quote that sums up my approach to photography

[dirtylibrarian]

It doesn't have to be

the blue iris, it could be
weeds in a vacant lot, or a few
small stones; just
pay attention, then patch

a few words together and don't try
to make them elaborate, this isn't
a contest but the doorway

into thanks, and a silence in which
another voice may speak.

-Mary Oliver

And perhaps for writing, too?

 

Comments

[jillbertini.livejournal.com]

I love that. So perfect.

Are you going to her reading in February?

[dirtylibrarian.livejournal.com]

Oh! Hadn't planned to. Are there tickets left?

[jillbertini.livejournal.com]

No, it's sold out! Can you imagine, a poet packing the house? I don't know if there will be tickets available closer to the date, but I'll keep my eyes peeled if any come up.

[dirtylibrarian.livejournal.com]

Well, I'm calling first dibs if anyone in your party needs to cancel (knock wood) ;)

[jillbertini.livejournal.com]

Okay then! :D

[gryph.livejournal.com]

In August I bought 10-12 rolls of film intended for BM, but I've been thinking I should pull out my special SLR and go on a photo safari. I could use the reconnection to soul, and maybe something good will come out of it. I've gotten spoiled by the free-factor of unlimited digital, but digital doesn't take as amazing pictures (unless you have an expensive digital).

[dirtylibrarian.livejournal.com]

Well, I would love to go on a photo safari with you. It would be cool to see the same subjects explored by two different people using film vs. digital!