June 08, 2010

on lilacs and learning...


lately i have been really struggling with my
photography, getting business things organized and coming
to the mid point of my 365 project i have felt a little bogged down.i haven't felt very inspired or inspired at all sometimes . i began second guessing every idea i had for a image based on weather it would work for the blog , would it help attract clients. combine that with warmer weather and more activity in the family and less time at the computer and i was really questioning if i was progressing or just taking snapshots.my prospective changed a little when i revisited this session of Bronte` last night . i took these shots a year ago and at the time i was utterly thrilled with them. i have had them in the back of my mind lately as it is lilac time again but when  i went through them last night to blog them i was shocked. as a mom i still think she looks beautiful and i have great memories of that lovely warm evening but as a photographer i couldn't believe  how bad the shots  were. the white balance was off in most, the focus is questionable in all ,non are tack sharp.i wasn't shooting in raw format so i couldn't change much now and i was still shooting in auto mode .i realize that even though every image is NOT a masterpiece , using my camera everyday is still a worthwhile exercise, i have become a much, much better photographer in the last year and even though it doesn't feel like it i am growing even now,
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June 04, 2010

things i love thursday



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June 02, 2010

"I love to smell flowers in the dark," she said. "You get hold of their soul then."




lilacs and i walk a fine line - a love / hate sort of relationship.
i love them but my allergies don't.
i gather them every year , unable to resist and then begin the
dance of bringing them in and out. wanting them to be in the house and yet
only being able to enjoy them for so long before they have to return
to the deck.
they are worth it  but i really think with all the
advances in pant development over the last years
they could develop a scent free variety for people like me.
ahh well this is how i enjoyed them today.
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