Convergence is the act of converging, merging, uniting.
If you have skills or resources to merge photos (or shoot in camera double exposures) you can show it for this theme – that’s one way to interpret it.
Other ways are to find a point where several other points (beings, things etc.) cross, come together. Think of confluence, concurrence, meetings, encounters, mingling. I think I have said enough π . Β It’s up to you now. Have a good and creative Sunday! Your entries may be submitted any time between now and the next Black & White Sunday.
(clicking on the photo will allow a better view of convergence)
P.S.
While doing research for this challenge I stumbled upon this great quote that I must share:
“To photograph is to hold one’s breath, when all faculties converge to capture fleeting reality. It’s that precise moment that mastering an image becomes a great physical and intellectual joy.”
– Henri Cartier-Bresson (French photographer)
Make sure to visit this page to see assembled entries per challenges.
Bonnie Brig is masterfully captured in your shot, Debbie. Thank you for taking part. I am having the busiest weekend, but I really appreciate your involvement and the information you shared.
Lovely to read you, Linda. I had a very stressful weekend with unplanned and unpaid overtime, but am recovering (at work again) now. Thank you for your visit.
Tack Lena. I think that this quote really sums up what the right attitude in the process of taking photos is. Nowdays in the digital era it may not be so evident as in the film era, when photographers had to take a more cautious attitude when shooting. Today there are so many snappers that call themselves photographers (not saying of course that you are, but you must have noticed them around)
A creative Sunday… Hmm… Well, I’ve posted a photo for your challenge. Not sure if I’ll be more creative this Sunday, but I do have some vacuum cleaning and a visit to the gym on my to-do list this Sunday and I might be able to squeeze in some creativity there! I like your photo, it has this urbex feel to it, this dumporama style. π https://cardinalguzman.wordpress.com/2016/04/03/im-not-sure-if-thats-the-best-solution/
Many thanks, Sue. Am really happy that you like the image. It right up in my neighbourhood. I was very pleased with your original take. Looking forward to seeing it in colour some day. Have a good week, Sue!
Every quote I’ve ever read from Cartier-Bresson has been wonderfully perceptive, this no exception. In your photo the curved bits of line add interest to the retreating perspective, as do the graffitied carriage, the buildings and the overhead wires and stuff. You ALWAYS value add – and I hope this weekend also been able to relax.
I’ve just checked my phone for comments notification, and I thank you for your input. I am not relaxing at all (not even time to eat and much.less for anything else). As I said on Friday I.am working 30 unpaid hours this weekend which.consists in translating several dozens pages that will.ruin the company I work for and subsequently the country. See you.
Wonderful quote and discordant music π π Thank you for the explanation, beautifully illustrated. I hope you manage to get everything done that you need to this weekend, Paula. Sending more useless hugs!
It’s April 3 and it’s snowing. On top of the flowers. This challenge gave me the push I needed to work on a picture I’ve been trying to “get right” since I originally took it last January. You are my inspiration π Thanks!
Oh, don’t tell me that! You have absolutely nothing to be critical about, but I know what you mean. Sometimes I don’t know what’s giving in faster – my eyes or my camera. None of my photos are to my liking and not even Lightroom edits makes me feel better about them. If I could take photos like you, then I’d be more than satisfied. π β₯
such a soothing music! talking about being critical about one’s shoots lately – my sentiments exactly (about my photos π ) – subconscious projections of my state of mind reflected in them for sure. 30 hours of OT? not to mention unpaid! tough. http://lessywannagohome.blogspot.be/2016/04/convergence.html
Yes, I love this quote, Paula. Stunning image and very different music. I think you must have been standing on the train tracks when you took this. π Hope your week is going well. xx
Hello precious. It is not all bad, but so very busy. Thank you for asking. Yes, I have been standing on the train tracks without feeling suicidal :D. The music is by Japanese band “Mono”. This track is called Loco Track. I find it very suitable. xx
Wonderful interpretation for this challenge. A wonderful mood. I can almost hear the train whistle blowing. And your blog is giving me lots of ideas of different images I would like to try. I’ve just read the instructions for how to shoot multiple exposures.
very good Paula. It reminded me when I was learning to draw and learned about perspective (Merci aux italiens) and “Point ou ligne de fuite” (I will have to look it up. Not sure it’s called so.)
