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Brenda’s A Photo Study: Ian MacDonald’s creative composition in street photography

This is my submission for Brenda’s A Photo Study: Ian MacDonald’s creative composition in street photography. Here is the link to Ian MacDonald’s creative composition in street photography- Part One. Ian’s article has 5 parts. Even though most of things … Continue reading

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Brenda’s A Photo Study: Red

This is my submission for Brenda’s A Photo Study: Red. Brenda said, “Red is the color of blood and has a historical association with sacrifice, danger, and courage. It is also the color most commonly associated with heat, danger, determination, … Continue reading

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Como Park

Hello. Hello. Hello. May was a crazy month. First, Wei and I spent 15 days touring Alpine countries. After that trip, I had one week’s break to do laundries, and rest. Then I joined my nephew’s family for a week … Continue reading

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Brenda’s A Photo Study: Rule of Thirds

This is my submission for Brenda’s A Photo Study: Rule of Thirds. Brenda said, “Photography is an art form and as such need not rely on rules. Yet, it is important for the photographer to keep in mind that the … Continue reading

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Brenda’s A Photo Study: The Photographer II

This is my submission for Brenda’s A Photo Study: The Photographer II. “To have a point of departure is not to go out and shoot. It’s to have a project in mind and going out looking for a shot that … Continue reading

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Tomato and Apple

Staring at this picture long enough, I started hearing voices. Some came from the tomato, some apples. Discrimination doesn’t come with a sound or smell. It’s difficult to prove its existence. Some aren’t aware of been discriminated; some don’t know … Continue reading

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Brenda’s A Photo Study: Negative Space

This is my submission for Brenda’s A Photo Study: Negative Space. Many years ago, one friend showed me several of his friend’s paintings. He flipped through each one, and kept telling me how wonderful they were. At first, I wanted … Continue reading

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A Warm Day and a Cold Night

We had one 50+ degree day a week ago (or two?). People who live in this area know that we should appreciate it, enjoy it and take it as it is and not expect anything more. Sure enough, next day … Continue reading

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Brenda’s A Photo Study: Abstract Photography

This is my submission for Brenda’s A Photo Study: Abstract Photography. For many years, whenever I saw an abstract painting, I felt intimidating. It’s just a black canvas, isn’t it? Why is it hanging on the wall at this museum? … Continue reading

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Brenda’s A Photo Study: Rule of Space

This is my attempt for Brenda’s A Photo Study: Rule of Space. Ted Forbes, in Rule of Space, said, “The Rule of Space is simply a technique that creates a sense of motion, activity or conclusion in your composition. It … Continue reading

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