In 2011 I took on a “Photo a Day Challenge” with a group of other photographers. The only rules were 1 photo a day, can be taken with any type of camera including a phone. It was also decided that “slipper shots” were allowed. This turned out to be a good thing since I was in the hospital for 3 days in February and had surgery on my shoulder in October leaving me in a sling for 2 weeks and it was maybe 2 more weeks before i could properly use my DSLR without shaking.
My husband is active duty Army and in September 2010 we moved from Missouri to Oklahoma. The move brought about many new photo opportunities that made 2011 a great year to do this Photo a day. The Wichita Mountain Wildlife Refuge is practically in our backyard. We live on Fort Sill which is home to the only Field Artillery Half Section in the US Army. There are historic buildings everywhere and old barns and buildings that make great HDR material! I had the great privelege of photographing the Lawton Rangers on several occasions including their 73rd annual Rodeo. I also made it a point to try new things, to step outside my comfort zone.
Ive had several opportunities to photograph the Fort Sill Half Section. They can often be seen in on post ceremonies as well as performing off post in events such as the Lawton Rangers Annual Rodeo.
I enjoyed the challenge and I tried new things. I plan to put the daily photos into a book.
I am now doing a project 52 for 2012. Photos are only once a week instead of daily. I already find it difficult because i feel daily like im forgetting to do something! I have some great plans for more “stepping outside my box” and learning new things. I look forward to sharing that with all of you. Please follow my facebook business page if you dont already.
Thank you for all your kind words and support along the way!
