Credit Where It Is Due

Credit Where It is Due

I like to make photographs, and I enjoy being praised for what I have done. But God teaches a different attitude, one of thankfulness and humility. He pointed that out to me recently. I DO NOT MAKE THESE PHOTOGRAPHS ALONE. I didn't create the light, or the technology which makes photography possible. I didn't buy my camera, it was a gift from my husband. I didn't give myself the ability to see through the camera in order to make an image which others find pleasing. It is right to use what I have been given to the best of my ability, but it is wrong to take credit for what I have not done. God made the light, the elements which are used to manufacture the camera, and the world from which these images come. He has given me gifts: people to teach me, eyes to see with, and a brain to process information. I am thankful for these gifts. He deserves all the praise, not I.

Showing posts with label scenics. Show all posts
Showing posts with label scenics. Show all posts

Friday, May 4, 2012

An Old Building


This is scanned from a 35mm print which was taken about 1974. I cropped it a little, retouched a few damaged spots, and adjusted the colors.
I don't know if this building still stands, or why it was built.
But I think it makes a great photo! 

Thursday, September 1, 2011

Nebraska Sky

This was taken just outside the gate of Scotts Bluff National Monument in western Nebraska.
I found it in my archive as I was looking for a photo for 
I think I will also link with Scenic Sunday. I hope everyone has a good weekend!

P.S. This place was a landmark on the Oregon Trail. If you are interested in the history of the Trail,
follow this link.

Friday, August 12, 2011

The Geese on Fry Creek



Here I am, back at my favorite spot for taking pictures.
I visit this place often!
These Canada Geese are feeding, swimming among and casting some marvelous reflections!
This is an uncropped image of the same area. There were other goose families on this inlet, also.
Soon they will start practicing for their fall migration.


Friday, August 5, 2011

I'm a Copy-Cat!

OK, I'm a copy-cat!
Two weeks ago James published a very cool upside-down reflection.
I was impressed!
A week later, I took this picture, and I think it also looks cool upside-down!

Friday, June 24, 2011

In South Dakota

We just returned from a road trip to Indiana and Nebraska. We were on the interstate highways a LOT. Now, one nice thing about interstate highways is the availability of rest areas. They vary from state to state, but offer an opportunity to stand up, walk around, and, if you're like me, take pictures! These shots were from one rest area in South Dakota. The frame of a concrete teepee...
This looks like it could have been set up as a sundial, too!
South Dakota is dry, but you do find trees!
I think the Indians used notches like you see here, but probably not bolts and wire!
6/26/11 Note: Spadoman (see his comment below) informs me that they didn"t use notches, but that the poles were tied together. Thanks for educating me!

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Friday, May 13, 2011

Memories and Reflections


This was taken about two months ago.
I could have saved it for Memorial Day, I guess,
But here it is today.

Friday, January 28, 2011

Saturday, October 24, 2009

Autumn Reflection


I stop here often to find photos. Some of my other reflections were captured just the other side of the road, looking south. You will find them here. This view is looking north.
To see more reflections, visit James at Newtown Area Photo.
For more scenic shots visit Scenic Sunday,
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Friday, October 9, 2009