Day 735 - The Perfect Pair

Day 734 - Midnight Snack

It's late, and I am hungry.

Thoughts go to PBJ and chocolate milk.

Somethings never change.

 

Day 733 - Cold Rowers?

It was cold running around Town Lake this morning, can't believe those out there rowing could be warm!

Day 732 - Old Hollywood Lighting

Spent the day at a class working with Speedlights.  Well worth it.

Can't wait to try some of the off-camera techniques I learned.

Here is a link to a web album of some pictures from today.

Day 731 - It is an IZZY Day

A swimmer on our team has expressive eyes.

It is her day today.

Day 730 - Two Year Anniversary

Two years ago, I thought I would attempt to do a "365 Blog" with the rule I set for myself is that I shot a picture everyday.  The blog has been a personal diary more than fantastic photos, but when I reviewed tonight the past two years of photos, I am so happy I did it.  I have joined some photography groups, taken some classes, joined "Project 52" this year, and follow others blogs that I find interesting.  I have a handful of photos on this blog I would print and frame, but mostly it reflects a moment in my life.  Again, this blog has always been personal, and if I decide tomorrow to start "365 x 3" it will continue to be that way.

As I continue to shoot, nothing beats following the photography of my friends.  In the past two years, their passion for photography has been an inspiration.  Everyone of them has had an influence on me.  Each has graciously sent me a photo to share today.

Michelle - I met Michelle through work, and she is most likely the reason I shoot with a Nikon today (as well as giving great advice to my husband on that 70-200 lens a few years ago!).  Michelle loves to travel and has done so extensively.  Her landscape and food pictures from Italy are amazing.  Michelle loves animals.  She donates her talents locally in photographing homeless pets to help find them home. Her photograph she gave me is one she took in Africa of children who had so little but expressed such enthusiasm for life. She captured the moment. She is simply awesome. 

Jenny - I know Jenny from the sushi bar we frequent on Friday evenings.  Jenny orginally shot with Nikon, but has switched to Canon.  Her love of photography is so evident.  She has recently made the jump to making this her full-time job.  A great leap. I just know if anyone can be successful, she will be. She shoots weddings, seniors, and other portraits, but she is amazing at "fashion" shots.  I miss her at the sushi bar, but wish her great luck and success, and I will follow those photos all the way.

Selin - Selin is in high school.  I met her through the high school swim team that she was on with my kids.  When she went to Turkey for a year with her family, I was amazed with the composition and thoughtfulness of her photographs.   Selin has only one lens, a 50 mm fixed lens.  So for all of us out there thinking more equipment will make us better, I think we should take a lesson from Selin.   Love this girl's passion!

Enjoy that time behind your camera or just enjoy the efforts of someone who does.

To my camera and friends, thanks for making my world better each day.

Keep shooting!

Day 729 - Third times a Charm?

I am going to run out of time before I am happy with this "still life". 

Day 728 - Second Try

Different background and book...still working it.  Not loving "Still Life", but it is a good exercise.  Think I will try with changing the light, using a smooth glass, and getting that nasty glare off the glasses next try.  I like the leather background.

Day 727 - Quiet Thoughts

The assignment for the Project 52 Challenge will be a still life.  I don't typically do any still life, so thought I would "practice" tonight with a favorite book that holds great memories.

Lighting is not there, but have some ideas.  The challenge is to capture "relax and calm".  This is not the picture, but will keep thinking!

Day 726 - Nikon "I WANT" Lens Devil

Please just go away, I have not the time or the money for you right now!

Day 725 - Max

Went to the Farmer's Market this morning to work on the second assignment for Project 52, Portrait of a Stranger.  I actually approached five people and four actually were happy to have me take their picture.  I have some work on the photos to do to decide which one I will use, but did enjoy meeting Max who has a farm in town.  He was selling garlic (which I purchased) and some tomatoes.   Max enjoyed telling me about his great film camera he has and how he enjoyed taking pictures "back in the day". 

He was certainly a good sport to let me shoot some shots of him as he sat on the back of his truck.  Nice to meet you Max!  Strangers no more!  I will be posting some of the other pictures from this assignment on my Project 52 blog later.

Day 724 - ...and the sun sets on another work week...

Enjoy your Friday Evening!  Glad to be out of the office.
Looking forward to working on "Project 52" Assignment this weekend,
"Portrait of a Stranger"

Day 723 - Fearless

Shooting at my son's swim meet tonight.  During a break I noticed some girls on the high dive.

Love the body language of both the girls.  I like the negative space in this photo.

Day 722 - Thanks, Dad

Nothing beats hard work.

Thank you for that!

Day 721 - Living Large from my Kitchen

In response for challenge "Town/Illusion"

Day 720 - Out of the Corner of My Eye

In response to Macro Monday Challenge
"Negative Space"

Day 719 - Skater & Biker Boys

Playing with a trial version of Capture NX 2 on a recommendation of a friend for post editing.  LIke it so far! 

Headed back to the Skateboard park tonight for a few shots since my house is now so quiet with my college kids back at school.  Love that place.  Lots of energy and great opportunity to practice "action" shots!

Day 718 - I come from the water..

Day 717 - Beauty is in the Eye of the Beholder

Day 716 - All Quiet on the Nikon Front

Busy, but wonderful life won out over photography today.
Love you Kim, Stefanie, Michael, Chris, Patrick, Ryan, and Lauren.
Thanks for a great evening!

Day 715 - Slow Double Step

Day 714 - Can't Rewind a Moment in Time...

I love my Grandmother's Clock

Day 713 - Lunch Tunes

Taken with iPhone

Day 712 - Lost Resolutions, Already?

Damn..just get out there!

Day 711 - Lunar Halo

I wasn't prepared due to watching a basketball game, but my son brought it to my attention.  Used my 18-105 on this one with a tripod.  Lunar Halo very nice.

Day 710 - It's Friday...

and Happy 21st Birthday to my son tonight.
Order a cold one and stay safe!

Day 709 - Leaving the Office

and at least it is not dark and there is a beautiful sunset.
A good Thursday for sure!  Heading home to cook dinner with my "almost" 21-year old

Day 708 - Got it...now...

Hitting this hill running this morning..breathing hard...I realized the issue,
I was not on a bike.  However, thank you City of Austin, for the big arrow to guide me.

Day 707 - Punk Cat

Yeah...right.  Thanks for the suggestion....

Day 706 - Days Gone By

In response to Two Things Photo Challenge
Forsaken/Empty

Day 705 - Lobster