Minnesota Photographer | Fine Art | Landscapes & Cityscapes | Metal & Slate Prints | Commission Work | Fascinated with snow, the North Shore and blue hour
And I love to write.
Author: Josh Driver Photography
Spring, You’re Looking Better Every Year
Seriously, though. Spring is more and more endearing to me every year. Yes, the Minnesotan winter takes a toll even on this self-proclaimed lover of ice. Obviously, there is the warm relief spring brings. But I’ve really seen my appreciation …
What If?
I was listening to the LensWork Podcast today, one of the channels that spark creative thought and ideas for blog posts, and it sparked me to comment on this “What if?” question. Brooks Jensen, host of the podcast, was describing …
Photographing Trees in Winter
It’s harder than I thought. This somewhat surprises me. They are just trees, silent and aloof, moving only when wind passes through. We see them every time we go outside. When I approach they don’t flee but pose tall and …
Are People More Interested in What’s New, Rather Than What’s Better?
I recently read a business article with the title, Being Different Beats Being Better. It followed up with a quote: “Everyone is interested in what’s new. Few people are interested in what’s better. Who cares about a marginally better product …
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When Iconic & Photogenic Locations Change
I knew the “Sea Stack”, formerly an arch in Tettegouche State Park, was popular among photographers and park visitors. But upon its collapse into Lake Superior during a storm over the weekend, I saw the impact its disappearance across the …
Astrophotography Addiction
On September 1, I was a young child, filled with wonder and awe. I chased the night sky charms with a fellow photographer and friend on a thrilling adventure. From blue hour on what I call Minnesota’s small Cliffs of …
Photography: “The Shot” or the Story
Do a majority of photographers place more value on finding that one shot than focusing a story? Does “the perfect shot” tell enough of the story? Is there room for more story telling in photography from photos that aren’t as …
