window light

"In the right light, at the right time, everything is extraordinary." Aaron Rose

What could I possibly say about the magic of window light that you don't already know by now? Window light is simply magical and it has been the inspiration of painters and photographers for hundreds of years...

I personally love to capture the contrast between light and dark areas, creating a certain mood that is equally beautiful for still life and portraits. But windows are also great for silluetting, for capturing texture and for lighting food. I also often shoot toward the window to get a glowy and dreamy background. The point is: No matter what you shoot and how you shoot it, as Aaron Rose says in his quote above, "in the perfect "window" light, everything is extraordinary." So this is one sure way to elevate your day and find beauty wherever you are.

It's your turn to share now. Look around and find the best window in da house for a quick shoot. What are your favorite ways to shoot that perfect ray of light coming through? Show us a favorite window shot today.

on my windowsill

I bought a dozen roses at the super market the other day. I divided them into 4 bottles. I have them sitting throughout our home. It's always nice to have a little touch of pretty in different rooms. Don't you think?

This sits on our kitchen windowsill.... right by the sink. It's lovely to see and smell as I do the dishes.

How about you? Share a little touch of something pretty with us today.