Today I feel as if I am at the cusp of something. This feeling has been building over the last couple of weeks. I’m not sure what I’m at the cusp of, that’s what makes this interesting. I just feel as if I’m being pulled toward an edge, and not in a bad way. There is something new beyond the edge, I’m not sure what it is. The view is foggy.
This photograph, from the Newport Bayfront, called out to be shared today. I remember capturing it. I was working on the idea behind Exploring with a Camera: Process of Elimination at the time and I wanted to show how the whole scene wasn’t as interesting as the smaller part, below. I really worked this smaller scene of the crab pot and door, to find a composition I loved.
But when I got home and looked at the whole scene on the computer, the scene that was supposed to be an example of an “uninteresting” view, I discovered how much I liked it. The whole was just as interesting, if not more so, than the part I had focused in on. The crab pots, the weathered door, the weed, the graffiti all worked together.
Maybe that’s what I’m at the cusp of, seeing a bigger picture. Maybe I’m focusing in so much on the parts that I’m not seeing the whole, laid out before me. I’ll have to think on that today, as I stand at the edge, seeing only fog.
Nice post today. Loving your words. xo
I’m praying you will find what you are seeking! I care.
Sounds like exciting times ahead….
I understand that “at the cusp” feeling. Standing “at the edge, seeing only fog” can be frustrating, yet that sense of expectation is pretty cool too.
Kat – yes, it is exciting to be at the place, at the cusp of something new. A new way of seeing, of interpreting. I look forward to seeing where this takes you. Seeing the wider picture is someting that I have often felt I need to work on.
Kat, I’m looking forward to seeing what you see when the “fog” clears. Whatever it is, I know it will be good.
I really like the full-frame “big picture” you’ve captured above. I like the way all the vertical and horizontal lines (even in that weed!) contrast with the round forms of the crab pots.
Great thoughts about the whole and the parts, hopefully the fog clears soon!
Sounds like a nice feeling to be on the cusp….i’m sure you will be keeping a keen ear and eye on any new and exciting opportunities…..or maybe it’s that you are making your own opportunities. Enjoy the feeling.
Let us know when you discover what is beyond the fog! It sounds so exciting! Life always finds ways for us to grow, learn, and change.
I can’t believe how often we are on the same page. I often have to remind myself to step back and look at the bigger picture. For some reason I want to hone in on a particular portion…So thanks for letting me know I’m not alone!
Hey Kat-
Cusp away my friend. From where I sit it looks like you’re always on the cusp of something…meaning, no grass grows under your feet : )
Can’t wait til the cusp reveals itself and then you share it with us….cuz the stuff you share is usually pretty amazing.
Have a great weekend.
This was interesting to me. I am continually writing on my blog that I need to go further with what I am doing but I seem to hesitate to take that next step. So I think I am on the cusp as well. Today, I also wrote about how your class has helped me to focus in and see more since I tend to be more of a whole picture person. Your classes, your photographs, and your words have all been such an inspiration to me. Thank you. I can’t wait to see what you decide to do next.
Thanks so much for your comment Ginny. What an honor it is, to be an inspiration to you on your journey. We’ll see what comes!