A value Valentine

So, sorry if I haven’t been posting stuff for a while but I’ve been quite busy ( and dealing with an awful flu too..).

This morning I had time to do something fun : still-life!

For those who have no clue of what I’m talking about, Still-life photography consists into shooting objects and it gives you the chance to play with the design elements within a composition. You’ve got to develop a good sense of lighting and it allows you to give a signature to your images. It takes time and patience, but I love it! I’m still more keen about reportage, of course. But when you don’t have time to go out and you have some stuff at home that can become your main subjects, it’s a good exercise and a nice challenge.

I’ve taken these pictures this morning and thought about the sentences while I was shooting. There was an amazing sun! ( yeah, that’s my hand playing with that light bulb!)

I totally understand that Valentine’s Day can be hard for some people, but I believe that the day of “love” may refer to so many other beautiful ways to feel it, not just the kind related to a couple. Love yourself! This can change your days so much. And love your planet, respect it. These are two nice kind of love I wish people will remember today.

So hug yourself and the land you’re walking on! If you’re reading this, you were probably born on the lucky side of the earth. Then, smile! And give back 🙂