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How is everyone this weekend?

After some months of hibernation, I'm getting more and more outside. Today, I even saw a daffodil!
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It's nice to start feeling connected with nature once more.

When I started photography, I often thought of my camera as simply a tool for capturing images and moments in time. I didn't really think it could do more for me.
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At the time, I was unaware that the camera's greatest power lay not in what it helped me record but in what it taught me about my perceptions.

Over time, I've seen that Dorothea Lange's quote encourages photographers to be more open to the state of mind that photography can foster.
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​Mindful Gaze

Mindfulness is a bit of a buzzword these days, but it's played a major role in my photography journey. I've always enjoyed solitude, whether walking through a wood or driving around empty streets at night.
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This quietness has helped me recognise the often unseen details in our world. Patterns of light and shadow, textures, shape and form. The building blocks of photography

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Over time this awareness has changed, morphed, if you will, into a connectedness.
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My favourite photos have come from when I haven't forced them but felt in tune with my surroundings.
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​Connected

I've spent quite a bit of time recently thinking about this idea of connection. What I've found is that as I've pared down my gear and worried less about technique, I've felt more engaged with the act of taking a photo.
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It's also made my photos more authentic. Something that AI could never recreate because I'm feeling, living, and experiencing the moment as I trip the shutter.
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​See The World​
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Ultimately, Dorothea Lange's words remind us that photography isn't just something we do; it's a way of being.

It’s a practice that invites us to live more attentively, intentionally, and with greater connection—to ourselves, others, and the world around us.

We will all ultimately find that we start to “see” the world differently inside the viewfinder and when we are just out there, living our lives and having new experiences.
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What do you think of the idea of 'Connected Photography'?
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Connection, of course, isn't just about connecting with the scene but also with fellow photographers

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At previous events, it's been awesome to see the way that people share ideas, bring inspiration, and prove that photography, when given a chance, isn't just about superficial likes and endlessly posting to social media.

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Photographer Of The Week

Dorothea Lange

Dorothea Lange was not just a photographer; she was a visual storyteller who connected deeply with her subjects and the world around her.

Best known for her powerful documentary work during the Great Depression, Lange's photography transcended mere documentation, capturing the raw emotion and human spirit of the people she encountered.

Her ability to see beyond the surface, to capture authentic human moments, and to convey powerful emotions offers a compelling example of the essence of "Connected Photography" – a philosophy where mindful observation and deeply felt human interaction are the true guiding principles.

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​https://www.moma.org/artists/3373-dorothea-lange​
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Weekly Challenge

Last week, I asked you to share your favourite street/urban photos. There are some really wonderful images this week - here are some of my favourites. Also, a reminder to please make sure you follow the naming structure INITIAL_SURNAME so I can credit you :D
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The three most popular uploads this week were:
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I'd love to see your images where colour is the focus or the main subject this week
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Please upload your photos here - https://www.picdrop.com/tpe/NJLnTAiA9v​

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Community Recap

There's been some great photography and discussion going on in the TPE community this week.
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Each Wednesday, we get together and have a chat about photography.
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Get instant access to the community and the included classes here​
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Thanks so much for reading along with me today. Have an awesome weekend.
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Alex

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