Part Three of 'A Different Grain' sees me going deeper into the kind of shots that I wish to emulate over time. This idea came about after I thought back on what kind of images I wanted to create when i started photography. Back then, I enjoyed the high contrast and gritty scene of Black & White film. I kind of ignored the low contrast shots that exuded fantastic details. Things changed over time, and I realize that both have serious merits, and with proper execution, make for excellent images.

A high contrast scene like this one below, gives it an edge over shots that have high detail.

Shaky shots have a certain aura to them. I love them for they give a very different feel to a shot. The regular shots that are well composed and technically superior, seems too 'good to be true' all the time. It does not inspire me as much as shots like this.

Daido Moriyama has inspired me. Trying to get my hands on some of his books seems impossible for a man with a small wallet. His gritty and well timed shots are simply breath-taking. Apologies for I cannot link his photos here, but a simple Google with his name will pull  you fantastic images from the Japanese.

Its time we appreciate shaky shots that have a certain flair to them. What is this alluring aspect, you ask. I cannot give you a definite answer, but I see it as a form of expression. This is something that has eluded me, and continues to do so. I am hard at work to achieve it, and I hope you find your 'calling' too!

This shot below must have been badly exposed (silly me) in the first place. I cant remember if I shot this at ISO1600 with a Yellow Filter or did I shot this at 800. I really have no recollection.

Being random and open to creativity allows for us to enjoy photography in a different light. Maybe its time I push my boundaries a little harder :)