Ninety Days From a Single Click

It still amazes me that photography is the hobby that stuck. I learned the basics on a tiny phone camera, and my very first “serious” photo was a self-portrait on top of a big rock. It wasn’t perfect, but pressing that shutter felt like I’d achieved something worth remembering. I posted it on Facebook, and from that day on I kept sharing, little moments, simple scenes, and anything that made me look twice.

I’ve taken breaks along the way, but I always find my way back. Maybe that’s what happens when a hobby becomes part of how you notice the world. Lately I’ve been more intentional about it here on Hive through a 365 Day Photography project. I’m about two months in, and the routine is quietly shaping me, teaching patience, sharpening my eye, and reminding me to keep showing up.

Today’s photo is a good example of why I keep going. After the rain, the leaves in the yard were covered with droplets that looked like tiny glass beads. In black and white, the textures came alive, the gentle veins of the leaf, the soft highlights on each droplet, the deep shadows that make everything feel calm and still. It’s a simple subject, but it holds a small story about pause and presence.

I don’t know exactly how I’ll change by the end of this year-long project, but I’m excited to find out. For now, day by day, I’ll keep taking photos, learning from small discoveries, and sharing them with you. Thanks for being here and for the encouragement, it makes the journey even more meaningful.