I decided to use Dr. Seuss’, Yertle the Turtle, picture book cover as my influence for this week’s project. It was a tough challenge, but wonderfully fun as well. George decided to remain in his shell the day I took the photos, but he did enjoy the treats afterwards. LOL. Next up, visit Shelley Castle Photography in Washington, DC and check out her favourite book […]
I’d like to thank Deana Hurt of StinkDog Photos in Denver, Colorado for choosing this week’s Beautiful Beasties 52 project theme – recreate or imitate a piece of art. The assignment TOTALLY pushed me to learn new post-production techniques. Fun, fun, fun! In my most recent visits to the flea market, I’ve noticed a few vendors selling animal […]
The theme for the 52 international photography project this week is Word. I’ve collected a number of literary and fun quotes about pets over the years and jumped for joy at the opportunity of using one with this week’s assignment. Note: Immediately after posing for the photo, Xavi and Meekah darted off for a splash in the water fountain. […]
This week’s Beautiful Beasties 52 Project theme is Nighttime. I opted for a photo of Xavi in the backyard illuminated by three light sources – the lamps that face the side back corner of the house and his NiteIze collar. This was a great assignment because I don’t often take nighttime photos – really enjoyed the challenge. Next up on the […]
The “Rule of Thirds” is taught to all photographers in their beginning composition classes. In its simplicity, imagine dividing a photograph into 9 equal parts – three rows of three equal columns – think, tic tac toe grid. Align your subject along any one of the points where the lines intersect. The subject is now positioned 1/3rd of the way […]
