One of the driving forces that keeps photographers going in the field is the quest for a better photo. In my case, when driving or hiking, it’s almost impossible for me to not want to see what’s around the next corner. The main reason for this is simply the wondering if something better (a better photo) will be there waiting for me to discover.
In the case of my latest trip to Yosemite last week, I found myself in an unusal state. I was still very much in California, but I was no longer driven to see what was around the next corner. Why, you ask? Well this time, on my first morning, not more than 45 minutes after the alarm had gone off in my tent, I got not one, but three favorite Yosemite Valley photos. Two are really really nice, and the other may have enough potential to become one of my signature portfolio images. It was an odd feeling to spend several more days shooting, knowing that I’d likley already bagged what would be the best photos of my trip. On the otherhand, it also made for a refreshing challenge looking for new opportunities. Of course, the photo shown here is not an image I took that first morning. This photo is just a tease. Sorry. But stay tuned for more images…
You can also see my online web gallery of Yosemite Photos.
You ever get the feeling that you’re stuck in a rut and you can’t pinpoint why? I’ve had a lot of that lately. I guess you’re not since you’ve landed a portfolio piece. Cough it up sooner than later.
Richard:
Oh Yes; I can and do get the feeling that I get stuck in a rut. But for me, the rut is just the behind the scenes non-glamour world of nature & travel photography. I’d write more here, but this is such a good topic, I thik I should actually write about it as a full post.