Renaissance

At times I wonder why there are no comments on my flickr photos. The reason is in fact easy to figure out. Unless I am exceptionally good at photography I cannot expect comments/critiques on my work, unless I reciprocate the same to others. For this I need to build a good community of photographers by commenting on their works or participating in discussion etc. Unless I do this there is no way that someone will comment/critique on my work.

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Street photography is more challenging form of photography. Difficult than getting best macro shot, or portrait shot. The photos need to have life in them. Techniques seldom matters in street photography as the scene is so dynamic and it doesn’t wait for anybody.

A successful street photography- or any photograph for that matter - is when eye, mind and heart come together. - Cartier-Bresson

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This week’s New Scientist gives tips to make better choices.

1. Don’t fear the consequences
2. Go with your gut instincts
3. Consider your emotions
4. Play the devil’s advocate
5. Keep your eye on  the ball
6. Don’t cry over spilt milk
7. Look at it another way
8. Beware social pressure
9. Limit your options
10. Have someone else choose

Quotes from the article:

“Whatever the future holds it will hurt or please you less than you imagine”

“Searching for evidence that could prove you wrong is a painful process”

“The more we invest in something the more committed we feel to it”

“If you find everyone in your group agreeing, play the contrarian”

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