Being The Best
The Word "Best" are for those who never rest
Going from East to West under pressure and stress performing Exams and Tests
Despite the fear for the efforts been a mess
Which was meant to put them in distress
Yet they attain a height which was not possible for human might
All because they put in a fight to being the best.
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Eniola Adebayo Carson
I write for the fun of it, I hope you find my writing educating and inspiring.
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The Exposure Triangle
Photography is a captivating form of art that enables us to freeze moments in time and tell stories through visual imagery. At the heart of capturing stunning photographs lies the mastery of the exposure triangle. The exposure triangle is a fundamental concept in photography, encompassing three key elements: aperture, shutter speed, and ISO sensitivity. Understanding and effectively utilizing these components empowers photographers to create well-exposed, creative, and visually appealing images. In this essay, we will delve into each element of the exposure triangle, exploring their interplay and significance in shaping the final outcome of a photograph. Aperture: Aperture refers to the opening of a camera lens that controls the amount of light entering the camera. It is represented by an f-number (e.g., f/1.8, f/5.6), with smaller values indicating larger openings and vice versa. The aperture not only regulates the exposure but also influences the depth of field (DoF) in an image. A wide aperture (small f-number) produces a shallow DoF, where the subject is in sharp focus while the background appears blurred, creating a sense of separation and emphasis. Conversely, a narrow aperture (large f-number) results in a deep DoF, with both the subject and background appearing sharp. Understanding aperture allows photographers to control the visual impact and emphasis within their compositions. Shutter Speed: Shutter speed refers to the length of time the camera's shutter remains open, allowing light to reach the camera sensor. It is measured in fractions of a second (e.g., 1/500, 1/30). Shutter speed has a dual role in photography. Firstly, it controls the exposure by determining the amount of light that enters the camera. Secondly, it influences the perception of motion within an image. A fast shutter speed freezes action, capturing crisp details even in fast-moving subjects. On the other hand, a slow shutter speed introduces motion blur, conveying a sense of movement and dynamism. By adjusting the shutter speed, photographers can manipulate the portrayal of motion and effectively convey the desired message or mood. ISO Sensitivity: ISO sensitivity measures the camera sensor's responsiveness to light. It is represented by a numeric value, such as ISO 100, ISO 400, etc. Low ISO settings (e.g., ISO 100) produce images with minimal noise but require more light for proper exposure. High ISO settings (e.g., ISO 1600) amplify the sensor's sensitivity, allowing photography in low-light conditions but potentially introducing noise, which can degrade image quality. Understanding ISO sensitivity enables photographers to adapt to different lighting scenarios, striking a balance between capturing sufficient light and maintaining optimal image quality.
By Eniola Adebayo Carson3 years ago in Photography
Absolute Zero
My ambitious maw couldn't keep me warm anymore. You were the wolfhound that kept attacking it to sustain yourself. Everything you could steal, you did no matter how insignificant. You siphoned my life in small increments in order to achieve a sense of regularity. It was all for appearance's sake. You were the rat king my tail kept getting attached to. I would scurry away but all to no avail. I wallowed in compromise and misery in an attempt to be less for you. I was driven but you were threatened by anything resembling intelligence. You loved me being incomplete. I pretended to be deaf so you could speak for me. I chose silence so you could choose for me instead. I learned to surrender because you felt some desperate need to be in command. My opinion of you continued to shrink. You were never the almighty one you convinced yourself you were. It's amazing how fragile your masculinity was so you had to take my dignity to supplement. I was the undead carcass you kept feeding on. You couldn't find your own food source so you used me for your appetite. You refused to find shelter so I became your haven at the expense of myself. You somehow always knew better, it seemed. Like there was written proof somewhere out there in the cosmos that you were the superior one. I was the deluded victim you had to subjugate and keep isolated. You made it your life's mission to devalue me. You did everything to justify your abusive and callous behavior. You were always my biggest disappointment, You made sure I didn't deserve better. I had to worship you because you lived off of recognition. I was kept hostage for 15 years while you remained drunk off of my tears. I was the aberration I sought but could never enforce. You were the unwelcome savior that felt compelled to trap me. I was held captive and was forced to enjoy it. I soared beyond your limitations but you punished me for that. My entropy was at always at your mercy. You wanted me at my lowest, at absolute zero. My energy was at your disposal. I was a dedicated zombie that couldn't breathe without your permission. I was forever caught in your perpetual undertow. What would it mean to prosper? What would it feel like to reclaim my power? I was the walking dead you feared would rise against you one day. I wasn't willing to join you at your subterranean level. My melancholy is no longer my friend. I have slowly ascended to the height I always pictured myself achieving. My endeavors refuse to be frigid and tepid. You are banished to the frozen exteriors of my mind. Where polar ice and bleak extremities knew me so well. I was once at absolute zero. I was a former version of myself you kept hidden for fear of losing to. I'm not who I used to be. I am allowed to evolve beyond arctic cold. I'm thawing out, slowly but surely. The temperature is rising and so am I. My heat obliterated you because you kept stripping me of it. I was a motionless entity, encased in marble glacier, a reminder of all that I had dreamt of. Those dreams have returned. They have bestowed their value unto me once more. I'm not your captive anymore. I've been diminished long enough. Go be one with your beloved entropy. My energy cannot be destroyed nor removed anymore. You have no more influence over me anymore
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