One of the most memorable situations I've photographed was on a short flight with my husband on July 4th, 2016. He flew us from Centennial, Colorado, to Limon, Colorado, and on the way home, we were treated to an incredible sunset, plus the start of fireworks while in the air.
Photo: Abby Ferguson
Welcome back to another edition of our community-focused Question of the Week! For those unfamiliar, this series invites you to share your experiences and insights in response to photography-related questions. Thus far, we've primarily focused on the gear side of things. We asked about your process for buying new cameras and lenses, how you deal with defective lenses and your favorite local camera shops. That last one had some really great photographs of unique camera shops!
This time around, though, we're shifting focus. We want to know more about what you actually use that gear for. After all, the point of having a camera and lens is to take photographs, and we want to know about images you've created that stand out in your mind.
What's your most memorable photograph or situation you've photographed?
Photography can put us in positions to capture remarkable moments. For example, we recently shared photos from Dan Zafra, who had the rare experience of photographing red sprites above the Milky Way while in New Zealand. "I’ll never forget the adrenaline rush of seeing those first frames appear on my camera, realizing what I had captured," he said of the occasion. Many of us have likely had some similar feelings, even if it was on a smaller scale.
Unforgettable photographs don't have to be so dramatic, either. Sometimes it's quiet, unassuming moments that lead to memorable photographs. Or, at times, the situation you're in is more memorable than the photograph itself.
This week, we want to hear the stories behind your most memorable photographs or the most unforgettable situations you've photographed. Tell us what, where and who made it so memorable. We want to know why it was so special. Even better, share your image, too. Show us the scene and show off your work. Next week, we'll be highlighting some of our favorites in an article on the homepage of the site.
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