I have been admiring the beautiful photos I have seen on flickr with lens flare and have been determined to get the concept down myself. This was my first practice session trying to achieve that look. My sister Morgan, patiently sat for me while I fiddled with my settings and took a bazillion shots. (She and her husband were actually over for dinner when we noticed the timing was perfect for an impromptu photo shoot). This one was one of our favorites. I threw in a little added texture and vintage color effects to soften the look even more. I just love the finished photo. I still need some more practice, but I think I'm getting there....
This is beautiful and your sister is so beautiful as well. I think you've captured everything just right and the texturizing and vintage coloring really made this a stand out. Well done!
Posted by: Robin | August 02, 2008 at 11:14 PM
looks great!
working Sat night again huh?
k-
Posted by: kasey | August 03, 2008 at 05:14 AM
hey there doll,
gorgeous!!!
congrats on the artful blogging article.
Kim Caldwell is one of my best friends. her blog is beautiful,
you are so amzing.
you will be so very busy in the next few months.
oxooxox,
jessi
Posted by: jessi nagy | August 03, 2008 at 06:50 AM
This is such a gorgeous photo! You did a great job!!! I would say you have it!
Posted by: Cindy (Junque Art) | August 03, 2008 at 06:57 AM
I like that effect, sweetpea! Outta try it myself although I'm just learning how to get certain effects! Love photo shoots though. Sharpening my skills ain't easy for an old lady, ya know!!!!
Smoochies,
Connie
Posted by: Connie | August 03, 2008 at 07:19 AM
that photo is ethereal and simply stunning. i've captured lens flare a few times
completely by accident, of course. but that photo is a work of art.
xo
Posted by: Stephanie Howell | August 03, 2008 at 10:16 AM
Wow! What an amazing shot. Your talent knows no bounds. Truly beautiful. Yes I think you're mastering this technique. Thanks for sharing and I am hoping for more.
Posted by: Jeanne | August 03, 2008 at 10:30 AM
Lovely pic, can I have some of that curl....please?
Posted by: Bridgette | August 03, 2008 at 11:52 AM
as someone who works with pro photogs all the time YOU NAILED IT!!!!!!!!
I see a career in your future! :))))))
xooxxo
Posted by: sonia | August 03, 2008 at 01:46 PM
Wow Sara,
that is AMAZING! I l-O-V-E lens flair! :) You did a great job with this capture, and your sister looks stunning!
Posted by: Nikki | August 03, 2008 at 02:08 PM
Wow, beautiful!!
I have an award for you on my blog!!
Muriel xx
Posted by: Muriel | August 04, 2008 at 05:16 AM
This is a beautiful photo. You are a wonderful artist. I love my daily visits to your blog.
Smiles ~ Ramona
Posted by: Ramona Owen | August 04, 2008 at 07:24 AM