Photo 365 - Day 161 (Doorways and Windows #3)

Day 161 (December 11th, 2010)
Title: Doorways and Windows #3

 This is the third in my Doorways and Windows session, and I have to say I'm still enjoying them.  I feel like I'm channeling my inner "lego builder" from 25 years ago.  Hmm.  That gives me ANOTHER idea!  Time to dig out the legos!  I'm sure I could think of all kinds of silly photos with them. 

As for this one, it is again of the small bead containers, only more of a close-up shot (compared to 1 and 2, which were more wide-angle).  I'm still very much enjoying the light and dark elements and how the are playing off each other.

Enjoy!

Photo 365 - Day 159 (Doorways and Windows #1)

Day 159 (December 9th, 2010)
Title: Doorways and Windows #1

I've decided to do a little more abstract work this week (continuing from the previous days shots).  I'm starting with just playing with shadows and lighting on a small scale.  I'm using a rotating platform and a fixed, single flash to give a really contrasty effect and really exaggerate the shadows and highlights.  These are small "bead" holders (the itty-bitty beads that crafters use to make bracelets and the like). I personally like how it goes from a nearly white in the top left to a near black in the bottom right.  Totally meant for that to happen (lie). 

Enjoy!