When you are behind the camera, are you usually able to respond pretty well to what's before the lens? Get a proper exposure, with or without flash, in-focus, no blur? That covers the basics. Today's cameras provide lots of help with auto/program-exposure modes and auto-focus [love it] and auto-red-eye reduction. All that's really required then is composing and framing.

Seeing some of the other recent blog posts, and ruminating more about creativity, and inspiration; how can we get more energy depicted in photos? While it's not all crystal clear and totally sorted out, there's always something special when there is a sense of motion in the image. Capturing motion shows the energy in photos. Here is a dangerously interesting camera in motion concept.

I've got to admit, my camera is more likely bolted down to a sturdy tripod and actually I'm still thinking this is a bad idea. But, since seeing them, I'm drawn to the simplicity and power of these types of shots. How do I get over my fear of tossing the camera? Maybe I start by strapping a gorilla-pod mounted camera to an animal or child, or maybe I buy a cheap camera and just go for it ....... or maybe this? Help me out here.

Disclaimer: This author accepts no responsibility for any injuries to photographers, animals or damage to photographic equipment sustained during the tossing process! Like I keep telling myself . . . bad idea!

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