Nature's Treasures - Composed on a Flat Bed Scanner - Captured with Vibrant Detail
I use a high-resolution flat bed scanner as my 'studio camera' and the fine detail it captures never ceases to amaze me. I record the close up beauty of flowers, worn beached objects, and elements of nature that cross my path. Whether a single bloom or a 'medley' of treasures, the objects are placed directly on the scanner glass with the cover left open. I build depth and layers from foreground to background on the glass surface. Using a preview feature, I can see the image as it will be recorded and rearrange elements until .... it's just what I had imagined.
To me this process feels somewhat like organizing a group portrait. I place the individuals near one another in a pleasing and cohesive composition, intertwine outreaching elements to project a feeling of connection, and then capture the moment.
Overall, it's all about passion, the joy of creating .. and the continuous quest to learn and grow.
