Last week’s journey through the film archives took us to Nantes, specifically the Île de Nantes. While you’ve seen my photos from that day, I’m excited to share my daughter Kate’s photos with you.
Are these images works of art deserving of a gallery? Perhaps not, but they represent a delightful exercise in spontaneity. Captured by a seven-year-old “playing” with a camera, they offer a unique glimpse into how my young daughter sees the world. There are no rigid rules of photography or composition here—just an extension of her eyes. These photos are raw yet delicate, showcasing the world as she perceived it at that moment.
These photos mean a great deal to me, particularly the one she took of me with that glorious moustache! I’ve often discussed how the journey and process of photography can sometimes be even more meaningful than the final destination. That day was a significant part of that journey, and reflecting on my own first photos from that age fills me with nostalgia.
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She’s off to a great start!
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It’s not her thing, but y two children have already decoded that when I die they are going to share my camera collection between them….
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Good heritage there me think ::)
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I think so too!
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I believe that there must always be a starting point, there must be something to trigger the passion to create a desire for something. I gave my 5-year-old daughter a Fuji Evo camera and bought a number of films-packs with her. Her joy lasted for a few hours, and she left the camera to play with another toy, but she always wanted to use my mobile instead.
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As fathers, we try to ignite passions in our children in many ways….
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delightful photos. the art of spontaneity always des3rves a room in the gallery —
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I think she did rather well!
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I think she is doing great, especially your photograph showing us, portrait is not easy, Thank you for you both, Love, nia
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She does less photography now, but she learnt how to use a film camera, which made me very happy. She’s already told me that when I die, she’s going to split my collection of cameras, between both her and her big brother. We’ll have to see…
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