Pandemics make travel difficult, obviously, so I’ve been going through my archives looking at shots I either never edited, or didn’t *like* the edit on at the time. I actually can’t remember if I released this before. But if I did, I know I wasn’t happy with it. Finicky perfectionist artists, amiright?
Anyway, today I sat down to edit and felt excited as the image took shape. So, now I present to you…maybe again…a photo of boats!
Being a small business, I’m a big fan of supporting local entrepreneurs. ESPECIALLY this year, where so many people are economically impacted by Covid. So, I strongly encourage anyone shopping this year to consider supporting local artists, authors, musicians, crafters, breweries, etc. in their communities.
Through December 1, 2020, I’m running a 20% off sale on four sizes of paper prints: 8×10, 11×14, 11×16 and 16×20. You can see my landscape gallery here.
8×10: Normally $25, NOW $20
11×14: Normally $33, NOW $26.40
11×16: Normally $34, NOW $27.20
16×20: Normally $75, NOW $60
**Shipping, if needed, will be an additional cost. Custom cut mats available, cost based on print size.**
If you’re interested in purchasing a print or seven, contact me at seespotsphoto@yahoo.com and we’ll chat! Want something other than paper? Canvas? Metal? We can make that happen too!
Spoiler Alert: Black Friday Deals will be the same as Small Business Saturday Deal. ;-P
Through December 1, 2020, I’m running a 20% off sale on four sizes of paper prints: 8×10, 11×14, 11×16 and 16×20. You can see my landscape gallery here.
8×10: Normally $25, NOW $20
11×14: Normally $33, NOW $26.40
11×16: Normally $34, NOW $27.20
16×20: Normally $75, NOW $60
**Shipping, if needed, will be an additional cost. Custom cut mats available, cost based on print size.**
Want something other than paper? Canvas? Metal? Contact me at seespotsphoto@yahoo.com and we’ll chat!
We were hiking a few weeks ago, as you do in the fall, and we came across this scene. I really debated posting this shot, because I can’t pinpoint what I like about it. It’s not a clean composition following any one set of “rules”. But I still like it.
I guess that’s life sometimes. Messy, but there is still joy to be found if you’re open to finding it.
“We need to learn to be strong in the face of despair, because that is the only way we will appreciate the strength that can be found in our scars. That is the only way we will understand that overcoming our obstacles gives us the willpower to deal with so much more in life. That is the only way we will accept that strength is earned, not given, that strength is in being soft, not stone-hearted.” -Ruby Dahl
These are challenging times. We are a country divided, with both empathy and discord thrown by the wayside. But we cannot move forward with hardened hearts. That way danger lies.
Despite our differences, we have more in common with each other than not. Our ideas on how to provide for ourselves and our families may be different, but we look toward the same goals.
There can be no room for hate and divisive rhetoric if we want to move forward as one nation, where all men and women are created equal, and given the same respect and opportunities. We must listen to our neighbors. Empathize with their struggles. Realize we are all in this together. Stop being fooled into thinking our fellow man is our enemy, and look at what our goals are and how we can collectively get there.
In this season of increasingly aggressive political attacks, take a step back from the emotional tribalism and think rationally about where our country is headed (looking at the scope of human history for context), and how you imagine your children’s future on all levels–their ability to find work and support themselves, their access to health care, their ability to exercise their rights under the constitution, their emotional health, the state of the environment and if it will continue to support future generations…. Talk to people outside of your echo chamber and get their perspective. Think about the progress our country has made in recognizing people’s civil rights while also understanding growth is fluid and can backslide. There are still flaws, but we should always look forward with the goal of a brighter future. Do the work to educate yourself, rather than relying on vitriol and memes. *Then* cast your vote.
Yesterday, I thought to myself, “Self, I should promote my business for Black Friday.” Then I took my dog for a three mile hike and spent time with loved ones instead.
Thanksgiving is truly my favorite holiday, because it’s about spending time with the people that make our hearts feel full. And eating until our pants bust. 😛 I feel Christmas is just too damn commercial these days. But, if I must shop, I try to support my entrepreneurial friends in their endeavors. Then, I’m not falling into the trap of predatory marketing…I’m supporting someone’s dream.
I urge you to spend some time browsing your friends websites, etsy, craft fairs, etc to see if there’s any goodies you want to pass on to your friends and family this gift-giving season. Musicians, crocheters, painters, jewelry makers, etc.
And if you happen to own a small business, I urge YOU to leave your website in the comments. Lets help support each others dreams this holiday season. ❤
For those of you interested in purchasing prints of my photos, there is a whole gallery’s worth of options here. You can contact me at seespotsphoto AT yahoo DOT com. I’m offering 10% off if you purchase between now and Tuesday. I’ll donate that same 10% to one of my favorite charities, Heifer International who works on reducing world poverty with sustainable agriculture and business practices.
Looking for other bloggers, book reviewers (if you can read, you're in!) and photographers who want to join forces to save the world! (Or something like that.)
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