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"The Delicacy and Strength of Lace" is a beautiful, published set of letters between American Indian writer Leslie Mormon Silko and the Pulitzer Prize winning American poet James Wright. The contents are captivating, but it is the title that I recall every time I witness a scene like this. The land also has a delicacy and strength and in light like this I do my best to bring both into the image. I am often inspired by the work of poets, painters, and other artists from other art forms. Music and Abstract Expressionists in particular. I don't bring the references with me. No. As part of my life, I read poetry and novels, listen to music, teach art to children, and have more dancers as friends than I do photographers. Their influences naturally come forth in the field and that's fine. They're part of me.
The 17mm lens I'd rented for this location met my vision perfectly and the image required little processing, a little darkening of the upper left sky and the same for the white rock in the upper right. This was a November trip, when most of the photo tours don't operate. It required 4WD and camping for several days. I mean, once here, who'd want to leave? The pocket is a sweet, place to photograph. Increased visitation will soon require land managers to institute a permit system. The beauty here is sublime and it has been noticed. Should you visit, please do so respectfully. Walk softly.
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