My treasury league!

My treasury league has featured my work today.
Check the link out!
http://treasuryleague.blogspot.com/2011/01/featured-member-carladyck.html?spref=tw

Favourite Things and Don't forget to Enter to Win!

Check these beautiful finds out and don't forget to enter to win here.

1. A Smart Person by vol25

2. Mad Men Betty Inspired Dress by violavintage

3. Lonely Autumn Necklace by japonicas

4. Leather Moccasins by Grannyvintageshoes

5. Love Sweet Love Burlap Banner by victorianstation

Water

Your Character is Showing

Cheer

Cheer

Favourite Things

1. Two Girls by TheLightFantastic

2. Snow Berries by drblitzen

3. Messenger Bag Distressed by hmmills

4. Love Languages Tote Bag by BucktoothedBunny

5. Keyhole Flat by HydraHeart

6. Vanilla Orchid Shea Butter Soap by sakurabathandbody

7. Womens Hat Autumn Beanie with Flower by JadeExpressions

8. Stylish dress - Itziar 950 by angeliglesias

9. Mustard Mad Men Purse and Pumps Set by jessjamesjake

10. Friends by meandacupofhotchoc

Main Street

Main Street

Front page on Etsy!

Currently on the front page of Etsy - can you spot my work? Thank you to peifferStudios for featuring me. :)

Curated by peifferStudios.

Favourite Things - Write and Rewrite

1. Dry Erase Board Art by blueorder

2. Color Whiteboard Circles by Dezignwithaz

3. Chalkboard Spice Rack by saltcityspice

4. Menu Chalkboard by WallStarGraphics

5. Dry Erase Wall Calendar with Memo by SimpleShapes

Abide

Abide

Beach Day

The sun danced on each surface and shone back on my path.

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Favourite Things

A bit of this. A bit of that. Neat finds on this snowy Friday morning. Check them out.

1. Art Doll Natasha by Harem6

2. Hanging Air Plant Pod (tm) by mudpuppy

3. Chalkboard Tags by TheShabbyChicCottage

4. Bunny Love Ring by creativeaccidents

5. Michelle Handbag by artoncrafts

6. Spring - A Sweet Porcelain Pendant by peifferStudios

7. Vintage 1920's Belber Suitcase by TheFancyLamb

8. Beautiful Butterfly Mixed Media Pendant by MyOliviaJewelry

9. Handmade Earrings for You by TheseShineyTimes

Gear Bags and Big Purses

A heavy gear bag can take its toll. I have shoulder issues and I think it is mostly because of the weight of my camera gear that I lug around rather often. Not willing to lighten this load, I'll turn to the next possible culprit, my purse.

I have big purses. My reason for having big purses is my camera must be able to fit inside whichever one I choose to carry. Have we come back to the gear bag? No. No we haven't.

I used some Christmas money to buy a new purse yesterday. This one is much smaller than previous purses I've owned and there is no possible way it will hold my Canon. My load will be lighter. My shoulders will be happier.

But wait. I'll most certainly want my camera along. I'll just be a second. I need to grab my gear bag...

Flame

The flames dance all around the sun in honour of autumn's arrival.

 

When showing movement, like the illusion of flames dancing in this shot, it is good to have some blur but it is also good to have spots of focus and clarity. Zeroing in on the sweet spot with a loose nod to the rule of thirds, clarity is found in the flower's center. Our eye also moves there initially because of the yellow colour - yellow draws our attention. The movement is all around in the petals' reach up and around.

Choosing the appropriate depth of field by way of aperture and a speed that blurred some movement while still enabling me to hold the camera without camera shake was key to this shot.

Don't be afraid of blur; sometimes it is a photographer's friend.

Reminisce finds her way into another very lovely treasury.

I sure like this treasury put together by Sewingseed. 

It never ceases to amaze me.

I go out with the intention of shooting something in particular and come home with my favourite shot or shots being of something I had no idea I'd shoot. This morning, for example, I went out into the frosty wonderland with visions of hoar frost dancing in my head. I came home, uploaded my pictures to my computer, and this is what I want to post. Go figure.

It Makes Gravel and Grit, the Raw and the Worn Sparkle

It clings to the rough edges sooner than the smooth, adding beauty to the raw and worn.

