Back in 2004 I was very active in Photo Memes and Projects because they provided a challenge that spurred me to take photos. The more photos I snapped for each challenge the more familiar I became with my camera and I began seeing ordinary things differently.
One person sees a bed of flowers as "a bed of flowers" where I could appreciate its symmetry and how the variety of colors complemented each other or how the sun cast a shadow making for an interesting shot, you get the picture (no pun intended).
So seven years later I've stopped snapping photos. I still carry my camera but have stopped participating in photo memes. I'm feeling the void.
I spent this morning researching photo meme sites and deciding which ones interested me. My goal in 2011 is to participate in one photo meme each week and, just as in the beginning, simply enjoy snapping photos without getting hung up on perfection.
The more projects I participate in the more experience I will gain. As my experience grows my skill will improve. As my skill improves my confidence grows. Along the way, I will reap enjoyment from from doing something creative and allowing it to flourish!
2011 Photo Project
Are you making any changes this year?
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