still life*
hmmph! Not much time to throw together a "Classic" still life shot. So instead I went with the eggs. Emily made this last year in art class. I love this little lop-sided bowl.
Sunday, May 29, 2011
twenty one / 52
Saturday, May 21, 2011
twenty / 52
my passion*
No.... my passion is not mushrooms... I can't really say that I'm passionate about anything. Of course I'm passionate about my kids, hubby, my family. I didn't have the opportunity to photograph them this week. Actually, I should say that they were not willing to let me photograph them.
I wasn't going to post this week... just feeling blue, losing Simon and all. The more I thought I about it I realized I am passionate about something. I love taking pictures, processing them and creating images. I notice that while I'm driving I'm on the look-out for things to take photos of. I see the little things that usually go unnoticed. The kids often ask me why I'm taking pictures of inanimate objects. Well, it's because I see beauty in little things. I want to capture it somehow.
While I was trying to take pictures of Milo the other day, I saw 2 tiny little mushrooms growing in the grass. Somehow they survived the little pup as he ran ramped through the backyard. Of course, he saw me trying to get a shot of them in the grass and he stepped on them. So I plucked the last one up and shot it against the green bush.
No.... my passion is not mushrooms... I can't really say that I'm passionate about anything. Of course I'm passionate about my kids, hubby, my family. I didn't have the opportunity to photograph them this week. Actually, I should say that they were not willing to let me photograph them.
I wasn't going to post this week... just feeling blue, losing Simon and all. The more I thought I about it I realized I am passionate about something. I love taking pictures, processing them and creating images. I notice that while I'm driving I'm on the look-out for things to take photos of. I see the little things that usually go unnoticed. The kids often ask me why I'm taking pictures of inanimate objects. Well, it's because I see beauty in little things. I want to capture it somehow.
While I was trying to take pictures of Milo the other day, I saw 2 tiny little mushrooms growing in the grass. Somehow they survived the little pup as he ran ramped through the backyard. Of course, he saw me trying to get a shot of them in the grass and he stepped on them. So I plucked the last one up and shot it against the green bush.
Simon says*
Simon was adopted in the summer of 1999. Our family was young. David was going to be starting kindergarten. Emily was going to be starting pre-school. Mike got the job at Ford and Simon was bought with part of his first paycheck. I'll never forget that night coming home from my part-time job at Jo-Ann etc. Mike met me outside and asked me how much I loved him. My first reaction was "why are you asking me this"? He didn't say why. I came inside and everything appeared as usual. The kids were winding down and I would be getting them ready for bed soon. I heard something. It was fast yet short breaths. I looked around and here was this little fat, black puppy lying under my end table. I was not happy. I didn't think we needed this dog. Mike said he was too cute not to love. He eventually grew on me. He was a perfect dog for our family. He followed the kids around everywhere. He was so gentle with them. He turned out to be a wonderful dog. He went on our family vacations up-north and loved swimming in the lake and going on the boat. He was scared of thunder storms and fireworks. He always greeted you when you came home.
He grew up with our family. And how we have grown up too. Soon David will be a senior in high school and Emily a junior. Mike's job at Ford was not what we expected. I left that little job at Jo-Ann and have gone on to bigger and better things with Chase.
Simon grew old, just like we all do. His time with us ended May 20, 2011. He still had his spunk and sweetness but he was in pain and we had to do what was best. It is very hard on our family to lose a pet. Why we do it, I don't know. But the unconditional love they give us is well worth it. It's going to be hard living without him, hearing his heavy tail wagging on everything, his hot breaths breathing on you, begging for a treat. Life does go on and Simon will always be in our memories.
He grew up with our family. And how we have grown up too. Soon David will be a senior in high school and Emily a junior. Mike's job at Ford was not what we expected. I left that little job at Jo-Ann and have gone on to bigger and better things with Chase.
Simon grew old, just like we all do. His time with us ended May 20, 2011. He still had his spunk and sweetness but he was in pain and we had to do what was best. It is very hard on our family to lose a pet. Why we do it, I don't know. But the unconditional love they give us is well worth it. It's going to be hard living without him, hearing his heavy tail wagging on everything, his hot breaths breathing on you, begging for a treat. Life does go on and Simon will always be in our memories.
