Forgotten

Forgotten, a photo by Pantheroux on Flickr.

This is currently the most viewed photo in my Flickr photostream. Taken in spring 2009 in Bents, SK with a Holga Toy Camera. The Holga is the perfect camera for photographing a ghost town. This is another test post... still learning how to post from Flickr to my blog.

This shot was taken near the Rideau River. It's yet another photo that illustrates my recent love affair with the wide-angle lens. If you asked me last spring what my favorite lens was, it would be hands-down the macro. Now it would be my precious 14-24mm zoom. Each lens has a particular situation and subject matter where it shines (even the Lensbaby). I can't wait to track down some birds and wildlife to give my telephoto a real workout!

We visited a ghost town called Bents, SK. It is about 90km southwest of Saskatoon. The abandoned buildings were interesting, but most of my pictures of them were disappointing. Some were cliched, others just not what I was expecting them to be. Maybe I'll post some later when my mood is different. Here is some ubiquitous prairie grass... the macro lens and wide aperture gave an interesting effect.