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Probably the hosts of a small Ryokan.
From the album of a german (?) tradesman living and working in Yokohama around 1908.
Because I host basic photography lessons and run a small business on the side, I am often asked if I am a professional photographer. To this I must honestly say "no" since I do not make my living through photography. At best, I am a serious hobbyist, who makes a few bucks on the side. But, I am a storyteller, and that to me is what is important in photography. Sometimes, I weave wild fantasies with crazy colors and otherworldly composites. Other times, I tell dramatic tales, or even documentaries in simple black and white. I have met some photographers who ridicule those who use photoshop or other editing tools as not "pure" photographers. I have also met photographers who believe that anyone who does not embrace the newest methods and technologies as troglodytes. To this I say that neither is correct. Use whatever method allows you to tell the story that you want to tell. You don't have to stick to one style. Steven King is best known for his horror writing prowess in stories like IT and Christine, but he also wrote compelling dramas such as Shawshank Redemption, The Green Mile, and Stand By Me. Just as people enjoy watching different types of movies, reading different genres of books, and listening to different styles of music, it's okay for a photographer to enjoy making different types of visual art. So feel free to express yourself however you feel, and don't allow yourself to be placed in any "box" that you don't want to be cornered in.
Finally, a "proper" winter's morning! Unfortunately the ivy on this tree is getting more every year - how much longer will this lovely tree be able to support the clinging visitor?
Hello my lovies!
Photo taken in the amazing rebuilt world of ^Unison^ - This is a place for DJs/Hosts and music appreciators to find themselves a true adventure.
The creators had a vision, one I've never seen anywhere else on the grid. Go check them out, tell me what you think. Fall in love with it and them as much as I did! Thank you Wishy and Mia for the tour! maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/SOCIALITE/109/129/52
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I have a busy month ahead.
Off to visit the wonderful world of Canada by way of Calgary for a week.
Then off to the Lone Star State until I come back with a killer tan!
So, for the next month, there will be limited photos and even less of my face around the grid.
Time for me to touch some grass.
Be good to one another, find time to do something you love and be artistic!
ღ Lilian ღ