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Although I worry about the world becoming enmeshed in a steel cat’s cradle, I found this photo very soothing and beautifulβ¦ convergence is pleasing to the brain.
I’m a big fan of Cartier-Bresson and love that quote, Paula
And I love your shot too – great convergence!
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I have converged now!!
Here is my slightly rambling post Paula: https://travelwithintent.com/2016/04/03/bonnie-brig-beautiful-bridge-forth-scots-language/
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Bonnie Brig is masterfully captured in your shot, Debbie. Thank you for taking part. I am having the busiest weekend, but I really appreciate your involvement and the information you shared.
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Not sure I will be able to participate but I do love your interpretation of it. Very nice!
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Thanks a bunch, John. A good week to you and your Bride π
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Truth in the quote.
Thanks for sharing
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My pleasure!
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Perfect photo and quote for this challenge, Paula! Hope you’re enjoying a beautiful weekend! π
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Lovely to read you, Linda. I had a very stressful weekend with unplanned and unpaid overtime, but am recovering (at work again) now. Thank you for your visit.
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I know I’m late responding, Paula, but I want to say that overtime is bad enough…unpaid overtime is unconscionable! π Hope your week went better!
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Great photo Paula, that quote was really interesting.
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Tack Lena. I think that this quote really sums up what the right attitude in the process of taking photos is. Nowdays in the digital era it may not be so evident as in the film era, when photographers had to take a more cautious attitude when shooting. Today there are so many snappers that call themselves photographers (not saying of course that you are, but you must have noticed them around)
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I agree on all that and there are a lot of people calling themselves photographers nowdays. Instagram is filled with that kind.. π
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A creative Sunday… Hmm… Well, I’ve posted a photo for your challenge. Not sure if I’ll be more creative this Sunday, but I do have some vacuum cleaning and a visit to the gym on my to-do list this Sunday and I might be able to squeeze in some creativity there! I like your photo, it has this urbex feel to it, this dumporama style. π
https://cardinalguzman.wordpress.com/2016/04/03/im-not-sure-if-thats-the-best-solution/
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Love that image, as the Cardinal says, it has a bit of an urbex feel….I shall have to see what I can find! Love that Cartier Bresson quote! π
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Many thanks, Sue. Am really happy that you like the image. It right up in my neighbourhood. I was very pleased with your original take. Looking forward to seeing it in colour some day. Have a good week, Sue!
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Thanks, Paula….have a great week yourself π
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Love the quote . And interesting photo, I like all the lines and the perspective.
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Every quote I’ve ever read from Cartier-Bresson has been wonderfully perceptive, this no exception. In your photo the curved bits of line add interest to the retreating perspective, as do the graffitied carriage, the buildings and the overhead wires and stuff. You ALWAYS value add – and I hope this weekend also been able to relax.
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I’ve just checked my phone for comments notification, and I thank you for your input. I am not relaxing at all (not even time to eat and much.less for anything else). As I said on Friday I.am working 30 unpaid hours this weekend which.consists in translating several dozens pages that will.ruin the company I work for and subsequently the country. See you.
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Wonderful quote and discordant music π π Thank you for the explanation, beautifully illustrated. I hope you manage to get everything done that you need to this weekend, Paula. Sending more useless hugs!
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You are wrong at one point. Jo. They are never useless. Have a good week. Will find time to drop by later on. Hugs
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Thanks sweetheart π π
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wonderful quote and perfect photo Paula
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This is much appreciated DM. I hope you are well.
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Great to hear!
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…and greater to see!
Wonderful and impressive view, really!
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Ti ringrazio tanto, tesoro.
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Love the shot and the quote too…
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Thanks, Lor π
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Here we are: https://suejudd.com/2016/04/03/black-white-sunday-convergence/
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Lots of convergence of creativity in this post, Paula – track, tracks and quote. Neat!
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π I love your eloquence, Tish and perceptiveness. Have a good week!
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It’s April 3 and it’s snowing. On top of the flowers. This challenge gave me the push I needed to work on a picture I’ve been trying to “get right” since I originally took it last January. You are my inspiration π Thanks!
