One of the pleasures in life is walking my camera. Unlike walking a dog there is nothing to pick up in a bag to take home. Hopefully, what I bring home are images.
I remember when I walked to walk, my focus was to get somewhere and my mind would wander all over the place. I now experience a different walk. I take care to slow down, breathe and do my best to keep myself present. Walking can be more enjoyable when I take in everything around me. I’ve become more aware of the art that surrounds me! But, along with seeing the art of nature, I am filled with questions as to the reason for this art. What is its function in creation? In the image above I ask myself, “Why is there a mound of snow at the base of each plant stem?” I walk by this scene almost daily so when the snow melts I’m going to look closer to see if there are leaves or something at the base of these plants.
If you notice these leaves have fallen since the snowfall. There is some melting of the snow around the leaves, which indicates to me the leaves are at a warmer temperature. Maybe?
6 Comments
John
Or the darker color is absorbing light and heat more than the reflecting snow.
I’d say what you bring home is much better than the stuff the dog walkers pick up. 🙂
Monte Stevens
Totally agree. I’d rather that deal with crappy images.
Tom Dills
Another vote in favor of walking the camera, Monte! It really allows you to look and to see. Just watch where you step! 😉
Monte Stevens
Watching my step is important this time of the year. I notice different muscles are being used when it is snowy and icy. This is also the time for the return of the Canada Geese. So, we start practicing the Goose Poop Boogie again. I have been walking almost exclusively for the past 6 months. It is now an essential part of my day and I feel restless when I do not get one in.
Mark
Your walks sound similar to mine, although sometimes I do have a dog with me (with bags of course!). I end up bringing home more questions than I had when I started, in addition to a sometimes full bag. 🙂
Monte Stevens
At least you have a bag and use it. And the dogs need the walks, also. I love the questions. Thanks, Mark, and Merry Christmas to you guys.