Jun 142008
A Moment in Photographic History:
Margaret Bourke-White was born June 14, q904. She was an USAnian photographer and photojournalist. In 1929, she accepted a job as associate editor of Fortune magazine. In 1930, she became the first Western photographer allowed into the Soviet Union. She was hired by as the first female photojournalist for Life magazine.
A Photographic Quote of Note:
The camera is a remarkable instrument. Saturate yourself with your subject, and the camera will all but take you by the hand and point the way.
- – - – - – - Margaret Bourke-White
Conveys such a strong feeling of motion and force. Great shot Michael.
Quite a powerful image Michael. I like how you froze the water!
Yes, that feeling of the force of nature is very strong.
It feels as though I’m about to be engulfed in a tidal wave.
The rock to the left gives a focal point and intensifies the feeling of power.
Does the lady have trouble with her bladder too?
the big splash !
Whoa…looks like you’re about to get soaked. I wish I had a fraction of that energy.