“The camera makes you forget you’re there. It’s not like you are hiding but you forget, you are just looking so much.”
~Annie Leibovitz
Moonset at Sunrise
Rainy Day, USF
Red Scooter
“One should really use the camera as though tomorrow you’d be stricken blind.”
~Dorothea Lange
Front and Center
Exploring
Feeling Rosy
“For me, the camera is a sketch book, an instrument of intuition and spontaneity.”
~Henri Cartier-Bresson
One Light
She’s Showing Off Tonight
Jane Lurie Photography 
Love all the images, but One Light especially. As another commenter mentioned, it makes me think of a Hopper painting.
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Thank you, Julie. I think that image sparks stories for the viewer and the Hopperesque comparison is much appreciated. 🙂 Glad you enjoyed this collection.
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Agree; One Light image = Painting
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Thank you, Ecopoet. Stories to be told with this one. Glad you like it.
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That one jump off the screen
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So…nice.
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Thanks very much, Dee.
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This is a satisfying group of images, Jane – there’s so much to see, and to consider. I love the Cartier-Bresson quote, how cool to know he said that! The moon sitting right behind the bridge is fun. The rainy windshield made beautiful patterns. The handsome motorcycle – va va voom! I think I like “One Light” best. There’s such a feeling of nostalgia and warmth there. Mmmm….
(But the Annie Leibovitz quote doesn’t sit right with me. I would say that ideally, when you’re fully involved in making photographs you forget yourself, you don’t forget that you are there. In fact, the “thereness” is front and center as the awareness of oneself drops away).
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Thanks so much, Lynn, and I’m glad the quotes got you thinking, too. I see your interpretation of the Annie quote, and I also agree with your feeling of “thereness”. The way I read it was that you are one with the camera, which in a way, means you forget yourself, I think.
I thought of you when I was making my most recent post today….leaving the darks dark. 😉
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🙂 Maybe she meant it the way you took it. You have me curious now….
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Let’s call her. 😄
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🙂 You’re funny! Actually I’m curious about your next post and the darks, unless you’re referring to this one, which does have a lot of that quiet, contemplative kind of darkness. 🙂
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Hmm…you’re right, although I was referring to this weekend’s Gentle Rain. I received your most recent and I am looking forward to devouring. Hope you had a great weekend!
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What a cool moment – one light. Your grandaughter I assume? She is getting so big.
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Hi Lisa, It was fun to imagine life in that apartment…glad you like it. And, yes, that’s Imogen- she’s almost two! Thanks for noticing. 😍
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Wow. Time flies.
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A sensation treat for my early morning eyes Jane. Now they are calibrated for the upcoming day. Your artistic effort is deeply appreciated. I love the variations of SF Bay water color you have managed to capture through your various series.
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Hi Bob, So nice to hear from you- makes my day. Thank you for your encouragement and I’m happy you enjoyed the images. 😊
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Gorgeous, fab photos as usual. Thank you for sharing.
I pondered over Leibowitz’ quote… Since I only use an Iphone, actually it is the camera I am hiding… Hmmm.
🙂
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Thank you, Brian. Glad you enjoyed them and that’s true most people don’t carry cameras anymore. 🙂 Some of my favorite shots are with my phone.
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Which is why I have “taken up” photography again. I just couldn’t be bothered with the bulk. 🙂
I’m only waiting for better zooms/wide angle, and the possibility to work light/speed. I figure in 5 years we will have it.
Have a nice week-end Jane.
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Soon we will just have a camera in our glasses and shooting with a blink of an eye… 😳Thanks and hope you have a great weekend, too, Brian.
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True. That is quite possible. Hmmm. And would be fantastic. (For spectacles users!)
Cheers Jane
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Jane- do you have a store where you sell your photographs? I am obsessed with your golden gate ones.. they might be my favorite I’ve ever seen!
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Hi Mackenzie- Thank you so much. I’m so glad we share an obsession with the GG and that you’re enjoying my photos. Yes, I do have a website – the link is in the menu. Here’s a direct link to my Golden Gate album https://www.janeluriephotography.com/Portfolio/Travel-/SanFrancisco/The-Golden-Gate-Bridge
Email me through my contact and I’ll send you a coupon. 😉
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Thank you for sharing, Jane!! We are moving in a few months so I may try to convince my husband that we need a photo as a token to remember our time here. I’ll be in touch!
