I have set a goal to talk and think more about creating art using my photography. I understand that many photographers spend more time discussing technique and equipment than contemplating art. It’s easier to discuss equipment and technique, while art is much less clearly defined.
As I mentioned yesterday, I often aim to infuse my photography with more artistic expression, but I frequently fall short of my intended mark. While I may grasp the message I sought to convey through a photograph, if the audience does not resonate with it, then it falls short of its intended impact. I hesitate to label it as a failure, as I believe that in art, there are no true failures but rather lessons for future works of art.
While working with a model to create film noir looks, we were walking down an alleyway when I noticed the “star” (which I believe was the planet Venus) in the sky. This made me think about the metaphorical dark alleys we sometimes have to navigate in life, with potential dangers lurking in the shadows, to reach our goals. It may not resonate with everyone, but it left a strong impression on me at the time. What do you think about this perspective?
Photographer Clay 
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