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without force or haste's avatar

An inspiring article,Sandy.

Beginner’s Mind, in a different context.

Confined to my home for most of my time, I find solace in your book. I particularly commend it to those photographers who realise that they are in a rut.

Andrew Sanderson's avatar

Thanks Tony, I hope you are well. A photographic day out together is overdue.

Crina Prida's avatar

The three glasses and the jug with flowers are so beautiful in their own. Very inspiring project, I'm in a seemingly neverending rut, so I photograph things around the house and garden, but it's not helping much so far.

Andrew Sanderson's avatar

Thank you Crina, perhaps the mirror trick might help?

Crina Prida's avatar

I'll "steal" the idea. Will report back.

Kristen Spickard's avatar

Love this advice to see things like a traveler. I take the same walk each afternoon and find myself drawn to where either light or other people or animals are changing things up from the normal scene.

Andrew Sanderson's avatar

Thanks Kristen.

Alicia Paley's avatar

I love your approach and the whole concept of seeing familiar surroundings like a visitor. I think I’ll give the 4 picture idea a try.

Andrew Sanderson's avatar

Thanks Alicia.

Ralph Turner's avatar

An interesting read, thank you. I like the idea of looking in a mirror - something I might try when I can (though when I do, I hope I don't see too much of the grumpy old bloke looking back at me😏).

Andrew Sanderson's avatar

Haha. Thanks ralph.

Wendy's avatar

I live in a much-photographed city, and I cycle past favourite ‘visitor’ spots every day. Looking for different light in the same places often works for me to create an image I enjoy.

You have helped me to articulate that thought, so thank you (as always). I shall try the ‘take four’ idea too!