SnapperLady Loc: Pennsylvania

I recently have had a stroke not one but three and now they are pretty sure that I have CNS Vasculitis, let us say not good. Well have you ever tried to take photos wobbling or with a cane and tripod. This picture is of my youngest dog and he can always make me laugh. I just need to vent I am trying to remember some of then things I learned early on and they are coming back slowly. Is there any one out there that has had a stroke and struggled returning to photography?
Thank you
SnapperLady

Chewie

DebAnn Loc: Toronto

All good wishes and the best of luck to you SnapperLady. I hope you make a speedy comeback so that you can do all the things you love.

Macromad Loc: New Zealand

Nice shot of the dog.
hope they can find something to help with other. I am sure someone else will get in touch.

nat Loc: Martha's Vineyard, MA

That is a fantastic shot!! I hope you are getting physical therapy. That should be one of the best things you can do, besides keep up your great attitude and drive. Good luck!

PAB20 Loc: From Louisiana, but now live in Florida

I admire your ability to try, and hope you have a speedy recovery. Your little dog is precious, and you've captured him beautifully. And, I hope your dog continues to make you laugh. Humor is always a good thing! Take care & best regards!

PAB

romanticf16 Loc: Commerce Twp, MI

You might try a search on You Tube. There are so many specialized categories you may find some that are helpful. I know there are many related to photography, and am confident there are some related to stroke recovery. With any luck the two subjects cross?

JoeV Loc: Wisconsin

Hello Snapperlady. I have not had experience with recovering from a stroke, so I can't help you there. But I have had experience with frustration and the value of a good vent! Pray things improve for you soon.

I do have a few thoughts for you though. One is getting a remote to click your shutter, if your camera has that option. Another way to get around your shakiness is to take pictures using your timer feature. I have found, by the way, that the 2 seconds setting on my camera is not always long enough for the camera to stabilize.

There is a saying that comes to mind..."pray as you can, not as you can't." Along that same line, it occurs to me to suggest "photograph as you can, not as you can't." What I mean is that you might want to concentrate on on non moving subjects...still lifes are quite cooperative that way :) Or flowers in a garden, etc. Will Chewie sit for portraits?

SpeedyWilson Loc: Upstate South Carolina

Your strokes are just the beginning of a new lifestyle. So don't give up! Expand your horizons!

I had a severe Hemorrhagic stroke 13 years ago. My whole right side is affected. I can do a lot, but just have to do everything more slowly and carefully, so I don't fall. So, I have to wait for photo opportunities to come to me, instead of me chasing them.

I just use a point and shoot camera, and I don't worry about trying to change settings. My main camera is a Canon Powershot A620. I like it because it has a reticulating screen on it, as well as a viewfinder. The reticulating screen allows me to have choices in how I can hold the camera and push the shutter release.

I use a neck strap to make sure I don't drop the camera. One other tool I've found helpful is just a simple hand grip that I can use to hold the camera more steady and in a vertical or horizontal position. I think the strap was about $8 and the hand grip about $6; not the most expensive, but they work fine for me. I found them online, not in a store.

I'm able to get a lot of action shots of my grandkids. I try to get close to them, but use the zoom when I need to be closer. I also do some landscapes, and some flower photography; both limited by where I can go in my car, or find in my yard. I try to depend on my previous photo training before the stroke to help with lighting and composition. For a little help, I also use the editing features of Picassa.

I also have found satisfaction experimenting with image creation using digital software other than a camera. I call it Brain Attack Art. Here are a few samples:
http://www.brainattackart.com/index.html


So, my suggestions are to just keep shooting everything you can, in any way you can. Your dog pictures are great, so enjoy them as much as you can.

Let me know if I can help in any way.

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When God doesn't give you a miracle, you can be God's miracle
~~unknown

R.G. Loc: Scotland

Further to JoeV's reply, you could concentrate on things like sunsets and landscape shots, at least for the time being.

If the shot of Chewy is recent, I'd say your recovery is coming on apace :thumbup: .

SnapperLady Loc: Pennsylvania

Thanks everyone I am pushing forward brain biopsy has me a little scared and the chemo but in god time. Thank you Mister Wilson for your encouragement and everyone. My husband is my advocate and he keeps me going it is just frustrating.

Wahawk Loc: NE IA

Just don't give up!! Push forward and use photography as your motivator!! Depending on your camera, just make sure you have one that is light enough to hold, and that has the stabilization to help.
The Canon model mentioned above is a good small camera, as is the slightly larger SX50 that has more reach with its long lense but would help keep photography enjoyable for you!!

By the way, that photo is AWESOME!!

2MATO Loc: CNY -Central NoWhere

Hey, Snapper! Stick with the photography. I think the suggestions you have in the previous posts are right on. Go with a remote.

Stay brave... you have happiness and love around you.

Thanks for sharing the photo of your little doggie... what a sweetie.

Best thoughts for you going forward. YOU ARE HERE and THAT is good! This is a supportive community and we need you in it!

DJ Mills Loc: Idaho

Winston Churchill said it best: "Never never never give up." That's a delightful photo of your dog. Keep making beauty as long as you can.

DJM

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

Wonderful picture!

sinatraman Loc: Vero Beach Florida, Earth,alpha quaudrant

that is one of the best dog photos i have ever seen. Don't give up. If you have to shoot in auto shoot in auto.. try a monopod instead of a tripod.