That Feeling of Summer

Things have changed lately. The thick jumpers, big hoodies, and coats were all pushed aside within what felt like the change of two or three days. A week of rain immediately turned to what I would consider the height of summer in England. Warmth that feels so nice, a bright golden sunlight that reaches through the city streets and down the alleys. Yerevan completely changed with this. As if with the flick of a switch, the entire city was swapped out with something much more lively. I have been absolutely loving this weather, particularly the brightness of the light and the opportunities it brings with photography. Cafe cultures is somewhat springing up, a few places with outdoor seating finally. Some bars I attended didn't survive and seem to have shut down. A constant cycle of struggle for the service industry side of things here in Armenia; though I'm curious if that warmer weather and increase in tourism changes anything, even temporarily.

I've felt much more energetic and motivated with this. Still a little more tired than I'd like to be, but I feel the energy returning with the heat. That excitement to get out and explore and do things. Anything! I have a camera lens from England that should be within my hands within the next few days, and hopefully even tomorrow. This is something I've been waiting to use for a while, to have a different focal length on the camera that will allow me to capture these spaces in a massively unique manner compared to how I do now, with the more cinematic 35mm focal length. Perfect for up-close shots like the ones in this post. But a bit challenging with other perspectives: portraits, keeping distance, getting that depth in the frame.

Despite all that's going on in the world, I feel really calm for once. Really capable of having the feeling that I can just be happy and pursue the interests I have. Avoiding the drama of the modern world. I see this often here, the reflection of the Armenian people: slower, a bit lazier. Definitely enjoying the relaxation of life. Drinking on the job. Putting some safety aspects aside. Taking things easy. There's a lot to learn here as a result, and I do think some of it is rubbing off on me as time goes on.

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