For today I am posting what I refer to as my nemesis in photography.
I have been trying to photograph this cactus for many years and just have never been satisfied with the results. I have shot it from every angle, during every season, and just don’t seem to capture the darn thing the way I see it. I’ve tried just photographing parts of it, the whole thing, and sometimes I try putting in the background of another cactus.
And yet again during this trip to Phipps Conservatory I have attempted to capture this cactus and I may have finally at least come close to what I’m looking for but still just not there. I don’t know if it’s just the way the arms go in every direction and always seem to be in the wrong place or if it just doesn’t like having its picture taken.
I would love to hear your opinions on this cactus and let me know if you have any subject that just seems to elude you in your work.
Hi Brian, have one subject that I photographed for the first time and got some great shots, but on return visits just can`t get the image I want. It`s an old house, not like it has moved or anything, just different light and seasonal conditions I suppose. The photos above look great by the way.
Doug.
Great shots! I have to say that it almost looks like an octopus!