Dogwood au Natural © 2011 Bo Mackison
Looking at these dogwood blossoms in their natural color…
Dogwood Blossoms, Desaturated © 2011 Bo Mackison
And in more muted tones…
Dogwood Flowers in Black and White © 2011 Bo Mackison
And in black and white.
Same flowers, but three different ways to view them. There are times when I love seeing the world in full, living color. Other times I prefer my world to be somewhat muted, a bit quieter. And once in a while I like the simplicity that black and white offers, a focus on the elemental shapes, fewer distractions.
Do you have a favorite? Or does your preference change depending on your mood? Do you ever use photographs like these as a focus for meditation or as a stepping stone to lose yourself in thought?