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Your entry made me smile. I’m happy you took that walk and came back with this photo. Thank you again, Marilyn.
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P.S. capturing snow on top of flowers could make for some wonderful close ups. I am sorry that your blooms are freezing.
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Paula here is my contribution, now I am heading to dreamland…..zzzzzzzz ~John
http://daffodilhillphotography.com/2016/04/03/black-white-sunday-convergence/
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π Thank you, again.
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And here’s mine : https://teepee12.com/2016/04/04/convergence-black-white-sunday/
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I love this effect Paula of lines disappearing into nothingness. Hoping your weekend went all right. I have been thinking of you.
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It went all right in spite of stress. Thank you so much for caring, Sue.
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What a lovely quote and so true. It really compliments your stunning shot Paula. Talk about ‘artsy’! π
Love the music and I wish I could add a player like this on my blog, but WP only allows it on the premium and business.
Have a great day honey. Hope you are doing better. β₯ Hugs β₯
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Yes, I need to pay $20 a year for this luxury that really means a lot to me, but you can embed players from you tube or soundcloud for free.
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Yes, I saw that and it’s such a great feature. $20 a year isn’t much. Maybe one day … π
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Thank you, hon. I am getting very critical about my shots lately. Very few are to my liking π Your compliments are big help.
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Oh, don’t tell me that! You have absolutely nothing to be critical about, but I know what you mean. Sometimes I don’t know what’s giving in faster – my eyes or my camera. None of my photos are to my liking and not even Lightroom edits makes me feel better about them. If I could take photos like you, then I’d be more than satisfied. π β₯
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You are so out of line here π
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Oh yeah! π
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I won’t let you have the last word! π
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Whahahahah! Okay, then you can have it. π
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Here’s my attempt sweetness. π β₯
https://sonelsworld.wordpress.com/2016/04/09/black-white-sunday-convergence/
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You are the best, and it is not just words. Thank you, honey bee. I am so touched with your entry.
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You’re so sweet Paula and I love you for that. Thank you for the lovely words and for being such a sweetheart. π β₯
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such a soothing music! talking about being critical about one’s shoots lately – my sentiments exactly (about my photos π ) – subconscious projections of my state of mind reflected in them for sure. 30 hours of OT? not to mention unpaid! tough.
http://lessywannagohome.blogspot.be/2016/04/convergence.html
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Thank you for the excellent entry, Klara. (da i tortura se nastavlja) Kak si ti?
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Converging tracks; good choice.
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Thanks Allan. It is not easy to come up with two different and specific themes every week. I am terribly busy lately too.
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A brilliant theme Paula. I had some pictures in mind, but thought this one (though old) is one good way to express convergence:
https://thepisceanme.wordpress.com/2016/03/14/one-love-weekly-photo-challenge/
Hope you like it π
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I do π
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Great example of convergence. And the Henri Cartier-Bresson quote is the perfect accompaniment.
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Yes, I love this quote, Paula. Stunning image and very different music. I think you must have been standing on the train tracks when you took this. π Hope your week is going well. xx
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Hello precious. It is not all bad, but so very busy. Thank you for asking. Yes, I have been standing on the train tracks without feeling suicidal :D. The music is by Japanese band “Mono”. This track is called Loco Track. I find it very suitable. xx
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Wonderful interpretation for this challenge. A wonderful mood. I can almost hear the train whistle blowing. And your blog is giving me lots of ideas of different images I would like to try. I’ve just read the instructions for how to shoot multiple exposures.
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http://tishfarrell.com/2016/04/06/heading-for-the-light-wenlocks-linden-walk-in-winter/ Here’s my convergence, Paula. Cheers!
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very good Paula. It reminded me when I was learning to draw and learned about perspective (Merci aux italiens) and “Point ou ligne de fuite” (I will have to look it up. Not sure it’s called so.)
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Love your image – and you’ll see it very directly inspired me this week
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You did so much better than me. I am loving it, Sonya.
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Although I worry about the world becoming enmeshed in a steel cat’s cradle, I found this photo very soothing and beautifulβ¦ convergence is pleasing to the brain.
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Interesting observation, Hilary π I tend to feel the same. Thank you.
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