Indoor balancing is a nice option when outside conditions are not balance friendly (ex: wind, cold, etc). Indoors can be fun because it often involves smaller rocks, and is a bit easier to play around in the comfort of home. Here is a small balance i put together on a ledge at home. Indoor balancing is rather inviting for photography, as it is easier to control light conditions. Despite the unnatural setting, Light is a crucial factor in highlighting the fine details and characters of rocks. Here are 3 shots of the same balance with 3 different light directions..
Since the rocks are so small, even slighter vibration can collapse them.. Luckily since it is indoors, this balance has remained on the ledge for a few days now, and is a pleasant decoration to walk by each time. Many balancers around the world practice indoor balance during poor weather… I consider myself slightly new to indoor balancing, but it is hard to resist when I have small rocks all around the apartment… especially when I live with a fellow balancer.. Try it for yourself. Similar to playing with blocks or legos. :) And it is a very good way to practice the skill within your comfort zone… I still prefer being out in the creek because the possibilities are greater and slightly more unpredictable… not to mention the soothing sound of the water.
Wow, great photos. Looks like you took them in a photo studio!! :) :*
More stacking than balancing, isn’t it ? No, more levitation than balancing, isn’t it ? Anyway, you’ve got it…Next step, balancing in space.
I have been wondering: Is it easier (or recommended) to balance stones outdoors in their natural environment as opposed to indoors?
love this, very Zen.
Nice use of dark and light
light dark balance included, like dance of light*