So What Does Happen At A Photoshoot?
July 20, 2009
Well, a good place to start is finished projects. Today's photoshoot was for two new designs, 'Merry and Bright' and 'Tis The Season'. This one is called 'Merry and Bright'. It's a couch quilt (perfect for just decorating or cuddling under or both) (pictured below) and a wall quilt that co-ordinates:
Not bad hanging over the back of Melinda's couch but for the front of a pattern cover I need both the projects:
I couldn't resist photographing the wall quilt lying on the floor in the glow of the warm morning sun (yes, I am easily distracted!):
Easily distracted? Coffee? Yes:
Now we have the two projects together. Like the lamp, but it's irritating me because the wall quilt's not central:
That's better. "It's a wrap!". Hey, who missed that blob of bluetak on the wall? Photoshop:
Hope you had fun 'being' at the photoshoot today! I was thinking of you. Hope you like this project.
Leanne Beasley
P.S. My hubby likes the photo with the lamp better than the one without. Let me know which you prefer in your comment.
P.P.S. Will show you 'Tis The Season' next...
It's even more unanimous now.. keep the lamp. Love the colours. So happy, and christmas-y
Posted by: Julie | August 05, 2009 at 05:49 PM
Beautiful! Love the colours. I'm afraid that I agree with hubby too though, the lamp makes it look more balanced.
Posted by: kerry | July 22, 2009 at 03:55 PM
Hi, I like the photo with the lamp in it, it looks more natural I think. But I am very taken with the quilt, and am looking forward to meeting you and stitchin' in the hills this weekend!
Posted by: Margaret Davidson | July 22, 2009 at 02:41 PM
with the lamp.
Posted by: Kim Wilson-Hartrick | July 22, 2009 at 11:47 AM
hi leanne yes l like the one with the lamp but both are great.
looking forward to seeing them up close,
jenny miller
Posted by: jenny miller | July 22, 2009 at 07:59 AM
Your hubby is right - I like the photo with the lamp in it also.
Posted by: Wendy | July 22, 2009 at 07:44 AM
Your work is fabulous. Love the fabrics you used. Very happy quilt.
Posted by: Bobbie Lynn | July 22, 2009 at 06:35 AM
The lamp adds a warming glow to the picture :) Barb.
Posted by: Barbara Graham | July 22, 2009 at 05:58 AM
i liked the lamp in the photo! made the photo look less 'staged' and more like a home. ;0
Posted by: Ina | July 21, 2009 at 04:08 PM
i love the lamp, it grabs your attention, because the project is off centre, the 1/3 rule........looks very modern and reto....like out of home magazine.....also something different....not just pretty
Posted by: Mel g | July 21, 2009 at 03:14 PM
Love the new design leanne. such lovely none traditional christmas colours just up my alley
Posted by: Amanda | July 21, 2009 at 02:32 PM
Hi Leanne, I have to agree with your hubby's idea about Lamp makes it look better view! that lovely hubby's heart thought of you. I have two books Romancing the road trip and living the dream. You are my favourite & enjoy to read your blog. (I am deaf) tricia x0
Posted by: Patricia Newton | July 21, 2009 at 02:21 PM
Yep, your hubby has a good eye! Soooo why are you paying someone who doesn't? Just kidding!
The quilt is great... getting me in the mood to make Christmas stuff! Too many Summer birthday's still though...
Looks like your having fun! Keep up the good work!
Posted by: Jean C. | July 21, 2009 at 01:07 PM
The photo with the lamp show more of the quilts as they should be, incorporated into day to day living.
Posted by: TSS | July 21, 2009 at 12:52 PM
I have to agree with your other half. I think there is a better balance with the lamp in the picture.
Just reading these it looks like you're outvoted,lol.
Lizzie
XX
Posted by: Elizabeth McMahon | July 21, 2009 at 12:00 PM
Beautiful beautiful quilts - I too agree with Hubby, definitely the one with the lamp.
Posted by: Elizabeth | July 21, 2009 at 11:41 AM
The lamp shot! It makes a photo interesting to be slightly off-centered and show a bit of the background. I used to crop old photos (fortunately double prints), but now we all love to ooh and ahhh over our old cars and backgrounds. It tells a story. Great quilting projects too, by the way.
Posted by: Evelyn | July 21, 2009 at 11:34 AM
Could this be what we are doing at Patchwork Apple this weekend??!!
I too like the photo with the lamp. See you on Sunday.
Cheers Sue
Posted by: Sue | July 21, 2009 at 10:28 AM
I think the one with the lamp makes it look more cozy.
Posted by: Minniestitches | July 21, 2009 at 09:16 AM
Very cute - again! I also like the photo with the lamp...
Posted by: Sandy | July 21, 2009 at 08:25 AM
I like it without the lamp but both are good.
Posted by: Tudy | July 21, 2009 at 08:11 AM
Wow Leanne, they're absolutely beautiful. I love the square in a square quilt. The red really sets it off. Gotta love the lamp too!! xx Sue
Posted by: Sue Benson | July 21, 2009 at 07:48 AM
I think the one with the lamp but really I just love the quilts. What yummy fabric...it must be the pink!!!
Posted by: Janine B | July 21, 2009 at 07:29 AM
Oops! I think that everyone has agreed with Mr B! I too think that the lamp adds a touch of home to the picture. BEAUTIFUL quilt and wall quilt!! You love hand quilting don't you?!? I hope one day I love it too!!! ;)
Posted by: Maree @ Farmyard Crafts | July 21, 2009 at 06:48 AM
Yes, I like the one with the lamp too! Very cute pattern and the quilting is as lovely as the stitching.
Posted by: Ruth B | July 21, 2009 at 06:18 AM