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"Mother Nature's Gift" - Brazeau Dam, Alberta. "Into the forest I go, camera in hand I lose my worries, renew my spirit and find my soul"... Romi Boon. While traveling in my RV, I search of new places to explore, along with photographic opportunities, for the curiously different and/or a one-of's (something out of place or by its self). As I drove through the rolling foothills of central, western Alberta, I was thrilled to find this grouping of birch trees because of the colourful foliage surrounding the them; framing the trees. This, was exactly what I had been searching for! Prior to taking this shot, I stopped to consider a few things, including; a prominent tree, colour(s), what and where is the focal point (center of interest) and depth of field (so everything would be in focus). Although the dark tree in the forest (on the right), does draw your attention, it's the large birch that catches your attention first, and that's exactly what I was shooting for. I'll always be reminded of "Covid" when I look at this photo, because Mother Nature added some colour and excitement to my life, on what was otherwise a trying day. When I’m exploring with a camera is in my hand, I’m filled with purpose and meaning; my worries disappear when my creative passions are being met.
A large part of photography these days, includes the manipulation (if you will) of the photograph afterwards. Although I'm a purist at heart I am greatly enjoying the creative and artistic touches that are now available to me through photo editing; it has expanded my photographic world. Although the color version of this photo is quite striking, I snuffed out most of the of the vibrant colors in post editing. "Why?", because it added a softness of this photo and subsequently it adds emotion. Also, notice that the first thing you see is the color, and then you look beyond the color and your eyes wonder. My goal then, is to capture your interest first, and then have you look beyond your first impression. The Calli Lilly symbolizes purity, faithfulness and holiness, thus you often see them in wedding bouquets. On closer examination you'll notice words of admiration inscribed in this photo.
