Through My Lens..... "Pay Attention, Be Astonished, Tell About It" ~ Mary Oliver
Through My Lens..... "Pay Attention, Be Astonished, Tell About It" ~ Mary Oliver
Lensbaby lenses are creative effect lenses, each one having specific characteristics and properties. Attaching a Lensbaby to my camera allows me a different way of seeing….as the company says, these lenses are “The enemy of perfection”. I enjoy the creative possibilities they provide.
Currently there are three Lensbabys in my camera bag… Velvet 56, Sol 45, and Twist 60.
“The Sun’s Promise”
As the Sun marches northward, it promises to bring longer days and warmer temperatures.
Lensbaby Sol 45
The “Imperial Tower” lighthouse on Chantry island is the first warning mariners approach as they near Southampton, Ontario. It quietly weathers the cold harsh winters and in some way I’m sure, dreams of warm summer days and admiring tourists.
Lensbaby Sol 45
The range light at the Southampton has been guiding and protecting mariners for years as they make their way towards the harbour. Built in the early 1800’s the current building continues its’ watch weathering gale force winds, sleet, ice, snow and fierce waves.
As water levels of the Great Lakes rise, it will experience even more challenging conditions.
Lensbaby Sol 45
Light on the Southampton shore guides mariners, keeping them safe. Although it’s not as showy as it’s sister range lights, it’s purpose is every bit as vital.
Lensbaby Sol 45
Lensbaby Sol 45
Evening Primrose is lush with perfection.
Lensbaby Velvet 56
Handsome as ever…
Lensbaby Twist 60
The beautiful Miss Magpie…
The Twist 60 is becoming my favourite portrait lenses.
The lovely Magpie…
Lensbaby Twist 60
Deep cold overnight temperatures have the Sauble dreaming of freedom and Spring
Velvet 56
We are celebrating Sprig’s seventh birthday.
Lensbaby Twist 60
Lovely Brown Eyed Susans adorn the ditches in large patches in midsummer
The well named Turtlehead graces the shores of small streams. It’s presence marks the coming of fall
Twist 60
I imagine dogs dream of romping through the forest, wading in the water, freedom from a leash.
Velvet 56
Velvet 56
Velvet 56, ICM
The early brilliant colours of fall bring to my mind the rich colours of Labradorite. A mineral found in Canada, it’s a magical stone for those who travel and embrace the Universe. Inuit people claim Labradorite fell from the frozen fire of the Aurora Borealis, transforming to the extraordinary and separating reality from unseen realms.
Velvet 56