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Posted by essie on May 17, 2012 in Lighting, Video Quick Tips | 2 comments

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Vacation Day 8

Posted by kevin focht on May 14, 2012 in Ramblings | 1 comment

This is the longest I have gone without a camera since I was 17 years old. It’s also the longest I have been on vacation, and the longest time away from my kids.

I think going without the camera has been a great experience, as I am really starting to see thing for what they are.

I’m actually seeing beauty without having to capture it on anything except my brain. Being a visual person, this has actually been an interesting experiment. I am actually starting to feel like I need to shoot again. Look out world when I get back. I feel a big mind and image dump waiting to happen as soon as I get back.

Try recharging and put down your camera for a day, and just go for a walk.

Kevin

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Recharging

Posted by kevin focht on May 10, 2012 in Ramblings | 1 comment

As a photographer, who loves to take pictures, it’s sometimes hard to recharge yourself.

For the first time ever, in my long career, I am taking a vacation without a camera!

I am in Hawaii for two weeks on vacation, and made the choice to not take a camera. What normally happens with me, is I spend so much time thinking about making images, that I forget to see and just enjoy. As a visual person, I am always looking for a cool shot, but by not taking a camera (except my iphone) I am actually noticing things that I wouldn’t have had I taken a camera.

I had the camera all packed and ready to go, but the morning of my trip I decided to leave “work” at home. I am so happy I did! I’m noticing things like birds singing and actually looking to see what type of bird it is, instead of stalking it to take a shot. I am noticing the amazing architecture of some of the older hotels, instead of worrying that part of it is in light and part is in shade.

I know when I get back, I will be ready to go with tons of new ideas. For the next two weeks, I will be relaxing and just enjoying life without the rectangular view!

Kevin