finding the light...{photo challenge: week 4}

 wow. that's all i can say. this week's pictures are absolutely amazing. we've got some regulars now {way to stick to it guys!} and a few newbies {we hope you stay!} and let me tell you they brought their A game to this challenge. I'm so glad i made "finding the light" one of our challenges because it's a difficult task for photographers to master. In fact a lot of photographers shy away from dark shots, or shots with shadows on peoples faces...i used to at least. but i think its all how you look at the image, i love love dark pictures, probably more than i should. Often its that grainy look that gets people frustrated but as i've heard from others "embrace the grain!" Don't rely on that overcast day only to go shooting. Don't fear the sun either! Who says a mid-day shoot can't get you dramatic shots with bold colors and dark shadows, and often that just right, amazingly gorgeous sun flare. man i love the flare. Besides those dark shots, we've got some people thinking outside the box which I LOVE! 

Keep it up guys, YOU rock. and now...

 *Photo Credit: Patti M

{this picture is so elaborate but that chandelier is breathtaking is draws you right to it!}

 

 *Photo Credit: Jason R 

(above & below)

"Brownie found the light....and Diesel found a light"

{oh man! these two just melt my heart. I actually lol'd with that second one!}

  

  

*Photo Credit: Tara M

"i captured the light!"

{i love the blue hue in this pic and the composition}

*Photo Credit: Sarah M
Crepe myrtle in the winter- ugly.  Add some snow and uplighting, and
it seemed to make it a little more interesting (especially considering
the snow was in Atlanta, Georgia...which rarely happens!)

{the colors in this are beautiful, the blues, purples...just lovely. Glad you've joined us!}

 

*Photo Credit: Stacey B

Stacey Mae Photography

"Found this place that reminded me of the meadow in Twilight and got some really great shots! The sun playing through the trees created some really interesting shadows and light play!"

{love this girl's work. the light striking her hair/eyes/face 

contrasting the shadows...fierce. you should take time to view her work, im just sayin'}

*Photo Credit: Matthew T

{ok. i'm thoroughly impressed, this was all his idea. *tear* so proud.} 

*Photo Credit: emt

{you guys see the lips?? this is a close up from a fire we had burning last week. 

i was a little obsessed with the glowing embers.}

  

 *Photo Credit: Leslie O

ETA: Ok. HUGE HUGE apology to LESLIE who sent in her pic for this week! Sorry my email marked your email as spam! I fixed it so no worries, next time we'll definitely get you on here the first try! sorry again :) Check out her blog too!

I told you this week's photos were amazing!

Don't forget to tell our photographers how much you love their work, especially if you have a fave!

This Week's Challenge...

Week 5: {LOVE}

send your images to emtphotography1@gmail.com

by sunday Feb 21st

and coming up...

Week 6:nature's beauty, nature's fury

happy shooting :)

Up Close...{photo challenge: week 3}

 I think this week's pictures speak for themselves. We even gained a few people, hope you guys stick around. Amazing shots! Great job everyone :)

Up Close {photo challenge:week 3}

 *Photo Credit: e.m.t

  

*Photo Credit: Hope R

Ok...my first thought for "Up Close" was a zoomed in picture, have plently of beautiful shots of nature, animals, people...but then this pic called out to me..."Up Close & Personal with God."  It was taken from a hot air balloon ride in 2009 & when people asked me what it was like...well, it's like being up close to God, when you are up there with all of his beauty!  

 {way to think outside the "box" hope!}

  

 *Photo Credit: James F

(above & below)

{love lil' baby hands, so adorable!}

  

  

 *Photo Credit: Patti M.

(above & below)

{the colors in this picture are amazing, such beautiful yellows and oranges! So warm and inviting.}

  

*Photo Credit: Matt T

{ haha! thanks dear :) }

  

*Photo Credit: Tara M

(above & below)

{love the texture of that ice}

 

 *Photo Credit: Stacey B

{this picture reminds me of the simple days of elementary school, ahhh}

Check out Stacey Mae Photography

This week's challenge...

Week 4: Finding The Light

-due to my email by sunday feb 14th

**new email address**

emtphotography1@gmail.com

Next assignment....

Week 5: LOVE

come on what else would i pick!? Ha Ha!

Have a little fun with your sweetie on Valentine's day ;-) 

and send your creative photos this way.

Our contest winners....

I was finally able to get together with the H Family for their mini session while I was home for the holidays. Boy was it freeeeezzzinggg outside when we were finally able to get a session in but, we made the best of it and had a great time. I think the snow made for some beautiful shots. The real stars of the show though were their three kiddos. The kids made this session so much fun and I think we can all agree they are gorgeous! The oldest miss E is going to get into modeling and I'm pretty sure the camera loves her.  The last two images are probably two of my favorite pictures.  I can't wait to get together with these guys again in the spring :)

*this picture feels timeless to me. who doesn't remember trying to catch snowflakes on their tongue?*