I shot this photograph over twenty five years ago. My camera was an inexpensive, point and shoot film camera but I considered myself lucky to finally have my own camera. I knew I would have to pay for film development so I made sure I set up my shots so I wouldn't waste money. But I've always been drawn to spontaneous moment shots, that happen just at the right time, and show a natural emotion not a forced pose. And that day, despite the mottled light descending through the trees, the not so green overgrown forest floor with dirt patches showing, and my mother and grandmother moving, I decided to shoot them. I couldn't help but take the shot. Look at their interaction, their laughing, their excitement in a finding a simple, plain Easter egg. It was worth taking the shot.
In the last month, these two beautiful, loving women passed. I imagine them this way in heaven, loving each other, and smiling at us.
I am always encouraging others to, "take lots of pictures." Why? Because your photos/pictures whether on a cheap camera, smartphone, or dslr will be your most treasured memories. Take the time, make the investment, -- take the shot. I promise it will be worth it throughout the years to come.
"Take lots of pictures." -- Cheryl