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Flowers

Filters

November 27, 2016February 9, 2022 bigbertha

This evening I did the unthinkable. I played with filters in Photoshop.  I am a purist – I photograph to capture what I see without extreme manipulation – and I consider that artful enough.  But today, I decided to explore … Continue reading Filters

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Multiple Perspectives

May 22, 2016February 9, 2022 bigbertha

This weekend I had the opportunity to visit a new-to-me park: Randol Mill Park in Arlington, TX.  Here are some highlights. This fence with graffiti on the walls was calling my name. But then I looked down and noticed wildflowers … Continue reading Multiple Perspectives

Macro Photography, Self-improvement1 Comment
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Every cloud has a silver lining

February 16, 2016February 9, 2022 bigbertha

All I could think about today was coming home and playing in my photography studio.  But by the time I got home, the day had been a mixed bag of news.  Maybe I’d just go to bed? But I couldn’t. … Continue reading Every cloud has a silver lining

Critters, Flowers1 Comment
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Pretty withered

April 3, 2015February 9, 2022 bigbertha

While the best part of Spring at the Dallas Arboretum are the fresh daffodils and tulips I feel a responsibility to photograph the unsung heroes in the garden.  The blooms that are withered and spent have beauty too! I was so … Continue reading Pretty withered

Blue, Cars, Color Themes, Flowers3 Comments
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Cars, flowers and the color blue!

April 2, 2015February 9, 2022 bigbertha

I figured I could do a blog post on cars.  Then another blog post on flowers.  But then I thought I could unite the two themes in one blog with a color theme.  And what better color to unite than … Continue reading Cars, flowers and the color blue!

Color Themes, Flowers, Macro Photography, Purple3 Comments
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Spring at the Arboretum: Purple!

March 30, 2015February 9, 2022 bigbertha

Towards the end of my visit at the Dallas Arboretum I dawdled by taking photos of some potted plants near the exit.  I’m glad I did.  Take a look… Image above: f/5.6 1/50 sec ISO:  320 Image above: ISO:  640 … Continue reading Spring at the Arboretum: Purple!

Cars, Chairs, Faux Ads & More5 Comments
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Carpe diem! Drive the Dodge Charger! Buy the Boots!

March 23, 2015February 9, 2022 bigbertha

“What car do you currently drive?” asked the Enterprise employee. Denise:  “A Hyundai Sonata.  I’m fine with a small rental car.” Enterprise employee:  “I can get you in a Dodge Charger.” I thought she was joking but I turned around … Continue reading Carpe diem! Drive the Dodge Charger! Buy the Boots!

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Chairs & Clothespins: A photographer’s delight

December 25, 2014February 9, 2022 bigbertha

It was Christmas Eve and I decided to wander around with my camera for unusual photos.  There were plenty of opportunities to explore. I wandered around with a grin on my face – my eyes wide with wonder.  I was … Continue reading Chairs & Clothespins: A photographer’s delight

New & Abandoned Shoes1 Comment
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New Shoes!

December 9, 2014February 9, 2022 bigbertha

While admiring the shoes at DSW I thought how fun it would be to photograph them!  My friend Kristin and I took photos with our camera phones but it’s not the same. Fortunately, I found some shoes I had to … Continue reading New Shoes!

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