Creativity Unleashed

Just a few weeks ago there was a good bit of anxiety about stepping my photography up to another level with a large investment in a housing that would allow me to take my Nikon D800 underwater. The first baptism in Hunter Spring erased any doubt. Today, after having the dome port kissed by a juvenile manatee and capturing some of the best images I’ve taken–at Ginnie Springs–I realize this step is opening an entirely new dimension to my work.

As I was playing in Ginnie Springs with color, light and geometries it was clear I had settled into a higher level of creativity. I say playing because I believe letting go, losing myself in creativity is really play. It’s work to me but in name only. When we can allow ourselves to let go of everything else and focus on the elements that are present, something amazing can be birthed.

What I noticed was the intense beauty of the water, plant life, rocks, caverns…it seemed to embrace me on a deeper level as I surrendered to the process of translating what I saw through the camera. Now I have the right equipment that allows this process to occur.

Even though manatees were scarce this week there was little to feel sad about as my heart and mind opened to the magnificent beauty of Florida’s freshwater springs and allowed my creativity to expand.

Surrender is a word that carries over from last weekend’s workshop in Atlanta. When we surrender ourselves to the process, something greater can be created. Had I gotten upset about a lack of manatees, I would have missed exquisite beauty surrounding me. Had I allowed fear keep me from leaping forward with the new gear purchase, this new step forward in my life wouldn’t have happened. Surrender….allowing. Letting go…opening our hearts and minds….this is a key to success.

It’s time to embrace life with both arms and an open heart. This will unleash creativity. This will help us take the next step forward.

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If you are looking for a great housing I highly recommend Aquatica. The quality is great and the controls are super-easy. It’s balanced well and a true friend to my D800 and me.