When the Cameras Break
photo by Tracey Clark
Every summer, I gather for a few days with friends on the Oregon coast. It's a refuge, really, from work and worries and woes, to revel in the simple pleasure of being together.
I was so excited to have my panoramic camera this year, dreaming of wide ocean views, but it broke within minutes of my arrival at the shore. Then I thought I'd switch to instant film, but that equipment, too, stopped working. I dug through my bag for back-up plans and equipment, and grabbed my digital camera for a day-long outing. We were there five minutes when the battery died.
I just kept trying to breathe, and to move from Plan E to Plan F to Plan G. I ended up with a few Diana shots (with a standard shape I've never tried before), but after recharging I mostly shot with my digital camera, which is rare for me. I also remembered to pull out my new Flip Video
I put this little project together with the digital shots and clips. I'm hoping that it reminds me all year long that surprising (and even beautiful) things can happen when it seems like everything's going all wrong.
Photos taken with a Canon Rebel XTi
Friday, July 23, 2010 at 8:14PM | Share Article 17 Comments | Email Article Print Article | Permalink | in friendship, lomography, recharging, videos
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so beautiful. thank you for sharing an inspiring glimpse of your lovely weekend and wonderful friendships.
now, that's love. thank you for sharing what i imagine were profound, intimate moments.
your video did such a gorgeous job of capturing that special time with people you love. and the music was perfect - will carry it with me today. thank you!
It's great to have friends that feel like coming home - what a beautiful space to be in.
gorgeous. so glad you had a fabulous time.
beautiful - love the combo of video and stills. what a beautiful circle of women - beautiful souls shine through.
wow! despite all the hurdles you created such a beautiful treasure of your time together. wonderful! ciao!
You are all amazing. You inspire me tremendously to be authentically, truthfully and proudly me. Such a beautiful video. Thank you for making and sharing it!
What a beautiful tribute! Thank you for sharing it with us.
absolutely stunning Jen. Your naturally eye for cinematography is fantastic
xo
I have a smile on my face. Thank you for sharing those moments with us. Truly, truly lovely.
A beautiful video. Thank you for sharing!
What a gorgeous video and what BEAUTIFUL photographs. I don't know how you manage to translate so much love through a camera lens but it comes across STRONG. Love in every single pixel.
♥
oh my gosh i had to come back to watch it again. such magic you've captured and shared! the friendships, the waves, the music, the collaging...all unrolling off my little screen to warm my heart. thank you.
oh how i miss you guys!xo
Your video was really, really gorgeous and inspiring. Thanks for sharing a peek into your stay.