For as long as I can remember, I have been fascinated with the art of photography: the ability to stop time, to capture a single moment, and then to carry that moment with us for the rest of our lives. It is this fascination that led me to a career doing just that.
I strive to bring a unique perspective to every subject I shoot, assuring that my clients’ moments are captured in a fresh, innovative style. My goal is to not only photograph my subjects, but to encapsulate the very spirit of their momentous day.
Your moments are precious. Capture them for a lifetime.
-Graham Scobey
Sometimes we have a tendency to take a passive approach to our lives. We speak of “open doors” and “closed doors” as if the winds of fate were dictating our direction. We sit back and take the path of least resistance, and then we justify it by saying it was the way things were meant to be.
It is one thing to recognize a closed door. It is another to walk away without even trying the handle.
September 17, 2008 - 9:55 pm - So here are my two cents... perhaps it is not about the door at all, but the unknown beyond. I find that the door frequently is easy to open as you suggested, just try the handle, but more times than not it is the black abyss beyond that drives people away. Sometimes, you just need one person to take your hand and say WE will make it. I believe I have found that person, and I believe that you have proven that case.
October 21, 2008 - 4:19 pm - Nice shot. Great bold colors and excellent detail. I like how you've framed it, and love the sense of decay it has.
December 8, 2008 - 7:01 pm - Doors come in all shapes and sizes. An interesting story and example as it relates to major challenges in our lives is discussed in the new book, "When One Door Closes" by Susie and Bill Graham. For more information check out www.AlexsWish.com.
January 25, 2009 - 6:03 am - Hi...I just found your blog today (I can't even remember how...Flickr, maybe?). Anyway, this is a cool shot. Encouraging of contemplation, for sure. Great blog you've got here! Looking forward to checking out more of your stuff.
by Graham
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