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A Perfect Match!

October 2, 2014 by Barb 11 Comments

I was re-potting succulents (as I’ve mentioned about a million times), and when I plopped this particular plant into this particular pot  … I immediately saw that it was a perfect match!

I’m taking the Start to Finish class and these images are a result of Kims prompts, tips, and techniques.

My setup was a bit wonky because I wanted bright light on the plant, but not on the dark background, so I set the foam core quite a distance from the plant, and pulled the blinds to block the sun on it only. That meant turning the wooden bench sideways, which meant moving the kitchen table, several chairs, and plants and other props … really quite a mess …

A Perfect Match

I used the grey waffle tea towel, not only because of the colour, but because I felt the simple, straight, and flat lines also added just the right touch.

These two images were taken when the sun was just a bit more harsh, and yet I like the effect. It seems to complement the hard edges of the plant and the pot.

still life with succulent

Thanks so much for dropping by today!

Filed Under: Still Life Tagged With: succulents

Comments

  1. Barbara Hurst says

    October 2, 2014 at 7:01 am

    Love what you have done Barb and how you made these images your own. The light is perfect in my eyes on the succulents and the tea towel.

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  2. kim says

    October 2, 2014 at 7:29 am

    oh my… love!! the succulents (which i have none but love and admire…..each so unique)…the light… the comp…and that lovely pot (from winners?) is gorg!!

    beautiful…. xo

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  3. TexWisGirl says

    October 2, 2014 at 8:15 am

    you are a sucker for succulents. :)

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  4. Beverly says

    October 2, 2014 at 8:46 am

    And such a beautiful contrast with the dark background and the light grey shades. I love the shadows among the succulent on the left photo, and the line angles on the top one. So beautifully done Barb!!

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  5. Sarah C says

    October 2, 2014 at 1:41 pm

    Wow. So dramatic! Your photos belong in a magazine!

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  6. pam (pamela greer 365) says

    October 2, 2014 at 6:00 pm

    These are absolutely gorgeous! I wish I had more time to take more of Kim’s classes!

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  7. Gail Dixon says

    October 3, 2014 at 5:45 am

    T’s comment made me laugh. The photos are wonderful. You have developed a pleasing photography style with Kim’s guidance. :)

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  8. louise says

    October 4, 2014 at 5:35 am

    Fabulous, I love the black background!

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  9. Gail O says

    October 7, 2014 at 4:00 pm

    Love, love, love these photos! That black background was worth all the effort you put into it….isn’t it amazing how one thing will lead to another:) Love the textures found throughout the photo…..

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  10. Helena says

    October 9, 2014 at 10:15 am

    Your temporary kitchen makeover was clearly worth it :) Gorgeous images!! I also LOVE your website banner …

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  11. Nina says

    October 12, 2014 at 1:42 pm

    The clay pot is just made for your succulent! Your composition is very poetic I feel peaceful when I look at your images, Barb … The calmness is just lingering over them.

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