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Why I hand my camera to my sons

We had dragonflies in the garden the other day. At one count we had seven lovely dragonflies landing amongst us as we worked. This only happens a few days of the summer so I handed Jr. our camera to get a few photographs.

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I loved watching him sneak up to try to get close up shots.

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What was interesting when I downloaded the pictures were the pictures I found that aren’t of the intended subject. Like this one of the vulture flying against the sun. Though I should probably talk to him about taking pictures of the sun!?!?!

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And the best part well the best part is when the view of a child captures perfectly that of another.

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5 Responses to “Why I hand my camera to my sons”

  1. Alison Kerr says:

    Yes, I love seeing the world from a child’s point of view. It requires handing over the camera and then keeping one’s mouth closed. Sometimes that’s remarkably hard to do, but it’s so worth it!

  2. Holly says:

    O…, it’s been a while since I popped over from the feed. I love it!

    That said, why I hate giving the camera to DS – there’s always going to be a picture of me buttside!

    That said, he loves getting the camera, always has (since 4-ish) and except for too many pictures of himself with his tongue out too close and the above complaint, he usually gets some good shots.

    Holly’s last blog post..Seven?!

  3. Kids and cameras are a perfect mix and a great way to get them connecting to nature. Seeing the world through a child’s eyes is the best part – we forget all too quickly.

    @wildelycreative’s last blog post..Sustainable Living

  4. christine says:

    Great pictures! My kids love taking them too.

    christine’s last blog post..just because