Beautiful, Susanne! The abstract texture in that second image is stunning - is that a closeup of the path? I’m a sucker for closeups, such a quick way to discover new things through a slight shift in perspective :) Tidal rivers are so fascinating - they really remind you how much our world is in a constant state of change, full of powerful forces, even in our ordinary days and right beneath our feet :)
I love close-up’s too. Especially if they become abstract like this one. Yes, it is the path from the first image. And yes, our planet is so fascinating we tend to forget that sometimes it seems…
My little Ricoh has the in camera square setting! I love it so much, because it reminds me of my old TLR camera from years ago. Now, I can see and think is square! 🤣
I had some special times in Hamburg when I was younger and made some great friends there who have since relocated to Berlin. I remember going to Elbstrand, so your views of the cranes are very familiar to me! Hamburg is one of those cities that I have a connection to and fond memories of, and I love that.
I love the balance between details and landscape in your pictures.
I’m curious, do you ever feel encumbered by taking photos and miss walking without the impulse to capture it, or does it purely add to your appreciation/attention?
I’m torn between these mindsets when I set out to document and find images for my own diary. I think it facilitates the process of noticing in some ways, but I also think I can observe in a different, sometimes preferable way without the logistics/intermediary of the lens.
That’s a great question, Anne! It really made me think about it. I wouldn’t say I feel encumbered in any way. But maybe, that is because I go on walks everyday because of my dog. So, I don’t set out with the intention to document anything in the first place. I do have my camera with me though every day. Just in case. But a lot of days I come home without any photos. And that is okay. There are days, when my head is too full to concentrate on taking photos and then there are days (like the walk above) I can really be in the moment and be open to what is going on around me and photographing it.
Photography has always helped me to see and notice what is going on around, making me more aware of things. It never gotten in the way of purely appreciate what I see. I think it needs to be a balance between taking the time to appreciate and to photograph what ever it is you notice.
Thanks for your thoughts! What kind of camera do you use? I wonder if I would feel any differently if I weren’t relying on my phone camera, which has all the associations of distraction and is physically a bit awkward to use.
That is what I wanted to add… Last year, I bought a small (but awesome) compact camera (Ricoh GR3) which fits in my pockets and I don’t even feel that I am carrying it with me. It changed my whole experience completely. Before that, I was schlepping my big and heavy DSLR around, reminded me with every step I took, that I was on a photographic mission and I better get some pictures. It sometimes stressed me out. But that camera… I just grab it, just like my keys. I am not even thinking about it. It is very freeing.
I don’t take my phone with me, because I don’t want to be distracted by it, but I am sure it can have the same effect (maybe put in airplane mode if you are like me and doesn’t want to be distracted).
Beautiful! I love Hamburg. My mother was born and raised there, so we would visit a lot. One of my best friends lived there for several years and I visited her a couple of times. Always enjoyed walking along the Elbe.
As always, beautiful images! My favorite today is the one with the dream catcher. :)
Oh, thank you for sharing that bit about your connecting to Hamburg. I am originally from Braunschweig, moved to Hamburg in 2012 after living in Chicago for three years. I love Hamburg. Glad you enjoyed your walk with me!
a very nice essay this morning, your presentation of trees are always eye catching..after reading your text and seeing the effects of the rising waters I couldn’t help but think of the constant conflict of the man made landscape to natures own environmental forces..Something that is going on all over this planet of ours..Photography can be so thought provoking and your visual journal certainly did that for me today..thank you
Rick, thank you for your thoughtful feedback. It is disconcerting, how much we have (sometimes carelessly) changed the landscape to accommodate our needs and to see the effects of it in many different ways now. And there are many photographers out there who point that out with their work so excellently (thinking of Robert Adams like as a great example).
Beautiful, Susanne! The abstract texture in that second image is stunning - is that a closeup of the path? I’m a sucker for closeups, such a quick way to discover new things through a slight shift in perspective :) Tidal rivers are so fascinating - they really remind you how much our world is in a constant state of change, full of powerful forces, even in our ordinary days and right beneath our feet :)
I love close-up’s too. Especially if they become abstract like this one. Yes, it is the path from the first image. And yes, our planet is so fascinating we tend to forget that sometimes it seems…
I love the face your dog makes. "We're turning around?"
Haha, it was more like a “Are you coming? And will you stop taking photographs, please?”
