I love looking at and capturing reflections on my camera. I see beauty in trees, buildings and animals reflected in lakes, rivers and ponds. It forces to me to slow down, to enjoy the moment and to reflect a bit myself.
Using reflections in photos can alter an image, transforming and making it richer and more abstract.
But, in an urban setting I sometimes get so immersed in the cacophony of street life, car and bus horns blaring, shop windows crying for a look, street performers, interesting passersby—that I forget to look at the buildings, especially up. Often the reflections are truly artistic and worth remembering.
I could get a little zen and ask: what am I reflecting outwardly—beauty like these glass towers? Do I take what is around me and give back images of interest and pleasure?
Mostly I simply enjoy.
Comments
0 CommentsLyle
Nov 10, 2009You truly have an eye for photography. The top photo is stunning. Of course, you know I love the idea of reflections on glass box buildings… Mostly, the reflection is the only redeeming quality of that architecture. And you have captured a Missoni-like pattern/texture that is visually very interesting. Love the colors too.
KATHY PLEUNE
Nov 10, 2009Beautiful photos, Susan! You truly have an eye! The top one really caught my eye! Great colors.
Amanda Hungerford
Nov 11, 2009I like it!
smithsj
Nov 12, 2009Thank you for your comments and for visiting Design Destinations.