Spring, Renewal, Changes

Something exciting has been happening around here lately...new growth and warmer weather!  I could not be more excited that the majority of the winter is behind us, and now we look forward to more sunlight, warm nights, flowers - flowers - and more flowers!  We planted so many beautiful flowering plants last fall and my daughter and I cannot wait to see them bloom between this spring and summer (and I to capture some great shots). 

Like spring, I have been busy with new things...new flower photographs, sampling new textures (which has been FUN) and some new Florabella Luxe II actions (LOVE THEM!).  I've migrated to mainly utilizing PSE9, which is growing on me day after day.  There's been some new accessories (filters, hoods, etc) added to the equipment inventory... and a few more (lenses and battery grip) in the works for the future.  I'm challenging myself each week at least once - with both new ideas, composition, lighting, subjects and my 52 Photo Project.   Below is one of my favorite shots from this weekend.  You can see them all on my Facebook page, in the Coming Soon album.




"Outward Shine" Photographed 2.19.11


















Shop Announcements:
*Newly added:  On Sale Now section, including 30+ photographs currently 50% off!
*Also added Add-On matting for 5x7 prints!
*Lots of new prints have been added in 2011 - check the shop to see what's currently available!

So very thankful for these wonderful Treasury Curators who included my photographs:
2/6 - "Stretch" was included in Purple Spring Garden, curated by ColorfulPixelsByLife
2/7 - "Blue Ice" was included in Shine On Me, curated by TheRubyNeedle
2/6 - "Birds of Southport" was included in Pics of/from a ferry, curated by StevesPhoto
2/6 - "Daisy In Pink" was included in Spring Fever, curated by greygirldesigns
2/9 - "Arch n.4" was included in Silence and Movement, curated by ArtByAmarose
2/8 - "Blue Ice" was included in icicle creek, curated by SugarRococo
2/12 - "Perfectly Paired" was included in I Like Purple, curated by cowboygoods
2/12 - "Stretch" was included in Pink Lavendar Dreams, curated by widgetsandwhatsus
2/15 - "Stretch" was included in Lavender Wonderland, curated by Calibead
2/16 - "Fall Mum" was included in Two Sisters and Their Pet Cheetah, curated by lunalove
2/17 - "Bee Simple" was included in Feel It Coming ???, curated by rafya
2/17 - "Sunset From The Pier" was included in I'm singing in the RAIN, I'm singing in the RAIN..... WATER AND CLOUDS, curated by trinitydj
2/17 - "Daisy Explosion" was included in Spring a licious, curated by dditta
2/19 - "Daisy Explosion" was included in SERENITY, curated by YESTERDAYONCEAGAIN


Hope everyone has a wonderful week - remember it's the small things that make memories forever!
-Jennifer

Monday's winter weather, matting & more...

It's been a bit - so much has been going on in the past week.

First:  The 8x10 matting option has been added into the shop!  YAY!  I love the way it looks, and tested it on 2 different listings to provide examples.  The option can be added on with any 8x10 print purchase!  Click here to see a close up picture of the white double matting.

Second:  I've been featured in some wonderful treasury listings since my last post.  Here are some:
*My "Sunbathing Smart Weed" photograph was featured in "Blushing Tinsel Under $50 Gift Guide" curated by Venbead!  Check out her shop - it's divine!  My favorite is the "Put The Lime In The Coconut" necklace - amazing!

*My "Whispers In Pink" photograph was featured in "Dreaming of a Romantic Christmas" curated by petitehermine!  She has a wonderful shop full of beautifully crafted bracelets, necklaces and some adorable items for your home!  I'm loving the "Moody Clouds Coasters - 4pcs"!

*My "Blue Bouquet" photograph was featured in "Nantucket Style" curated by sstormster!  This treasury reminded me of summer...I so miss the warm weather!  She has amazing Fine Art Photography available - I'm in love with her photograph "Sunburst" - I adore bright & vibrant colors - this photograph has both!

Third:  I've been super busy finishing LOTS of prints.  Yesterday I was able to add 16 more original prints to the shop.  Truth is, I'm trying to get caught up so that I'm not too behind after the holdiays! 

Some of my favorites added yesterday:



"Sunflower Trio"

 

"Suspended n.2"



"Technicolor Mushroom"





I adore each one for different reasons - the Sunflowers for their vibrant yellows and similar qualities, the grapes for their lack of foliage and fall like colors and the mushroom because I lean towards bright, bold color palettes!  There are many more that can be viewed on Facebook or in my shop.

We are super busy preparing for the fast approaching holidays around here...and of course our long overdue trip back home to St. Louis!  There's nothing quite like being surrounded by family and friends during the holidays - plus I've heard they already have snow - would love to photograph some of the famous St. Louis scenery...with snow :)

Hope everyone has a wonderful week!

-Jennifer