When we announced the two-week summer break from the Paperclipping Roundtable, someone said they were excited for me to bring back some inspiration to share with you all from out trip.
The pressure was on and I had hopes of delivering. But then the plane ride to K.C. exacerbated the little virus that was my souvenir from Las Vegas and turned that baby into all of the following:
- perforated ear drums
- ear infections in both ears
- pharyngitis
- sinusitis
- tinnitus
I spent most of my visit to family in bed. And I skipped my 20-year high school reunion. And I didn’t gather much inspiration to share with all of you.
Fortunately, Izzy took a bunch of shots, and I think they give some great ideas…
It looks magical to pose at the front of the property with the house back in the distance, rather than posing immediately in front of the house.
Over the shoulder shots are really cool. Especially when the smoke is still flying.
Un-posed group walking shots have lots of energy.
Shooting a line of people from an angle gives the photo movement, directs the eye, and can be more interesting than a straight-on shot.
Get a waterfall in the background. They’re cool. Fountains are all over Kansas City.
It’s really beautiful to get lots of green in a photo, especially when there’s greenery in the foreground and repetition of nature moving to the background.
Just a note because I know how thoughtful you all are — It took a while but I’m feeling back to my normal self again. The only thing that lingers, despite two antibiotics plus Prednisone, is the tinnitus. I’ve had constant ringing (no breaks!) for 3.5 weeks!
The doctor says it’s time to visit an ENT now. At least I feel good again!
