Tuesday, 21 July 2009

Two Earl Grey teas


Over the fence I


Almost blown away

A sudden gust helped me to get this blurred effect. I stood there more firmly and made sure to take another shot, in focus this time, but I still prefer this image, it is more spontaneous and mysterious.

About to bloom

I was walking into town, it was raining and my umbrella was falling apart, then I saw these beautiful leaves and buds, and I had to stop to take the photograph. Afterwards I felt so happy and free as I haven't been for a long while!

Catching the sun rays


The feathery duet


Monday, 20 July 2009

Walking past some flowers last week...


...and then adding some digital manipulation to create a painterly effect.

Sunday, 12 July 2009

Vintage and costume jewellery

I discovered these beautiful fashion accessories in a bric-a-brac shop in a small town in Lancashire, I am going through the "I love everything shiny and glitzy" stage!