Originally uploaded by RXAphotos
Tuesday means Army day in the RXAphotos household. I woke up and saw my slouch hat (one of my favourite possessions) and instantly visualized this photograph.
It will be interesting to see what comments if any I get on this photograph. I’m hoping people will refrain from the typical “I’m going to say something funny to cover up my embarrassment” comments as to me this is a serious photograph.
It says to me that you do not need to wear a uniform to have the mind and spirit of a ‘digger’, an Australian soldier. And although my role in the defense force is that of a musician, I am still none-the-less an Australian soldier and damn proud of it.
This type of photograph is something I would normally not do but once again I undertook the 365days project to open my eyes to new photographic styles and compositions. Plus I have found that recently I am doing a lot of things I wouldn’t have never done before and it is all been good experiences so far.
Stepping out of my comfort zone has almost been a mantra for the past week and I am glad to do so. It does scare me a little but the benefits will be long remembered I’m sure.
My photo editor hasn’t seen nor approved this and I would love to see her face when she logs on to my flickr account from New Zealand today. I’m sure (I hope) I will get an email shortly about it.
Just be glad I’m using my hand to hold the hat up.
October 23rd, 2007 at 11:29 am
I’d have to say I don’t like it as a photo. It doesn’t say to me any of the things it says to you. It is indeed and excellent hat, though.
October 23rd, 2007 at 11:42 am
A fair enough comment and I thank you for your honesty. I’m lucky enough to have two of these hats, both fully kitted out. One has the brim permanently up and one has a flat brim.