A Barn In Dire Straits
Apr 20, 2024 01:02:11 #
Apr 20, 2024 07:35:28 #
JD750 wrote:
The first one is interesting with the collapsing roof but I like the 2nd shot with the vines climbing down from under the eves. I like the way you used color, for me the vivid color isolates, provides separation for the subject which is the old structure, and it is in stark contrast to the decay
These days I feel like that barn some mornings. ;)
These days I feel like that barn some mornings. ;)
Thanks for the visit and for taking the time to comment. I laughed at your last statement because I ty to find humor in my own parallel experience.
I was showing a good buddy some of my latest barn work. He commented that I'm always shooting old stuff. I responded " yea ". He then said " You might want to try a self portrait. "
Tom
Apr 20, 2024 07:39:44 #
MSW wrote:
great photos ... don't stand to close to that barn - it could go at any moment!
Thanks for the compliment. I consider your statement to be sage advice.
Tom
Apr 20, 2024 12:10:11 #
black mamba wrote:
I laughed at that! Thanks for the visit and for taking the time to comment. I laughed at your last statement because I ty to find humor in my own parallel experience.
I was showing a good buddy some of my latest barn work. He commented that I'm always shooting old stuff. I responded " yea ". He then said " You might want to try a self portrait. "
Tom
I was showing a good buddy some of my latest barn work. He commented that I'm always shooting old stuff. I responded " yea ". He then said " You might want to try a self portrait. "
Tom
You know of the Japanese philosophy of Wabi Sabi?
Taken individually, wabi and sabi are two separate concepts:
Wabi is about recognizing beauty in humble simplicity. It invites us to open our heart and detach from the vanity of materialism so we can experience spiritual richness instead.
Sabi is concerned with the passage of time, the way all things grow, age, and decay, and how it manifests itself beautifully in objects. It suggests that beauty is hidden beneath the surface of what we actually see, even in what we initially perceive as broken.
Source: https://www.omaritani.com/blog/wabi-sabi-philosophy-teachings?format=amp
I am becoming much more appreciative of sabi these days! ;)
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Apr 20, 2024 16:48:53 #
Sylvias wrote:
Excellent set Tom love #2 with the pretty colourful vines. 
Hi, Sylvia. It's always great to hear from you. Our fellow member, JO, identified those vines as" Virginia Creepers ". I've always loved them too but never knew their name.
Apr 20, 2024 19:13:02 #
black mamba wrote:
Thanks a lot, Jo.
Your comment means a great deal to me. I hope you're doing well.
Tom
Your comment means a great deal to me. I hope you're doing well.
Tom
Doing well Tom. Gotta tell you, I have painted on old barn wood so many times. I cut out many state shapes and painted scenes on them or painted what the state was known for. I am happy to say they went over really big.
Apr 21, 2024 13:11:05 #
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