Saturday, April 17, 2010

#4 and happy saturday





















































































assignment #4~ fin.

i had such a wonderful time in this photography class. and i "met" some of the most lovely and talented people. thank you, C&C, from the bottom of my heart, for having me.

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1. i have learned that trying something different in life, can open doors to the some of the sweetest roads.

2. i am a complete lunatic when it comes to photography. lol i am way too compulsive over this art! and i love that!! lol

3. i should have numbered my photos. sorry : )

#4. it is so beautiful to stumble upon what others are seeing in life.

happy Saturday!

51 ladlefuls of love:

Clare B said...

I love the water drop on the stem of the flower - just amazing detail. Really great photos of the Lily. I also like you first landscape with the road bending in the distance to, who knows where.

Christina said...

Hi Clare* isn't that droplet something? I asked the people at the gardens about that, and they said it's something the flower releases, almost like a honey or nectar. i never knew that. : ) x

Gigi said...

I am so with you on #4 (actually, #1 and # 2, too), which is why I love coming over here to see what you're seeing, what you're finding beautiful and inspiring. I leave with a whole new perspective every time. What a gift that is, indeed. xo g

Michelle said...

Beautiful...the photos and YOU! I cna't believe that droplet is nectar...how amazing is that? Nature never ceases to amaze me...

xoxoxo

Puna said...

Everyone is having such a good time in this class...I feel left out of the party! Next time!

Kim A. said...

I needed the simplicity and joy that your photos brought to me today. To be able to be in the moment...ahhhh You keep obsessing with that camera, girl...it is your gift!

♥namaste♥

Jane said...

Lovely photos the flower is just beautiful with the waterdrop. Thank you for sharing your photos. The workshop has been an adventure. Have a lovely weekend.

Marisa @ Getting Back To Basics said...

Taking pictures it addictive. Some day soon, I would like to take some photography classes.

Erin Wallace said...

Beautiful photos! I know I'm being redundant, but that water droplet is amazing. So nice to get to know you, have a great weekend!

Annette said...

Gosh Christina, these are so Georgia O'Keefe. Beautiful! I know how you are with that camera and pls don't stop. These are so lovely. I need to take a class.

ELK said...

as always the photos breath your artistry ...happy saturday indeed

Connie said...

Absolutely gorgeous!

Birdie said...

fantastic!! fantastic!! :-)

gonzomama said...

so lovely. i like the softness of your close up and your use of texture in the last shot.

Susan {Florali} said...

In the first photo, it's great the way the cloud echos the shape of the road. Nice reflection shot.

Once Upon A Parent said...

I adore your photos. Your lilly shots are wonderful. I agree that it is great to try different things. I now see taking pictures in a whole new light.

Annie

Anali said...

Your photos continue to inspire Christina! Love the reflecting trees in the water.

mansuetude said...

The first three juxtaposed really made a fascinating reality in my mind. Love the order of them

Neuroknitter said...

What a wonderful series! I really like the droplet captures! Well done!

S. Etole said...

you are doing some beautiful things ...

Kim Klassen said...

hi christina,
hasn't this journey been fabulous?

wow your images are soooo GOOD!!
the first open road scene... wow, the macros... hokey smokes... FAB:)

it's sooo exciting to see so many fabulous women evolving, growing... exploring....

i'm with you on the photography obsession... i'm verging on psychotic over it....and i like it too!! lol

love to you!♥ kim

Cora said...

You are doing a beautiful job...but of course you already were!!

Cathi said...

Your photos are so gorgeous, Christina....

I'd like my daughter (that has a new camera obsession)to take that course too - it looks like so much fun!

Happy weekend, Christina! xxoo :)

Queen of loserville said...

I've been a silent reader of your blog for quite sometime now :)

You are hope, i must say and you're pictures are very soothing! Love you for all the positive energy that you bestow us with :)

Take care

Linda said...

They are all inspiring photos, beautiful.

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Yvonne said...

Love the gloomy quality in the first photo, and the flower is gorgeous from every angle - the water drop is inspiration! And what you said, #4 - very, very well put! You have a beautiful blog! I'll be back!

Cinner said...

Absolutely beautiful, have a great rest of the weekend.

Marion Williams-Bennett said...

The first rule is just my favorite, and the one I keep forgetting. Thanks for the reminder and for sharing what you have learned!

Lori said...

I love that your photography is compulsive for you and you love that. I love how you take chances and it opens doors for you. Love your photography and beautiful words.

Earth Mama said...

Those close ups of the flowers are great. And I love how you captured the reflections of the trees in the pond. Great work!

:)Lisa

Camilla~ Bloom said...

God Morning Christina,
-another beautiful assignment from you.
Loving #3 the light and bokeh is so beautiful. Your flowers are just so gorgeous, so much deatail. Crisp and clean.
Thank you so much for joing the workshop it has been delighful to see your beautiful and uplifting work.
Gorgeous work!

Nancy said...

Your landscapes are so pure and beautiful - I love them. It's been great to discover your blog and your photos. I'll keep on enjoying them even now that the class is over. Thanks for them.

Tabitha And Family said...

You are such a talented photographer! I'm happy I stopped by today.

Char said...

a beautiful sunday!

Kim Living Life said...

i know how exted you are girl, i was the samein January when i did my summer school course you will love it and i cannot wait to see the results. the nectar droplet oh how sweet is that!!!!!!!

Meredith said...

Christina, it is so wonderful to hear of you stretching yourself and having fun learning about your passion. You are a talented and skilled photographer, and I personally am glad you're a bit obsessed about this art form -- since I get to enjoy the results. :D

maccandace said...

I love the composition of your reflection photo with the crossed walkway in the foreground. Your closeuos are amazing, as always, so delicate. It's a joy to see your work, I'll be back.

Carolyn Parker said...

Lovely Christina-- your lily shots are beautiful. So nice to be a photo loonie isn't it?

Angie Muresan said...

They are all gorgeous, but number 4 is my favorite.

erin said...

just beautiful ... they say what we create / photograph is a reflection of who we are or how we are feeling. i think these are a perfect reflection of you :) ♡

Tracy said...

So much loveliness...*swoon* :o) ((HUGS))

Jeanne said...

So beautiful and lovely is all that you share
Love Jeanne

Jessie said...

they were all beautiful. thank you for sharing.

Marilyn said...

So lovely. I hope I can take this class the next time it is offered.

Jocy said...

Lovely photos.

Tina said...

I just love your photos. I like how you see things. Number 4 is my favourite of yours...I love that photo.
Tina

simplyussix said...

I love that last shot, textured, right? Thank you for sharing your blog and photos with me. It was lovely to meet you.

Christina said...

simplysussix* yes, textured! i used the kim klassen, texture set.
thank you sweetie, lovely to meet you, as well.
xo

lucy said...

love that textured version of the lily -- so delicious with its vintage tones. thanks so much for sharing your work with us!

life in yonder said...

I too love the water drop on the stem of the flower. beautiful detail. love the soft light in your photos!

Lori said...

Breath takingly gorgeous!