Some very cool, colorful beading!
Hi---Wow, we're into the fantastic weather now! It was 69º on my way to the tennis court this morning
and about 85º a bit later in the day. We kinda go from winter to summer without much spring in between.
The azaleas, dogwoods and lots of other flowers are bursting out in color. BEAUTIFUL!
But as you can see, it's not flowers I've working on lately. I had an assignment for the Paralyzed Veterans
of America-----unfortunately I fried my D2X the night before. (More on that later---once I know the
real cost.......a depressing thought....especially since they aren't worth what they used to be. That's
the bummer with technology----you just can't keep up.) On to more pleasant thoughts....
The Vet & his family were extremely nice. He's amazing because he still goes hunting. He uses
a mouthpiece to navigate his all terrain wheelchair as well as fire his rifle. Would like to show a pic,
but they are now owned by PVA. Hope to see them in print. They shot a video at the same time.
I learned a lot and am glad to know about some of the benefits there for those who gave so much
for our freedom.
My next project was taking pictures for Nana's Cabana Creations. A friend has a vacation home
in paradise and enjoys beading while there. She's started making these gorgeous beaded
serving pieces for celebrating everything from weddings to breast cancer survivors. They are
in a local store and will soon be available to order on line. Nana wanted images of the whole
piece as well as some details using different backgrounds.
The challenge: #1 reflective metal objects, #2 detail, #3 colored fabrics. I shot with several fabrics
but I felt black made the best contrast for the bright colors. Then the detail...it's hard because
when you use a lot of flash to get a small aperture you get a lot of reflection. So the highlights are
blown out. I added flash to open shade. In the end, I will have to admit I employed the help of my
recently acquired Topaz Bundle software to add and bring out details in some of the smaller pieces.
PHOTIP: Shoot in your studio where you can control the light more completely. Get a little
help from software to sharpen as needed. Just don't overdo it and make it look crunchy.
Blessings!
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Posted by Pamela at 4/5/2010 2:21 PM 
Categories: Personal
Tags: breast cancer paralyzed vet Nikon D2X Topaz Bundle beading celebrate wedding
Categories: Personal
Tags: breast cancer paralyzed vet Nikon D2X Topaz Bundle beading celebrate wedding
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