Shutterbugs and friends,
Welcome to the World Through My Lens, 06.2019. This is a round-up of the photos I took during the month for the 2 photography challenges in which I am participating. There’s the Sunday Stills series hosted by Terri at Second Wind Leisure Perspectives and The Everyday Eye Candy Project 52 with LaShawn at Everyday Eye Candy on Facebook and her blog, Everyday Eye Candy. Here are the prompts for the past month and my interpretations. You can visit last month’s World Through My Lens post, here.
World Through My Lens, 06.2019
Didn’t use my DSL camera much this month. Need to quick relying on my phone for these photography challenges because the whole purpose of them was to inspire me to use my good camera. To become more familiar with it. Going to try to do better this month.
WORLD THROUGH MY LENS WEEK 23
SUNDAY STILLS, 06.02.2019: Edge
When I stopped on Transmountain Road in hopes of capturing a shot for this week’s prompt, I was thinking more along the lines of the edge of the mountain, the edge of the scenic parking area where it drops off along the mountain’s side. But the shadows on this picnic table from the pergola caught my eye. I bent down and snapped this photo from one edge of the table looking out onto the horizon where El Paso borders Juarez, Mexico. In Spanish, la frontera.
EVERYDAY EYECANDY PROJECT 52, WEEK 23: Diptych
Ok, so I had to look up this word to make sure I knew what it meant. Thanks to my high school Latin, I was pretty sure ‘di’ meant 2. But what’s a tych. So I looked it up. Merriam-Webster online defined it as:
a picture or series of pictures (such as an altarpiece) painted or carved on two hinged tablets; a work made up of two matching parts.
Then I cheated and checked out the diptych photos some of the others posted on the Everyday EyeCandy Project 52 Facebook page. Finally, I began taking pictures with this prompt in mind.
The photo on the left was taken outside the Socorro Mission, built in 1691, looking in. The photo on the right was taken from inside the mission, in the gift shop, looking out of the same window into the courtyard.
WORLD THROUGH MY LENS WEEK 24
SUNDAY STILLS, 06.09.2019: Unusual
This photograph is accidentally unusual. Call it divine intervention. I was walking through the cemetery on the grounds of the Socorro Mission when I noticed a stream of water flowing around several headstones against the back wall. The water was moving swiftly enough that I knew it had to be a canal running off the Rio Grande. So many of the grave sites are in upheaval, the ground caving in and the head stones crumbled and broken. I wondered if the cemetery was regularly flooded by canal run-off. This headstone was struggling to remain above water when I snapped the photo. The sunlight was illuminating it with a heavenly glow. And later, when I looked at the photo more carefully, I noticed the cross shaped patch of light in the water.
EVERYDAY EYECANDY PROJECT 52, WEEK 24: Fatherhood
On my last visit to Albuquerque, we all went out for ice cream at Cold Stone Creamery. Lucia attacked a bowl of ice cream half the size of her head with great gusto while her proud daddy, Francisco, looked on. I wasted no time on my bowl and when Lucia gave up on hers, I was ready to step in to finish it for her! Ultimate sacrifice. Grandma’s will do about anything for their granddaughters.
WORLD THROUGH MY LENS WEEK 25
SUNDAY STILLS, 06.16.2019: Paths
The other day, I found myself with an hour to kill between tours of potential daycares for Lucia. Ducked into a library across town. Noticed that toward the back of the library parking lot there was a sign for a trails and hikes. The following weekend, PC and I checked them out. The park was right in the middle of a commercial area of town but once on the path, walkers would never know they were just steps away from the library and surrounding shopping centers and a self-storage unit.
This photo is of a bridge crossing a dry creek bed on the path along our hike.
EVERYDAY EYECANDY PROJECT 52, WEEK 25: The Golden Hour
Have you noticed that in the hour before sunset, the world is bathed in a warm, golden light that exceeds the effect of any artificial filter or camera edit. The other evening, I was about to sit down on the couch after dinner when I realized my background was gilded and glowing. Grabbed my phone and took a few photos of the beautiful coral colored clouds, their reflection in the pool and the way our normally beige stucco became a rich earthy terracotta.
WORLD THROUGH MY LENS WEEK 26
SUNDAY STILLS, 06.23.2019: Stillness
The Socorro Mission offered a number of photo ops for this month’s prompts. On this very warm June morning, I was the only person wandering around the cemetery, the grounds and the mission. The doors to the mission are almost always unlocked so parishioners and others can come in to pray and worship. It was cool inside, quiet and peaceful. After walking up to the altar, I sat for a moment and enjoyed the stillness while praying for some close and distant friends.
EVERYDAY EYECANDY PROJECT 52, WEEK 26: Monochrome
Confession. I used a filter to ‘monochrome-up’ this photo. It wasn’t exactly rainbow colored anyway but the mission was stark white adobe against the bluest of west Texas skies. So, with a little finagling, I give you a monochromatic look at the Socorro Mission. And then again, I’m not real sure this qualifies for monochromatic. Hmmm.
