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Monday, May 26, 2014

begin with an egg...


Two challenges.
Two versions.


Challenge #1
Set up a shot that includes eggs in the scene.

Challenge #2
Find a simple subject and give it room to breathe;
apply the Rule of Thirds
and use that negative space.

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Version A



Notes:
Seemingly endless play
in Lightroom,
experimenting with multiple
presets and adjustments.
As for the
Rule of Thirds...
well, some 'rules'
make better guidelines.
Edges and Balance
won out here.
Then into Photoshop
to remove some of the
more distracting scratches
with the
Spot Healing Brush
and
to add a bit of texture.
(kk_rainyday Overlay20% opacity)

original shot SOOC



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Version B



Notes:
In Lightroom
I played with multiple
presets, adjustments,
and some major cropping.
Same issues as before
with Rule of Thirds.
I continue to trust
my own intuition.
Then into Photoshop
for some texture:
kk_dollard_softandgentle
(Soft Light 63%)

original shot SOOC


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Here's my setup:


Lillian was 'helping' as usual.

mouseover
to see
Lillian's
photobomb


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The goal of solitude
is not simply
to be alone,
but to be present
and receptive.
~
David duChemin



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11 comments:

  1. Love the overhead of Lillian - too cute.

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  2. Wow, this is wonderful. Great arial.

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  3. Loved the setup and process. Thanks!

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  4. Too funny is your cat and clever of you to sneak her in. I totally love this. and the color of your floor tile.

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  5. That negative space shot is too die for. Lillian and my Scout must have the same helpful gene in them. Even if Scout is a dog and Lillian is a cat. I love your behind the scenes set-up shots.

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  6. Brilliant I loved seeing your setup and space is always good. What a great idea to use a floor tile sometimes I use scrapbook paper...

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  7. Yes, the set up is brilliant!!! Floor tile to the rescue! I love Lillian checking out the eggs. Thanks for sharing this Cindy!

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  8. Looks like the same set up I had with flowers this afternoon. I have the exact same screen door, wood floor, cream carpet to the side, and same brown front door.

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  9. I am happy to be here via BeStill 52...This is such an incredibly gorgeous and inspiring and motivating post Cindy! I love every shot, love that cat, love seeing your set up, love the quotes....what's not to love?! Will have to find that book for more inspiration.

    Thanks!

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  10. i could not possibly love this more!! seriously... oh my...... such beauty....and brilliant set up dear friend.... xo

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  11. I really love the photo showing your set-up and your helper! I am having a hard time "finding the light" in my house, so seeing this has helped me think outside the box.

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