When you just know that there is a good photo in there

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The other week when I was wandering the paths of the Docklands precinct with my new photo buddy, I stopped to photograph something that brought a bit of consternation from said photo buddy.

The weathered, derelict, graffiti-covered, boarded-up storage sheds that stare directly into the vibrant restaurant area are not what most people consider to be ‘good photography fodder’. Especially when you are in an area that is filled with amazing bridges and boats and lights…….

But I’m not most people. I don’t see dereliction in these sheds. I see character. I see history. I see stories. I see the photo opportunities.

And only a week later I saw a news report regarding this exact piece of land. Redevelopment is on it’s way and these sheds may not be there for much longer.

 

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suzieflooze

A latecomer into the world of photography, I have found something that excites and motivates me. I proudly own a Nikon D5100 and last year upgraded to the D750 and it is my constant travelling companion. Wherever I go....it goes. I have done a CAE beginners course on DSLR photography as well as a 6 week class with the Moonee Valley Incinerator Gallery. Both courses taught me heaps and the two teacher were both incredible in their own ways. I am using this blog to develop my knowledge and my skills. It will probably become both a diary and tutorial for me so please be prepared for both. My friends are very encouraging and supportive of this path that I've decided to walk. They seem to think I'm a great photographer. I sincerely thank them for their encouragement but am acutely aware that I am a 'new' photographer not a 'great' photographer. I've seen great photography......I have a long way to go. And this is why I have taken up this challenge. I don't expect to create art every day, but I do believe that opportunities for capturing 'that' moment are right before me and I hope that I am able to capture with a lens what I see in my heart and mind.

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