Harvesting

I recently read a quote by Hundertwasser that said "Painting is to dream. When the dream
is over, I don t remember anything I dreamed about. The painting, however, remains. It is the harvest of my dream."

I thought that was a perfect quote for our Photography as well. On the daily basis, we pay attention to our surroundings, we enearth feelings, we reap best moments, and we find a way to make our vision tangible, lasting... We indeed work on the harvesting of our dreams.

I just love that as we're gathering bits and pieces of our lives, we are actually assembling something really powerful that will remain. It is so exciting for me to think that someday when we are long gone, our work may still live, feeding the inspiration of others, and consequently, continuing to produce more and more crops of nourishing Art in this world.

Now, show us: What sorts of beautiful images have you been harvesting lately?

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And because it's Giveaway May and we're taking about harvesting dreams here, we've got an amazing giveaway:

Artist, Author, and Possibilitarian Kelly Rae Roberts is giving one lucky reader/commenter a spot in her upcoming e-course, Flying Lessons: Tips + Tricks To Help Your Creative Business Soar. Now is the time for making those creative business dreams real and this e-course will give you all the inspiration, information, and resources to take flight. Truly.

Just leave a comment here bettween now and Sat. 5/8 at midnight PST for your chance to win a spot in Kelly Rae's e-course. It gives us butterflies just thinking about it!

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Congratulations to Leanne, the winner of Flying Lessons. YAY!

Comments

[Beatriz Macias]

I like the idea of harvesting dreams... I see this image as the paying attention to the moment though.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/suitcasecontents/4514666705/

The giveaway? Fantastic! Thank you so much!

[giftsofthejourney (Elizabeth Harper)]

I've been following the two people I love most this week making and saving memories for a photo book of my daughter's first visit to Cornwall. I'll be sharing more of the " harvest " online in the days to come as well.


http://giftsofthejourney.wordpress.com/2010/05/06/getting-to-know-you/

I would also love a shot at Kelly Rae's e-course, of course!

[Francina]

What a wonderful giveaway! Thanks for the opportunity.
And the Undertwasser quote was just what I needed to hear, tonight I will shoot for 3-4 hours outside for my photography class and I really needed the inspiration----

[Jalene Boren]

My photographs are some of my most prized possesions, I love when photographs seem to tell a story just from looking at it, and I think that is what inspires me to "Harvest" those stories. There is something that draws me to help capture the story for others as well, it brings me so much joy to be able to share it with others!

http://jalenemariephotography.blogspot.com/

I would be thrilled to have a chance at Kelly Rae's e-course!! Thanks for inspiring me to go "Harvest" some more stories!!

[Marcie]

Harvesting a dream - I love how you've said that. I'd also like to think of photography as 'manifesting' those dreams:
http://www.marciescudderphotography.com/index.php?showimage=1159

[DorkyMum]

There will be a lot of dreams coming true, and also a lot of dreams shattered in the UK today, because it is election day. I have been 'harvesting' images of the campaigning by all parties in my city.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/dorkymum/4578420071/

[susan]

stuck in the starting gate.

this would be cool!

[Kathy Jo Camamcho]

Dreams... without them what is there to look forward to?

[Peichi Waite]

What an awesome giveaway! Love your blog!

[Lori]

Good Day Shutter Sisters,

I am currently taking as many spring pictures as I can to remember all the glorious colors and creatures before they go into hiding from the Texas heat. Thanks to the Picture Spring course, I have quite a "harvest" of photos! I am now anxiously awaiting the beginning of the Mondo Beyondo course I signed up for and have been sifting thru my new Keri Smith book "How to be an Explorer of the World." Kelly Rae Robert's e-course would be the perfect companion!!

Thank you Shutter Sisters for putting together such a wonderful collection of "experiences" that have helped guide me as I close the door on "city life" and start a new adventure living my "country life."

My harvest: www.sanderwood.com

Sincerely,

Lori Sanders

[wynzia]

I just found you...such a lovely place to visit. You amaze and inspire.

[marina]

thank you Alex for this beautiful photo and for the post, which is very inspiring.
and many thanks to you and Kelly for the chance to participate in the giveaway!
I have been trying to capture fleeting images of water drops
http://www.flickr.com/photos/36167691@N03/4560836193/in/set-72157623525870533/

[georgia]

i love this quote. this photo. this application to photography. this post!

it's not a great photo in technical terms, but this is one photo that was so important for me to harvest. i'll treasure and cherish this image for the rest of my life:
http://itsjusthowiseethings.blogspot.com/2010/02/positively-perfect.html

i would LOVE to win this e-course, as i could use all the help i can get to finally get the business i have dreamed of up and running.

[laura]

What I wouldn't give for some inspiration and practical tips to get my business up and running. It's currently only alive in my head and on various post-its and scraps of paper...

[Beverly]

would so love to win a spot in the class.

[Ali]

I just had to post. What a fantastic giveaway! It would be such a welcome addition to my life right in this very moment.

As for harvesting, I think you've hit the nail right on the head. Harvesting photos is a way to preserve the moments of our lives and I hope mine will inspire others to do the same, or even just to appreciate the little moments of quiet beauty.

[Vanessa]

what a poetic and inspiring post! thank you.

[melissa]

beautiful, alex. where did you photograph this stunning woman?