Saturday, May 14, 2011
nineteen / 52
flowers*
I’ll call these "wishing flowers".
I have some yard work to do… these are about 18 inches tall! omg!!
These are the closest thing to a flower that I’ve seen in my yard. I didn’t venture out (with my camera) to capture any flowers this week.
Yesterday, Friday, my birthday, I took the day off to relax by myself. I got Emily’s ipod touch out and downloaded the Instagram app. I love the retro, vintage effects you can apply to your pics. So I snapped away in my yard before I headed to my massage. It was nice! I’m feeling better too. My back is always hurting me. It’s not so bad today. I just may have to make this a regular thing.
Saturday, May 7, 2011
eighteen / 52
sooc*
The theme is straight out of camera... no adjusting the colors or sharpness, no cropping, etc.
My spring is finally here!
... I would have loved to be closer to my subject. I really want a macro lens!
I must play and get creative with my photos. It's just fun. The final image is over at flickr. Click *** if you'd like to see it.
The theme is straight out of camera... no adjusting the colors or sharpness, no cropping, etc.
My spring is finally here!
... I would have loved to be closer to my subject. I really want a macro lens!
I must play and get creative with my photos. It's just fun. The final image is over at flickr. Click *** if you'd like to see it.
Saturday, April 30, 2011
seventeen / 52
for the theme.... architecture... not interested in the theme but I took the pikjer for the sake of it. This was taken at the mall near me.
So David wants to be an architect... yeah...
I'm really not into this blogging and talking... can you tell?
So David wants to be an architect... yeah...
I'm really not into this blogging and talking... can you tell?
Saturday, April 23, 2011
sixteen / 52
reflections*
Taken on the hood of my car...
Not much to say this week... Finishing up a wet and cold Spring Break and vacation. Had a nice relaxing few days in my pj's.
Sunday, April 10, 2011
fifteen / 52
if I only had time*
Oh! I have a list of items "if I only had time." I tried to capture some of them for the theme this week.
If I only had more "ME" time. Maybe I'd pay more attention to details. ;-)
If I only have time I'd pursue my passion for photography more seriously. I'd love to take classes, start up a business, sell some prints.... ya' know?
If I only had time I'd read more....
If I only had time I'd travel (if I only had more money, too). I'd love to go to Paris! To see Europe and the UK. I'd love to sit on a beach with sand between my toes and a cold drink in my hand.
If I only had time to learn a new hobby. Crochet or knitting, maybe?
***edited to add that Milo kept stealing my set-up. I had arranged all my trinkets and went to get my camera. When I came back into the room Milo did his "I'm sorry, I couldn't resist, roll to his back" as he dropped a shell. Something else called me out of the room and while I was gone, I heard a tumble and a crash. The Eiffel Tower somehow fell over. Hmmm.... Now, that explains the fine grains of sand all over the table and the books.
Later on that night, Mike and I were watching TV and it was dark. Milo came running through the room and back out and then back in. He was tangled in yarn. The yarn was through-out the entire house. It was so funny. He's a crazy dog, that Milo.
textures by SkeletalMess & SKC Photography
Oh! I have a list of items "if I only had time." I tried to capture some of them for the theme this week.
If I only had more "ME" time. Maybe I'd pay more attention to details. ;-)
If I only have time I'd pursue my passion for photography more seriously. I'd love to take classes, start up a business, sell some prints.... ya' know?
If I only had time I'd read more....
If I only had time I'd travel (if I only had more money, too). I'd love to go to Paris! To see Europe and the UK. I'd love to sit on a beach with sand between my toes and a cold drink in my hand.
If I only had time to learn a new hobby. Crochet or knitting, maybe?
***edited to add that Milo kept stealing my set-up. I had arranged all my trinkets and went to get my camera. When I came back into the room Milo did his "I'm sorry, I couldn't resist, roll to his back" as he dropped a shell. Something else called me out of the room and while I was gone, I heard a tumble and a crash. The Eiffel Tower somehow fell over. Hmmm.... Now, that explains the fine grains of sand all over the table and the books.
