Blue Things | Northern California Photography
Some photographers see things in Black and White and their results are stunning with just enough contrast (or not) and a richness that allows the viewer to focus on the elements, the lines and shapes. While others see colors; the bold or the pastel colors that appeal to the eye. In the past I have converted some of my photos to black and white with satisfying results. But, it’s definitely not my ‘go to’. When others ask if I prefer one of their images in color or black and white, 99% of the time I will respond, “Color”. Color is what appeals to me.
Blue Things
Among the spectrum of colors, blue holds a special significance for its tranquil, soothing, and often thought-provoking qualities. Color plays a crucial role in visual arts, influencing emotions, setting moods, and conveying messages that words alone sometimes struggle to express. Whether it is landscape, nature, or still life subjects, blue is known to evoke feelings of calmness, serenity, and tranquility, making it a popular choice for photographers looking to capture a peaceful or contemplative mood.
Skies and bodies of water are natural fits for blue photography. Capturing the serenity of a tranquil lake at dusk, the grandeur of a mountain range against a clear blue sky, or the magic of twinkling stars in the night sky, blue tones can evoke a cool, calming, engaging feel.
“Great shades of blue, you find them in nature. They’re all magic.”
Blue night sky and stars over the Grand Tetons at Oxbow Bend.
The cool, calming nature of blue can set the mood for photography. I often experiment with different shades of blue to evoke specific atmospheres and feelings in images. From dreamy pastel blues for a whimsical feel to deep navy blues for a sense of depth and mystery, the color blue in its many tones and hues guides the emotional narrative of photographs. I like to play with selective editing to make blue in my photos pop. Some options include adjusting white balance, or using the color sliders in Lightroom’s Color Mixer panel, as well as utilizing the Color Grading panel. Photoshop also has an array of options for adjusting color tones as well.
Enjoy some photographs I’ve taken over the last few years of Blue Things - Landscapes, Nature, and Still Life
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As a published, featured northern California fine art photographer living in the greater Sacramento area, I specialize in fine art landscape, nature, and still life photography. My style is authentic, fresh and personality-driven. I offer several educational opportunities including workshops and photography mentoring. You can learn about them by going to SERVICES and WORKSHOPS. While currently living in rural northern California with my husband and a couple thousand walnut trees, I post regularly to Instagram.
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Someone asked me recently how I got started in wildlife photography. I think this old blog post from June 2020 sums it up quite well.