Caroline Armstrong In The Spotlight
I have always liked photography but the first time I tried it properly was through a B&W photography class run by Edinburgh Council. It was a great chance to learn the basics of photography. I loved developing my own images and seeing them come to life on the paper. Later I did an online diplolma in photography where I learned more about composition.
Here are some the early B&W images I developed myself.
Here are some the early B&W images I developed myself.
Finding access to a dark room and having the time to process images is hard though, and I now use a compact mirrorless digital camera. There are better cameras available but a smaller one is much easier to carry around so I end up using it more.
Here are some images I've taken while out and about.
Here are some images I've taken while out and about.
But my favourite types of photography are street photography, social documentary and portraits. I like pictures that tell a story about an individual's character or a culture, something that captures a specific moment. I have been practicing these styles of photography and WIFIE gives me the chance to explore different techniques with others.
Here are some of my street photography images.
Here are some of my street photography images.
There is no right or wrong with photography. If you like it and feel proud of it that's all that matters.