Hoar Frost

Favourite Things

1. Breathe Recycled Wood Sign by WilliamDohman

2. Camel Brown Modern Tribal Pattern Handbag by Mojospastyle

3. Ruffled Khaki Moss Dress by attiladesign

4. Striped, Smocked, Pleated Black Jet Bag by StarBags

5. Distressed Heart Earrings by stillpointworks

6. Betty Bride Wedding Dress by featherweight

7. Batik Yoga Pants in Blue on Blue by Batikwalla

8. Louise Top by LittleHouses

Can you spot Reminisce?

She was placed in a beautiful treasury curated by FoxInTheBox.  Click and go!

Favourite Things

This morning I was drawn to an industrial feel as I picked some favourites from Etsy.

1. Spanish Jewels by steampunkfunk

2. Guatemala Coffee Sack Pillow by VelvetBean

3. The Diplomat Tote by fluxproductions

4. Rustic Industrial by hwinfield

5. Smoke and Shadows by sparrowsalvage

6. Wall Clock by PaulaArt

Reminisce

Well, thanks to Brynlee, she has a name now.

I Need Help!

I need a title and this one is not coming easy for me. Maybe you have an idea you'd like to share in the comments. If I like it, I might just use it.

Forcing Bulbs

I don't have any tulip bulbs kicking around the house to force into bloom but maybe, just maybe, if I put a tulip photo up, might spring come a little sooner? ;)

Favourite Things

I took a break from my yearly "tackling the mountain of paperwork left for a better day" task to put together a very cute, adorable, makes me want to hold a baby Favourite Things feature. If you need a precious break from whatever you are working on right now, take a moment to click and go. Ahhh...

1. Aviator Bomber Hat by BeautifulPhotoProps

2. Pear Green Soft Soled Walking Shoes by RoseToesShoes

3. Be My Valentine Ruffled Bloomer by BloominBloomers

4. Chunky Monkey Ruffled Bloomer by BloominBloomers

5. Mom and Baby Bunny Rabbit by BirdonWireStudio

6. Bow-Back Booties by mbgdesigns

7. Overall in Burlap-ey Pups by OverallBaby

8. Organic Lime Leaf Baby Boots by joretta

9. Organic Natural Little Bro Onesie by SoRad

Favourite Things

1. Passing Past's Path by pinkcrowstudio

2. Weathered by TheRustyCaboose

3. Giraffe and Elephant Print Set by rachellelevingston

4. Ruffle Dress by ozzana

5. V Neck Short Silk Dress by momosoho

6. Hand Painted Pendant by tuckooandmoocow

7. Rat Rod Cool Ride by Keriansart

8. Ruffles and Ribbons by macklinandme

Each Time I shoot it...

I am amazed at its beauty, size and "other-worldness"...what a beautiful sight to behold.

The Botanist

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Scarlet's Reach

Reaching for love.

When composing a picture, it is good to take into consideration how your background can help tell your story. Bokeh, clouds, or shadows can all add to what the picture is saying...so long as it is not distracting. Keeping your depth of field relatively shallow helps to do this effectively. 

When looking through your lens, see what you see besides your subject. Does it help or hinder? Cut out the distraction or make it less noisy. Change your aperture or lens...or use your two feet to move and include only what you want in the shot.

Play

Play

Favourite Things

1. Winter Wonderland Cupcake Sleeves by paperNplastic

2. Pink Owl Sugar Cookie Bites by Twosoutherngirls

3. Delectable Oreo Valentine Heart Shaped Chocolate Truffles by ToprecaBakery

4. Chocolate Covered Pretzels by BrokenRoadFarm

5. Assorted French Macarons by theMacoronner

6. Edible Butterflies by SugarRobot

Favourite Things and Don't Forget to Enter to Win!

Don't forget to enter to win one of three possible prints on my most recent Give-Away post. Enter here.
Here are my favourite things from the land of Etsy this morning. Check them out!

1. Vintage Moss Olive Green Train Case by GetReadySetGO

2. Love Bob Marley Shoes by MountainGirlClothing

3. Royal Canadian Correspondent Messenger Bag by floorartetc

4. Petite Earthy Green Earrings by ShySiren

Wind's Sigh and Inner Glow

Wind's Sigh

Inner Glow

No Frilly tights or black patent shoes but there is a hat.

