Parker Photographic Insiders

Photography + Editing tips

Hello Reader !

One photo.
Two photo.
Three photo.
Four.

How many compositions can you create and more?

At this spot in Letchworth State Park,
I found new scenes from one quick start.

All in the same cool morning light,
Each frame revealed a brand new sight.

I walked the edge along the rim,
Letting the landscape guide my whim.
Each time a fresh view met my eyes,
I stopped, composed, and pressed the prize.

And on the way back, the sunlight’s gleam
Sparked three more photos in the stream.
The golden rays along the cliff’s side
Brought color, warmth, and depth inside.

So don’t settle for one and done.
Work the scene that’s where the fun’s begun.
Walk to and fro, look up, look down.
Zoom in, zoom out, move all around.

From blue hour calm to golden glow,
The light keeps changing let it show.
Photographic chances surround.
Keep exploring that’s where they’re found.

Have an awesome day!

Chris Parker

Parker Photographic

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