Guess who is playing in the sun and the shade? ME and the kids! I'm also playing around with the processing. I'm having fun.
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| The first two were taken in the backyard during golden hour. My son's photo was in the shade in the front of the house earlier in the day. |
I am thrilled that the hot weather is back and so is my camera! Now if only I could tell which one of my screens is giving me the accurate color!
This is from a plant in my front yard that is sprouting new buds. I'm looking forward to its return. This is not as sharp as I would've wanted it--oh well!
Wish this were out in some nice field but it's just a bush on the other side of my backyard fence.
When I took on this 365 project, I knew I had to include the dreaded self-portraits. It's so much easier to stay behind the camera. Getting in front of it, composing a portrait and editing yourself is just not as much fun as doing the same for others. But alas, it's part of this process. So here's me, again.
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| (PSE edit with a Pioneer Woman action. Taken with the Rebel XT and the 50mm.) |
My old Rebel and I have been getting re-acquainted. Since this now six-year-old camera does not have high ISO capabilities, I tested it with the Speedlite so I can use it indoors. These "models", otherwise known as my kids' toys, were already sitting in waiting, and I did not have to pose them. They're such happy models!
Hubby was off work today so we both attended a special assembly at my daughter's school. Her preschool class "led" the assembly today. Afterward, with son at daycare, we had a rare opportunity to go eat sans kids. So we hit up Cora's, a breakfast/lunch place that specializes in ornate breakfast platters with lots of fruit. They make several different types of Eggs Benedict--one of our favorite breakfast splurges. Today, I had the asparagus and swiss cheese Eggs Benedict. Yum! Right after brunch, we took my camera to the local Canon repair center expecting to have a quick fix to a cosmetic problem with my 7D. Alas, I had to leave it! So, until it's back in my hands, I'll be using my old Rebel XT.
Went walking around the neighborhood for a family stroll again. So glad to be able to enjoy the warm weather and all the lovely blooms of this time of the year. I lived in South Florida for so many years (with practically one season year-round) that I think I have a new appreciation for all the seasons!
Tulips are everywhere--in every color--they are a favorite here!
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| I must have walked by this plant once a week for the last month and never noticed it was the "bleeding heart"! Their blooms are small so they are easy to miss if you're not paying attention. To me they look like jewelry! |
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I have no idea what kind of plant this is but it seems to have a colored bloom that wraps itself at the base. Any ideas? |
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This white flower is the trillium -- the official flower of Ontario. We came upon them in a wooded trail near our house, and to our surprise we found lots of them! They take on a pinkish hue once the bloom is older. |
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| Finally captured this bird--the American robin. We get a lot of these hanging around the neighborhood. |
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| I could not leave these two out! These Canadian geese are practically residents of the neighborhood. This one is clearly feasting among the weeds. |
Finally, a hot day here! So we spent some time in the backyard and these were my favorite captures. In the middle one, my daughter extended her hand to her brother!
It was a lovely afternoon complete with some much needed sun and warmth! I was actually aiming to capture some birds on my neighbor's roof when this little one decided to stop at our house.
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| Any guesses to what type of bird it is? Shot with my EF 70-300mm SS 1/200 f/5.6 ISO 320 |
Isn't variety the spice of life?! I'm mixing it up here and having some fun in the process. This is what happens when rainy days linger on for what seems like a full week! I am so ready for some sunshine and outdoor fun again!
I have a serious case of mommy goggles with my son today. He is my reserved one and doesn't offer up a smile easily. So when he hams it up for me--swoon! By the way, these are pretty much straight out of the camera--so those are the color of his lips (I did not dial up the color!).
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| On a separate note: my computer monitor is now calibrated. Alas, I still think my eyes are playing tricks on me! |
Just another busy day full of shopping and running errands. The big camera stayed home so I'm posting my first iPhone photo. The horned melons caught my eye.
We've never said that phrase to her. Yet lately, she's been sassing us with "no stickers and tattoos for you" whenever she doesn't get her way. She wasn't actually saying that to me when I took this picture but she was a reluctant participant--and it shows!
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When the forecast calls for five days of rain, I think only the folks in Texas might look forward to the days ahead! We stayed in and looked forward to a movie. Doggies cuddling on laps--that's a bonus!
I had a great time photographing my friend Karen today. She was very patient! This is her sneak peek as I have a lot more to edit!
I have wanted to try capturing a silhouette for a while but had not felt like I had the opportunity. But thanks to my fellow 365 blogger, Karen, and her post here, I was inspired to give it a try. I like the result!
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