2 points for the movie that quote is from- its not a difficult one.After seeing Joe's Farm Grill on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives a few weeks ago, Chris and I decided that we needed to pay them a visit. Regardless of the distance. A tiny thing like its being 45 miles away never stopped us before- why should it now? After all, who could resist a hamburger place where the claim to fame is that everything possible is either grown on site or gotten locally? We did a few errands this morning, then headed out. Armed with mapquest, we made it there in decent time, and proceeded to gorge ourselves silly on hamburgers (an ahi tuna burger for Chris), the best garlic fries I've ever eaten, and a chocolate milkshake. I went in thinking it would have to be pretty good to justify the 45 minute drive, and it was. The burger itself was actually slightly dry (keep in mind I like my meat RARE), but everything else was more than good enough to make up for that. After eating, we walked (waddled?), around the area. Its in a neighborhood called Agritopia, where the idea is to have houses and everything else work around the agricultural area where they grow what's served in the restaurant.
Of course, it was such a beautiful day that I had to take pictures. Yes, everyone who is freezing right now can be jealous. Talk to me again in July when its 110* outside- we have to enjoy the weather NOW. Anyways, I'm trying to improve my photography...well I hate to even call them skills. I just want to take more interesting pictures, although I don't have a lot of subjects to practice on. Yes, I know I need another hobby like I need another hole in my head. Right now a new camera is out of the question (which is why I keep entering raffles trying to win one) but I'm trying to see what I can do with what I have. I'm not sure I even know what makes a good picture versus an eyesore, but I do know quite a few people who at least have an idea (Evan, Crystal, Chelsea, Jessica...your name here). So tell me what you think of these pictures. What am I doing right? What could I do differently?
I really like this one- I'm not sure why. Maybe the angle of it appeals to me? Is it interesting, or just a good way of making someone dizzy?
How about this?
Just when I think all of the open land in Phoenix is being turned into Targets and Wal-Marts, we come here. A great reminder that real food actually GROWS, and doesn't just arrive at the grocery store already half digested.
How about these two? I happen to like black and white photography, and had fun with colorizing different parts of this picture.
What the houses in Agritopia look like. See the front porches? Most houses here don't have those. If we win the lottery I could be persuaded to live here.So photography-wise, what do you think? Give me some pointers, please. Keep in mind that these were all done with a 4-ish megapixel point and shoot camera.
4 friends stopped by:
Well, I'm not an expert and don't really have a good "eye" for photography, but I like your pictures! I really like the first 2 especially, although the first one seems like there's too much in it...like it's too busy. Make sense?
On that last photo, it would have been neat if you could have focused on the houses and made the foreground stuff (like that cement deal) out of focus, but maybe your camera doesn't have that ability.
I'm not an expert either, but like you am trying to improve.
I read an article a long time ago with really good tips. I'll see if I can find it and give you the link.
If you live in the valley and have ever thought about going, go. Try the ahi sandwich and get some garlic fries.
I meant to comment on this when I first read it but then I forgot...
Your pictures look great! Considering you are shooting with a point and shoot especially. I like the creativity!
One thing, keep and eye on your lighting, where shadows fall etc. :)
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