For me, nature is one of the best subjects for photography. It does not require anything expensive or complicated. Sometimes all it takes is a simple walk around the neighborhood and the willingness to notice the small things that are usually ignored.
Once you see it, then you see it. After that, it becomes hard not to notice the beauty around you. A leaf with raindrops suddenly looks like a small world filled with crystals. A flower becomes more dramatic when viewed in black and white. Even a curled leaf, an old shell on the ground, or a cracked tree trunk can turn into an interesting subject when framed the right way.
That is what I enjoyed about these photos. They are not grand scenes, but they have details that made me stop for a while. The textures, lines, shadows, and contrast all became more noticeable in monochrome. Without color, the shapes and patterns feel stronger. It makes the ordinary look more mysterious and meaningful.
Every time I go for a walk, I feel like there will always be something worth photographing. It could be leaves, flowers, tree bark, stones, or anything that nature quietly places in front of me. I just need to slow down enough to appreciate it.
Photography has changed the way I look at my surroundings. It reminds me that beauty is not always loud or obvious. Sometimes it is resting quietly on a leaf, hiding on the ground, or waiting in the cracks of an old trunk.
Have a good day ahead.
~ Andri Cauldwell
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