Maybe we're all seeking a sense of candidness as seemingly grand, synthetic things have become normalized in our everyday lives.
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As I have been capturing more & more photographs, I'm seeing my own mental trap of not going out to shoot because of a "boring" location.
There's no doubt an inspiring shot can be taken in a nice setting, but there's just something about capturing a special moment or an interesting perspective in a seemingly ordinary setting. Not necessarily having to shoot in uninteresting places, but rather maximizing the setting - wherever it may be. I believe the idea of maximizing one's environment has been a major driving force for photographers throughout history and is also why I find photography a fascinating and therapeutic activity.
This notion of seeing beyond the mundane has honestly been key for my own growth throughout this photo-taking journey. Street photographers in particular have my respect in this regard -- the uncertainty of what greets them outside is a constant and they must also fully immerse themselves in their present environment to produce their best work.
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Light & color are everywhere for your consumption (and your manipulation).
Mundane is only mundane if you let it be.