Saturday, February 6, 2010

Look Mom, No Flash!

Last Monday, I started my DSLR class at a local art center (only 3 blocks away!). So far, it's been helpful and I haven't used the flash on my camera since. I'll probably be posting more photography on the blog as I get more familiar with my camera... this was only week 1 of my 8 week class!

I had an assignment this week to take pictures using full manual mode and the modes were you choose the aperture (Av) or the shutter speed (Tv). Here's what I'm going to bring to the class on Monday. Click on any of them to see its full description on flickr.

Thread Rainbow


Ninja Clock


Oh! Hello.


Bowling


Bowling



And here's one more in memory of my dad's aunt who was an absolutely wonderful woman who passed away unexpectedly this week. My parents found this slide in a box full of old photos/slides in the basement. Don't you wonder where they were off to?
In memory...
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  1. ZonnahFebruary 6, 2010 at 11:41 PM

    Very cool! I can't wait to hear more about your assignments :)

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  2. hFebruary 7, 2010 at 12:16 AM

    In lieu of a course, I bought a book that incorporates basic photography + the specifics of the XSi. It's working pretty well so far.

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  3. Anne at Film and ThreadFebruary 7, 2010 at 5:07 AM

    Kris, these are great photos! You really were able to do so much with playing with depth of field and shutter speed and no flash looks SO good. It will be exciting to see all your new assignment photos!

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  4. elleFebruary 7, 2010 at 8:45 AM

    That's great. Photos are frustrating this week. I may need to read my manual! 8^)

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  5. Cheryl ArkisonFebruary 7, 2010 at 9:48 AM

    Love the thread photo. And that first bowling photo is great!
    Enjoy your class!

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  6. PaigeAlaineFebruary 7, 2010 at 10:08 AM

    Kris, technology is passing me by at lightning speed so I'm curious what kind of camera you're using? I still have my old Canon 35mm but now that I've gone to a digital PowerShot for convenience I miss playing with all the settings! I'm also jealous how you organize your bobbins - what are the blue plastic thingys?

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  7. AmyFebruary 7, 2010 at 2:52 PM

    LOVE those first three. Gorgeous! I took a photography class last summer and have rarely used the flash since either. Natural light rocks. :)

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  8. RobinFebruary 7, 2010 at 6:01 PM

    Your photos all look great! Sounds like the class is definitely a worthwhile one. :)

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  9. Julie @ Jaybird QuiltsFebruary 7, 2010 at 7:44 PM

    thanks for sharing!! it looks like you are enjoying class & learning lots!

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  10. RobynFebruary 8, 2010 at 12:21 AM

    wait a minute ... I think that's the most genius idea I've ever seen -- keeping the bobbins on top of the thread they go with? Why have I not thought of this!?

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  11. sallgoodFebruary 9, 2010 at 12:21 AM

    Okay, you've convinced me- gotta take a photo class! (I even have a free one that came with my camera... that's now two years old! Wonder if I can still take the class??)

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  12. TriciaFebruary 9, 2010 at 8:11 AM

    Great pics!

    How did you get your photos from flickr into your blog like that? Flickr has not been cooperating lately and I can't drag/drop my pictures into blogger anymore. Thanks!

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  13. JessicaFebruary 10, 2010 at 7:19 PM

    I almost took that class! Huge bummer! I'll have to take it next time around!!!

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