So I was looking through my photo files today to make a calendar for my office...a little late but I felt like doing it now I have a few days off to re-connect with the creative...it was good looking through 2012...some of the images had almost been forgotten and the first half of the year seems like such a long time ago! I thought I'd share a few of my favourite images from 2012 before moving forward into 2013...
Lots of textures being tested in January :)
I enjoy making painterly textures...
Using plain light backgrounds is best for texture use so they show up...
One of the first pictures in the spring sunshine...glorious!
I was obsessed with Ranunculas in the spring...beautiful flowers...
A macro Narcissus bringing some much needed colour in the spring...
I used my texture "Kiss and Tell" here...
One of the first pics of Izzy in May...
Using coloured mounting board for backgrounds for some still life...
My love of Roses grows each year...
One of my last blooms in the Autumn...
Looking for the last flowers, I was pleased to find these...
Izzy begins to settle in...
Taking flight into art again...
One of my first paintings for nearly 20 years...
Testing out some photoshop actions I made to complement my textures...
Turns out Izzy feels the cold and loves wearing these pj's!
I had intended to devote this post to my word for 2013...I started having a word for the year a few years ago...I find it focuses me and gives me something positive to think about, like a mantra...setting intentions is a common practise this time of year but I find that keeping things simple and really spending some time considering what I want to achieve in the coming months really is a good practise, and having a general but steady intention for the year can shape our choices in subtle and more tangible ways too...more on that next time as I wanted to say goodbye and thank you to 2012 today...it's been a big year of positive change for me and I'm so looking forward to 2013 because of it!
Thank you for stopping by...here's wishing you a very happy, healthy and creative 2013...I look forward to enjoying all your creativity throughout the year once again :)
linking with: Diana Rambles, macro monday, this or that thursday,photo art friday, photo friday, weekend flowers, weekly topshot
so beautiful & wonderful, all of them! =)
ReplyDeleteI totally enjoyed reviewing your beautiful work! All the best to you in 2013, Ruth! I have my word for 2013 written on a sticky note, stuck to my computer, for me to think about before I commit to it...
ReplyDeleteThanks Barb, I'm doing the same thing with my word ;)
DeleteWow, wow, wow. I can see why you chose each photo. For me, the Narcissus is absolutely breathtaking. And of course any photo with Izzy in it is super special. Wishing you much success and happiness for 2013! Can't wait to see what your word will be!
ReplyDeleteThanks Gail, happy new year!
DeleteStunning post
ReplyDeleteMuy bellas todas las imágenes, pero por alguna razón Izzy es mi preferido!! Un abrazo grande y feliz 2013 para ti!
ReplyDeleteEnjoyed your favorites, Ruth, so lovely !
ReplyDeleteIzzy is so cute !
I've already choosen my word, it's 'trust'.
Wishing you all the best for 2013 !
Sylvia
Thanks Sylvia, trust is a very good word, something we can all use more of too :)
DeleteYour photos leave me speechless. How do you do that???? Thank you for following my blog too. :) Happy New Year!!
ReplyDelete:) Thank you! You are very kind..please come back soon ;)
DeleteThese are all simply stunning, Ruth. You really inspire me with your texture work. And your images of Izzy are breathtaking. Wow!
ReplyDeleteThank you very much, I truly appreciate your support :)
DeleteWhat a wonderful (and VERY beautiful) post this is, Ruth.
ReplyDeleteIt is so hard to choose a favorite, especially with sweet Izzy included amongst these, but I think my favorite is the first one.
It is truly magical.
I wish you and your family a very, very Happy 2013.
xo.
I love this wonderful photos. You made it so beautiful. Hope I will learn this way to do this texture some time.
ReplyDeleteWish you all the best for 2013.
Hug from Hilda
Gorgeous photos! Wow I love them all! Happy New Year to you! May your creativity continue to blossom!
ReplyDeleteYour photos are stunning, soft and dream-like! I find that as I age, I prefer most visuals not to hit me in the face, but to summon me to the object of my vision.
ReplyDeleteI am definitely a fan of yours now.
BTW, your name (Ruth) is my middle name. I like that!
Wow - what amazingly beautiful photos. Wishing you a creative and happy 2013.
ReplyDeleteThank you for all the inspiration = Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year Ruth, thank you for such wonderful inspiration. I too am looking forward to a creative 2013. x
ReplyDeleteMarvelous photos during the whole year. Thank you very much. I wish you all the best for 2013.
ReplyDeleteExquisite photography! I am in awe of how beautiful your photos are, and I do love Izzy!
ReplyDeleteAnd I do with you A Very Happy New year! :)
ReplyDeleteAmazing photos! Thanks for linking up to The Best of 2012 Link Party! Diana
ReplyDeleteThank you for this wonderful, gorgeous series! I love it all.
ReplyDeletemy word for you is enchanting - thank you for the resumee of your work. Izzy is a scene stealer but the Kiss and Tell petal is a heart stopper.
ReplyDeleteWonderful photos! Happy New Year to you and your family!
ReplyDeletesoo lovely! thanx for sharing this beautiful serie with weekend flowers :)
ReplyDeleteLovely images. Hope you'll find time to visit my Periwinkle flower.
ReplyDeleteA really gorgeous collection of flower images!
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