Florida National Parks

Portraits

So I have a few portrait sessions coming up. I'm trying to expand my portfolio and dip into this different aspect of photography. I get nervous though. So Eliot offered to let me practice on him. So we took a walk down to the beach one evening and this is what happened.

Our Haunted House

So this was an assignment for my photography class. I asked Eliot to help me with it, and he actually got really into it, which I love. Our house has been taken over by ghosts.

Not Forgotten

Yes! I know, I'm neglecting this blog! (For the 3 people who read it... if I'm being optimistic). I have tons to say and pics to post, but I'm busy with finals right now and all my time is spent scanning, shooting, printing and portfolioing (not a word, but works for now). I promise I'll be back soon.

-Ash

Life in Florida...so far

I feel like since we started our new life (in FL) I haven't had much time for this blog. I know I've posted up photos from school and such. But this is supposed to be my journal (sort of) and I'm not even documenting what is really going on. So here's life in FL so far.

People still tell me I have an accent and ask me where I'm from. I got this quite a bit when I was home over Christmas too. And sometimes, and I'm not really sure why, I'm embarrassed to tell them it's because I've been living with my British boyfriend in places like China and South Africa where no one sounds American. I think the embarrassment comes because it always requires further explanation. It's not like you can really just throw that into a conversation and not explain yourself.

School is going well, although has it's normal frustrations. I'm having to take a lot of "foundation" classes right now and only have one photography class. I'm lucky though because I already did 2 years of school, so a lot of the English and Math classes I would normally be required to take, I don't because I already have. (You're probably thinking I should take some more English after reading this.) And, next quarter is going to be a lot more about photography.

I've been thinking A LOT about China lately. I know, it's crazy! I couldn't wait to get out of that place when I lived there. But I find myself missing a lot of that craziness now that I'm so far away from it. Good news though: It's looking like I might be heading there this summer for a short time. More on that, when I know more.

Our house is pretty much furnished. The only room that is still a bit empty is the guest bedroom/my sewing room. I got my new sewing machine so I'm looking for a desk to put in it to add to the futon we have in there. But, we can have guests now! So if anyone is thinking of taking a vacation to FL, or bringing the kiddos to Disney World let us know, you'll have a place a stay.

Alright, that's all I can bore you with for now. Life in FL is, well, pretty mellow. And I kind of like it. I don't know I could really focus on school as much if it were any other way. But this is just a different step in life, and I'm sure it will all change again shortly.

My New Etsy Shop

I've been browsing local markets where photographers showcase their work and sell it while dreaming of doing the same thing. I would love to make prints of my work and share it with people all day while describing where the photos were taken and reminiscing about the places I've been. But right now I don't have the time, organization or money to do that. So I'm starting small by opening a shop up on Etsy to show some of my photography that's for sale. Maybe someday I can have my own stand at one of those great markets. In the meantime, check out my shop to the right or by clicking HERE. And, if there are any photos that you've seen up on my blog that you really love, but they aren't in my shop. Then let me know and I'd be happy to make a listing for you in my SHOP.

Valentine's Day

I know, February is almost over, but I had to share these. On Valentine's Day Eliot surprised me with tickets to go see Flogging Molly, a celtic punk band that I love. I had heard on the radio that they were playing but I didn't know that Frank Turner was one of their opening bands, another great artist that Eliot introduced me to. So here's the photos from an amazing show that the images just don't do justice to.


The opening band The Architects

Frank Turner








Flogging Molly


The guy in red had the greatest faces in every picture I got of him.

I have a new blog!

Not to worry, Salt Heart isn't going anywhere but I've started a new online photo project HERE. It's open to anyone who wishes to contribute by sending in their photos. If you want to know what kind of photos to send in check out the blog http://alldaysbeautiful.blogspot.com. It's just for fun, and I'd love to see what you come up with. Also, wouldn't it be cool to get photos from you guys who are sprinkled all over the US and the world right now?

Here's the link again: http://alldaysbeautiful.blogspot.com

Lighting Assignment

This week in my photography class, the assignment was on light. The point was to capture light in it's different forms. For example taking a photo that would otherwise be plain and normal if it weren't for the light in the photo. We could use natural light or un natural light. We were given an extra week to complete this assignment, so in the end we should have 10 photos to turn in total. This is what I've done so far.


Silhouetted drums in between sets at the concert the other night Flogging Molly




This light from the neighbors house comes in through our bedroom window every night


Frank Turner: An awesome support band for Flogging Molly


A sculpture in downtown St. Petersburg called The Circular Wave

Happy Birthday Eliot!

Happy Birthday Sweetheart! I love you so much and am so happy to share this day with you. Here's to many many many more birthdays.

Love,
Ash