Later on that night, Mike and I were watching TV and it was dark. Milo came running through the room and back out and then back in. He was tangled in yarn. The yarn was through-out the entire house. It was so funny. He's a crazy dog, that Milo.
textures by SkeletalMess & SKC Photography
Saturday, April 9, 2011
fourteen / 52
motion*
Another boring shot... I can't wait to get out of this photo funk!
Milo chasing tennis balls... his favorite pass time.
Saturday, April 2, 2011
thirteen / 52
high key*
This week we were supposed to do a high key shot.... well, I don't really know exactly what high key is and I don't care to learn right now. I just wanted to get my photo in. So this is as high key as I'm going to get.
This morning, Emily had to be at a Tennis Invitational. We stopped at Dunkin' Donuts for coffee and a bagel. I decided to pick up a treat for Mike and David. This is the kind David said that he wanted. I am a Bavarian Kreme fan so I got some of those, too.
Oh!! And I have to add.... I passed our audit!! *woo-hoo* *happy-dance*
This week we were supposed to do a high key shot.... well, I don't really know exactly what high key is and I don't care to learn right now. I just wanted to get my photo in. So this is as high key as I'm going to get.
This morning, Emily had to be at a Tennis Invitational. We stopped at Dunkin' Donuts for coffee and a bagel. I decided to pick up a treat for Mike and David. This is the kind David said that he wanted. I am a Bavarian Kreme fan so I got some of those, too.
Oh!! And I have to add.... I passed our audit!! *woo-hoo* *happy-dance*
Saturday, March 26, 2011
twelve / 52
decay*
Decaying leaves from my abandoned garden... waiting for a warm spring day to clean up... an old abandoned toy truck.
I am ready for this brown, dead decaying earth to pop with greens, yellows, pinks and other spring-time colors. I am in need of warm sunshine and warm air. I can't wait for the weather to understand that it's SPRING!
How is life treating you? I'd love to hear.
I am glad that this week is over. It was stressful. My favorite auditor showed up Tuesday. I had to take the kids to an appointment in the morning and I was a nervous wreck. I've been through this plenty of times and each time I'm so nervous. She even asked me when I was going to calm down. After a few minutes of friendly conversation I began to relax. I tell you, it was not relaxed inside. She was there for 3 days. Friday wasn't any better. It's over now. I can sort of breathe easy. At least until April 5, when I find out my results. Until then....
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
eleven / 52
texture*
This is a globe that my brother had when we were kids. I remember how cool this globe was. I would sit for periods of time looking at all the countries. I could feel the different elevations and mountains. So my shot for the week is of this "textured" globe. I know that's not the technical term.
My heart goes out to the people in Japan. They are facing such turmoil and despair. I can't put it all together and understand all the pain and hurt they must be feeling. And the sense of worry and unknowing with the nuclear plants.
I have a cousin (and I'm not telling you this so you can feel sorry) that works for Toyota. He's there right now, in Japan. He won't be home for another few months. He says everything is ok where he is. He is much further south of the disaster. I am very worried about him right now.
Saturday, March 12, 2011
ten / 52
vanishing point*
...taken at Taylor's Heritage Park. This fence is part of the Petting Farm.
I realize, now that it's too late, that I came very close to chopping off this fence. Not what I wanted to do to demonstrate "Vanishing Point". Oh well....
Saturday, March 5, 2011
nine / 52
Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
Shot for Week 9 of my “52 of Twenty Eleven” flickr group given the theme of “Diptych” which is a collaboration project where two photographers make separate images and then they are combined into one image in post processing.
Joe Gazzarato was kind enough to collaborate with me. We debated a few concepts and settled on this. I shot my hands and he shot the ice cream.
Shot for Week 9 of my “52 of Twenty Eleven” flickr group given the theme of “Diptych” which is a collaboration project where two photographers make separate images and then they are combined into one image in post processing.
Joe Gazzarato was kind enough to collaborate with me. We debated a few concepts and settled on this. I shot my hands and he shot the ice cream.
Sunday, February 20, 2011
eight / 52
Looking through a window*
This is a view of my patio looking through my patio doors. All of this white stuff melted this past week. We even had some 50° (F) days. I had a feeling we wouldn't be seeing the grass for long. Oh well... it does make for a pretty view. The snow adds a layer of freshness to a grungy winter's day. Just as I am posting this, there was a big crack of thunder! wow!!
