An interesting series of new articles has just started over on the website PIXIPORT, called “The Eye Within”. As the name suggests, the articles by Simon Maxwell will focus on the creative aspect of photography, rather than the technology behind it. The first article is called “Standing still to start the dance”:

“What’s the difference that makes the difference?

What makes some photographs examples of creative art and others simply competent records? Why do some images have soul to them and others, while technically perfect, leave us feeling cold?

I believe that part of the answer lies in the state of mind of the photographer during both the capturing of the image and the post-shooting work that makes that subject expressive. That state of mind is the result of being able to spend time with the image.”

Website: PIXIPORT - The Eye Within