Still Life : Photos That Move Me

Photos that move me. There are a couple of still lifes that just draw me in. This is the first one, by Edward Weston.


Ordinary pepper taken to a level where you just need to go look at it. Of course, Edward Weston is better known for his fine art nudes, many of which are of his wife Charis Wilson. Weston also spent time working in Yosemite National Park with a youger upstart Ansel Adams. I have a very nice book of Weston's photography where still life is displayed opposite some of his nudes of Charis. The rounded forms are mirrored in such a beautiful way.

The second one is a pair of scissors. Let me see if I can find it.



OK, had to scan it from a book. This is Pål Nils-Nilsson from 1959. I love this as a light study. Once again, everyday things made extraordinary. Perfect lighting on both. The striking nature of black and white.I remember Chase Jarvis saying that wherever you are, there are 10 great photographs within 10 feet. These pictures are my favorite reminders of the miracles around us everyday.