What photography is possible during the COVID-19 pandemic? Street photography is probably completely out of the question. Landscape photography holds some possibilities if you make a concerted effort to avoid people. Documentary photography is probably an important subset of the genre currently...but you may be perceived as rude, unsympathetic, and callous during these stressful times. A safe bet would probably be macro photography within your home and in your backyard! Before throwing this idea to the curb...give it some serious consideration! Friends...it's time to break out those macro lenses and get to it! I did just that...here are the results!
Spring Flowers; San Tan Valley, Arizona USA; Pentax K-1 Mark II, Irix 150mm f2.8 Dragonfly Macro
Cactus Glow; San Tan Valley, Arizona USA; Pentax K-1 Mark II; Irix 150mm f2.8 Dragonfly Macro
So there you have it…a couple of photos taken right in my very own backyard in just a few minutes. If I were to take the time and effort…dozens more would likely be found! If you feel the walls beginning to close in around you…go outside and get a breath of fresh air. You may soon find yourself creating some interesting photos…or at least some pretty neat snapshots you can post to Facebook or send to friends. Take care until next time!
Steve