WORLD THROUGH MY LENS WEEK 27
SUNDAY STILLS, 06.30.2019: Great Outdoors
The photo below was taken of the same set of trails as I photographed above for ‘paths’. This is a photo of the trail head from which the three trails branch out. If you look carefully, you can see roof tops on the right of the photo and yet, it looks like we were hiking in the middle of nowhere.
EVERYDAY EYECANDY PROJECT 52, WEEK 27: Red, White and Blue
Took photos of my 4th of July decorations, and a blueberry fluff dessert that was red, white and blue. But I think this shot of the flat layout of my holiday outfit is the best photo of a red, white and blue palette.
Random Shots
The photo below is of another upturned headstone in the Socorro cemetery. So many of the headstones were broken, or in bad shape. I found myself wanting to clean up and put things back together but it would have taken days to get the cemetery in better shape. Can’t imagine how these poor souls could be resting in peace.
Found this Frida Kahlo mobile at one of my favorite nick-knack stores. Thinking she would be a terrific addition to my loft space but I really don’t need more stuff. So hopefully, having a photo of her will be enough.
And one last photo. When I was taking pictures for the prompt ‘edge’, this is one shot I considered using. But the one above seemed to represent the prompt better. This is a picnic table at a scenic overlook on Transmountain Road. I liked all of the lines in the photo. And the contrast between light and shadow.
Your Turn
We are well into the new month and I haven’t even peeked at the prompts for July. Guess I need to do that! These photo challenges help me step outside my comfort zone. And look at my life and my world through a different set of eyes. If you were sharing photos for the World Through My Lens, 06.2017 prompts, what would you share?
I have a bunch of fashion posts to share in the coming days. PC has worked on my laptop again and it seems – knock on wood – to be fixed. The screen hasn’t gone black all evening tonight. Hallelujah. So I need to strike while the iron is hot and get into my fashion haus!
Enjoy a restful Sunday, girls. Thank you for taking a few minutes to spend time here, with me.
Hugs and kisses,
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About Leslie Roberts Clingan
I am an aspiring blogger and children's author, wife, mother, daughter, sister, - in-law, responsible pet owner and recently retired elementary school librarian. I hope to figure out the next chapter of my life as I transition from crazy, busy work world onto totally idle retirement and now to something in-between.
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Dee | Grammy's Grid
You rocked the challenges! The pics are great even though you didn’t use your DSL! I have a big ole fancy 18 MP Canon camera and although it takes nice pics, it is so worrisome for me to use. It’s heavy and the strap hurts my neck even thought it’s nice and padded. I’d whole lot rather use my iPhone with a 20 MP Sony lens that attaches to it if I want to zoom up. Gee, I ought to do a blog post about it, huh?
Leslie Roberts Clingan
Do a blog post about using your Sony lens. I bought a lens for my phone, too, and have never used it! For shame. Maybe we could do a post together? Maybe you could teach me how to use mine???
I like using my good camera but like you said, it is worrisome to use and to drag all over. And using it makes me nervous!! By the time I get all of the settings right, the sun has gone down, the grandbaby has started crying, the kitty has run off.
Donna Connolly
Your photos are captivating, Leslie. I especially like the one with Lucia and her ice-cream!
Leslie Roberts Clingan
Thank you, Donna. Francisco was so cute watching his daughter eat the ice cream. Wish I could have gotten a closer shot of the proud little smile on his face.
Juhli
Your photos are amazing and quite professional. I’m looking forward to seeing what you come up with for the next month’s collection.
Leslie Roberts Clingan
Thank you, Juhli. I am finding that I really enjoy photography.
Terri Webster Schrandt
Leslie, you captured each theme so well with lots of creativity! The last image you wanted to use for “edge” is gorgeous–just the kind of abstract shots I look for and attempt to capture! The water surrounding the headstone really is an interesting shot. I love when those things happen! So glad you could join Sunday Stills for June (5 weeks worth). And how fun to find a random hiking trail behind a library!
Leslie Roberts Clingan
Thank you, Terri, for always saying such sweet, encouraging things about my photos. I am finding that photography is becoming a favorite hobby. Just need to get more comfortable taking my DSL along and using it. So enjoy all of your gorgeous shots…the recent surfing ones were magnificent.
Daenel T.
What great pictures. It’s so fun to see life through your lens. You’re doing so much better with the challenges than I am. I always start these things and then I lose interest. Or simply forget.
Leslie Roberts Clingan
I have struggled to keep up with the photo challenge, too, but it helps that I give myself the entire month to capture my version of the prompts and then put them all in one post. I have to keep looking at the prompts weekly because I forget what they are! Maybe you can get started again, and share on your blog, if not on the FB page for the group.
Deb
You really do have an eye for a great photo; these are lovely.
