Bokeh of Beads by lisabell

Bokeh of Beads

I started this project to document a year of my life and to learn about photography. This is just practicing how to get a bokeh effect and really only the second time I’ve gotten it intentionally. As I approach the end of my year, I’ve decided I’m going to stick around for another year. Maybe next year I’ll focus on getting good at this picture taking stuff. Although I’ve come far (what’s an f/stop?), I know I still have a long way to go. But then I suppose the true joy is in the journey.
Love the dof in this. Well done.
November 18th, 2011  
Love the color!@!
November 18th, 2011  
You are so right about the Journey.
November 18th, 2011  
I like it, it looks like the top of a treasure chest, full of precious jewels. I for one would miss your pictures, glad you are hanging around
November 18th, 2011  
Really nice, glad your continuing your journey.
November 18th, 2011  
Very nice!! I've not tried to play around with bokeh. The only time I've ever gotten anything close was a total accident.
November 18th, 2011  
way cool---love it :)
November 18th, 2011  
Beautiful colors and bokeh!
November 18th, 2011  
Bokeh baby!!! ice job.
November 18th, 2011  
And you can't stop the project...we would miss you! We can always learn something new so keep 'em coming!
November 18th, 2011  
@wjw1741 @tbray @sarasdadandmom @hollandcrew @hoosierhokie @jodimuli @mariboo @debsphotos Thanks everyone! In reality it’s interacting with all of the wonderful people like you that make me want to stick around for a second year. You’re part of the “joy” factor!
November 18th, 2011  
Very pretty
November 18th, 2011  
Beautiful bokeh! I have learned a lot too during this first year, but I have so much to learn. I only get bokeh on accident.
November 18th, 2011  
Wow, you're turning into a pro!
November 18th, 2011  
Sue
so pretty!!
November 18th, 2011  
This is SO beautiful! FAV. And I am SO SO SO glad you are doing 365 next year too! Yay! I am already looking forward to your next 365 photos. I will be doing the project again too. Maybe next year I'll have a better camera AND can work on my skills!
November 18th, 2011  
I like pretty sparkly things. :)

I haven't decided on another project yet. I'd like to, but I've been getting behind here and there lately, so I don't know if I will commit to it. I will definitely be a lurker, tho! ....and I think you are an AWESOME photographer....I know we are always growing and learning and improving...but you got skillz, woman!!! :)
November 18th, 2011  
SO pretty!
November 18th, 2011  
@deniseinindy Thanks sooo much! So I guess you'll be hanging around, too, then!
November 18th, 2011  
Great shot, love the colours and DoF.
November 19th, 2011  
FAV! Love the colors and the shininess of it all. Bravo! You are coming back next year...you should totally join us with our Photo Squirrel group Right now it consists of Denise, Missy, Cheryl, Cathy, Jen, and myself..
November 19th, 2011  
I'm glad you are sticking around next year... :) I think I will, too...
November 19th, 2011  
Pretty! I particularly like the colors. Still haven't decided on a second year. I'm leaning towards yes, but not sure.
November 19th, 2011  
@tsburns2001 I would love to join the photo squirrels!
November 19th, 2011  
@erikadee Yippee!
November 19th, 2011  
@olivetreeann Some days I swear I couldn't do this for another year because it feels like another chore on my already long list of chores, but I am having difficulty imagining not doing it!
November 19th, 2011  
this is sooooooo pretty!! you did a great job with bokeh and i love the colors! i'm with you, so much more to learn.......
fav, for your beautiful bokeh!
November 20th, 2011  
really pretty!
November 20th, 2011  
Beautiful! I learned all about f stop from my photography class. I don't know how to explain it....I just read the meter and experiment from there. You seemed to be doing find with experimenting. I like how this turned out.
November 20th, 2011  
I so agree with your words. I tried a similar photo months ago and your is so much better. The effect of the endless beads is beautiful.
November 21st, 2011  
Stunning!
November 24th, 2011  
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