Styling

I think that many of us consider ourselves to be photojournalists. We strive to capture moments as they happen, careful not to pose our subjects too much. I know that I tend to be drawn to a style that shows life in its natural state. But sometimes I think we need to give ourselves permission to do a little “styling”. I took the above shot on Thanksgiving Day, while on a hike along the river with my dad and husband. I found that big leaf on the beach and before I knew it, I was picking it up and heading for the shoreline. I gently laid it on top of the shallow water and snapped away as it started to sink. I love the end result and I’m glad I allowed myself to create a scene without any guilt.

Today's giveaway involves two lovely items. The first is a print of your choice from Paige's dad, Steve Geddes Artworks. She has written about his artwork on Shutter Sisters in the past. The second item is a set of 8 notecards designed by Paige using her own photographs. Click here to see what they look like. Just leave a comment here to be entered in our random drawing. One lucky winner will win both items!

Comments

[Dawn]

Oh, that is beautiful and some cards to send as thank you's would be much appreciated!
:)

[laura-dolcepics]

I'm all for stylin'! Why not? :)

[~ kristina ~]

Beautiful! I've just started my One Hundred Leaves project. Perhaps it should be collaborative!

http://meadowlarkdays.blogspot.com/2008/12/introducing-one-hundred-leaves-leaves-1.html

[jensmack]

that leaf is gorgeous! I think it's okay to do a little bit of staging every now and then... so glad you did on that shot!

[Sherry]

I like Steve's rural settings especially. Wonderful to have a father/daughter combination art package. Thank you!

[Liz Dager]

Love photos of nature!

[mary elizabeth]

i too like to capture the every day-ness of life, but i like this idea -- to syle my photos every once in a while.

great giveaway!

[divrchk]

What a beautiful photo with such warm tones.

[mel]

Beautifully styled! Is photo styling easier than hairstyling? Because I can't seem to manage that....

[betrank]

You did a wonderful job with the photograph. It's lovely.

[Lucy]

beautiful photo...glad you shared it!

[Wendy]

Oh! I'm a huge Paige B fan! I've been following her since she first launched her website! And I love to check out her blog! (Way to go Paige! Congrats on your success!)

[libbie]

i love the little surprise moments in photography. Those moments where you take a picture by accident or you take a chance and it end up being one of your favorites.....happens to me all the time.

[mary]

That is absolutely beautiful!

[Diane Schuller]

I'm always so inspired by reading all of the posts but sometimes ones like yours today really hits the mark.

Just reading this post makes me a winner. Thank you,

Diane

[jeanne]

I love the artwork and the images by Paige are similar to my own style of shooting- pick me

[jeanne]

oops, forgot my personal info, how ever do i expect to win

[Tracie]

I'm not above "styling" a little bit either!

[Sue Carter]

Photographing nature is one of my favorites! I especially love the fall with the changing colors.

This is a beautiful, yet simple photo. Love it!

[glittersmama]

I love that picture.

[ConnieC]

The prints and the notecards are really nice.

[rachel]

this would be good for me today, as I am getting over PMS

[Kathleen O.]

Talk about styling...I just took my own portrait in the reflection of a Christmas ornament...'tis the season. Although, I do think its kind of cute!

[Stephanie]

I am so lacking artwork in my house...these would be wonderful on my walls.

[Page]

Great work!

[Amanda]

Gorgeous! I would so love to win!

[Kelly]

beautiful!

[Tina]

What great gifts for yourself or to give to someone you love. I love your shot today too. amazing and awe inspiring to take a piece of nature home with you in a picture.

[Lisa]

Your photos are always inspirational. Makes me want to go outside and take some photos right now!

[Michelle S.]

Will I win? ;)

[Lu]

Super! I am a big fan of her work.

[sandi]

I love the way the leaf looks.. the water and the stones. Just awesome.

[Karen]

Love the artwork and the note cards. What a good idea for using those beautiful photographs!

[Robyn]

Leaf photo is gorgeous, as are most things I find here :-)

[karin]

absolutely beautiful! the art is stunning .... I would love to win! :)

[Kyla]

This photo is just BEAUTIFUL! I love the effect of your "staging".

[Jill]

real beauty! love it!

[Jess]

Gorgeous!

[McRae Allen]

I love the end result, great work!

[Stephanie]

Love the shine on the leaf!

[Sandra]

Love the photo! Thanks for the reminder!

[deir]

I adore the leaf and stone photograph. It's Perfect!
Thanks for the inspiration...and less guilt ;)

[deir]

I adore the leaf and stone photograph. It's Perfect!
Thanks for the inspiration...and less guilt ;)

[elizabeth]

that is a great shot. I am not above making minor adjustments (moving a leaf, moving aside branches, holding down some grasses) for a shot, though I do try not to do major damage in the process. :)

[Alina]

a great shot!

[tammie]

That is a wonderful photograph!
Such wonderful give aways you are doing.

[abbey]

beautiful shot!!! cool prizes!!
:)

[Justine]

Beautiful styling and shot. It looks so natural.

[Celia]

beautiful shot! great giveaway, as well - thanks!!

[Deanna]

I would love to win, my walls are still bare!