Harriet's art themed musings & random off-track incidentals...and Shadow Shot Sunday. Every Sunday.

>>>>"There is no point in having sharp images when you've fuzzy ideas" - Jean-Luc Goddard
Surrealism: Pure psychic automatism, by which one proposes to express verbally, in writing, or by any other manner, the real functioning of thought. Dictation of thought in the absence of all control exercised by reason, outside of all aesthetic and moral preoccupation – Surrealist Manifesto, 1929

Sunday, May 25, 2008

Shadow Shot Sunday

I currently have a real fascination with Light/Shadow photography, initially inspired by the many gorgeous photos that capture the play between light & shadow so beautifully on The House in Marrakesh blog. Super fab blog filled with stunning images. Love it! So now I'm going to attempt to play around and take some Light/Shadow style photos and post one on my blog each Sunday. If anyone else wants to play "Shadow Shot Sunday" and post your photos on your blog that would be great! Let me know so that I can check them out! Here's my first one...


Edit 25th September - I've created this Shadow Shot Sunday button.


If you would like to display this button on your site that would be great. To do this you'll need to copy and paste the following code.

<a href="http://heyharriet.blogspot.com/"><center><img src=" http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_M8WxkxV2KxY/SNs-hds3IJI/AAAAAAAAAgg/AVNPLP2cgS8/S220/Shadow"/></center></a>

If you'd like to display the linky button in the body of a blog post, paste the code directly into your post wherever you'd like the button to appear.

If you'd like to display the linky button in the sidebar of your blog, click on 'customize' then click 'add a gadget' then choose the 'HTML/JavaScript' option and paste the code directly into the content section. This will work for Blogspot/Blogger blogs but I'm unsure about how things work on other types of blogs.

Any problems please feel free to email me. My email link can be found in the sidebar. A big thanks to Paz for suggesting I create a Shadow Shot Sunday button!

Added 27th December 08

Shadow Shot Sunday info:

1. Please only submit your link AFTER you’ve posted your shadow shot to your blog/site, and ONLY if you are participating in the Shadow Shot Sunday meme. It is not a requirement that you link back to this blog (although a big thanks to those who do as it is appreciated!) but you do need to mention somewhere in your post that you are participating in Shadow Shot Sunday. An easy way of doing this is to display the SSS button. Again, it doesn't even need to link back. Just some sort of mention is required. If not, your link will be deleted. That's fair enough isn't it? I think so.

2. The SSS posts are published early Sunday mornings Australian time. Don’t worry about the time zone difference as you may participate Sunday Australian time or Sunday your time (which may be Monday Aussie time if you’re from America). Mr Linky closes each week on Monday evening Australian time and all blog/site urls submitted will be exported as 'live' html links and will remain displayed on the SSS post that they were submitted to.

3. I copy/save a selection of the shadow shots for inclusion in the collages with links back to the individual blogs/sites by way of crediting participants. If you’d rather that I not include your photo but you’d still like to participate in SSS that’s certainly fine. If that’s the case, simply leave me a comment or email me (link in top of sidebar) letting me know not to include your photo.

4. Mr Linky saves your details from the previous week, so if you’ve added a static page url rather than your standard blog url be sure to change it when adding again. If you make a mistake with adding your link just add it again with a note next to your name saying “correct link” and I’ll delete the other when I get a chance. Or feel free to email me if you have any problems with anything.

That’s all folks. Now go shoot dem shadows!

48 comments:

Rosebud Collection said...

I keep deleting my comments..Will try a shadow shot, not promising I will succeed..Lousy with camera..
Your picture is beautiful..

GrayEyedScorpio said...

Cool idea. So far no sun today, but I'll try.

M.KATE said...

now that's a nice shot! I'll upload one now.....and mention about yours too :)

Rosebud Collection said...

I tried my best..here is my shadow shot..

Sandra Ree said...

Absolutely stunning! Great shot Harriet!

I love this, thanks for the link. :)

Regal Beads said...

I love these kind of pictures!

Victoria said...

Beautiful shot!

By the way, have you ever seen the movie The Third Man, with Orson Wells? It is one of my favorite movies, partially because of all the exquisite shots of light and shadow. Really brilliant.

Hey Harriet said...

Victoria - Oh yes yes yes! Love The Third Man! Haven't seen it for ages, so thanks for mentioning it. I'm needing to watch it again :)

donat said...

nice photo harriet! i'd like to play but as sunday has been and gone i'll join in next sunday. i don't have a blog but i'll upload to my flickr account if that is ok. i'll check out 'house of marrakesh' as it sounds great. just after i enter your giveaway below!

