Each blog anniversary reminds me that I took up the camera as substitute for cigarettes – it helped me in the short term. I suppose I began to think about taking photography more seriously, amateurish but learning and improving but now I rest on my laurels such as they are,content to make do with the limits of my talent in a snap happy way.
My goto camera is the pocketable Ricoh GRiii, a sometime outing with a Lumix G6, iPhone 14 and more rarely a Canon EOS SD [click for closer views]
My brother-in-law SB was a professional photographer and having lost much of his sight, he gave me all his camera equipment in March 2024 including his Canon EOS. This photo is one I took when he first showed me how to use his camera – it is the family cat, an old boy, one of Israel’s stray kittens that found a home.
Sadly SB died last night after a long illness so I dedicate this post to a true photographer
S. Burton 1938-2026 with thanks all for his encouragement as right up to the last he followed this blog, and with strong magnifying lenses could just about make out my latest photo post.
What a beautiful tribute and photos. My condolences for your family’s loss, Laura. Sending you lots of hugs.
thank you Jude for your kind words
Beautiful photos, Laura. My condolences to you and your family.🫂
many thanks Melissa – much appreciated
My condolences dear Laura. Beautiful photography. Blessings.
thank you Selma for your sincerity
Love the photos Laura and the raison d’etre
many thanks Paul and for the many times you have appreciated my photography
My pleasure indeed Laura ❤️
So sorry for your this very big loss, Laura. You have posted a fine set of photographs with some very individual and striking perspectives. Tx
thank you for your feedback on the photos Tish and your condolences
I’m really so sorry for your loss, Laura. Wishing him rest in peace.
Very nice photos, though!
many thanks for your comment now and often
You’re very welcome.
Amazing photographs, Laura! I am very sorry for your loss. Please accept my condolences.
thank you Punam for your kind words
I’m sorry Laura. This is a wonderful tribute (K)
thank you – he was so kind with his praise
Sorry about your loss, Laura! He trusted you with his precious equipment, and I think you did him justice with that very first tack-sharp photo of the cat.
Such encouraging words Kiki and so true – he valued his camera so thank you for your insight too –
Out of the ashes, your view behind the lens…
indeed John – seeing things my way with his camera and encouragement gives a continuity even after death
I am sorry to hear of your deep loss. I have always loved your photography and I do believe you are quite talented. Happy Blog Anniversary.
many thanks Donna for your kind words – you and I ‘met’ on the blogosphere almost as many years ago!
Indeed we did and I have treasured that friendship.