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Sorry you’re moving -good luck in your new chapter. That’s a great idea and I’d be thrilled if you found a GG for a memory. Please let me know if you need any help. Thanks so much.
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Thank you so much, Jane!!
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Great photos. I especially like the ones of the Golden Gate Bridge!
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Thanks so much, Sean. She’s a beauty in all kinds of weather. 🙂
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Wonderful colors and light! My favorite in this set is ‘One Light’ … it makes me wonder who lives in there.
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Hi Denise, I wonder that a lot as I look at buildings in the city. Thanks very much.
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Great Pictures Jane ! And what ever you did…somehow your moon looks much more expressive than the moon over Hamburg…may be we need a new one such like yours 🙂 By the way…your bridge is bigger than the one we have in Hamburg (Köhlbrandbrücke)…so its decided to tear it down and build a tunnel 🙂 All the best, Jürgen
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Hi Jürgen, Ha! Must be that San Franciscans emit that special expressive aura. 🙂 I just looked up your bridge…surprising they are tearing it down! Glad you enjoyed these images and I really appreciate you stopping by. Thank you!
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Terrific series of photos Jane! I particularly like “One Light” and “Exploring”.
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Thanks so much, Belinda. Glad you enjoyed! One Light is SF Noir to me and that little explorer is my granddaughter. 😄
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😊
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I like that rainy day photo!
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Thanks, Michael. Through my windshield waiting for my husband to get out of class at USF. 😁
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This is amazing 🙂
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Hi Joshi, Glad you like these–thank you. 🙂
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Reblogged this on The Reluctant Poet.
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Such a joy to view, Jane!! Thanks for sharing!!!
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Thank you very much, Chuck. Always appreciated. 🙂
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Always love your work, Jane. This collection is no exception. The moon…and the One Light – are my favorites. If it would be possible to single them out. But it isn’t.
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Hi Ann-Christine, Means a lot coming from your creative eye. Thank very much and I hope all is well with you. 🙂
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You are very kind, Jane – I am happy to get the opportunity to see your work. You have always been an inspiration.
Thank you for asking…but today I am not feeling that good. Last week I read too many reports on the state of our world. And el Nino is on its way again. I know the Galapagos Marine Iguanas is one of the species severely threatened because of the warm waters – but there are so many more threatened species. All of us are. Sorry to bring this up…Your photos and generosity is one of the reasons to escape into the world of photography. And so is this blogosphere. Thank you for being there, Jane.
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I love the lead-off photo for this post.
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Thanks, Amy. That was a special morning seeing this spectacular moonset. Plus, I was sharing the moment with my two year old granddaughter who was excitedly pointing and saying, “moon”. 🙂
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Splendid photos! Thanks for sharing!
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Hi Liz, Happy you enjoyed this series. Thanks so much for stopping by!
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That’s such a unique view of the golden gate bridge in that first photo that’s so cool! Really all the bridge photos are really interesting 🙂
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Hi Christian, I’m glad you are enjoying the portraits of my muse…she is a steadfast poser in all kinds of weather. Thank you so much for your kind comments. 🙂
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just fabulous …brilliant shots jane….loving the colors & details…warm n fuzzy😜
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Thanks again, April! You are so supportive and it’s much appreciated. 🙂
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absolutely gorgeous shots Jane…REALLY WOW!!! brilliant!!!😜
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Thanks, April! (I assume this is you– coming up as Anonymous) So glad you like these! 🙂
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One Light made me smile. It’s that perfect. The others are, too. In their own way. 😊
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I had the same reaction! It made me really think about what was happening in that room and what could be. So cool!
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HI Gunta, I was very happy to spot that single light…SF Noir/Hopperesque in mood. Glad you enjoyed this collection. Thanks so much. 🙂
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A special set of color and light,Jane. The front and center, Wow!
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Thank you, Amy. Pleased you enjoyed– funny, I am not usually a front and center shooter but I liked the way the GG took the front row in this one. Glad you agree. 🙂
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Really enjoyed this collection, with One Light a particular favourite – as another commenter noted, definitely a Hopper feeling from that one, and the building is a beauty.
Thanks, Jane!
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Totally agree I had to stop for a little while on that image 🙂 so good!
