Potting Bench?
Monday night I was inspired by a prompt in Kim Klassen’s Studio to create a still life potting bench . . . of sorts. . . inside. . . in my entry way. I long ago let go of the idea that all still life photographers just come upon these beautiful vignettes in their houses- well, some do- but most often they are created or styled for the camera. Since I was avoiding making dinner, I quickly gathered some pots and garden-y props to create a still life. I enjoyed it so much that I kept it up and took even more the next day.
Here is my first photo. If you’ve been to my house, you might recognize the antique dental cabinet. I had to remove some of the liqueur glasses and little dishes in the cabinets, but missed a few (thank goodness for Photoshop!). I also added some texture to rough it up a bit.
And here are a few other shots from the next morning. I took more time with these, using a tripod so I could slow my shutter to add more light (it has been dismal and rainy here). I used my lensbaby for the first one and edited them all with one of Kim’s presets for a dark and earthy look.
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I love the story this photo tells, with all the parts and pieces of your life, so beautifully staged and captured. The detail in your straw hat is a-MAZING, and I really like the “earthiness” of mood too. Nice work Melinda!
May 6, 2015 at 1:30 am
Really beautiful.
May 6, 2015 at 3:37 am
Brilliant now that is using your creative brain to the highest. Good for you with coming up with this.
May 6, 2015 at 5:33 am
These are outstanding. Your styling is perfect. I especially love the last two. I think these could be on the pages of House Beautiful.
May 6, 2015 at 6:51 am
What a transformation of a familiar spot in your house! Love these!
May 6, 2015 at 8:28 am