Project: Photo // Reflections

A few weeks ago, I dropped my iPhone and shattered the screen. I had to pay $100 to get the top screen and LCD screen replaced, which was very annoying because I'm planning to get the new iPhone 6s in November. However, I needed a working smart phone now and for the next 2 months to do this project, know what I mean?!

And now there's a tiny bird in the distance in every picture... but don't worry, it's not your screen. It's just a tiny scratch on my camera lens...

Oh well, 'least it works now!

This week's project took longer than the time originally allotted. I wanted more practice with different types of reflections, so I stretched out the assignment to last a few more weeks.

Anyway, this week's project is reflections.

Thoughts:

1. Reflections are much more stunning on a wind-less day, when one can capture a perfectly mirrored image. Otherwise the wind creates a ripple effect on water that slightly distorts the reflection. 
2. Puddle photography would have more context if the whole puddle is in the picture. Also, try getting the lens closer to the surface of the water.
3. I get it now... golden hour (aka sunrise/sunset) is amazing and the other pictures taken throughout the day are all crap. This is an annoying realization, as it will really limit practice time if I'm only taking pictures within those two time frames!