16 August 2011

Photo on Pointe

Photo Credit: John Malone

If I'm shooting straight with you, I don't really feel like blogging today. I need a day off, a day more disconnected. And that's exactly what I plan on having! But I didn't want to leave you completely hanging, instead I came to share a beautiful photo my husband took yesterday.

John has been trying to learn more about the art of digital photography and, in an effort to improve his shots, has started doing the weekly photograph challenge over at the Digital Photography School. This week's challenge is "shoes" so I dusted off my old pointe shoes and let him work his magic. I thought this one turned out lovely, and looks almost like a water color painting with all the yellow and blue hues in it.

What do you think of this picture?



P.S. It's amazing the difference 20 pounds makes when supporting your entire body on your toes. My ballerina days are clearly over... 




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23 comments:

  1. Donna @ Life of a Happy BlondeAugust 16, 2011 at 9:01 AM

    I love this photo!!! And i love that its you in it, good job, you still have it and your hubby takes some pretty great photos :o)

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  2. Caitlin PyleAugust 16, 2011 at 9:15 AM

    that's an awesome picture!

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  3. onesixthreechirpAugust 16, 2011 at 9:49 AM

    Awesome photo! John have a talented photography skill.

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  4. sherri lynnAugust 16, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    This is a great picture! I love how the shiny texture came through.

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  5. {The Perfect Palette}August 16, 2011 at 10:10 AM

    hope you enjoy your day of being disconnected :)

    xo, chrissy
    The Perfect Palette

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  6. GentriAugust 16, 2011 at 10:36 AM

    haha! Totally know what you mean about "ballerina days being over" mine are very much gone. Sad but true. haha!

    This photo is LOOOVELY! he did an awesome job!

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  7. OneikaAugust 16, 2011 at 12:14 PM

    Wow, amazing pic! I didn't realize that you were a former ballerina!

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  8. Hannah {Culture Connoisseur}August 16, 2011 at 12:16 PM

    Oneika- Oh I wouldn't go so far as to say that. I never danced professionally...just for fun through high school. :)

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  9. amy graceAugust 16, 2011 at 12:30 PM

    Awesome picture! How long did you study ballet? Oh, well, you answered that. Crazy!

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  10. Elizabeth @ Love Is the AdventureAugust 16, 2011 at 12:46 PM

    I'm super impressed that you can still do pointe! That's a hard thing! The picture is gorgeous.

    I'm glad you're taking a day away from blogging. So healthy and good!

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  11. Silvia NegrettiAugust 16, 2011 at 12:47 PM

    Wow! your husband is really talented!
    I was a (not professional) ballerina for many years too, so i like this photo much more!
    xoxo
    S
    http://s-fashion-avenue.blogspot.com

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  12. bon bonAugust 16, 2011 at 1:25 PM

    this is lovely! and i like his processing work too!

    i refer to that website from time to time too. it offers tons of great tips! :o)

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  13. Ashley {hudson's happenings}August 16, 2011 at 2:59 PM

    WOW! I didn't know you were a ballerina! So cool! :)

    Your husband is super talented...this photo is AWESOME! It does look like a painting! Perfect!

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  14. Thelma FrayneAugust 16, 2011 at 3:54 PM

    Yes, the photo is great. John is doing well!

    And ouch, yes, I feel your pain. Fair play for doing it!!

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  15. SiennaAugust 16, 2011 at 4:04 PM

    that is an absolutely breathtaking photo. i miss ballet so much, im gonna start again next month when i move!

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  16. Vanisha @ Vanisha's Life in...FijiAugust 16, 2011 at 5:40 PM

    What an amazing picture! Good job H and J :)

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  17. Mrs. PancakesAugust 16, 2011 at 10:32 PM

    this is a great shot...kudos to the hubby!

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  18. Oh my Dior!August 17, 2011 at 1:29 AM

    I wish I could know ballet!

    http://www.ohmydior.org/

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  19. Tamra {ever swoon}August 17, 2011 at 10:46 AM

    As a former ballerina, I approve this post!! Gorgeous image. xo

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  20. BrissaAugust 17, 2011 at 11:30 PM

    what the what?! i could have sworn i commented on this! anyway, i love this picture. i had no idea you danced ballet. pointe shoes have always fascinated me. the laces, what dancers can do with them. incredible.

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  21. Rebecca SimmondsAugust 18, 2011 at 4:21 AM

    Ahh, Ballet. My days of ballet are over too, i never had good turn out and they said I had a wonderfully poised head, and if only they could cut off my body. lol Great picture.

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  22. Tessies HeartsAugust 18, 2011 at 7:21 PM

    Ah, he's doing well...a really lovely photo, love the lighting :-)

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  23. Stephanie @ henry happenedAugust 19, 2011 at 10:36 PM

    That is beautiful! So fun to know that you danced in high school. I loved taking classes but was never that good :)

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