Looking west at sunset on Court Ave., downtown Des Moines. June 2004. No post processing, this is straight from the camera. (The sky is out of focus as I spot metered on the bell tower).
The unexpected often reveals new ideas and unexplored paths. Therefore, one must learn to “look.” Nothing should restrict one’s manner of expression as long as “it works.” No amount of words can describe a photograph or create one. Frequently, we “find” without seeking, acting upon Pasteur’s expression “Chance favors the prepared mind.” That is why so many great “accidents” seem to happen to better photographers.--Arnold Newman
Equipment: Canon AE-1 35mm SLR, Canon FD lenses (50mm and 135mm), Tiffen uv and close-up filters, Promaster flash, and two tripods.
Favorite photographers: Bryan Peterson, John Shaw, Patrick Hoelck, George Lange, Steve McCurry, Jim Zuckerman, Jim Miotke, Andre Gallant, Joe McNally, Scott Kelby, Kerry Drager, Dave Hill, and Moose Peterson.
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