June Giveaways: Sundays At Home

A piece of advice I've heard given to many aspiring writers is to "write what you know."  I'm not a writer, so I can't comment on the wisdom of such counsel.  As a photographer, however, I HAVE found it helpful to photograph what I know or--to be more precise--WHERE I know the best.  For me, that would be my family at home. 

You would think that taking photos at home would be boring and devoid of creativity.  I actually find that I challenge myself to discover new ways of taking photos, whether it's a creative angle or playing with lighting or just waiting for the right moment.  Also, because this is the environment that my family is most comfortable in, I can take the most candid, natural photos of them because they don't have their guard up.  Besides, I really don't aim for every single photo I take to be an earthshattering piece of fine art.  In fact, it's the spur-of-the-moment snapped shots of the everyday mundane that I often treasure the most.

And now, I'm thrilled to announce that Shutter Sisters are designating Sundays for the month of June as "Sundays At Home" for our June Giveaways.  We've teamed up with the folks behind the book America At Home to give away FIVE of these amazing books WITH custom covers, one on each Sunday this month!  This book contains exquisite images of "the distinctive rituals, intimate moments, and all the ways in which we work, play, learn, and interact with friends and family members (and pets!) at home."  You can view sample pages here.  And because a custom cover is included in the giveaway, this extraordinary book will be made even more special with YOUR photo on the cover. 

To be included in the random drawing,  just leave a comment below with a link to your own At Home photo between now and Monday at midnight EST.  And if you don't win this week, you'll have four more chances each Sunday this month!  If you need some inspiration, make sure you check out these photos by beebee mod, Lawyer Mama [Steph], mainemomma2007 and spencercasa.

Comments

[fiveflowers]

Oh, what a great idea! Here is my entry!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/fiveflowers/2546262958/

[*pixie*]

One of our favorite places at our house is the backyard. Now that the weather is nice, not a day goes by that we aren't out there as a family enjoying our sanctuary.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/57679938@N00/2450835938/

[Kacey]

I love these kind of shots. Just sitting around capturing real life. I did a series of photos in this post last winter in this post - I Do Not Understand Males

http://www.wineonthekeyboard.com/2008/03/11/i-do-not-understand-males/

My favorite pic in this post is the second one. Such concentration!

[Michelle]

This isn't my best and it's no longer Sunday, but I took this photo of my son, Max, about 10 minutes ago. He's resting after a long day. Max has Cerebral Palsy and he's frequently all tightened up, so this shot of him relaxed and loose, lying on his big pillow (called a Cloud Nine), it makes me smile.

http://bp0.blogger.com/_cEgTSqGLUmc/SESVjrbch0I/AAAAAAAAAZI/lgMCeo6IxAY/s1600-h/012.JPG

[natala]

http://www.flickr.com/photos/atheart/2546221951/


It's where I take most of my pictures :)

[sarah]

My niece Anna and her mischievious grin.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/27313038@N06/2547111616/in/photostream/

[cris]

I have been a silent stalker for quite sometime now. I figure this is as good a reason as any to come out and say hello! Love the site. Talent abounds! Thanks for your contributions, Sisters!

Here is my entry for the prize: http://imagesby138.blogspot.com/2008/06/america-home.html
I have seen this book in the local bookstore but what a special thing to have a photo of your own grace the cover! Great giveaway, Ladies!

[Sarah Costa]

Standing outside with my daughter(sporting her new hat one of my best friends made for her) after her 6th birthday party this weekend.

[Sarah Costa]

oops sorry this is my first time posting anything on here.
here's the link

[Outloud]

http://flickr.com/photos/87112962@N00/2547454826/

[Catherine]

These are my Sundays....

[Catherine]

http://www.flickr.com/photos/katskrazykids/2344065481/

[abbey]

Here are by best "at home" shots...
any feedback is appreciated...
:)
http://picasaweb.google.com/abbeyh13/AroundTheHouse?authkey=SW48dy-v8wI

[lora]

there's nothing so "at home" for us as dinner by the "bond"-fire in our back yard. =)

http://www.flickr.com/photos/28987938@N00/2502011862/in/set-72157605117529816/

[christina]

Do you mean literally in the house or what we do on the weekends? We like to walk on the beach a lot. There is one photo of Babygirl that I especially love of her on the beach, she is enjoying the breezes. You can see that here:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/8950213@N02/2548576620/

But if you mean literally at home, then we normally hang out, have fun and do silly things like this:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/8950213@N02/2547785405/in/photostream/

Have been enjoying seeing what other folks do at home.

[Holly]

Love the first photo in this post...who's is it?

[Sarah Costa]

http://flickr.com/photos/sarahcosta/2544488508/

[jen downer]

onw of my first favorite photogs was Sally Mann. Her fine art photos of her own little family at home instantly captivated me and I've loved her and them ever since.
here's a flickr set of MY OWN @ home:
http://www.flickr.com/gp/24319138@N00/92jDN9

[Hillary]

Thanks for the opportunity!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/beehill/41795440/