In Photography there are a lot of “what if’s” and underlying factors that can effect your final image in both a good way, or a bad way. Sometimes these little “happy accidents” as the famous painter, Bob Ross, used to say, can actually add to image. It might even create something unique that would wouldn’t even be able to reproduce if you tried! Even the most seasoned pros of photography will admit that chance or luck sometimes come into play in some of their favorite images. Sometimes you take en educated guess and you will hit your mark. The camera is on your hand, and your finger is on the trigger – it doesn’t cost anything to push the button, so don’t be afraid to. You might just capture something cool.
I’ve already talked about coming up with stock photo concepts accidentally and also how sometimes facial expressions can create an entirely different mood, theme, or idea in a photo. Here are a few of my happy accidents in digital photography.
Hip shots: walking across the street, unaware of my specific camera settings – just snapping as I walk while trekking it through Providence, RI and NYC, New York.
Here are some other random moments caught at the beach in Connecticut (Westbrook Beach) and Rhode Island (Watch Hill Beach in Westerly) that I didn’t exactly “plan” but spotted at a seconds notice.
I’m sure I have many more accidentals, but I can’t think of them at the moment. You’re not always going to “catch” a masterpiece, but you just might grab something you wouldn’t mind sharing with others. I don’t care if what kind of camera you own, whether it’s a DSLR or a basic cell phone camera. The worst image captured is the one that was even never attempted. Have fun, and don’t forget to screw around with your camera once in a while – you just might be pleasantly surprised with what comes out. You just have to be ready!
Do you have some of your own examples you would like to share? By all means, feel free to post them below in the comments section.
Or, you can learn to paint some “happy little clouds” LOL
