Another month of Capture Your 365, inspired by Katrina Kennedy. Using Katrina's May Project 365 Idea List, my not-quite 365 photography project for this year is to look through the lens with a more creative eye and to focus a little more on the technical aspect of photography.
A few things I noticed while capturing and editing images for the month of May:
- While I enjoy playing with some of the more trendy effects of photo editing my preference (particularly for images to be printed) is crisp bold colors with contrast, detail and texture.
- A goal for this month was minimal editing and no actions. As close to SOOC as possible. Simple levels adjustment and sharpen.
- I like fill-the-frame shots and white space.
- Checking the levels and needing minimal adjustment, if any, makes me smile (literally).
- Next month I will continue to strive for SOOC with an emphasis on improving focus and clarity.
Some of my CY365 favorites for the month of May:
Prompt: Flowers
After the long and dreary winter seeing the beautiful colors is an extra special delight.
Prompt: Fiesta
Ingredients for my guacamole recipe. A favorite in the Conyers' home.
Prompt: Part or Piece
The parts for one of my favorite protein smoothies.
Prompt: Dinner
One of my favorite dinners, Spice Rubbed Shrimp Tacos.
Prompt: Edible
Alec's favorite breakfast, strawberry pancakes at Waffle House.
Prompt: A Portion
A just-right portion size for a sweet treat.
Prompt: From the Garden
Fresh herbs.
Prompt: Strawberries
A summer favorite.
Prompt: Nature
Alec and I enjoyed a day at a Go Green festival. Something he feels strongly about.
Prompt: Memory
Alec's last year at LJS. He's ready for high school.
Here is a complete list of blogs participating in todays blog hop! (Note: the blog hop will go live by all participants no later than 8 AM EST (Eastern Standard Time). Allow for adjustments in time zones.
Take some time to visit the other blog hop blogs for a glimpse of Capture Your 365. You won't be disappointed.
Your next stop on the CY365 Blog Hop is Laura at http://www.mom2nick.typepad.com/.
Your photos are fabulous, love the principles you use :) Looking forward to your collection next month. Enjoy your Sunday, Jill.
Posted by: Lee Currie | June 05, 2011 at 07:04 AM
Thank you Lee.
Jill Conyers
My Blog: http://jillconyers.typepad.com/
How often in life we complete a task that was beyond the capability of the person we were when we started it. ~Robert Brault
Posted by: jillconyers | June 05, 2011 at 07:54 AM
Oh your photos are gorgeous Jill! I couldn't help but notice that your food photos are considerably healthier options than mine!! I shall look forward to seeing more SOOC shots next month.
Thanks for organising the hop again! :)
Posted by: Kate | June 05, 2011 at 08:59 AM
Beautiful photos. I am hooked on Starbuck's Carrot Cupcakes. They are just the right size.
Posted by: sharon linne faulk | June 05, 2011 at 09:21 AM
Absolutely love your photos!!!!
Posted by: Photographing Mom | June 05, 2011 at 11:42 AM
You make healthy options look so wonderful. I'm in the process of being more aware of what I eat. You're photos inspire me to continue moving forward. Beautiful!
Posted by: Christi | June 05, 2011 at 06:28 PM
Jill, I appreciate the time you take each month to organize this for us. Hope that your inlaws are doing well.
Your photos are lovely. I agree. The fill the frame shots are my favorite of yours this month.
Posted by: Kathleen Ducharme | June 05, 2011 at 08:02 PM
Loving your photos Jill, they are beautiful crisp shots. I can't pick a favourite because there are a few of them. Have a wonderful weekend!
Posted by: Tracy Anne Little | June 05, 2011 at 08:07 PM
Love your photos ... let's just say, you have made me very hungry.
Posted by: Laura Toriello | June 06, 2011 at 10:35 AM
Love your yummi food photos :D
Posted by: anneberit | June 06, 2011 at 03:54 PM
Jill, love seeing your photos all together and ABSOLUTELY love the SOOC effort. Thank you for getting this blog hop hopping!
Posted by: Katrina Kennedy | June 06, 2011 at 10:19 PM
Thank you Katrina!
Jill Conyers
My Blog: http://jillconyers.typepad.com/
How often in life we complete a task that was beyond the capability of the person we were when we started it. ~Robert Brault
Posted by: jillconyers | June 07, 2011 at 04:32 AM
Thank you Laura :)
Jill Conyers
My Blog: http://jillconyers.typepad.com/
How often in life we complete a task that was beyond the capability of the person we were when we started it. ~Robert Brault
Posted by: jillconyers | June 07, 2011 at 04:43 AM
Thank you Kate. I hope to have more SOOC and less PSE.
Jill Conyers
My Blog: http://jillconyers.typepad.com/
How often in life we complete a task that was beyond the capability of the person we were when we started it. ~Robert Brault
Posted by: jillconyers | June 11, 2011 at 07:33 PM
Thank you Sharon.
Jill Conyers
My Blog: http://jillconyers.typepad.com/
How often in life we complete a task that was beyond the capability of the person we were when we started it. ~Robert Brault
Posted by: jillconyers | June 11, 2011 at 07:33 PM
Thank you so much!
Jill Conyers
My Blog: http://jillconyers.typepad.com/
How often in life we complete a task that was beyond the capability of the person we were when we started it. ~Robert Brault
Posted by: jillconyers | June 11, 2011 at 07:34 PM
Thank you Christi. Your kind words mean a lot.
Jill Conyers
My Blog: http://jillconyers.typepad.com/
How often in life we complete a task that was beyond the capability of the person we were when we started it. ~Robert Brault
Posted by: jillconyers | June 11, 2011 at 07:34 PM
Thank you Kathleen. Thankfully my in-laws are doing well. Better than most. Hope you will join again next month.
Jill Conyers
My Blog: http://jillconyers.typepad.com/
How often in life we complete a task that was beyond the capability of the person we were when we started it. ~Robert Brault
Posted by: jillconyers | June 11, 2011 at 07:35 PM
Thank you :)
Jill Conyers
My Blog: http://jillconyers.typepad.com/
How often in life we complete a task that was beyond the capability of the person we were when we started it. ~Robert Brault
Posted by: jillconyers | June 11, 2011 at 07:36 PM