Earlier today, my sister and I both visited the boardwalk down the block. I thought it was an ideal time to do some recording for the class; it was late in the afternoon, many of my neighbors were outside where it remained bright, and the air had a summer feel to it. There, sitting on one of the benches with my pair of Binaural headphones over my ears, listening to my sister occasionally mention something in regard to her coworkers or day in general, and the seagulls and many voices heard in the background, I began to do some reflecting.
I’ve concluded that one of the most enjoyable aspects of this project, besides learning from DP and exposure to all the amazing equipment and technology, is that we’re allowed to view our neighborhood in a different manner. Suddenly, I’m not so familiar with the streets or the boardwalk, or even the people. Its as though this light has been cast over the area, and I’m no longer apart of the scenery but an observer and critic.
Its truly surprising, and fascinating, how much you may notice with those headphones over your head; sounds you daily ignore and pay no attention to because they’ve become a constant in your memory.
I’m just thrilled to experience my neighborhood in this new perspective.
– SM