LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
Thomas Kihlberg
We are all surrounded by beautiful nature, and the way we capture it has so much potential for difference and variation. Using nature’s own ingredients of rain, fog, and sunshine within the composition is my recipe for a great image. I would recommend using the weather forecast as an excuse to go out, and give yourself time to explore the world around you.
My favourite location for photography is only a short drive away, and I always check the day’s weather forecast in advance to know the conditions of that specific day. That makes my outings more organised and successful, making the whole experience more pleasurable. I am able to familiarise myself with the surroundings, and figure out what kind of feeling I want to portray.
When I go to take photos, I am usually out for a couple of hours. Allocating specific time for photography has always helped me throughout my life, and means I am properly dedicated to my hobby. I’ve always been drawn to the more intimate landscapes. I find that the smaller scenes reflect their wider surroundings, and am fascinated by this correlation. I want to show their stories and feel that relationship.
As a landscape photographer, I rely on my sense of emotion to dictate the style of my shot. I look for interesting subjects that make my heart beat faster. Unique lightings, contrasts in subjects, and different shapes and colours all contribute to the recipe of a successful photoshoot.
Above all, I value the opportunity to shoot locally, and capture the beauty that we have all around us.. I am always driven by the goal to improve my skills and my knowledge of my local area.
This article first appeared in PRISMA, Issue 11.