What a day it was (in class) yesterday. Some students were well prepared with their (I’m a Scavenger at Heart – ABC’s) assignment, while others seem to be taking this class, just to put the check in the box.
At any rate, we are at the point in this class where we are beginning to learn how to put our work on mat board and then go through some serious critique from the instructor and our classmates.
It inspires me to look at others work, especially my friend “Sarah”. It’s a joy taking this class with her.
It’s that time of the week for a new assignment. A new challenge. And new personal goals.
And yes, my panties were already in a twist yesterday. I read the assignment “due date” wrong and thought we had several assignments due next week. Twas a big sigh to learn we have over the next two weeks to meet these goals. Allow me to insert another sigh.
Light and Texture
That’s what our assignment is all about. But it is our choice of subject this week. The subject must have strong textures and a real sense of depth and space. We’re to do this by using natural light only (no setups, man made lighting…) and remember – the best time of day is right after sunrise and an hour or so before sunset. We’re to remember to use the tools we’ve learned thus far. And to remember good composition is a BIG DEAL…
After class, I wanted to get my feet wet in the assignment. I checked the backyard.
Shot a pic of the lime tree.
Took a shot of the bougainvillea. I’m missing the light in this shot, but the practice was good.
I was hoping to get out there this evening, but we folks here in So Cal just experienced our “first rain” of the season. We get excited like the northerners do when they get their first snow of the season. Let the rains come! Although we only average 6″ per year in these parts. I think that’s why it’s a grand celebration.
I was so excited to not only hear the pounding rain on the rooftop but to watch this spectacular rain dance from the sliding glass doors.
The view with the rumble of thunder was something to behold.
And I think this was just what I needed to feel the autumn spirit that I’ve been waiting for.
One last shot of the day. Taken right after the rain and during a burst of sunlight before the clouds moved back in.
Yup, I cropped the above photo to my liking. Since we’re not allowed to crop in class, it will not work for the assignment, but now and then, it’s nice doing something “just because” and not because it’s an assignment.
However, one of the many shots I took of that guy should work.
I’m off and running on yet another fun assignment. Laters!
Blessings – Debbie
