Lens – Artists Challenge #319 – Setting a Mood

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Thanks for this challenge Ann-Christine, I am so into this style of photography.

She wrote in her post: Atmospheric is the character, feeling, or mood of a place or situation. It might be the mood of the mist, the collusion of clouds, or just a stunning structure. Ambience is another word for atmosphere in the sense of the mood a place or setting has.

Ominous sky in Oulu

I think that is what I can bring to the photo as a photographer: mood. There are so many wonderful places that I might never travel to, so making some everyday place interesting by capturing a mood to the scene is what I can bring to the table. I believe that every location holds a unique story waiting to be told, and as a photographer, it is my job to unveil that narrative. By paying close attention to the subtle details and the interplay of light and shadow, I can evoke emotions that resonate with me and hopefully with the viewer.

PInk and purple Sunset

I think weather and season is a great mood setter; whether it’s the soft glow of golden hour sun or the dramatic contrast of stormy skies, every atmospheric condition brings its own character to a photograph. I just need to capture it and show it how I saw it, allowing others to step into that moment and feel the same connection I felt behind the lens. This ability to encapsulate fleeting emotions and environments is, I believe, what transforms a simple image into an impactful work of art.

Summer mood captured

Light house in Oulu set against the dark sky

Shadows and lighting sets a mood in street photography and in interior shots, playing with light you can transform the photo into a visual narrative.

The interplay of light and shadow adds depth to the scene. In street photography, the dramatic contrasts can highlight the energy and life of urban environments, while in interior shots, soft lighting can create a warm and inviting atmosphere. By experimenting with different angles and intensities of light, you can discover unique perspectives that enhance the images.

These interior shots are from the beautiful Amalfi Cathedral

Street Photography can give you lots of opportunities for catching a mood

I want to thank Patti for making us see beauty everywhere – and somehow I feel this Ann-Christine’s challenge is a natural way to follow up to it. Next week Sofia is presenting the next challenge, be sure to check it out and join us.

27 thoughts on “Lens – Artists Challenge #319 – Setting a Mood”

  1. Wonderful and all very moody. The misty shots are great. I especially love the person in white walking in fall forest of orange.

  3. I loved all the moods you’ve set through your photography Ritva. I especially liked how you explained how we the photographer can help create that mood by changing our position and capturing the light differently. Thanks!

  4. Holy smokes Ritva – your images are marvelous and I agree whole-heartedly with your thoughts. That first image of the church interior and the alley that follows it are breathtaking.

  5. Wonderful series of images. A set that shows your true skill as a photographer and artist.

    Many people don’t take photos a dreary or low light day, so some of us will be hard-pressed to match your images that show extremes of weather.

  6. I expected a great post from you, Ritva because, as you say, this is you, your style of photography. Magnificent post. I think when you go full drama is where you shine the most. The interior shots are sublime.

  10. Glorious, Ritva! But I did not expect anything less from you. Yes, this is you. Your nature captures are outstandingly beautiful – but so are the indoors ones. I fell there is nothing you can not handle and make a work of art. A thoroughly divine post filled with delicately handled mood.

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