Donna speaks of telling stories with our still life photos.
All these "stills" were taken with my point and shoot during a recent visit to my sister's house.
I love this one because of the peek at the highchair in the corner.
Now quiet, but patiently waiting to be used by her grandchildren on their visits.
I love that she keeps the vintage wallpaper up in the guest room. A shelf there is filled with
interesting old things, including this elegant little purse sitting so quietly now.
It begs questions from us that will never be answered, but we can guess.
The weddings, balls, banquets it may have been to . . .
The corner cupboard filled with favorite things and family heirlooms.
Always a pleasure to view.
Joining Donna's Photo Challenge today, for the still life challenge.
Great pictures. The first picture does evoke some stories - the highchair in the corner, the imagined view outside the window. And the picture with the purse - I can smell the "old house" smell just looking at the purse and the wallpaper, and can hear many more stories being told. And who doesn't hear a gaggle of female relatives whenever they see a group of teacups!
ReplyDeleteYour pics are so good, each telling a story of your family. I can imagine a little one tucked into that high chair - and it's taken at a great angle partly viewed through the etched glass plate. The teacups and plates etc. are beautiful - and the tiny lamp does such a nice job illuminating everything inn the cabinet. My favorite is the evening bag 'slouched' against the pretty vintage wallpaper - I can feel the weight of it and yes, surely it attended many memorable functions, carrying a pretty handkerchief, perhaps opera glasses, and a rosy pink lipstick!!!
ReplyDeleteNice job - wasn't it a fun challenge!
Mary
These are all so lovely...and I really like that vintage wallpaper :)
ReplyDeleteThe first is my favorite because of that 'peek' at the highchair in the corner. Love it!
ReplyDeleteReally nice photos. I love the last one best, but I like the one with the high chair in the corner as well.
ReplyDeleteDeanna
I especially love the old evening bag!!!! Mmmmm, what delightful stories could be woven, about that. :-)))
ReplyDeleteI recently did a sort-of-similar post... About telling a story, based on the old painting, which I was using for my Header, at that time.
It's so nice to come up with a different take, on something we post about. Keeps us on our toes. ,-)
Tessa~
"Here there be musing" blog
I love the first one with the background out of focus...makes if feel so dreamy. And I love vintage things and family treasures. What wonderful photos for the challenge! Hugs, Diane
ReplyDeleteI love the last picture,Lynn...such a great combination of colors!
ReplyDeleteEvery picture tells a story for sure. I love the shiny purse sitting on the shelf. Stoppin by from the photo challenge.
ReplyDeleteI love the stories you tell with your photos, Dotsie! I might as well just say that I love all of them...the peek at the high chair, the sparkling evening bag, and the beautiful array of dishes! Great "stills"!
ReplyDeleteYour photos tell lovely stories, Dotsie! Glimpses of the past with the purse, and at the present/future with the high chair and fruit. Teacups and dishes always evoke family and friends gathered round. Lovely tales.
ReplyDeleteLove the one of the little purse; I find it relaxing somehow.
ReplyDeleteThere is definitely a story behind each of your photos and it is fun to imagine them. I sure like the vintage wallpaper.
ReplyDeleteOh, I can tell that you put some thought into this assignment! Love the thought of the high chair in the background of the first one. It says that children can be in residence! The scene in the corner cupboard speaks of a cozy home. And the second one is my favorite. A simple and powerful composition. Even the way the vintage purse slumps and leans adds to the story! Well done, sweetie!
ReplyDeleteOh Dotsie, these are WONDERFUL still life photos. I love the thought behind your photos...it makes them so much more special. I have to admit, I love vintage wallpapered rooms...shhhh...don't tell anyone! :)
ReplyDeleteYes you did tell a story. These photo's express such warmth that it makes me want to visit this place. Just wonderful!
ReplyDeleteA lovely post Podso.
ReplyDeleteThose little purses are very much in fashion again. Yes, i bet that one , has some stories to tell.
love your still photo of the mangos.
happy weekend. val
I love these photos and the 'stillness' of the items in them and what they represent in their past history. Weekend blessings. Pam
ReplyDeleteThese are really very nice. I have to tell you, we have what looks like the same evening purse
ReplyDeletethat was my mother's. :)
I love the bling captured in the purse! This month's challenge was a learning experience for me! Your photos are very pretty and certainly display the still life challenge at its best. I am new to your blog and just became a follower! Thank you for sharing! xxDazee
ReplyDeleteThis was just fun to read and look out....yes the story behind the photographs, the things we usually don't think about. Great photos and post
ReplyDeleteLovely and still, i enjoyed this post.
ReplyDeleteDiana
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Wonderful images and loved that last one as if I was looking in through a shop window.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos. I loved the last one too!
ReplyDeleteGreat shots! I love vintage, I wish I had room to keep a lot of vintage stuff. Great execution of the assignment!
ReplyDeleteMy favorite photo is the last one--looking into the lighted cabinet makes me feel I'm looking into someone's much-loved home through a lighted window as I pass by.
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