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Tom Schroder's avatar

Thanks Benjamin. I really like your photos. But the reminder about experimentation and being open is even more powerful.

Manuela Thames's avatar

I absolutely love all the images!! And this sentence "alive precisely because it wasn’t controlled" is probably why. I think our inspiration gets nurtured by experimentation and lack of control. And then we grow, as artists and as people. I think there is always a fine balance between doing what you know how to and doing it well, and then letting go again and trying something new or unexpected. I love all your work, but I am excited to see where some new experimentation might lead you.

Benjamin Fargen's avatar

Thank you for the very kind thoughts. I really appreciate you! - "I think our inspiration gets nurtured by experimentation and lack of control. And then we grow, as artists and as people. I think there is always a fine balance between doing what you know how to and doing it well, and then letting go again and trying something new or unexpected." I agree with your statement 1000% 🙏🖤📷

Todd Haughton's avatar

Those experiments turned out great. The B&W footprint photo reminds me of a footprint on the moon - very cool! I love how you connected experimenting with keeping curiosity alive - I could agree more!

Benjamin Fargen's avatar

Thanks, Todd. I really appreciate the kind words! 🙏🖤📷

Tanya's avatar

Loved it!

Benjamin Fargen's avatar

Thanks for the kind words, Tanya! 🙏🖤📷