Jan 9, 2014

Hellebore studies

When I took this bunch of hellebores home from the flower market today (did you see the little bouquet I made myself? So happy!), I didn't know they would completely droop within minutes. I had to capture their beauty before they became a quick waste of money. I shot these with the Sony a7r and one strobe light. This camera is unbelievably sharp and performed quite well in this still life study.

I'm thinking some of these might make a nice print set.





15 comments :

  1. Oh my, yes! Prints would be incredible. I just love the drama of black and white...

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  2. I love how the paper seems imprinted by the weight of the flowers. yes to prints!

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  3. I’m don’t usually write comments, but this time I just feel a need to do it. This looks beautiful, I love this. Thank you for sharing it with us!

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  4. Oh, that was fast! Yes, I definitely saw the beauty you created on IG. I can't believe they started drooping that fast, but wow Alice, you captured it beautifully. Definitely got your money's worth, and they'd make incredible prints!

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  5. These are stunning. Beautiful and quietly composed. Love your work!!

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  6. Wonderful studies! I do love hellebores and quite a few are ready to open blooms in my garden -- but they're always frustrating as cut flowers. Some gardeners/florists have success with tricks like pricking them along the stems, etc., but I've learned to admire them just where they are. Or beautifully composed and photographed by a clever eye. . .

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  7. beautiful photos.
    ha, i was going to ask you when you'll post some photos with the a7r, but there you go!
    i love your work.

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  8. gorgeous - these would make an awesome print set :)

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  9. Wow, the photos came out beautifully!

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  10. these are so gorgeous! love how up close and detailed the shots are.

    xx, valerie at lily on fillmore

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  11. I love these! They are so simple and yet beautiful! Natural light, right?

    http://taleofthegreat.com

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