Friday Features: Memorable Imagery

Army Boots and Baby's Black Shoes by MemorableImagery

This Friday Feature is full of great photography from Memorable Imagery on Etsy. Read on to learn more about this great artist...

Hello, my shop is Memorable Imagery - memorableimagery.etsy.com and I create Digital Photography. 

My passion for photography dates back to my early childhood with a strong admiration for my family's photo's and the historical value they hold in my heart. Over the years I developed an interest for creating my own photography and it has led me to further schooling and ultimately Etsy.

Occasionally I create hand made items as gifts or for the holidays, but no other art seems to interest me as much as Photography. 

I chose Memorable Imagery as my shop name because it explains exactly what I want my photo's to portray.

Soft Pink Shadow Heart by MemorableImagery

My most popular photograph is "In a Soldier's Footsteps". A little over a year ago it was on exhibit at the Bakersfield Art Gallery "the Foundry" as part of the Wounded Heroes Fund. The personal nature of this photograph touches the hearts of so many who can relate and for those who support the sacrifices the military and their loved ones make.

I sell my work on Etsy here: http://www.etsy.com/shop/MemorableImagery and through word of mouth.

My blog consists of both my Photography and Vintage shop. I write about new items, treasuries, features, recipes, and anything else I find interesting enough to share with others. You can see it here at: memorableimagery.blogspot.com I'm not on any other social networks at this time.

Loving Leaf by Memorable Imagery

I'd like to thank you, Meghann, for the opportunity to be featured in your blog. I love being a Photographer and hope that others will enjoy my art as much as I enjoy creating it. 

As for charity, I have offered assistance in a range of areas, from helping the homeless to organizations such as the Salvation Army. I've been blessed in many ways and enjoy sharing such with others.

Such a great artist, and a wonderful person to match! Thank you for reading about Memorable Imagery, and be sure to see their amazing shop here: http://www.etsy.com/shop/MemorableImagery

Photography Comparisons

Oh my gosh, where has the time gone? Between buying presents, wrapping said presents, baking, cleaning, jewelry-making, inventorying (see previous post, and no, I'm still not done, grrr), and general it's-running-down-to-Christmas-oh-my-gosh-I'm-not-ready-yet the time has just flown by, and I can't believe it's been so long since my last blog post!
I have a question. I've noticed that, since switching to a neutral background, my sales have dropped. Like, a lot. I realize the economy is in the hole (to put it politely), but I have a sneaking suspicion that my photos are part of the problem (with my sales, not with the economy). So I have decided to let YOU tell me which you prefer. I've been going through many jewelry catalogues and seeing how they do their photography, and though I love the look of a white background (which many top jewelry stores, like Tiffany and Birk's, use), I am not sure if it really suits my style of jewelry-making.

So, without further adieu, I give you a bracelet, done on a plain neutral-white background, and then the same bracelet done with some photo styling, color matching and fabrics to create a different feel.

The question is, what do you think? Which do you prefer, and why? Which one makes you want to buy the bracelet more, and why?

I thank you from the bottom of my heart for your feedback.

Have a great day!

Moose on Monday

This is Moose. He's a Neapolitan Mastiff. When he runs, it kind of resembles a tank, there is so much body and so much momentum, it looks like he's never going to stop.

This is Moose running. The only thing that keeps me from being scared of him as he runs full tilt towards me is the fact that his lips and ears seem to reside on a different plane of gravity than the rest of him... it made me laugh so much that it was hard to keep the camera still enough to get good photos.

This is Moose with his "sister", Bella, also a "Neo", showing how well the blend into the scenery.

Another flying lips shot. Makes me smile. Moose has joint problems, which is why he's so skinny, and now, worst of all, has just been diagnosed with incurable bone cancer in his hip. He hasn't got much time left (the vet says 6 months, but his owner says the cancer has doubled in size in the last week, prompting her to think maybe 3 weeks), which is why I was out taking photos for her to have something to remember him by. These are just a few of the 300+ that I got on Saturday morning. God bless you Moose, you're a handsome and entertaining boy.

Tuesday's Treasures: New PhotoAccessories!

Well, here they are, my new photo accessories! I got a mini tripod (I won't tell you what Brennan said it looks like - it was rude!), a remote for my camera so I can take photos of my hands while I work, and a magnification filter for my lens. Now, I haven't figured out quite how the lens filter works best - my camera seems to have a hard time focusing when the filter is on, but I'll play around a bit and let you know how it goes. If I can't use it for jewelry, it isn't a big deal, I can still use it for flower and bug photography. I am so excited to show you my techniques and various other things now! Stay tuned, I'm working on some ideas for you.

The back to school sale is over, but keep checking back for more great sales, specials and jewelry goodness.

I will also be doing a charity of the month post very soon :)

Thoughtful Thursday with Arwen

Hello! It is ME, Arwen the wonder dog and I am here to tell you about my photo shoot with my mommy. See, she is a professional photographer and when daddy said he needed some business photos of him, she did - with the one stipulation that I get some nice photos too!
There was just one problem....I don't like having my photo taken! I look all sad, or worse, scary, because as soon as mommy points the flashy thing at me I lower my ears and try to look cute, not realizing that my lowered ears in photos look mean, Rah ROOH!
Mommy thought that after the first photo she took (at the top), that maybe daddy should come in and help me out....that didn't work, 'cause I thought it was love time and proceeded to try and kiss him and get as many scratches as possible, ri-roh!
When it was apparent that he didn't want to show me affection, I quickly ran out of the room, up the stairs and got my seal. Then I ran all the way back downstairs, and sat in the studio with my seal, ready for my closeup.
Still no perky ears, but I think the seal definitely shows my good side. That is all for now, until next time, my blogger friends :)

Mommy thinks she has a good idea for the next contest, so she says to please keep checking back (as if you wouldn't keep checking back to see more of me! Rah Rooh!)

Wordless Wednesday, or, the Benefits of Good Photography

It speaks for itself.
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Meghann