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HI Christian, That makes me happy- thank you so much for your appreciation. 🙂
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Hi PC, Thank you! That’s exactly how I felt when I spotted that single lamp. Exciting. Must keep an eye out for more opportunities. I appreciate you sharing your thoughts. 🙂
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Amazing
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Thank you, Ann Marie. 😊
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Lovely Bay Area scenes, Jane. Especially the with light of the moon. Makes me want to go back there 👍
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Thank you, Sir Alberts. Happy these brought back good memories of the bay area. Appreciate you visiting here. 🙂
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These are all amazing shots, the bridge & moon are spectacular of course, but I love the watery courthouse, and the somewhat bewildered-looking kid, exploring the jungle gym’s jumbled piping (try saying that three times fast). Maybe because I’ve never been to S.F., but loved The Maltese Falcon, Vertigo, etc. I often see a mystery film set in your shots, like “One Light,” and the lighting in that one seems unusual and neat.
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Thanks, Robert! It was quite a varied week of photography. The moon was center stage and such a visual treat. Funny that you mention that kid, my granddaughter, who was in reality was checking out another kid who had moved in on her seesaw. 😄I really appreciate your thoughts. I must get back into shooting more night shots in SF- you are right- it’s perfect noir ambience.
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Ok, that explains her expression perfectly. I was always very leary of jungle gyms, very uncoordinated at that age, and usually came home with a dozen bruises.
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“It’s a jungle out there” was one of my captions. 😉
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So good to see your work again Jane. The “Front and Cente” – what an awesome catch. Perfect timing.
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Hi Mary, So glad you stopped by and glad you enjoyed these. This time of year is great for moonsets here. Thanks very much!
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I know how you feel when you are immersed in ‘seeing’, all cares fall of your shoulders, your work, so wonderful.
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Hi Paula, It is a great feeling, isn’t it? I know from your work that it is indeed happening. Thank you for relating and enjoying.
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A window shot from the other side, very nice. 🙂
Beautiful colors at sunrise and sunset too.
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Yes, David….good thought! A new perspective. 🙂 Glad you like the colors. Thanks so much.
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the moon and all the wonderful colours…feels bright and light…spring will come…thank you for sharing ~ smiles hedy 🙂
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Hi Hedy, It was a vibrant week for colors and light. Hoping for a hint of spring soon. Glad you enjoyed–thank you. 😁
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Jane, only you could do it, hanging the moon on the Golden Gate Bridge, among other beautiful shots!
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Thanks, Hien. It’s a great time of year for moon and bridge shots. Pleased you enjoyed this diverse collection.
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wonderful and interesting selection of colors you have taken, i especially like the 1st, 4th, 7th and last picture.
greetings robert
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Thanks very much, Robert. Many beautiful moments of light and color this past week. Happy you stopped by. 🙂
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Amazing pictures. Especially the one with the moon.
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Thanks, Rabirius. This time of year is great for moon and bridge shots. So glad you enjoyed them.
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That’s a good placement of the full moon as a halo.
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Thanks very much, Steve. Such fun to watch it set with all the different possibilities. Glad you like it.
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Fabulous shots, Jane. I love the way your eye sees what most people walk right by. Love ‘Rainy Day,’ ‘One Light’ (what are the chances, eh?) and the Super Moon/Bridge shots. So wonderful!
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Hi Eliza, What a wonderful compliment– thank you so much. It was a great week of seeing. 😉
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The colours jump to me! The roses! And the wonderful orange and blue from the last picture. I agree with Jane that One Light is a mysterious capture, wich I like very much.
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Hi Peter, Thank you! It was a great week for lush colors and striking light. Happy you like them…the lamp in the window was a gift. 🙂
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All great as usual Jane but especially liked your USF shot – was it in a puddle or thru a window?
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Thank you, Tina. Through my windshield as I waited for my student to finish class. 😉
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Do you have a permanent perch looking at your bridge… always a treat !
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Hi Linda, Why yes I do. 😉 Very happy you enjoy them. She’s a steadfast muse. Thank you!
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Love Moonset and Rainy Day, especially, Jane….and One Light is a tad voyeuristic!
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Thank you, Sue. It’s been a week of diverse subjects. Aren’t all photographers voyeuristic? 😉
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Well, yes, I think we are!
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I can never get enough of your Golden photos. The colors are so very striking. And One Light has the feel and mystery of an Edward Hopper painting.
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Thank you, Jane. That’s great to read since my GG obsession hasn’t waned. 🙂 Happy that One Light spoke to you and that’s exactly what I was thinking when I spotted that scene. Miss you!
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