TRSmith
Subscriber Member
I've read this thread with real interest. Lots of good opinions. And I've contemplated several replies. One of which was to make a comparison between fly fishing and photography since there are at least as many books, gear heads, and opinions regarding the "art" of fly fishing as there are concerning photography. And it's another endeavor that seems to beg the question "why?" Also, since I'm all about catch and release, "what's the point?" is frequently asked.
But the heck with that. It's New Years Eve and right this minute photography feels like a ride on a fast horse in the moonlit desert. Or the smell of hot tar and gasoline as you ride past the beach on your Triumph motorcycle. A handful of your lover's hair as you approach the entrance to the Magic Kingdom. The wonderful taste of fine whisky or the salty surprise of a fresh Oyster. Beethoven, Etta James, Def Leppard. For some it's a single note in a grand symphony--for the more gifted, maybe a full measure or even an entire movement. Whatever it means to you needs no justification or defense. It's another fantastic element in a universe of life experience. Why? What's the point? I say, why the hell not.
Happy New Year everyone!
Tim
But the heck with that. It's New Years Eve and right this minute photography feels like a ride on a fast horse in the moonlit desert. Or the smell of hot tar and gasoline as you ride past the beach on your Triumph motorcycle. A handful of your lover's hair as you approach the entrance to the Magic Kingdom. The wonderful taste of fine whisky or the salty surprise of a fresh Oyster. Beethoven, Etta James, Def Leppard. For some it's a single note in a grand symphony--for the more gifted, maybe a full measure or even an entire movement. Whatever it means to you needs no justification or defense. It's another fantastic element in a universe of life experience. Why? What's the point? I say, why the hell not.
Happy New Year everyone!
Tim