Through The Viewfinder.

A few years ago, I stumbled across a type of photography that was really intriguing to me. I kept seeing these square images with ghostly, haunting qualities to them- it reminded me of film photographs, and of the slides I used to look at when I was a kid.  Check out this group on Flickr to see what I'm talking about.  I found out that this photography was called Through The Viewfinder, or TTV.  The photographer took their camera and aimed it at the viewfinder of an old film camera, like a Kodak Duaflex.  So, it's essentially a picture of whatever the Duaflex (or other camera) is aimed at.  I fell in love with the idea and had to try it out for myself.  I purchased a Duaflex on Ebay, which set me back a whopping $20 or so, and started to construct something that would block the light.  I found this amazing tutorial from Russ Morris and I have to tell you, it was so much fun!!! 
Here are some of my resulting photos:

As always, I love sharing.  If you've tried TTV, please show me what you've done!  If you haven't tried, go ahead to the Flickr pool, and tell me some of your favorites.  Have a fabulous week.
xo,
Kristen

Minty Fresh: Natural Frames.

Ok, I have to admit.  I posted this photo a few days ago on my facebook page, and it got a lot of attention (YAY!) Of course, I have to point out that it is most likely because I have such a gorgeous little girl.  Right?  I mean look at her. Really.
I'm sure you've seen this used before- it works especially well in landscapes, I think.  As you take your photo, be aware of what is around you- try to find something near your subject that adds a frame around them.  In this photo, my daughter was sitting in her new favorite spot- a windowsill outside. 

ta-da!
Have fun!
xo,
Kristen