a timeless sparkle

Wrapping up a long, busy week I spent some time sorting through some things. Thoughts, feelings, and stuff. Funny thing about going through stuff (on any level) it takes a lot of work. But, it also often yeilds surprises and maybe a treasure or two.

 I found this pristine Polaroid that I forgot I had. Camera case, manual and a few other accessories made the discovery all the sweeter. Despite her age, she's got plenty of sparkle left in her. And I'm guessing because of her age, she's got shine that only a gem like this one can provide.

I loved the synchronicity of this find as I have had all kinds of nostalgia on my mind lately with the coming of my next class Picture Black & White. Class begins this week and I am all geared up for some monochromatic magic. I do hope you join me.

And speaking of joining in, I want to thank you all so much for supporting the #shot4shot project over hte last week. Today may be the last official day of the project but the need for support and awarenss will continue so please, keep spreading the word about Shot@Life! Don't forget if you did play along to send a link to one of your shots from the week to our email so you can receive your complimentary 'thank you' photo journal from Paper Coterie. YAY!

Speaking of your shots, today is Best Shot Monday and the last day of April so it's time to share your best shot with us and send off this month with some sparkle and shine.

Just for fun, we're giving away a spot for Picture Black & White today so leave your best shot link to be included in the random drawing. Commments must be left by midnight EST  tonight (4/30) and winner will be announced on Tuesday. 

Oh, and the lovely Kate shared such a sparkly weekending shot and the link to her blog was broke. So be sure to pop by today and tell her what a great shot it was!

***congrats to Heather for winning the spot in Picture Black & White. Woot!***

Comments

[Jennifer Hagedorn Dizon]

hi everyone! hi tracey! :)

i had so much fun doing the shots4shots shooting all week (featuring my favorite mug and my favorite drink - coffee!); and because i am also excited for picture black and white i thought i'd share this link http://www.flickr.com/photos/jendizon/6966868828/in/set-72157629533897132/

cheers to doing things for a greater good!

lots of love to you all! ♥

[Marcie]

Oh...I'd love to be a lucky winner! Here's my best shot for today:
http://www.marciescudderphotography.com/home/2012/4/29/a-sign.html

[rakusribut]

hi tracey
here are my best shots from the past week
they happen to be in B&W lol!
http://hipstamoments.blogspot.com/2012/04/contemplative-ii.html

[Jill F]

http://fingerontheshutter.com/

My best shot of the weekend.

[Caro]

This is my best shot from the past week.. not in B&W though.
I would love to be the lucky winner!

http://www.flickr.com/photos/carito345/7114563195/in/set-72157629077226359

[Marilyn Johnson]

I would love to win a spot in your class! My best shots from this past weekend were some from my son's PROM.
I am hesitant to show them here with all of the talent you girls have but here goes.
www.marilynjohnson.blogspot.com

[Sandee]

After a few days of seventy degree weather, things are finally blooming here. So much to shoot, so little time...

http://www.flickr.com/photos/34977978@N05/7126393201/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/34977978@N05/6980303962/

and I saved the best for last...

http://www.flickr.com/photos/34977978@N05/6980296382/

[Deb]

What a marvelous, wonderful find! I recently found my dad's old Argus 75 and K1000 which was for me better than winning a lotto. But to have found the manuals, too? That would have been the cherry on top. Here's my best shot.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/debmedina/6977093324/in/photostream

[Geneil]

I'm still smitten with my iPhone and Instagram... would love to win a spot in your class

http://www.flickr.com/photos/indybreeze/7116638919/

[sarah]

what a re-discover!

this is a shot i love of my girl, almost naturally black and white (though it's not...just lacking in color with the shadows and shine.) so win win! b&w with some sparkle & shine ;)

http://www.flickr.com/photos/the-mer-family/7089030415/in/photostream/

[ktbuffy]

My best shot of the weekend!

http://www.flickr.com/photos/ktbuffy/6976435620/

[Barbara Paulsen]

I love this photo I captured at my daughter's school this weekend. It is at the entrance of her school's Peace Garden. Appropriate, yes?

http://www.flickr.com/photos/50654891@N07/7122301107/

[Meghan @ Life Refocused]

Where did April go? Here's my best shot Monday: http://www.flickr.com/photos/meghandavidson/7128466251/
Would love a spot in Picture B&W!

[Sue]

Not sure if this my 'best shot' but it is one of my new favorites --

http://suehenryphotography.com/imported-20110814191955/2012/4/26/soar.html

[shirleybehindthelens]

Oh, I just got back from a fabulous business trip to Florida which included lots of adventures.
Just a small sampling here:

http://www.shirleybehindthelens.com/2012/04/dreaming-of-florida.html

[Beth]

My best shot of the day: http://www.flickr.com/photos/ourtypicallife/6983208136/

[chris]

My best shot of the past few weeks - a little ironic that my "ray of sunshine" is deep, deep black.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/14777656@N04/6983337478/

[Diane M. Schuller]

Here is my black & white ... black & white is still my favourite. Have so much fun with your recently found Polaroid!

http://www.dianeschuller.com/blog/2012/04/19/two-ways/

[Christine Hickey]

Here's my Best Shot:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/inkyalchemy/6960367400/in/photostream

Taken in Ada, Kansas just hours before my brother's wedding on April 21st.

[IreneA]

Thanks for being such an inspiration! Here is my best/fav shot from this week - the tulips are starting to open around here... spring has sprung :) Cheers!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacroix_family/7113345283/in/photostream

[Trude]

One of my recent favorites actually came from a roll of film I had developed - I just love how the light fell on this model from the movie! http://www.flickr.com/photos/trudem/7117032519/in/photostream

[Rosanne]

Love black and white. It allows you to visualize your own color story.

[Molly]

I am on the fence about signing up for Picture Black & White because I have a fair amount of other stuff going on that requires my full attention. But if I win, I'm taking it as a sign! This is still one of my favorites - I call it Greek Chorus.

http://mollyfaircloth.smugmug.com/Portraits/The-People/i-hNj5rFs/0/L/MG3305-3-L.jpg

[Heather]

Oh how I would love to win a spot in the Black and White class. My favorite shot from this week: http://www.flickr.com/photos/heather_today/6983994150/in/photostream

[CheyAnne]

here's my link for my black and white. I would love to learn more http://flic.kr/p/acLc6d

[tara on the wander]

i loved this campaign - easy and fun to participate!
here's one for best shot monday!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/impossibletask/6970651622/in/photostream