The Next Decade - 2020
January 30, 2020As I reflect on this last month of this new decade, I can see one conversation that has been a constant; my Mother.
As her Dementia attempts to grip her memories tightly, I stand guard and keep my dearest mum active and engaged in life. She has become my photographic muse - my daily inspiration.
I am so grateful that my Camera has become my respite from the daily battles of dealing with her confusing, memory loss and learned helplessness.
I am studying Off-Camera Flash right now and the results are stunning. I love this education, it has given me a deeper appreciation for the Light, it’s direction and quality.
The images of my Mother were a created using the incredible Pixapro AD360 with Battery Pack and Trigger.
All of this was fitted into a Bowen’s S Mount and Gadox Softbox. I also put to use a White Poster Board to act as my Reflector.
I was thrilled to see my buddy Matt and take a photo walk with him. I showed him my Neighbourhood, Little Venice.
Matt very kindly allowed me use his Fuji XF50-14mm F2.8
Oh my goodness, I am in heaven.
This Lens is gorgeous. I was astonished how light it was on it XPro2.
On reflection, it would sit better on my XT body with grip.
Nevertheless, this is one hell of a lens.
I am torn now because I have my heart set on the XF90mm F2 because I have a thing for faces. In any case this Lens is beautiful.
My image creation this month of January has been given by the studying of Camera Flash because I take of mum and need to be present for her. So I have not done as much walking about.
That’s ok, I create images in doors.
I still love this process, there is always something photograph.
What will February hold?
My birthday next month.
I am just grateful to be alive and share my passions.
Thanks for reading x