Daily Inspiration

So I was walking to class again today and when I spotted this bird sculpture inside the ceramics area.
It reminded me of the famous Henri Cartier Bresson photograph of Matisse.
I was so excited as I carefully framed the bird within the chain link fence and placed it in the upper left area of convergence.
I was inspired!
To me the bird was trapped within the space, but there was still fierce beauty as he/she awaited freedom at some point.
I was reading Ayn Rand’s, “Anthem,” and something about the way the bird stood, reminded me of how the main character was unconquered by the rules, fear and bondage of that society.
This sculpture might be held within a cage, but it’s head is held high and it’s wings are outstretched to catch some invisible wind that only he can see.

Here’s the Bresson image of Matisse surrounded by his birds.
They aren’t constrained by their cages, either.
This was a great day and a beautiful image that was found.
Be inspired!

Michael is the author of, “Take Better Photos Now,” and, “Mommie Pics,” ebooks that help everyone become better photographers through tips and secrets that he has learned during his more than 25 years of experience as a professional photographer and photography teacher. He currently is an adjunct professor at Cal Baptist University in Riverside, California. To purchase either ebook, click the links. CLICK HERE FOR “TakeBetterPhotosNow!
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