Ich habe dir abonniert wegen deine Fotos, aber ich merke, du schreibst auch wirklich schön! Danke für diesen schönen Tagesanfang!
Danke, Sebastian! Schön, dass Du hier bist.
I love the mood and tone of these photos! Thanks for sharing them.
Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed them!
Beautiful photography.
Thank you!
Sweet Ben
Good photos and good writing! Ben is an ideal model.
Truly beautiful images
Thank you, Patris!
Wonderful shots as always!
Do you compose for a square format or do you shoot as it is and then find square compositions when retouching?
My little Ricoh has the in camera square setting! I love it so much, because it reminds me of my old TLR camera from years ago. Now, I can see and think is square! 🤣
Ah nice! Love these small pocket cameras. They're so practical and perform really well!
I had some special times in Hamburg when I was younger and made some great friends there who have since relocated to Berlin. I remember going to Elbstrand, so your views of the cranes are very familiar to me! Hamburg is one of those cities that I have a connection to and fond memories of, and I love that.
Oh, wonderful! I didn’t know you had connections to Hamburg. I am not originally from here, but really love living here.
I love the balance between details and landscape in your pictures.
I’m curious, do you ever feel encumbered by taking photos and miss walking without the impulse to capture it, or does it purely add to your appreciation/attention?
I’m torn between these mindsets when I set out to document and find images for my own diary. I think it facilitates the process of noticing in some ways, but I also think I can observe in a different, sometimes preferable way without the logistics/intermediary of the lens.
That’s a great question, Anne! It really made me think about it. I wouldn’t say I feel encumbered in any way. But maybe, that is because I go on walks everyday because of my dog. So, I don’t set out with the intention to document anything in the first place. I do have my camera with me though every day. Just in case. But a lot of days I come home without any photos. And that is okay. There are days, when my head is too full to concentrate on taking photos and then there are days (like the walk above) I can really be in the moment and be open to what is going on around me and photographing it.
Photography has always helped me to see and notice what is going on around, making me more aware of things. It never gotten in the way of purely appreciate what I see. I think it needs to be a balance between taking the time to appreciate and to photograph what ever it is you notice.
Thanks for your thoughts! What kind of camera do you use? I wonder if I would feel any differently if I weren’t relying on my phone camera, which has all the associations of distraction and is physically a bit awkward to use.
That is what I wanted to add… Last year, I bought a small (but awesome) compact camera (Ricoh GR3) which fits in my pockets and I don’t even feel that I am carrying it with me. It changed my whole experience completely. Before that, I was schlepping my big and heavy DSLR around, reminded me with every step I took, that I was on a photographic mission and I better get some pictures. It sometimes stressed me out. But that camera… I just grab it, just like my keys. I am not even thinking about it. It is very freeing.
I don’t take my phone with me, because I don’t want to be distracted by it, but I am sure it can have the same effect (maybe put in airplane mode if you are like me and doesn’t want to be distracted).
Cool!
Obviously, your pictures are works of art and I’m certainly glad you have whatever process you do!
Beautiful! I love Hamburg. My mother was born and raised there, so we would visit a lot. One of my best friends lived there for several years and I visited her a couple of times. Always enjoyed walking along the Elbe.
As always, beautiful images! My favorite today is the one with the dream catcher. :)
Oh, thank you for sharing that bit about your connecting to Hamburg. I am originally from Braunschweig, moved to Hamburg in 2012 after living in Chicago for three years. I love Hamburg. Glad you enjoyed your walk with me!
Lovely neighborhood!
It really is! Very green for a big city like Hamburg!
A person needs to have some green in the their life! One thing nice about Los Angles, huge city, always green.
Nice photo essay... again!
Thank you, Marcel! It means a lot!
a very nice essay this morning, your presentation of trees are always eye catching..after reading your text and seeing the effects of the rising waters I couldn’t help but think of the constant conflict of the man made landscape to natures own environmental forces..Something that is going on all over this planet of ours..Photography can be so thought provoking and your visual journal certainly did that for me today..thank you
Rick, thank you for your thoughtful feedback. It is disconcerting, how much we have (sometimes carelessly) changed the landscape to accommodate our needs and to see the effects of it in many different ways now. And there are many photographers out there who point that out with their work so excellently (thinking of Robert Adams like as a great example).