Have you thought about joining in the Summer Photo Scavenger Hunt that Mary Lou hosts? http://patioposts.blogspot.com/2019/04/me-on-monday-spsh-list.html
It isn’t too late to join in and it’s good fun!
Leslie Roberts Clingan
Oh, thank you for suggesting the scavenger hunt photo challenge. Going to check it out. I sure enjoy taking photographs lately. Kind of a new way to be creative.
Ruth Josey
What wonderful stories with each of the beautiful photos! I love your interpretation of the photo challenges. I think for the monochrome, I’d put the lens on and snap the shot and post a big, black void. I’m getting a good camera next month for my birthday and I’m so excited to start playing with it, so hopefully I’ll get really creative with it, too. I’m thinking that one with the stripes coming out of the pergola (the first one) would be an awesome spot for you to be sitting for a photo shoot. And I think that Frida mobile needs to be hanging near your front door 😀 Thanks so much for sharing – you’ve gotten my creative juices flowing!
Ruth
VogueFauxReal
Leslie Roberts Clingan
Oh, my, I want that Frida mobile more than ever now. What a great place to hang her, near my front door. Thank you for that suggestion. I have a feeling she is going to find a way home with me next pay day.
Hope you discover a love of a photography as you become comfortable with your birthday camera. Consider joining Terri at Second Wind Perspectives for the Sunday Stills prompts the rest of the year. Great way to get your feet wet. Happy birthday!!
em
I think I’ve missed out on some of these posts…I’ll have to check out your archives.
This was like going to a gallery for me (which I don’t do enough). I always seem to get drawn in to the work…as I did with your photos above.
Very cool….exercise AND execution!
Leslie Roberts Clingan
You sweet thing. Thank you. I am really enjoying my attempts at photography. Need to quit being lazy and use my good camera more often rather than just pulling out my phone.
Dara
I love that first one! They are all great though!
Leslie Roberts Clingan
Thank you!! I am glad we share a love of photography.
cindi
Great shots Leslie. You make me want to take out my own Canon camera and restart my old hobby. Hmmmmm? Maybe.
Thanks for sharing.
Leslie Roberts Clingan
Girl, get that camera out!! Come join these photo challenges for the second half of the year. Going to email you the graphics with the prompts.
Carrie @ Curly Crafty Mom
You are getting really, really good at this Leslie and I love how you explain the story behind each photo. Love the outside/inside shot of the same window, the ice cream photo (love that you helped her out by finishing it!) and the shadows on the table (would have NEVER guessed it was a table in the first photo!).
Carrie
curlycraftymom.com
Leslie Roberts Clingan
Aww, you are such a sweet cheerleader. I am enjoying my photography more than even my painting and crafting these days. It is a new way to express myself creatively. And it is so forgiving. Like I can’t really mess up because I can just take another shot and try again!
lorraine
What great photos, I’ve never joined in with photography prompts but its a good idea. I think it would make you look at your surroundings differently. There is a photography linkup called #silentsunday it’s one photo, no words. You might like it.
#MLSTL
Leslie Roberts Clingan
Thank you so much, Lorraine. I have seen mention of wordless photo challenges. Love that idea. Silent Sunday, huh? Will look into it. Thank you for visiting.
Joanne Tracey
Some great shots here. That first shadow capture though is hard to beat! #MLSTL
Leslie Roberts Clingan
Thank you for stopping by, Joanne! I was surprised at the way the shadows on the picnic table made such an interesting shot. Had several photos that would have worked for the prompt but that was my favorite. They might be fun to print and frame side by side. Enjoyed your photos of the outstanding street art you recently captured.
Leanne | www.crestingthehill.com.au
Beautiful photos and I love all the variety – so many different aspects to your month! Of course my favourite was the one of your grandaughter and her dad and icecream – family is so special isn’t it?
Thanks for linking up with us at MLSTL and I’ve shared on my SM 🙂
Leslie Roberts Clingan
Thank you, Leanne, for coming by and leaving a message. I have so enjoyed my photo challenges. They have helped me see beauty in even the simplest things.
Sue from Sizzling Towards 60 & Beyond
Beautiful photography Cuz and I wish I was more adept at taking photographs. Perhaps I should bite the bullet and join one of the challenges such as Terri’s Sunday Stills. Practice makes perfect, right? Thanks for sharing at #MLSTL it is so lovely to have you join us. Have a beautiful weekend. xx
Leslie Roberts Clingan
Come on, girl!! Finish up the year with Terri’s Sunday Stills. Emailing you the link to the prompts right now!!
Debbie Harris
You’ve certainly been busy with your photography challenges Leslie! Good on you! I like the variety and you are obviously experimenting with angles and subject matter. Great to see you participating in some of the ones I also join in with and to hear your computer issues are fixed! #mlstl
Leslie Roberts Clingan
Thank you so much, Debbie. I am really enjoying becoming more confident with my silly phone camera and my good DSL, too.