Photo 365 - Day 166 (Light Gap)

Day 166 (December 16th, 2010)
Title: Light Gap

We have made it!  I'm finally done with the pictures of the little plastic containers!  At least until next time...  So, lets go over what I've learned from this experiment.  First, I should never be allowed into the Container Store.  I am a 'crack addict' when it comes to small container-y things.  I blame the drugs, mostly vitamin C ("C", for container!).  Secondly, I learned one flash with a reflector on it provide plenty of light to create some nice shadow effects.  Third, a small light/reflector makes for some harsh (aka: non-soft) shadows, and probably not the best lighting method for taking portraits of people.  Normally photos of people look better with softer shadows.  I can get the softer look by either a) getting a larger reflector or b) using a large diffusing umbrella.  This certainly gives me some ideas for new photos. 

And the most important thing that I got from this whole event was, anything can be a 'muse' for art - even little plastic containers! 

Enjoy

Photo 365 - Day 165 (Light Maze)

Day 165 (December 15th, 2010)
Title: Light Maze

Yes, I am in fact still using these silly plastic containers!  Will the fun never stop!  Actually, it will I've got one more after this one and then I'm moving on to something completely new and yet just as strangely annoying!  Woo! 

I'll give you the 'Readers Digest' version of this shot: Plastic things, new angle, shadow, light, nifty.  See, we are getting streamlined around here!  If this series bored you, or you just weren't that interested in it, I do hope you stick around for some new stuff starting tomorrow.  And if you did like it, well, you're just as sick as I am! 

Enjoy!

Photo 365 - Day 163 (Wall of Light)

Day 163 (December 13th, 2010)
Title: Wall of Light

A haiku for today's post:


Little plastic box
With light, art projects from you
With darkness it shines

That's right, I went all artisy!  I've got a haiku right here and I'm not afraid to use it!

Okay, back to the photo.  Another shot using small plastic boxes, although this time its a different arrangement - I stacked them in a staggered wall and shot the wall and shadows from many different angles.  I though this was did the best job of capturing that "wall" feel but at the same time creating some nice shadows.

Enjoy!

Photo 365 - Day 162 (Plastic Rainbow)

Day 162 (December 12th, 2010)
Title: Plastic Rainbow

Continuing with my abstracts of little plastic thingies, today I'm doing a macro of the structure.  I really enjoyed this picture because it shows some interesting rainbow effects from the flash hitting the imperfect plastic. I know this particular project was about shadows and highlights, but sometimes you just have to "go with the flow" and so here's a color photo to break up the shots! 

Ps: Remember, if you want to see the details of the rainbows, you can click on the picture for a larger view.  

Enjoy!

Photo 365 - Day 160 (Doorways and Windows #2)

Day 160 (December 10th, 2010)
Title: Doorways and Windows #2

A continuation of my work from yesterday - Same general setup (small containers and single flash), but this time is a different perspective and angle.   While I realize the subject matter is a bit "bland", I am happy with the the way the shadows (and highlights) are playing off these small structures.  I relate this exercise to that of painters using those little wooden figurines to see how the light falls on them depending on how they are posed and where the light is coming from.  Hmm.  That gives me a good idea!  Coming soon - Wooden Guy Photos! 

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!