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- Introduction During the latter 50 years of his career, Mr Braun directed more of his focus toward a style of nature photography that incorporated a new aesthetic. Using smaller format 35mm cameras, he began to explore subjects close up, often focusing on a single flower, blade of grass, or dewdrop. It was not unusual for him to search out images in the damp, early morning hours, crawling through the dewy grass. His students dubbed this activity “Wet Belly Photography.” “At best, the photographic image can convey an essential truth,” Mr. Braun said. “Beauty is an indicator not only of harmonious growth…but something more: an essential manifestation of aliveness.”