It's nearing the end of a year, and I've been reflecting back what I've learned this year, since I've gotten my M9. I'm faster with the rangefinder manual focus, yes, and no doubt my lens collection has grown, but I think the most important revelation was that photography has brought me to a higher state of awareness.
In fact, this is probably unrelated to the M9, or any specific gear. Once I'm hook on photography and have the desires to take better photos, I started seeing things differently in everyday life. With or without a camera in hand, my eyes are more alert to my surroundings, looking at things I normally would not have noticed, drawing an imaginary frameline within my sight, and most importantly, seeing beauty everywhere.
Just walking or driving to any place, I would often tell myself: "Oh look, that would be a great shot." I start to see light, shadows, composition, and angles... in some way I feel I've been half blind in my prior life. To actually take a photo is just a way to share that instance of time with others, and it's almost secondary because I know I'm seeing more, appreciating more, living a fuller life. For that, I'm thankful.
And now... some recent photos of my son:
In fact, this is probably unrelated to the M9, or any specific gear. Once I'm hook on photography and have the desires to take better photos, I started seeing things differently in everyday life. With or without a camera in hand, my eyes are more alert to my surroundings, looking at things I normally would not have noticed, drawing an imaginary frameline within my sight, and most importantly, seeing beauty everywhere.
Just walking or driving to any place, I would often tell myself: "Oh look, that would be a great shot." I start to see light, shadows, composition, and angles... in some way I feel I've been half blind in my prior life. To actually take a photo is just a way to share that instance of time with others, and it's almost secondary because I know I'm seeing more, appreciating more, living a fuller life. For that, I'm thankful.
And now... some recent photos of my son:
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