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11.15.2011

Texture Tuesday the Phoebe eDition


Things are definitely looking grey (and a little bit white) around here. I can't help but reflect on this past year of blogging. I started on December 9, 2010. Everything was new. I was just learning how to use my DSLR, and everything I saw was an exciting opportunity for a unique new photo. Now that a winter, spring, summer and autumn have passed and I'm staring down another winter I'm wondering how I'm going to find new inspiration. I have to believe I will even if it means buying that bouquet of flowers rather than searching around my yard on a fresh, warm morning that seems so full of possibilities. I know that new adventures and photo opportunities are waiting, I just have to stay aware of the beauty around me no matter where I am or what the time of year.


I used three layers of 'Phoebe' by Kim Klassen (love this one!) Thanks, Kim!

Multiply (desaturated)
Luminosity
Hue
and a vignette



kimklassencafe

31 comments:

  1. Ashley SiskNovember 15, 2011 at 7:18 AM

    Love the processing - looks like a vintage postcard.

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  2. Linda TrineNovember 15, 2011 at 7:23 AM

    I love your image....you've managed to find so much beauty in a flower from last summer. Love the texture application and hint of yellow in the petals.

    I know what you mean about that first year, how everything is exciting and new. After 3 years exploring the world of photography, I've wondered the same thing...but so far I've managed to keep it going...trying to look at things in new ways.

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  3. KmcblackburnNovember 15, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    Love those dried and whithered leaves, seems strange to say they are "beautiful"...but they ARE! Beauty is everywhere (I've learned that from my camera!).

    Kathy

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  4. TriciaNovember 15, 2011 at 8:02 AM

    Even a faded flower is beautiful, isn't it? I know what you mean about winter coming, I already feel like it's been hard for me to adjust my photography, from the things I photograph to how different the light is.

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  5. TexWisGirlNovember 15, 2011 at 8:22 AM

    i don't doubt you will continue to find beauty to share with us. :)

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  6. DeannaNovember 15, 2011 at 8:43 AM

    Oh I am sure you will find beauty like your beautiful flower that has passed it's prime but still beautiful. You have that "eye" for capturing the beauty around you.

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  7. EMilyNovember 15, 2011 at 8:50 AM

    Wow..great shot! I'm sure you will find new inspiration this winter!

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  8. Seraphinas PhantasieNovember 15, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    Wonderful texture work and congratulations for one year of blogging.

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  9. CATHYNovember 15, 2011 at 9:22 AM

    This is so beautiful - I love how you pulled just a little color into it. great processing!

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  10. GillianNovember 15, 2011 at 9:59 AM

    Such a beautiful picture! I think the hardest part about winter (in Canada anyways) is how few hours of daylight there are in a day.... it's tough to photograph anything in the dark : )

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  11. jooNovember 15, 2011 at 9:59 AM

    I'm sure you'll find inspiration, Barb! Who, if not you:)
    Wonderful picture, by the way.

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  12. AngieNovember 15, 2011 at 10:27 AM

    Oh, I love this image. It is so perfect for late autumn-it really tells the story of where we're at in time-headed for winter that is. This is super lovely.

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  13. UnknownNovember 15, 2011 at 11:08 AM

    So beautiful! I love the quote and the texture application.

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  14. AnonymousNovember 15, 2011 at 11:42 AM

    Ohhh very nice! =)

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  15. Rosie GreyNovember 15, 2011 at 12:57 PM

    What a great processing! I'm sure there will be many photo opportunities around for you! :-)

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  16. Ms. BeckyNovember 15, 2011 at 2:00 PM

    you've elevated a dried, spent flower to something extraordinarily beautiful. it's very romantic. and I have no doubt that where there is beauty you will see it. every single day. congrats on one year of blogging! happy day to you Barb.

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  17. EarlKNovember 15, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    Absolutely beautiful!

    Earl

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  18. kareninkenaiNovember 15, 2011 at 3:04 PM

    This image is exceptional and especially paired with the text. Very lovely. Thank you, kareninkenai

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  19. chasityNovember 15, 2011 at 3:35 PM

    wow... great job with this!
    love everything about it~

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  20. GigaNovember 15, 2011 at 4:05 PM

    To zdjęcie, to jak obraz :-). Pomysły z pewnością znajdziesz . Pozdrawiam

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  21. nancyjeanNovember 15, 2011 at 4:30 PM

    so pretty...i just love the small hint of yellow. very beautiful processing!

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  22. Nadege,November 15, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    A beautiful quote to go with this somewhat sad image.

    Love the process you have used on the texture. Never thought about desaturating the layer, I'll have to try it.

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  23. UnknownNovember 15, 2011 at 6:58 PM

    There is just something about shells of flowers that I love. I don't find it sad...I find them hauntingly beautiful. I love shooting the remains of flowers...wierd I know...but this drew me in right away.

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  24. LindaNovember 15, 2011 at 7:41 PM

    really beautiful texture work here!!

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  25. AnonymousNovember 15, 2011 at 10:13 PM

    Your texture work brings out the beauty in this faded flower!

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  26. AnonymousNovember 15, 2011 at 10:57 PM

    Gorgeous processing! And I like what you have to say about being aware of the beauty of your surroundings throughout the year.

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  27. hannahNovember 16, 2011 at 3:02 AM

    That's where textures come to the rescue: they give many old photos a new lease of life, to keep you amused over the lean months.
    And, as you showed here today, they associate so well with tired flowers that are over.

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  28. Kerri FarleyNovember 16, 2011 at 6:52 AM

    This is really Awesome!
    and you used one of my FAVE quotes!
    Excellent job!

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  29. Kerri FarleyNovember 16, 2011 at 6:52 AM

    This is really Awesome!
    and you used one of my FAVE quotes!
    Excellent job!

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  30. Karen @ Pieces of ContentmentNovember 16, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    The flower petals remind me a=of a skirt blown around your legs in the wind. Quite pretty.
    It will be interesting as you move through your second year of recording what you find and how differently you may look at things.

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  31. RietNovember 18, 2011 at 6:20 AM

    Again a wonderful photo!

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