Note to self.

A toilet in front of beautiful sand dunes, 2023.

For me there are three types of photography; The first is visually pleasing, (usually minimal in its appearance and appealing to both artists and layman). This kind of imagery is mostly instinctive often with no other reason than, “because I liked the look of it.” The second is a lot more complex. Usually not so appealing, but carries much more significance and meaning. (This kind of image was thought about before or after the shutter was released). The third is a combination of one and two which, from experience, does not happen often. I think we are duped into thinking some photographers deliver a strong one-two, when really its just because someone else said so. Its all just so subjective.

Photography is like an actor. They might be beautiful (visually appealing), or offer something no one else has, or, be a combination of both. Then, for whatever reason, like photography, the right people agree they should be popular for a while. But, like photography, that person can be quickly made unpopular, should the others decide.

Like it or not, this is the way photography, and the art world works. Remember, you can take all the beautiful, meaningful images you like, but it will always be up to someone else to decide your photographic destiny.