I know I’ve been quiet lately, but I promise it’s been for good reason. Boring reason, but good reason nevertheless. (Taxes are boring, yes?)
If it’s any consolation to you, I haven’t been anywhere near a beach. I haven’t even been anywhere near any photos of any beach. I’ve been home, doing the aforementioned boring but necessary things. And in my downtime, I make friends with the withering flowers in my kitchen.
Yes, this is what life is like after a Caribbean cruise and before a transatlantic 20+ hour flight. Welcome to my reality.
Would you like to meet my friends? Yes, they have names. The endless paperwork hasn’t yet completely paralyzed my imagination. (But it’s getting there.)
I call this one Curly. Curly likes horror movies, all kinds of pasta, and has a special affinity for pencil sharpeners. Don’t ask.
This one’s Stripes. Contrary to popular belief, Stripes is actually quite the sensitive dude. He enjoys foggy mornings, classical music (preferably Rachmaninoff), and the fresh scent of Palmolive dishwashing liquid with Oxy power. (The vase sits on my kitchen window ledge above the sink. Just … just humor me.)
Here’s Cascade. Don’t ask her how she’s related to the dishwasher product. She really doesn’t think it’s funny. She’s quite moody, and made me promise not to talk too much about her.
As diverse their personalities are, they really do get along quite well. After all, they share some common roots. (Just … keep humoring me just a little bit longer.)
But try as they might, they can’t hide the fact that deep down inside, they’re a bit jealous of this gal.
She is quite the looker, isn’t she?
I really should get out at some point this week. Really.
lol – yes, time to put down the taxes. I miss your cruise pictures. I’m so ready for another cruise. It’s so hard going from multiple cruises a year to zero. But baby is sure worth it…for now. :)
I like them but I am nuts for upclose flower photos. Thanks for sharing.
These are all beautiful! Did you use a macro?
Wow Ivory–these are AWESOME…what settings did you use on your S5 point and shoot?
I have an S5 series camera–but I’m having some “macro envy.” :))
Wow, these are great. I’ve been doing taxes too. That must be why I can’t remember if I’ve delurked or not. I’ve got the S5 too and I can’t wait for spring so I can take more pics outside.
You don’t need to get out, silly! Those are beautiful shots!! Love em!!!
Beautiful images!
Hi all!
Briony, I used my Raynox DCR-250 for these shots.
Nicole, shutter speed was 1/60 because I used my flash (with a homemade styrofoam diffuser). Aperture was 8, because the Raynox gives you really shallow depth of field anyway. ISO was at 80.
I SO want to get into Macro photography… I tho’t I’d wait a few more months but then you had to go post these fun pictures…. Can I tell my husband it’s your fault?! :)
Best wishes on the upcoming big trip…. may packing be enjoyable, may the person sitting next to you on the plane be enjoyable, may your stay be rewarding and may your trip back home safe. I can’t wait to see pictures!
Thanks for sharing!
I love these photos Ivory! And you gave me a much needed chuckle! lol
ok…and 20+ hours?????? I shudder to think of it…I’d have to be heavily sedated…..unconscious actually…*shudder* Where you going?
these are stunning!! I think Curly is my favorite!! I love how you named them…LOL
I am so glad I came across your blog! I absolutely love those shots! I think I’m using the exclamation mark too much! ha!
I’m a pseudo-amateur photog so I’ve got a long way to go before I can figure out all the smart stuff like aperture and ISO and focal point, lol, but to me, there is nothing so soothing and zen than to get that perfect macro shot. Love it!
Thanks for sharing :O)
Michelle
Just happened to come across your blog tonight in the midst of procrastinating on the writing I was intending to be doing. :) What a fascinating find, lol! I love these beautiful yellow flower pictures, and I laughed out loud at the commentary/introduction of them. Thanks!
Namaste,
Emerald
Hi IvoryHut,
I just came to your blog from Pioneer Woman’s and I just have to say that I also have a Canon Powershot (mine is an S7) and I am IN LOVE with the super macro setting. I have a D100 but find myself reaching for the canon 9 times out of 10. Great photos!
looks like georgia o’keefe…simply beautiful!
Beyond beautiful and into something breathtaking. I’d like to take Curly for a coffee if you don’t mind?
Ohhhhh. You make me want to pull out my camera and get reacquainted with an old desire to produce something beautiful.
You also remind me I need to go do my taxes! Ughhhh
These are GORgeous!
I was sooo hoping you’d say they were SOTC…alas not!
Still really awesome!
I also have an S5 and I love it. i just recently bought a rebel xsi because i hadnt been able to figure out which lenses could be used on the S5…which lenses do you like to use any other accessories ( ie..speedlite, filters?) i would love to see your homemade filter.
I am in love with this picture. I want it as my background on my computer. I came over form pioneerwoman and i bookmarked both of these blogs.
thanks for sharing.