Photography Atelier

Lynne Stuart Lamson

Reflecting on Water

“Always be on the lookout for the presence of wonder.” – E.B. White

When fly fishing, I study the water for flies that dance on top and for fish that lurk beneath, but for this series, I turned my attention to the water itself, the swirls of colors, patterns, and reflections. Searching for moments of quietude and calm during the Covid pandemic, I found more time for wandering in the woods and watching the water. This series came about by looking closely and by trying to see what is not usually noticed at first glance. Delighting in the details of the ordinary, I sought to explore the rippled reflections on the water and the intricate designs within the water’s surface, moving and still. This series is an effort to be present in the moment, to gain new perspectives, and to wonder.

Artist Bio

Lynne Stuart Lamson is a Boston-based photographer and avid outdoorswoman who enjoys hiking and fly fishing. Inspired by the natural world, she is particularly intrigued by reflections, patterns, and the interplay between light and shadow. Drawn to singular elements that create an atmosphere of tranquility, she also explores how simplicity can be interrupted by splashes of color and motion. Lynne earned her undergraduate degree from Princeton University, Master’s degree from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and has studied at the New England School of Photography and the Griffin Museum of Photography.