For my final mini-project, I decided to create a google slides containing a collection of photos I took while out at my site: Riverbend Recreational Area located in Findlay, Ohio. Rather than confine myself to the smaller space I have previously been visiting, I decided to expand to all along the river trail where my site was located. Focusing only on photography, it challenged me more than ever before. I have always loved taking pictures of things while out in nature, but stopping to photograph every small interesting thing was a lot more work than I am used to doing! I had to be extremely observant, patient, quiet, and still. Every creak had my head turning; I definitely improved on keeping my head up/focused on my surroundings (rather than the ground) when walking, or else I would miss things. Regardless, it was extremely relaxing and actually very fun. The weather was perfect: I went around 9 AM so it was mid 70s and sunny with a slight breeze.
Creating a photo album type appeal on google slides was what I thought would be the best way to capture this location. Honestly, photography opened my eyes more to the beauty that surrounds my hometown: Ohio to me always feels drab and just farmland, but if you take the time to look around you will notice some really neat things! I used to visit this location often as a kid, but coming here now has given me a much deeper appreciation and awe of the beauty here.
Here is the google slides link:
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1aMu7srHeWVlm5cSYYh5lqTX9o_t3KNL7IJU2hgar5bk/edit?usp=sharing