“…the difference between confusion and ‘don’t know’ is that confusion can only see one way out and that way is blocked, while ‘don’t know’ is open to miracles and insights.”
This image was taken a few years ago while on a rainy walk. I was surprised when I looked through the viewfinder because of what the camera and lens saw was much different than what my eyes saw. My eyes saw the leaves and reflection both in focus but with the lens stopped down due to the low light, the focus was on the reflection. It was a great photography lesson for me. But, it also teaches that what others will see is not necessarily what we will see.
4 Comments
Mark
What a great image Monte and well seen! It is interesting how the right leaf has a bit more visual weight to me because of the direction of the sharper leaves in the center reflection. Almost as if the photograph is suggesting a choice as an answer to “don’t know.”
Monte Stevens
It’s really like focusing on a distant object in a mirror. The thing was the surprise when I saw it. I think it’s a powerful suggestion.
Cedric
Mark has already said it best. In any case, I very much like this image too. It represents so perfectly the ability of photography to develop in someone the power of seeing rather than just looking.
Monte Stevens
I hope photography has helped me to see rather than just look. Thank you!