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I am passionate about photography for many reasons and feel lucky to have had a late (but not too late!) introduction into this wonderful form of art.

It has been a fun challenge for me to learn not just the mechanics of using my camera but the art of how to tell a great story through an image. Most of my learning has been through trial and error. I spend a lot of time observing what other photographers do well. I read articles and participate in chats groups whose focus are photography. I spend a lot of time reflecting on my images, good or bad, and applying what I have learned to future images.

Photography often gets me out into nature. I enjoy photographing images of the very small wonders, with my macro lens as well as wildlife and landscapes. But even if I return home with no images, it is always time well-spent.

As my skills as a photographer have developed I have been able to apply them to some of my other passions, including citizen science (through sites like iNat and my local Naturalist society), education (I am a teacher-librarian) and gardening.

Another reason I love photography is how it has connected me with others who are curious, excited and passionate about their art. I love the energy of the people I meet through a shared love of photography.

Finally, photography has been so very good for my mental health. Life is full of ups and downs and when faced with the downs, I find I can look to photography for the familiar, for healthy distraction and for a way up again.

If you have taken the time to read this, thank you. I wish you all the best on your photo journey!

Other places I share my images:

instagram.com/perspicaciousphoto

www.threads.net/@perspicaciousphoto

Photography guides and ebooks at Photzy.com