One of the things I love most about being a photographer is the new experiences it has brought me and my family.
Over the last two years, the three of us have sought out and visited state parks, nature preserves, and historic sites that we wouldn’t have otherwise visited so I could refine my photography skills.
The Chinese Lantern Festival in my home state is the most recent example of an opportunity we wouldn’t have considered before my photography obsession.
My husband, who accompanies me on almost all of my photoshoots, read about the exhibit online and thought it would be a perfect opportunity for me to practice my nighttime photography.
I am grateful he bought tickets for us during the recent holiday break. We were blown away by the incredible artistry in these magnificent displays crafted from silk by Chinese artisans.
I especially loved the variety of structures, which included butterflies, peacocks, sea turtles, and a dragon, and how the bold colors of the lanterns glow against the dark night sky. It was an immersive, magical experience we were fortunate to enjoy on an unseasonably warm winter night.
What kinds of new adventures have you had because of your hobby?
