gulls!
(Click the photo to count them all)

Finally, here is some golden deliciousness that to me defines spring
and gives a hint of summer yet to come.

Summing it all up: I really appreciated the opportunity to get out of my comfort zone and capture things from new angles. Having an assignment gave me discipline and focus, and being able to work on one aspect of photography each week really helped me to absorb the skill. The hardest assignment for me was the still life -- I was unhappy with the results until I simplified my vision and (literally) found the light.

Many many thanks to Camilla and Carolyn for leading this great workshop, and getting us to stretch our wings and fly! I can't wait for the next one (there IS going to be a next one, right?) and would be happy to help if you need it.

PS: I took the photos in my previous post as part of this assignment, but I couldn't part with any of them, so I posted them all! Consider them a bonus parting gift. :)

PPS: I'm heading out on vacation tomorrow and I won't have access to a computer, so I will comment on your blogs when I get back next weekend. Thanks so much to all of you for sharing your amazing work (and a peek into your lives) with us -- it's been a truly wonderful experience.