composing ourselves

1. Hooray for Summer ! Bright Red Umbrellas and a Very Blue Sky, 2. {223:365} - Soar, 3. Why she wakes early, 4. Summer Love, 5. Pencils, 6. Fifty two on Friday -Feet edition, 7. iphone friday, 8. chloe's big day., 9. Better Days, 10. Nap, August 11th, 2:38pm, 11. Gerbera Fairy..., 12. In My Eyes, 13. nothing in life is ritual, 14. i'm kinda falling in love again, 15. 100/365, 16. this is where im from., 17. Wormsloe Marshes, 18. Cute As A Button, 19. Ferry trip, 20. Untitled, 21. drops, 22. from where I stand, 23. C A K E, 24. Globe Thistle

I was so inspired by the  thoughtful and insightful comments shared on my post the other day posing the question, "what is photography to YOU." Awesome stuff sisters! You, as always totally inspire me!

And so, in honor of  the creative spark of conversation and the art of composition we are doing a giveaway today for one complimentary registration for my e-class of the same name. The super-fun twist is that there's actually 3 ways to win! 3 is the magic number afterall (at least compositionally speaking).

Beyond our giveaway, I'm hosting a giveaway on my own blog this weekend too and the lovely and talented Ali Edwards is giving a spot away next weekend as an added bonus. That is 3 spots up for grabs in the next week! Woohoo! Be sure to leave a comment on all the posts to better your odds of winning.

I'm more excited than ever about the class and all the wonderful things we're going to cover in The Art of Composition.

Today, all you need to do is leave your comment here between now and 8pm PST on Sunday for a chance to win a seat in the front roll of class (virtually that is).  And while you're here, we'd love to see some of your compositional handiwork. Got a shot to share? You know we'd love to see it.

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And the winner is...

Arin S. YAY! Congrats! And thanks to everyone for your comments.

Comments

[Damiane Lucas]

What a generous giveaway! I love to win a spot in this class! I've tried and tried to take photography classes at my local community college, but the classes always fill up when it's my time to register; and so, I end up frustrated.

Thank you again. May God bless your creativity always.

[Kelly Connolly]

Love this site! I have recently become obsessed with learning everything I can about taking great photos and this workshop sure would help!

[Greta S.]

Woohoo! Sounds neat!

[dawn]

one of my favorite things about photography! composition! what a great idea for a class! i'd love a spot!

[maisiegirl]

what a lovely opportunity to be fully "composed!" what a fun opportunity and many thanks for the offering. i'm certain whoever wins will enjoy the course immensely. thanks for all the inspiration you ladies provide!

[beth]

I would love a chance to win, I find that composition is what excites me most. Thank you Tracey for your inspiration, I love your blog and your amazing photos.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/65102482@N04/6030016512/in/photostream

[Skye Perry]

I reallly need to work on composition so I would really love to win a spot in this class. I hope I get picked. Thank you.

[Karen D]

Oh what a great giveaway!!! I have been self teaching myself the art of compostion via my iphone and I would love to learn more.
Here are some of my favorite comp shots from the last few months.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/41584693@N02/5189085743/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/41584693@N02/5878224904/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/41584693@N02/5999577672/

thanks for the chance to win a spot.
Karen

[Catherine]

What fun - always more to learn and finesse as I grow as an artist!

[Lynne]

Would LOVE to win a spot! Shutter Sisters has always been a great and inspiring way to start my day. It would be awesome to have the opportunity to take a class with Tracey!

This is one of my recent faces:
http://flic.kr/p/a7hsyQ

[Allie]

How generous of you to offer a spot in the class! I would really love the opportunity to take the class and learn from you!

[Debbie B]

Tracey, thanks for the opportunity to win a seat in your class! Fingers crossed that I win!

[Keara]

I would LOVE a spot in your class! I have drooling over it, but sadly cannot swing it at this time. :(

http://nowiknow365project.blogspot.com/2011/03/90365-ladybug.html

[WorthIt!]

Tracey, your photos are inspiring and I would like nothing more than to participate in your composition class. Thanks for the chance to participate!

[Gail]

I would love to take this class, virtually or otherwise. I spend time almost every day looking at photos, and always feel inspired by the shutter sisters community.

