Ann E. Peterson

With radical changes in the world, it seems my photographic style has also changed.  I have emerged with a completely different vision. The world moves and now I move with it. Instead of controlling a scene, I now work in a contemplative and intuitive manner.  Rather than record the literal of what is in front of the lens, I create something entirely new that can never be recreated.The movement with my camera is intentional; my shutter is open to move and change when light changes as nature and people move. By noticing sound, color and light, I stay present and feel the moment by being present. I aim to retain a piece of the identity of the scene yet focus on creating the feeling of the scene or moment. I embrace impermanence and take joy in knowing the light, motion and color will never be the same. Reflected in my choices, I believe, is a subconscious that has been richened by cultural and visual experiences from around the world. I strive to be present to the moment, seeing with all my senses and being open to the unlimited potential to create everywhere. I have great respect for my tool, but I know that art is not in the mechanics of the camera, but in being aware of the motion and energy of the world.

“Creativity occurs in the moment and in the moment, we are timeless.” Julia Cameron