The Core of the Issue

“With an apple I will astonish Paris.”

— Paul Cezanne

Have you ever felt like you have lost your way in the world? I am feeling this strongly over the last few weeks. While I have lots of strategies to avoid the emotional impact of being without clear direction or purpose, I am choosing not to employ them. Despite the rawness of feeling existentially insignificant, I am not seduced into numbing out or going into action overdrive. I would rather face the real terror of "being lost"...of nonexistence, than cover it up with a warm, fuzzy blanket or jump into some new adventure that I will lose passion for 20 seconds into it.

What does this have to do with closeups of apples? Hmmm. Diving into the core.

Apple Close UpNikon D3200 • Nikon 18-55mm lens • 42mm • F/13 • 1/4s • ISO 200 • x10 Close Up Filter — **Apple Close Up**
Nikon D3200 • Nikon 18-55mm lens • 42mm • F/13 • 1/4s • ISO 200 • x10 Close Up Filter

Up Close and Beautiful

“Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better.”

— Albert Einstein

I have always been attracted to agate stones finding such beauty in their diversity, colors, and patterns. Metaphysically, they are supposed to enhance creativity and the intellect, making them awesome stones for both students and artists. I always feel very grounded with this stone on my person even though it is also known for increasing energy. I picked this one out a few months back and today, was inspired to attempt capturing the detail of its gorgeous colors, striations, and texture. It was a little harder than I thought it would be to photograph.

I'm looking forward to having my photo light tent soon (purchased on Amazon with birthday money. Yay! And thank you Mom and Dad) Maybe it will come tomorrow making the rest of this week's theme a little easier. Still, I hope you enjoy.