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August 20, 2013

Lights and Shadows...

I have been experimenting with lights and shadows - camera set on Manual Mode.  It's addictive!

The hardest part of setting up the photo shoot was getting the ring to stand on end.  I finally resorted to using a tiny bit of double stick tape to hold it in place.


"Isobel" texture courtesy of Kim Klassen.


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30 comments:

  1. UnknownAugust 20, 2013 at 3:43 AM

    Thanks for sharing.
    The shadow of ring is so Romantic!!!

    Herbal

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  2. LuiAugust 20, 2013 at 4:57 AM

    Awww, I miss my camera! I love that shot. I am making do with my phone cam and its quite frustrating. . .

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  3. KiaAugust 20, 2013 at 6:39 AM

    This is gorgeous, Pat! Great focus and love the tones! :)

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  4. BeverlyAugust 20, 2013 at 6:58 AM

    So romantic, and very creative! LOVE it!

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  5. LynnAugust 20, 2013 at 7:33 AM

    This is lovely and thanks for sharing your steps, I am always surprized at what textures can to...

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  6. Optimistic ExistentialistAugust 20, 2013 at 7:34 AM

    A heart shadow...I love it :)

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  7. 4 Lettre WordsAugust 20, 2013 at 7:37 AM

    Still haven't tried that with the ring...and I still love it!

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  8. Kerri FarleyAugust 20, 2013 at 7:43 AM

    Wonderful shot!

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  9. CarmelAugust 20, 2013 at 8:08 AM

    Lovely image...looks like a heart in the shadow of the ring. Beautiful.

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  10. NancyAugust 20, 2013 at 8:30 AM

    Your efforts certainly paid off as this is an awesome shot...I love the heart shadow; so romantic and sweet...

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  11. NancyAugust 20, 2013 at 8:31 AM

    Your efforts certainly paid off as this is an awesome shot...I love the heart shadow; so romantic and sweet...

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  12. SofiaAugust 20, 2013 at 8:39 AM

    Fabulous composition.
    that shadow shape of the ring really amazes me!

    greeting.

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  13. Viv@Thoughts from the DesktopAugust 20, 2013 at 9:03 AM

    Glorious simple and so meaningful...

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  14. JanineAugust 20, 2013 at 9:46 AM

    You are so creative! I may have to try this. Just beautiful.

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  15. DeannaAugust 20, 2013 at 9:56 AM

    Oh how nice that the ring reflected the heart shadow...very clever and lovely photo!!

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  16. Linda KittmerAugust 20, 2013 at 10:33 AM

    Such a lovely shot! The two sided tape is a good tip to remember! Thanks Pat.

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  17. AnonymousAugust 20, 2013 at 12:35 PM

    So clever and so fun. :)

    Peabea
    Visiting from Tuesday Muse

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  18. JeanieAugust 20, 2013 at 1:17 PM

    That's gorgeous! I love hearts (even when they are "set-up" hearts! This is a stunner. And the tape is a terrific tip.

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  19. IdaAugust 20, 2013 at 3:24 PM

    What a clever idea. I love the heart shadow you created. Great idea to use the tape.

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  20. AnonymousAugust 20, 2013 at 3:41 PM

    Lovely image.

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  21. UnknownAugust 20, 2013 at 6:46 PM

    I always love these shots. You've done a good job hiding the tape!

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  22. AnonymousAugust 20, 2013 at 8:56 PM

    So Cool!

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  23. NancyAugust 20, 2013 at 9:04 PM

    Now I know the secret! :)

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  24. Susie ClevengerAugust 21, 2013 at 1:41 AM

    Great shot!!

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  25. UnknownAugust 21, 2013 at 7:40 AM

    Nice idea, lovely clear shot.

    Paul.

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  26. jviola79August 21, 2013 at 9:09 AM

    Beautiful shot with the ring! Love it! Visiting from Tales of a Pee Dee Mama.
    Have a great Wed.!
    Joanne

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  27. EarlKAugust 23, 2013 at 2:54 PM

    Wonderful composition. Beautifully done.

    Earl

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  28. aspiritofsimplicityAugust 23, 2013 at 4:49 PM

    I love this. You have inspired me to try it.

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  29. meleah rebeccahAugust 26, 2013 at 1:45 PM

    what a FABULOUS photo!

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  30. Katherines CornerAugust 26, 2013 at 11:07 PM

    wow! Thank you for sharing at the Thursday Favorite Things blog hop xo

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