In the final Lens-Artists photo challenge for 2018, Ann-Christine asks us to review our photos of the past year and share some favourites.
There are threads that run through all my photography: preferred subjects, lenses, and styles of composition. Food, flowers, beaches and art are always well-represented in the archive.
My enjoyment of food photography is a natural extension of my passion for food. What I like best about the shot above is that it was my first (and only) “take.” I don’t have a dedicated studio, and have to construct a set-up for every shoot. Because I’ve done the close-up-on-black-background style of photography before, I was able to set this up really quickly and got the shot I wanted first time.
What’s not to love about dramatic landscapes?
Or beautiful flowers?
I like the shots below because they not only remind me of a great visit to Sydney to indulge in my passion for art, but about being in the right place at the right time.
This year, my interest in art has taken a new direction with an on-going commission to photograph the life of a friend’s art studio. Because it’s both a working and teaching space, I have suddenly found myself learning to take portraits — not only of a dear friend but also the many students she teaches, and a couple of events the studio has hosted.
I’ve chosen the portraits above, not because I think they are necessarily great photos, but because they represent moments in women’s lives that I was privileged to be able to share.
My favourite photograph of 2018 is another portrait.
The Big T, with whom I’ve shared my life for 32 years, doesn’t generally like being photographed, so allowing me to point my camera at him is an act of generosity, if not love. For which I am really grateful.
Wishing you all a very happy and creative year ahead.
Amazing, amazing, amazing. Incredible photos, Sue. Such talent. Love the landscape ones.
The Big T looks nice. 🙂 (And obviously a good bloke.)
LikeLiked by 3 people
Thank you so much 🙏 He is a very good bloke!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Well said. I couldn’t say it better 🙂
LikeLiked by 2 people
🙏
LikeLike
Just love your pick of photos, Su.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks Tracy. Happy New Year and I hope you are feeling better.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Somewhat better, Su. Thank you.
LikeLiked by 1 person
🙂
LikeLike
Marvellous set of images, Su! A Happy, Healthy and Creative New Year to you in 2019!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks so much Sue
LikeLiked by 1 person
😊
LikeLiked by 1 person
Happy New Year 🥂💕🎉
LikeLiked by 1 person
Happy New Year 😀
LikeLiked by 1 person
Wishing you a wonderful new year 🎉🎊🥂
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks so much. Happy New Year to you.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Same to you, Su! I hope you continue to use your gift, in your work in capturing womens’ lives. I love what you are doing and hope to see more of it in 2019.
Deb
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you so much. I would really like to do more portraits. I know so many cool women who radiate such beauty in their strength and resilience 😀
LikeLiked by 1 person
You are very talented with an artists eye for a wide ranging portfolio. Thank you for introducing us to Big T. Wishing you health, especially in the leg department and happiness with lots of photo ops in 2019
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks so much Pauline
LikeLiked by 1 person
I love your photography (except that the foodie shots always make me drool which is not a good look) and your creativeness. I see no examples of your lovely sewing here, which are also truly creative works of art. Best of luck in the new year Su with all your plans. And I look forward to seeing more of your photos. HNY to you and Big T and the boy 😀
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks so much Jude. 😀
LikeLiked by 1 person
LikeLike
I’ve enjoyed your photos this year, and I’m looking forward to more in 2019!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you so much. Happy New Year Andrea.
LikeLike
I am happy to say I remember these all! I hope 2019 brings you an easier year, and I look forward to more beautiful images (and maybe some genealogy???). Happy New Year!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks so much Amy. Happy New Year to you also. I’m hoping to have more time (and energy) for genealogy too.
LikeLiked by 1 person
i love your choices as always, and have a wonderful new year )
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you. Happy New Year to you too.
LikeLiked by 1 person
These are great Su! i really love the garage.
LikeLiked by 1 person
😀
LikeLike
Such great photos, Su. I particularly like the B&W with the woman holding her head in her hand. She looks like I feel most days….**what in the heck do I do now??!** 🙂 Happy New Year to you!