I felt that this photo was lacking something. Not one of my best, or what I had in mind, as usual. I took the photo for the sake of "getting this done". I felt that it wasn't creative. That is why I went with this texture. Not to say that this texture is creative. I played with different tools in Gimp, unapplied them, and then decided to go with this one. I wanted to "make" something, and this is what I came up with.
This is a view of my patio looking through my patio doors. All of this white stuff melted this past week. We even had some 50° (F) days. I had a feeling we wouldn't be seeing the grass for long. Oh well... it does make for a pretty view. The snow adds a layer of freshness to a grungy winter's day. Just as I am posting this, there was a big crack of thunder! wow!!
I felt that this photo was lacking something. Not one of my best, or what I had in mind, as usual. I took the photo for the sake of "getting this done". I felt that it wasn't creative. That is why I went with this texture. Not to say that this texture is creative. I played with different tools in Gimp, unapplied them, and then decided to go with this one. I wanted to "make" something, and this is what I came up with.
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
seven / 52
LoVe*
She loves him. He loves her.
We headed to Winter Blast on Sunday. Emily saw a few people walking around with some hats on that she really wanted. Needless to say she got one. It's big and furry and looks like a stuffed animal's head with the ears. When we got home, she asked me to take her picture with Milo. I am a little biased but I think this turned out pretty darn good.
Sunday, February 6, 2011
six / 52
shadow*
We were baking cookies tonight, when I saw this shadow. I knew I had to use this for this week's theme.
Monday, January 31, 2011
five / 52
water*
I think a lot of contemplation happens in bathtubs. It does for me. Nothing like a hot bath to ease the tension and think about what's going to happen next.
~Sarah McLachlan
For me, there's nothing like a nice, hot bath at the end of a long day.
Sunday, January 23, 2011
four / 52
winter*
It was bitterly cold today, but lots of sunshine. I decided to head to the conservatory for some winter shots. I didn't find much inspiration. There was a lot of brown and bare. I found this empty nest. I wonder if the bird family will be back this spring?
I know it's winter and that I live in Michigan. It's supposed to be cold and snowy. But I'm ready for a thaw!
It was bitterly cold today, but lots of sunshine. I decided to head to the conservatory for some winter shots. I didn't find much inspiration. There was a lot of brown and bare. I found this empty nest. I wonder if the bird family will be back this spring?
I know it's winter and that I live in Michigan. It's supposed to be cold and snowy. But I'm ready for a thaw!
Sunday, January 16, 2011
three / 52
memories*
Does a certain smell trigger memories for you? It does me. Original scent Palmolive reminds me of my Grandpa. He used to do the dishes all the time. He was particular about having an empty sink. If someone placed a dirty bowl or glass in the sink, he'd happily wash it. He always kept busy tinkering around in the garage or yard. He liked to keep busy and doing the dishes was one of those things.
Both of my Grandparents have passed on now. My Grandpa died in the spring of 1995, just before my daughter was born. I was hoping that he'd make it until her birth in August. But his heart failed him. He did visit her, in my dreams after she was born, however. I truly believe he was with us for the first few months of her life (or it could have been my crazy hormones getting the best of me). I'm sure he still is "here" I just don't notice as much now.
So now, when I tackle the most dreadful chore, I ponder two of the most wonderful Grandparents I could have had.
Does a certain smell trigger memories for you? It does me. Original scent Palmolive reminds me of my Grandpa. He used to do the dishes all the time. He was particular about having an empty sink. If someone placed a dirty bowl or glass in the sink, he'd happily wash it. He always kept busy tinkering around in the garage or yard. He liked to keep busy and doing the dishes was one of those things.
Both of my Grandparents have passed on now. My Grandpa died in the spring of 1995, just before my daughter was born. I was hoping that he'd make it until her birth in August. But his heart failed him. He did visit her, in my dreams after she was born, however. I truly believe he was with us for the first few months of her life (or it could have been my crazy hormones getting the best of me). I'm sure he still is "here" I just don't notice as much now.
So now, when I tackle the most dreadful chore, I ponder two of the most wonderful Grandparents I could have had.
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