Water Bugs

I went out a couple weeks ago to read at the park. I brought my camera with me, just in case I felt the inspiration. Fortunately, I did. Unfortunately, it was sunny that day until I went outside, then it started to rain. Every day for about 3 weeks was exactly like that. It would be sunny until I had the chance to go out, then it would rain.

But alas, I am pleased with this photo. I like the way the exposure of the trees on the edges is so dark and the reflection of the water is so bright that the bugs stand out as they do. I am pleased with the depth of focus I found in this picture. It makes me really happy to be able to give you a picture again that I really feel pleased with. I can think of a few others lately that have been that way, but sadly not too many.

One of my friends told me "It's better to not post any photo at all than to post one you're not happy with." In a sense, I agree. In another sense, I disagree. It would be nice to be able to present to you only my finest, however, I'm learning. This blog isn't about me being a professional, its about me learning photography. Learning how to shoot, how to compose, how to meter. Its about me also learning about me. Its about me taking photos and learning what kind of photos I am pleased with. Some day, I hope to be able to make one of those "professional" presentations of my work to you where I weed out not only the crap, but also the less-than-perfect. Until then, I am very excited to share my journey of learning and growing in photography with you.