LikeLiked by 2 people
Thanks so much. She was working on fitting pieces into a collage 😀
Wishing you and your family all the very best for 2019
LikeLiked by 1 person
Have a very Happy New Year.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you. All the best to you too.
LikeLike
Fabulous choice here and your great guy T has a GOOD face; ie he most certainly has a good character too…. So, good choices all round!
Have a very beautiful, photo-rich, healthy, serene and happy New Year, my new friend. Let’s lift our glass to a surely wonderful 2019!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you so much. All the best to you too.
LikeLiked by 1 person
A wonderful gallery. I love the lady with the disgruntled look (or maybe she was just concentrating really hard). Great portrait of Big T too. Happy New Year to you all.
LikeLiked by 2 people
Thanks Anabel. I think it was concentration 😂 Wishing you and yours a happy, healthy and enjoyable year ahead.
LikeLiked by 1 person
We haven’t quite made it to 2019, but you are there and I hope it is a good one.
Leslie 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks so much Leslie. 😀
LikeLiked by 1 person
😀
LikeLiked by 1 person
Wonderful images Su, and your portraits are terrific! New year blessings to you and yours
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks so much Tina; it’s definitely taken me out of my comfort zone.
LikeLike
A wonderful gallery! Talented in many directions – and I love your portraits. I find them difficult, but you are already a pro! Happy New Year!
LikeLike
Beautiful gallery. Tell your fella he’s a handsome dude! Have a great New Year!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Will do. Thanks. Wishing you and Garry a happy and healthy New Year.
LikeLike
I so admire your talent for photography. And Morning Walk gives me a warm, wonderful feeling, so thank you for that one in particular. Keep it up in 2019! Helping to spread beauty throughout the world . . .
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you. I was so happy with that photo. It is a place I pass on virtually every walk I take, and it’s normally very uninspiring.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Not here!
LikeLiked by 1 person
As you hopefully know – I love ALL of you photographs, Su! So this post is a real treat because it combines your many talents in that field perfectly! It’s rare for a photographer to be so good at that many different disciplines but you do and it’s a privilege to be able to witness your process in becoming that amazing artist I know you are. I love your landscapes because they catch so much magic in that one moment. I love your food shots because – surprise, surprise! – I love your food. I love your portraits because they let people shine in their inner light that’s so often hidden from view. And I love your macros because they give us that sense of magic in the small things that often matter most. Thank you, my friend! Xxxxxxxx
LikeLiked by 2 people
Thank you so much my friend. I really appreciate your comments, and love that you enjoy the photos. xxxx.
LikeLiked by 1 person
You´re most welcome, Su, and I mean it! Have a lovely weekend! xxxxx
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you 🙏 Today is bread-baking day so I’m tied to home but with lots of enforced pottering and relaxing time 😀
LikeLiked by 1 person
This gallery is one of the nicest I have ever seen. The still life of the plums is superb and all the portraits are very special, I feel absolutely drawn to them. You are a very gifted photographer! Wishing you many happy moments with camera in 2019. ❤
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you so, so much. I feel honoured that you like my photos. Looking forward to seeing more of your beautiful (and informative) posts this year.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Lovely. 🙂 The last one made me smile because he is so down with it. After your introduction I expected some reticence. I wish you a great year in all the senses.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you so much 🙏
LikeLiked by 1 person
Great photos. I love the first one. Well, I like them all, but that one especially!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks so much 🙏
LikeLike
Pingback: The Curse of the Lost Postcards | Art Expedition
Great photos. My favorite is the old garage. It reminds me of my Dads shed on the farm in Kaitaia. I love the mood of the sky in the photo. Beautiful.
LikeLiked by 1 person
So glad you like it. I love old sheds and derelict buildings.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Me too. I like the way building evolve with time and take on personality.
LikeLiked by 1 person