Arrival
Margeaux H.
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This photograph features Scout the golden retriever. It is rare to see her so contemplative, but I seized the moment. I reduced the light to come from a singular source, sat down with my phone, and waited for her to stop smiling at me. Finally, convinced I did not have a treat, she relented and gave me her model face. That is how I captured this photograph. Post model shoot, I edited the photograph. I cropped the image, decolorized it, and used dodging and burning techniques to highlight the sheen on Scout's fur and her beautiful eyes. I wanted the artwork to evoke curiosity. Who is arriving? Is the light coming from a door opening? What is Scout's opinion? I am very happy with the result of my work, and I am proud of my hard labor, even if Scout did most of it.
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To me, creativity means working hard to make your vision come to life. It means knowing in your mind what you want to see, but adapting to new circumstances.
