Week #52 Photo Challenge

Walking Home

Hard to believe that it has been a year since I started this project. My intent was to give myself  motivation to get out every week with my camera - and it did just that. My commitment to this project gave me some sleepless Saturday nights wondering which picture to use, was it really my best one, would it convey what I was trying to say, and would anyone care. In the end it all come together. I have learned much about photography this year and enjoy having my camera in my hands more than ever. 

I would like to give a special thanks to all of the teachers that have helped me learn to see with a "beginner's eye" this year.

Kim Manely Ort , Lee Ashland , John Ricca , Keith Walklet, and 

Miriam Hall have all shared their love for photography and have helped me align my eyes, heart, and hands. These are truly generous teachers and amazing photographers.

I am not sure what comes next and whether I will continue with this blog. If I do continue, it will most likely look and feel a little different. Stay tuned to see what 2016 brings.

Blessings to you all - Louise

Week #45 Photo Challenge

Meadow Trees - Yosemite

I had the great pleasure last week to participate in a wonderful photography workshop in Yosemite National Park. The class was sponsored by the Yosemite Conservancy and taught by two talented photographers - Keith Walklet and John Ricca. 

I had wanted an opportunity to get out of my comfort zone and spend some guided time out exploring landscape photography.  The days were long,  full of incorporating new skills, meeting new friends, and spending quiet time in the glory of that which is Yosemite Valley. I left the valley feeling grateful for the kindness and knowledge of the teachers and students and blessed to have the creative time to explore this very special place.