As I contemplate how to begin this blog, I’m beginning my third unit of lessons at NYIP, which is all about light. Light, and it’s manipulation thereof is what has always intimidated me most about photography. This is perhaps the primary reason why I decided to enroll in an accredited program, because I know that light makes all the difference in the world when it comes to the success of a photo.
As the lesson opens the Dean, Chuck Delaney, talks about the origins and literal meaning of the word: photography. It comes from the Greek as coined by John Herschel: photo meaning light, and graphos meaning to write. Thus, photography means: writing with light. I can’t quite think of a more beautiful way of describing this artistic craft I’m undertaking.
I’m committed to making a regular journal of my trials and tribulations as I learn to “write with light”, for those of you who come along with me on my journey, I’m blessed to have you. I hope in turn I can bless you with some of my attempts.
And, as we begin this journey together, I thought it appropriate to share with you my attempt to capture the last light of the day:
Taken at Snoqualmie Falls in Washington State. July 17th 2010. Nikon D40 18mm f/20 1/50
Beautiful sunset! Love the blog title too btw.
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