Wednesday, September 3, 2008

Help!!

***Update*** First, thank you for your help! I think 8 comments was my record, although most of you, dear ones, are not first time commenters, with the exception of my darling husband who finally graced me with a comment. Someday I'm going to force you other lurkers out of hiding! =).

So, some of you asked about a theme. That would make it easier, wouldn't it? No...no theme. After prayerful consideration and I believe a direct quote from God that said, "Get over yourself, this is for My glory" I sent the order in for the Raindrop Reflections and Hidden Joys (names subject to change!) Bottom line, they are getting printed, this is simply an act of God in and of itself. Beyond this, they are being printed in sizes beyond 4x6, and I will venture to Hobby Lobby tonight and purchase frames (I'm trying not to choke!) Good thing frames are 50% off this week! I really have no quest to win, only to follow His direction against my own protests and fears. I think this will be a great learning experience!

If you're wondering why I chose those two, it's pretty simple. Last Friday when I realized this photography contest was happening the first and only shot that came to my mind was the rain picture. I thought the turn in date was last week so I called Mike at work to see if he thought I could get it printed in a few hours. He reminded me of the date and I knew I had a week to decide. This probably made things harder. When I prayed I was reminded of the one picture that made me want to enter in the first place and knew that was the one. (Not to mention it also got the most votes.) The Hidden Joy one has a story hidden in it and it felt like it needed to be printed sooner than the others. And now that you think I'm a completely crazy women (like you didn't before!) who's pictures "speak" to her, I'm going to go tend to my little guys!


I am asking all of my long lost friends and family to come out of the background and join those who already know how to use the "post a comment" button and help me!

If you are a regular around here or you know me in the real world, you know that I got a camera for Christmas that I haven't really put down much. This has allowed me to "play" almost like a little child! It's time for me to do something with this, or so my husband tells me. So I'm contemplating entering a local photography contest. Which leads me to my phobia, it has nothing to do with winning, because this is solely about actually making choices and printing something(s). Mmmhhmm, that's where you come in. Choices are hard for me! Mike, Lily, and I looked long and hard tonight and here are some of our favorites....

Tell me which three are your favorites??

Just a note, although the contest is local it will be judged most likely by photography professors. I'm not sure if my semester of high school photography will begin to hold up, but at least it's a baby step!

Best Buds Seeking Hidden Joy
Pollination
Raindrop Reflections

The names are slightly lame and are subject to change. I'll even take suggestions!




Thank you!!


9 comments:

Jackie said...

These are amazing! You've got some talent for sure. I love the first one, the Rusty Black eyes, and the puddle one, sorry, I can't remember the titles. And I'm no good at coming up with titles, so I think yours are just fine.

The Sullivan Sitcom said...

Of course, I like #1, I also like Finn's eyes and the one on your blog.

mmldf5 said...

Marc says "Seeking" and "Raindrop Reflections"
Bob says the same two and either "Pollination" or "Rusty Blask Eyes"

Anonymous said...

Raindrop reflections is my pick.
Remember... I get 1st dibs on your photography career-smiles.

donna said...

I love the one with Max and Dax, the one with Finn,and the one in the rain. If you're starting a career with photography I might have you do my senior pictures, but that's far away. I hope you're helping move the youth room on Saturday.

Love,
Hayley

lynda said...

lI love alll the photos and I have praised your talent since the first photos of Lily you made.
Now is there a theme for the contest? How would each photo fit it?
My favorite shot is "Seeking". It is such a universal look toward the future. I think it's the most unique also.
Of course I love the boys and the reflections too.
Love
A. Lynda

Nicole - Life in Progress said...

They are all great. Is there any sort of theme for the contest? Maybe that would help you choose.

My top three: Rusty Black Eyes, Best Buds, Hidden Joy

Good Luck!

Jackie said...

Hi, me again...just wanted to say that I came back and looked at the pic of the boys more closely, and realized that they are sitting on the bench in front of DQ. During my recent little jaunt to IL I made SURE I took a picture of the DQ as we passed it, since we used to go there so much. Also the A & W behind it, although I guess it's no longer an A & W. Crazy, huh? If I ever come back we'll have to go get an ice cream there! :) ha!

mamatutwo said...

I absolutely love the one entitled "seeking". Great shots!