[ElleV]

I've loved your Picture series and would love to get a chance to learn more from you in this class. :)

[KimA]

I've been inspired in many of Tracey's classes at Big Picture. I bet this one will be awesome! Would love to take part. :)

[Joelynne]

I love your eclasses as a gentle way to stay motivated. Also loving this collection of shots, many from my favorite peeps!

[chris]

Can't wait for this class to start. I'm looking forward to seeing what it has to offer!

[Maegan]

I would LOVE to win a spot in the course! It sounds amazing! Thanks so much for the opportunity!

[Beverly]

would love to win a spot in your new class! love all the photos in the collage :)

[Lara J.]

Crossing my fingers!

Thanks Tracey.

[Linda Steider]

I'm struggling with composition and would love to win a spot in class!

http://www.flickr.com/photos/41121903@N08/6039046324/in/photostream

[Ally Moll]

I would love a chance to win this class. Thanks!

[Shawna]

Would love to win this! Thanks for the opportunity!

[Suzanne]

I would love a spot in your composition class! I need it! ;-)

[Anne Schillings]

The Art of Composition class sounds fantastic. I would love to win a spot in your class Tracey. You have taught me so much in the other BP classes & I want to learn more!

[Lisa]

I would love a spot...I have admired your work and enjoyed your picture spring class...just what I need to get out of my rut.

[Mickee]

I would love to take this class. Keeping my fingers crossed that I'd get picked... :)

[Lauren]

This is exactly the type of photography class I've been wishing I could take. Why? So I can learn how to do what just comes natural to my husband - "see" a great image!

Here's one I took just recently (as part of the "Week in the Life") that I got lucky with the composition:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/18572605@N02/6038618017/in/photostream

I'd love to be a part of this!

[Diana]

I've enjoyed your picture color and picture inspiration. It would be great to be able to participate in The Art of Composition. I would like to take my photography up to the next level.

[Sharon]

I would LOVE to take one of your classes & learn more. I just joined one of your classes on Big Picture - Picture Inspiration & it is truly inspiring. Thanks for the opportunity - what a great giveaway!
I specifically like to photograph my pets and other nature shots. Here are a few of my favorites:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/65147284@N04/sets/72157627424502868/

[SHaron Buffett]

I would so love the opportunity to being chosen would provide. If I could afford to quit my job and just take photos full-time, that is what I would do. I "see" a photo everywhere I go, and in everything I do. I absolutely love photography! I hope you pick me.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/9330652@N03/6031161980/in/photostream

[sarah]

lovely as always and inspiring!!

[Amy B.]

Thank you thank you thank you! I'm always amazed how much I learn from you.

[Lindsey]

Ok LUCKY 13 I'm counting on you TODAY!!

[kimberly/tippytoes]

Ohhhh, I'd love a push with my photography and could really use the inspiration to move forward. Thank you!

[Laura BC]

I would love this! I try to decongest my backgrounds but have so much more to learn when taking photos of my kids.

[Milly H]

Just bought a new DSLR and would love to learn how to compose better shots. Thanks for chances to win!

[wendy]

Yes please! Sounds like a great class :)

[Holly]

I would LOVE more than anything to win a virtual front row seat. LOVE, I SAY! (In capital letters for added emphasis...like a virtual shout!)

[Meghan @ Life Refocused]

Would LOVE, LOVE, LOVE to win a spot in this class. Tracey is such a rockstar and I know I'd learn sooooo much!!

And here's a new shot of mine that I like...http://www.flickr.com/photos/meghandavidson/5842053869/in/photostream

[Caryn]

Thank you for this opportunity. I'd love to be able to participate in the class and have my fingers crossed! :-)

[Joanna]

I would love love love to win! Thank you for the giveaway, and I'll be keeping my fingers crossed that I will be the lucky one. ;-)

[Anika]

Oh to be inspired again! Hope I win!

[Amanda B]

Oooo! I would love to win! :D

[Jill]

This class would be an awesome addition to my photography skills. But I kinda feel like I've already won for choosing my pencils photo. Thanks!

[Kylie]

What a great give-away!

[SherryB]

I still have so much to learn and this would be an awesome way to start....Thank you for the chance to win a seat!

[Robin Troxell]

wow! how fun. to me photography is a release - of my worries, and of my thoughts.