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Fall in the Neighborhood1 min read time

“When young photographers ask me what they should do, I always tell them to stay close to home.”

-Annie Leibovitz

I have had the opportunity to take a couple of day trips to enjoy fall colors, but I have spent most of my time

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“When young photographers ask me what they should do, I always tell them to stay close to home.”

-Annie Leibovitz

I have had the opportunity to take a couple of day trips to enjoy fall colors, but I have spent most of my time

exploring in my own neighborhood.  The benefits of photographing near home include:  saving on gas money, , less wear and tear on my car, getting in my steps, and watching as things change daily.

After ten months of retirement, I am finally settling into a rhythm.  After living a particular life for 33 1/2 years, it is extremely unsettling when that part of your life ends.  It has taken me time to process my new life.  My camera has been a huge help along the way.

Each morning I take an hour or longer walk with my camera.  While taking these walks I have enjoyed witnessing the changes of the fall leaves while experimenting with new techniques.

I have enjoyed taking photography classes.  The class I am currently taking is Break Free From the Rules with April Milani.  I am getting much inspiration to explore from April and my fellow participants.

Morning at the Lake

Morning at the Lake

 

Really Found it this Way

Really Found it this Way

 

Lake Views

Lake Views

 

Last Dance

Last Dance

 

Fall's Explosion

Fall’s Explosion

 

Sunset

Sunset

 

A Closer Look at Sunset

A Closer Look at Sunset

 

Leaf Imprint in Shadow

Leaf Imprint in Shadow

 

Scattered

Scattered

I hope you will take time this weekend to take a look at your surroundings and find inspiration.

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Mary Presson Roberts

Mary is an award winning photographer. Her photography, blog, and events can be found at TheMaryPhotographer.com.

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