So in the Dark…

So in the Dark…

Oh boy! This night photography challenge is certainly proving to be quite a challenge! The number one rule of the 365 project is to get the shot of the day early, right? Well, that’s pretty close to impossible when you have to wait until 8:45pm (at least) for...
In the Dark with Photography

In the Dark with Photography

And, oh boy! Is it ever dark! Do you want to know why I choose July to experiment in night photography? 1. My kids don’t have to get up early to be anywhere this month and 2. it’s warm outside. I hate the cold so you would never find me out at night in...
Sunflowers

Sunflowers

I picked up a bouquet of sunflowers at Costco last Friday and have been getting a lot of mileage out of them for the 365. But I think today’s shot is my absolute favorite. Something about the rich red and gold tones just makes me swoon! This is quite an...
Lensbaby Newbie? 5 Quick Tips to Getting Started

Lensbaby Newbie? 5 Quick Tips to Getting Started

Over the last couple of years the Lensbaby family of selective focus lenses have increased in popularity with many photographers. The bendable lens really lets you “see in a new way.” However, since the Lensbaby contains no electronic parts, it can’t talk to your...
Happy Easter!

Happy Easter!

… a little early — but I’ve got lots to do to get ready so I thought I better get this out now! Have you heard about French Kiss Textures yet? I just discovered Leslie Nicole and her lovely site the other day. I was so taken with her camellias that I...