TED Talks Daily Photographing nature beyond the limits of human perception | Doris Mitsch
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Nov 7, 2023 Join artist Doris Mitsch as she unveils the mysteries of nature through her stunning photography that showcases hidden patterns in the environment. She discusses the art of photo stacking to capture the movements of starlings and hawks, revealing the intelligence behind nature’s rhythms. Mitsch also shares her journey of creative confidence, tackling fear of judgment and the importance of supportive environments. The conversation reflects on how the beauty of flight can inspire artistic expression, especially through the lens of technology and collaboration.
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Quarantine Inspiration
- Doris Mitsch became fascinated by nature's movements during quarantine, like the crows' daily commute.
- This inspired her to use photo stacking to capture their flight paths.
Photo Stacking
- Photo stacking reveals movement trails by layering multiple photos taken from a fixed point.
- This makes the shape of movements visible, like stars, fireflies, or athletes.
Nature's Patterns
- Flight trails reveal repeating patterns in nature, like waves, spirals, and whirlpools.
- They also expose invisible elements, like the thermal updrafts hawks and vultures use.