Experimenting with HDR Photography- my first trial
During my Polo Game and Barn Photography Workshop I learned about HDR (High Dynamic Range) photography.
Learning new skills
Polo Match and Barn Photography Workshop
Last Month I had the opportunity to participate in a Photography Workshop called Polo Match and Barn Photography.
The weekend was a great experience for me. I tried my luck to shoot horses at a fundraiser polo match and the next day we visited four farms in the neighborhood. Thank you to the generous farmers who let us roam their property in search for great shots in and around their property.
Summer vacation on the island – Pictures from Puerto Rico
Addition, Sept 28, 2017
I’m very sad to see all the devastation that hurricanes Irma and Maria caused in Puerto Rico in Sept 2017. I don’t even know if the apartment we stayed in is still there and right now there is no way to find out.
If you are interested in reading more about this and even help, here is a good article about it on VOX
I still have my treasured memories of the Island and I hope we can all work together to build it up again.
Blogpost from August
A light breeze, lots of sunshine, the ocean, and awesome sunsets in the evening …
What a treat to have some time in Puerto Rico during our summer vacation.
The ocean is always an inspiration for me, especially when I can hear, see and smell it all day long, dip my toes in the salty water, dig my feet in the warm sand and feel the light breeze of the wind on my face.
It has been quite a while since I was near any ocean, and so I enjoyed it even more than I imagined I would.
Of course, there was a lot to take in and I kept my camera close by.
Here are some of my favorite pictures from our adventure to the island.
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Out of Chicago Conference
Long Exposure night Scene of the Chicago Skyline
This weekend, I had a blast as I attended for the first time the Out of Chicago Photography Conference. We had great workshops and I was way out of my comfort zone. Here are some examples of the pictures I took.
Studies of Roses
As part of a 52 weeks challenge I had to take pictures of flowers this week. As roses are my favorite, I bought a bunch and set up a scene.
Let’s be determined
Have you ever seen determination? I have. In my backyard.
When I observe the squirrels in my yard, I’m often speechless. Continue reading “Let’s be determined”
Welcome to my Blog!
Hello. This is my first blog post.
Thank you for stopping by.
I truly believe that we are born to create. Creativity fills my heart with happiness. A happiness I want to share.
Our lives are fragile, they can be messy, good things and bad things can happen, things can take a turn for the worse, but there is still so much beauty, as Anne Frank wrote.
I look out and search for this beauty that is still around me every day, beautiful landscapes, awesome animals, interesting faces, captivating people, and stories playing out in front of my eyes.
I decided to share this beauty with you, valued reader. I hope you enjoy my posts and get a glimpse of the beauty that is still around us!
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