[BlessedMess]

inspiring! and a great give away.

My favorite from yesterday in the garden...the only harvest going on there right now are the photos :)
http://www.flickr.com/photos/12418609@N00/4583406607/

[Lauren Doran]

Would love a spot....my harvest: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lauren_d/4533042952/

[Christina]

This would be AMAZING. Kelly Rae is such a lovely spirit and inspiring artist.

[melissa]

Great giveaway!
I have been 'harvesting' images from azalea season -- only 2-3 weeks of brilliant color each spring!
http://melissamillerphotos.typepad.com/my_weblog/2010/04/she-matches-the-azaleas.html

[Karyn]

At the moment - i'm 'harvesting' memories

http://www.mundanedetails.com/2010/05/lets-start-at-the-beginning-favorites/

yeah for giveaways!!!

[Michelle Grace]

What a wonderful giveaway!!

[rachael s]

i was just struggling with myself about whether or not to enroll in this the other day, but in the end i just couldn't because the funds aren't there for it this month. thank you for the chance to win a seat! this is so exciting!

i have been harvesting so many little things lately with my photography...i just started exploring the world of macro with a raynox converter and i love it. but what i have been doing the most of is gathering bits and pieces of inspiration and using them to create in my own way....http://www.flickr.com/photos/21338573@N07/4576087515/

[Bridge]

http://www.flickr.com/photos/ridethewavesoflife/4575634138/
What a beautiful image! thanks for sharing with us.

[stacy]

I love that quote...so very true.

Kelly Rae's course is sure to be enlightening, too. :)

[AnnGeeDee]

Like Karyn, I'm harvesting memories with my 365 project. I love that I can look back on any picture I've taken so far and remember what happened and why I chose the shot. Here's one of the happy accidents from a lunch hour trip to the botanic gardens: http://www.flickr.com/photos/40070449@N08/4547215654/

[Becky Jenson]

I cried as I shot this yesterday. It's what I needed in my life at that exact moment.

http://blog.beckyjenson.com/?p=125

[Hannah]

http://www.flickr.com/photos/hannahmayo/4582819

[Angella]

Oh, how I would love to win that!

I've been capturing my daughter at ballet and loving every minute of it.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/ourcrazylife/4572992804/

[deea]

I feel that I have been sowing more than reaping / harvesting as of late. Maybe it's time to wake.

[Sara]

This course is exactly what I've been dreaming of, and exactly when I need it! Thanks for the opportunity to soar!

[Tracy Brewer]

Thanks for the giveaway! Love your blog.

[Bree]

What an exciting (and SUPER beneficial) giveaway! Pick me! :)

[Sheila Cain-Sample]

Oh this is a wonderful giveaway, who ever wins will be truly inspired. I've been following Kelly Rae for a while, such an insightful young woman. I loved her book and keep it close for inspiration. I would love to win a spot in her e-course.

Thanks
Sheila

[Marie]

I love your website and all the wonderful links others have left in their boxes. I plan to take time today to enjoy all the beautiful photos that have been shared.

[OneCraftyChick]

Oooooo "Possibilitarian" might be one of my favortie new words!

[Misty]

How wonderful! I would love to win the e course i think it would so help me get started! Thanks for the chance!

[Lori Paximadis]

What a lovely thought, harvesting dreams. And what a delicious giveaway, a kick in the pants to get those dreams in gear.

[(ms.) Michael]

I've been reading about her course and just loving everything I see! I keep hesitating because of money. I would love the chance to get my business better connected and move it forward. I love Kelly's art and have purchased some pieces as gifts. I have her book too! Thank you so much for providing a chance to win a spot! You are all so generous! Wishing you all the best!

[jv]

Love Kelly Rae's work & her spirit! Thanks so much for the chance to win this awesome gift!

Lately have been trying to get some good images of the momma bird and her babies, who are currently living and learning to fly right outside my daughters' window! Love that we get to watch so closely. Would love some "Flying Lessons" of my own!

[kristin]

this is a beautiful post. i love the word harvest.
i have been on a journey of harvesting some self love this year with a 52 week project. it has not gotten any easier but i am happy for each image each showing me as i am right now in this moment.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/14811117@N02/4578554654/in/photostream/

[Elizabeth]

Love the idea of harvesting dreams!

[olive & hope]

I am always so inspired by your blog! Thank you for being such beacons of inspiration. And thank you for the opportunity to win a spot in Kelly Rae's new e-course...so exciting!

[Kim]

I love Kelly Rae Roberts! I'd love to harvest dreams with her! I'd actually just love to harvest some dreams in general. I think I'm going to look more at how to do that. Thanks for the idea! :)

[Nolwenn]

"Harvesting dreams" through art -no matter what form of art-. I'll keep that in mind :)

Thanks for the giveaway; if I win it, I'll offer the spot to a dear friend.

[Nancy]

Kelly-Rae: Your e-course truly speaks to my soul! It is as though it was designed with me in mind!
You are such an inspiration and I am so happy to have come across you and your work via the feature on your Seattle place in Apartment Therapy.
Keep it up!!

[karen]

ooh this would be such a dream come true!!!

[Leslie]

Would love to win this course!!!
http://lesliephoto.blogspot.com/2010/04/polaroid-template.html