Just the other day I was remarking that I was no longer allowed to dress my daughter the way I did a few years ago, maybe more than a few. You know, with the white frilly bum-tights, black patent shoes, girlie dress and maybe even a hat. Well, here she is, eighteen years old, and I dressed her up and even put a hat on her - and she let me take her picture.

Dream

Summer Nights

Yeah, that's right, summer. Remember?

Summer Nights

Retired

Retired

Holding Out

I stood on the middle of the bridge and pointed my lens at the mist coming up through the last patch of open water. It wouldn't be much longer, maybe a day or two more with the cold snap, and the water would give way to winter's cover. It seems to have taken longer this year than previous years though I'm not sure why. It has felt cold enough for solid footing on the river.

Holding Out

Favourite Things

1. Kitchen Closed Due to Illness by pattisprimitives

2. Edith Bunkers All in the Family Cookbook by GramasVintageValues

3. Red Hot Pepper Enamel Pot by sixpencebluemoon

4. Kitchen to the Couch Bowl by jlw2ceramics

5. Tiger in the Kitchen Apron by DianneDesignerAprons

Infinite Connections

Tonight I was at Art Beat Studio's show, Infinite Connections. Beautiful, healing art. Live music. Sketches. Pen and Ink. Watercolours. Acrylics. Sculpture. Mixed Media. Food. You name it, it was likely there. Many patrons, artists and curious walk-ins packed the venue to the rafters.

The artists featured were very talented and actively involved in their own wellness through the arts.

For more information on Art Beat and their Artist in Residence program
click here. If you have a chance to take this show in, I encourage you to do so. It runs until January 29.

Ignite

Ignite

Spring

In the midst of winter's hold, spring can feel so far away, locked behind time itself. But slowly and surely, new life emerges as winter begins to fade. I am left with memories alone as the sun warms my face and flowers start to grow.

Favourite Things...and I'm waiting for warmer weather.

It has been on the chilly side here in my neck of the woods. I am waiting for days I can spend hours at a time outside taking pictures. I suppose I can choose to go outside now and spend that amount of time in the great outdoors but by the end of my shoot, I just might be minus a digit or two.

In the meantime, I will share a few of my favourite things from the land of Etsy. Why don't you stop by these shops and take a look?

1. Vintage Spools photo by mindystrauss

2. Slate Blue Lampwork Glass Beads by susansheehan

3. Custom Pale Aqua Chestnut Branches Dress by liesl

4. Shabby-Chippy 2-tone Blue Porch Chair by kitschnkaboodle

5. Slate Blue Ring Dish by wildcardpottery

6. Modern Leather Cuff by OnceAgainSam

7. Valentines Day Gold Heart Earrings by SigalitAlcalai

8. Shingles by AnikaEaster

9. Rome Italy 1899 Antique Map Necklace by dlkdesigns

Favourite Things

The soft hues grab me every time. I couldn't shut down without sharing a few more favourite things today. Happy viewing to all and to all a good night.

1. For Love by yvetteinuflo

2. Ocean Voyage by PreciousPastimes

3. Felted Slippers by ing00te

4. Tweet Me by Kristybee

Text Message

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No Frills

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World Fashions on Girl Talk with Marlo

This image has been featured on the Women Create page on Girl Talk with Marlo's blog.

World Fashions

You can also find this image here.

Favourite Things

1. Isadora - Feather Headband Fascinator by bethanylorelle

2. New World Posy by OPosies

3. Hitchcock The Birds Custom Color Pillow by regansbrain

4. Vintage Gray Ultrasuede Cabrelli Purse by DeLaBelle

5. Adjustable Ring - The Majestic by Flowerleaf

6. Audrey Hepburn - Ponytail Mixed Media Collage Art Print by VelvetMorning

7. Chic Clutch by OldFactory

8. Black Richly Textured Bowl by Tijaviksna

Waiting for Love

Click and go!

NEW! Favourite Things Feature!

I have come across some interesting things since I have entered the land of Etsy. I thought I would share some of them with you in my new "Favourite Things" feature. Below the collage you'll see credit given for each of the treasures featured. Take a minute and follow the links to their Etsy shops.

1. Tree Slice Cake Stand with Stone Inlay Heart by roxyheartvintage.
2. Love Bug by simplyhue.
3. Today I feel - Wool Bunny Tilly by lorinichols.
4. Personalized Pillow Cover by shannspishak
5. Les Madeleines collection by lechouchou
6. Maori Mini Dress by toolgrrl