Lens Artists – Inspiration

A great theme from Tina Schell at Lens Artists. Inspiration is such an important part of the creative process! We need it like we need oxygen. I find a lot of inspiration in my travels and have been struggling this year, not being able to travel because of Covid-19. But I have a few Muses right here at home. They are always available and I often go to them for inspiration.

The Pacific Ocean is an eternal muse. I’m very inspired by it and, luckily, it’s always there for me, majestic and exciting, calming and inspiring. (ICM photography)

Other constant source of inspiration are my beautiful Agave plants. I have several at home and have been photographing them for years, mostly in abstract form using ICM technique.

Modern Architecture is another constant source of inspiration for me, be it here in L.A. or in my many travels.

Finally, I am always inspired by Color, which I use often on my abstracts. (ICM photography)  

LAPC – Treasure Hunt

The most adorable and ornate bicycle (London)

A boat full of people (Amsterdam)

This lovely street dog is a regular at this shop (Istanbul)

Portrait of street hustler. The snake around his neck is part of his act. Venice Beach, Los Angeles.

Adorable bird enjoying some peace and quiet (Washington. D.C.)

A bucket at a French winery.

A funny sign. Istanbul

Double Whammy: A portrait of a lady with her two dogs. Washington, D.C.

Triple Whammys

Sunset, seascape, and boats. Fortaleza, Brazil

Boat, Seascape and seagulls 

For Tina Schell’s Treasure Hunt Challenge

LAPC – Red

Red is my favorite color. Wherever I am with my camera, I’m looking for that pop of red. Here are some from various trips.

For Lens-Artists Photo Challenge #81: Find Something Red.

LAPC – Favorite Photos of 2019

2019 was the year when I fully embraced the rather unconventional genre of photography called Intentional Camera Movement (ICM). While I continue to love and take other photography genres, my favorite photos this year are the ICMs I took, especially the ones from Istanbul. I hope you can appreciate them. Happy New Year to all!

The next ones were taken in Brazil, Santa Monica and the blue abstract I must confess I have no memory of where I took it… 🙂

For Lens-Artists Photo Challenge