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"When I shoot, I do so with the mind of a poet."
This was the first time I'd been on a shoot in Dun Huang, China, and it was
incredibly hot. Even though I didn't start shooting until the early evening,
the temperature was still close to 40℃. But the heat didn't seem to bother this
energetic little chap as he played with his dog, which, if anything, appeared
a little fed up with his mischievous friend's attention. I couldn't help but
smile. Anyway, I called out to the boy as I photographed him rolling around on
a pile of sun-dried ears of corn, and was able to capture the innocent yet cheeky
expression on his face. He was absolutely charming!
Whether I'm photographing scenery or people, I think it's vital to maintain
a sense of distance between myself and the subject. That way, I can inject some
of my own emotions into each shot. For me, that's the great attraction of photography,
and why when I shoot, I do so with the mind of a poet.
The terrain along the Silk Road is often arid and sandy, so even a little boy
like this can kick up clouds of dust. Having visited many different locations,
I'm always mindful of dust, and I'm particularly wary of tiny particles you can
barely see. No matter how careful you are, before you know it, they're inside
your camera. Thanks to the Dust Reduction system in E-Series cameras, though,
I don't have to worry. Even if you're an amateur and don't often shoot under
such harsh conditions, it's a tremendously reassuring feature to have.
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Child Eating Hami Melon
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Man with a White Beard
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