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A Picture or a Photograph...

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May 29, 2010 12:20 AM

A Picture or a Photograph...
     ...what is the difference? Or is there? Anyone who reads my blogs knows that photography is my passion. Given an interesting subject, I can easily get into my right mind and start wandering behind the pixels.
     I marvel at an artist's abilities to put images on canvas. There is a special place in their mind where time and form intertwine. Form becomes everything and time just is.
     Granted. A massive field of flowers is something that most folks would want to take a picture of. Only someone in their "right mind" would spend an hour looking for the right subject to photograph...

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Adam Malachi

A 2 Z Realty LLC - Castle Rock, CO

QSC,CDPE,CIPS,CNE,CRB,CRS,GRI,MRE,SFR

Great post! Wonderful picture! Sunflowers are my favorite!

Thanks for sharing.

Adam

May 29, 2010 09:53 AM

Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX

NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good afternoon Michael,

What wonderful pictures..you have such a creative eye..thank you for sharing your passion!

May 29, 2010 10:00 AM

Lori Cofer

Beasley Realty - Moscow, ID

REALTOR, Moscow Idaho Real Estate

Michael,

Gorgeous photograph! Its like a painting.

Lori

May 29, 2010 01:11 PM

Myrl Jeffcoat

Sacramento, CA

Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

There's something about Sunflowers that reminds me of my dad, sunshine and happiness. I think that great photos like these pass over into the world of fine art!

May 29, 2010 02:48 PM

Mark Hall

Realty One Group Cascadia - Vancouver, WA

Homes for Sale Vancouver Washington

Having been a professional photographer for 12 years, I was really burnt out on the idea of photography. Reading your blogs and seeing your posts has encouraged me to start shooting for Fun again. Thank you for that.

May 30, 2010 06:31 AM

Leslie Ebersole

Swanepoel T3 Group - Saint Charles, IL

I help brokers build businesses they love.

I like the idea of slowing down for anything these days...and in your case it produces beautiful art!

May 30, 2010 09:54 AM

Angela & Stephen Hardiman / HouseTie.com

HouseTie.com - Spokane, WA

When first impressions count...

Michael,

Great photos make all the difference in the world. You truly have a gift.

Angela

May 30, 2010 10:57 AM

John Novak

Keller Williams Realty The Marketplace - Las Vegas, NV

Henderson, Las Vegas and Summerlin Real Estate

Hi Michael - Though it's not all black and white (ha ha), a photograph usually has some thought and intent put into it. Form, perspective, composition, light/shadow/color all go into the artistic side, and then it's a matter of having the skill to accurately capture the vision.

May 30, 2010 11:21 AM

Bill Gillhespy

16 Sunview Blvd - Fort Myers Beach, FL

Fort Myers Beach Realtor, Fort Myers Beach Agent - Homes & Condos

Hi Michael, I'm totally with you on photography. Great pics in the post ! Have a terriific Memorial Day !

May 30, 2010 01:25 PM

Nick T Pappas

Assoc. Broker ABR, CRS, SFR, e-Pro, @Homes Realty Group, Broker/Providence Property Mgmnt, LLC Huntsville AL - Huntsville, AL

Madison & Huntsville Alabama Real Estate Resource

Michael, the photos above do catch the imagination. Your passion for photography shows. I also need to say that I agree with everything Andrew said in the first comment.

May 30, 2010 04:45 PM

Robin Dampier REALTOR®

Coldwell Banker King - Hendersonville, NC

Hendersonville & Western NC Real Estate Source

Beautiful work with the sunflower. They are just a bright, sunny and uplifting subject matter. Thanks for sharing.

Sue of Robin and Sue

May 30, 2010 05:19 PM

Christine Donovan

Donovan Blatt Realty - Costa Mesa, CA

Broker/Attorney 714-319-9751 DRE01267479 - Costa M

Some people take photography to an art form. For myself, I've found myself lost behind the lens and wondering how I got to certain places while trying to take the perfect photo.

May 30, 2010 06:28 PM

Jim Hale

ACTIONAGENTS.NET - Eugene, OR

Eugene Oregon's Best Home Search Website

A photograph captures our eyes. A picture captures the rest of us.

May 30, 2010 10:44 PM

Richard Strahm

American Foursquare Realty - Lansdale, PA

Lansdale and North Penn Real Estate

You have a fantastic eye! Anyone can take a photograph, but it takes someone like you to turn it into art!

May 31, 2010 01:12 AM

Debe Maxwell, CRS

Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC

The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

Hi Michael! You truly do have a talent for photography and I guess that it does take a passion for the 'artwork' behind the lens to be as successful as you are at it.

I love the right mind comment--I'm left handed and always proclaim to be in my 'right mind!' LOL

Enjoy your Memorial Day...

May 31, 2010 05:34 AM

Lisa Hill

Florida Property Experts - Daytona Beach, FL

Daytona Beach Real Estate

That sunflower photo is amazing! I actually am an artist (3 years of lessons... watercolor, pen and ink-stippling and hatching, pastels, and general sketching) so obviously I graviate toward photos as well. Unfortunately, I don't have the equipment necessary to take REALLY good photos! I'm just waiting for a few good sales. I impatiently wait for the day I have a kick-butt zoom lens. Then, look out world! =D

May 31, 2010 08:35 AM

Irene Kennedy Realtor® in Northwestern NJ

Weichert - Lopatcong, NJ

I'm so pleased with myself when I take a great picture. I leave photographs to the pros like you, Michael, although I sure love to look at them!

May 31, 2010 09:32 AM

Claudette Millette

The Buyers' Counsel - Ashland, MA

Buyer, Broker - Metrowest Mass

Michael:

These could be photographs or paintings, but they are definitely works of art. That is the quality that distinguishes a great photographer from a mediocre one.

Jun 01, 2010 12:19 AM

Michael Delaware

North Sky Realty LLC - Battle Creek, MI

REALTOR®, CRS, GRI

Great photos. Sunflowers are the best.

Jun 01, 2010 02:38 PM

Susan Brown

Keller Williams NE, Kingwood Texas (Humble & Atascocita too) - Kingwood, TX

Michael, What a great photo of the field of flowers - but the single flower is incredible! Wonderful job.

Jun 02, 2010 05:19 AM