Tamara said...

Hiya. I'm new to your blog. It's really cool and I'm going to try to remember to take a shadoq shot this coming Sun. It's a fab idea ;-)

High Desert Diva said...

Nifty

Sarah McBride said...

that looks great! You picked a great picture for your first shadow sunday!

I love the shadows on the wall, the uniform boxes. Its perfect!

bunbun said...

beautiful shot!!!!!! I love it!

Lynn said...

This sounds fun. I'll try to get some shadow shots. I have really been inspired to try new stuff photography wise after looking at so many great shots on flickr and blogs.

Thanks for the push.

Jaimee said...

I'm not exactly sure how I navigated myself to your blog but these Shadow Shots are great. I'm going try my hand at it and see what I can come up with.

Kirtida Sundari said...

Hi there. I only just found your blog.
I was recommended because I too share a love for shadows. Check out my post on http://intimatevignettes.blogspot.com/2008/06/shadows-on-sunday.html

keep up the fabulous work

Mechelle said...

Bobbie sent me here for she knows I love photography. Look forward to playing. m

maryt/theteach said...

Hey Harriet, I'd like to join your Shadow Shot Sunday...see you next Sunday! :)

luvmyboys said...

Great pics from everyone! I just did my first one and hope I linked back the right way.

Eki Akhwan said...

Hi Harriet,
I'd like to join your Sunday Shadow Shot.

My blog is http://jagat-fotografi.blogspot.com/ (JAGAT FOTOGRAFI).

Count me in this weekend.

Thanks,
Eki

Rebecca said...

what a great idea, thanks for creating this one

Kitty Boo Boo said...

I have now missed 2 weeks because my computer is v temperamental at the moment -- I think she's close to a melt down :( ... hopefully i will be back in on Sunday coming yay

Your EG Tour Guide said...

This meme was fun to pay last week, so count me in!

storyteller said...

After visiting others for the past few weeks, I've finally taken some shadow shots of my own and created a montage that I've shared at Sacred Ruminations this morning. I hope it qualifies as an 'official' entry ;--)
Hugs and blessings,

Rita said...

I just discovered your meme and would love to participate. I just posted my first photos. They were not taken this week but I hope that will be okay. My blog is "Cashjocky and the Old Salt" and can be found at www.cashjocky.blogspot.com

Cate said...

Hey Harriet! I love your blog and would love to join your group of shadow shooters!I have been trying to get some pictures to you. I am slowly figuring it out with the help of the Summer Kitchen Girls!
Thanks for sharing such fun pix!
Cate

kellyscolorstudio said...

Hey Harriet~! A friend suggested I share this photo with you. Here's my link...and by the way I think this is a fun idea! Thanks! http://kellyscolorstudio.blogspot.com/

Kym said...

Harriet, I found your website and was interested in participating in the Shadow Shot Sunday....please go to my link to see what I posted and I hope that I am doing this correct:

http://closeupbykym.blogspot.com/2009/03/sharing-my-work-and-shadow-shot-sunday.html

Thanks....

Jane ... said...

Hello from Missouri! I hope you check my link (blogspot) to see a few of my Shadow Shot Sunday fotos. Thanks for sharing this fun project & all the beautiful art from everyone!

Jane ... said...

Oops--it would help if I include my link!

http://scrappy-gram.blogspot.com

Thanks, Harriet!

Meka said...

Such a great idea. I know exactly what I'll be posting first. Thanks for allowing us to participate.

Sarah said...

I would love to take part and will be back in a little while! I love your shadow shots and this is a great idea!
Sarah :)

Wicked Child Designs said...

Hi Tracy ! I'd love to join in with this. I'll show off my sister's picture to start off though, as I thought it was really cute !

xo Teneale

Wicked Child Designs said...

Sorry it'll be on my blog - http://wickedchilddesigns.blogspot.com/

Knew I'd forget to mention that...

Ria said...

Hey Harriet!!!!

this is my first time to join a meme, although i signed up for another one but haven't posted yet...

i'm game!!! i'll do my best to keep my shots updated!!!

here's my first entry:
"http://yapatoots.blogspot.com/2009/04/shadow-shot-sunday-1-out-of-shadows.html

Jacqui said...

I'd like to have a go - just started getting into photography - inspired by sunnydaytodaymama's blog and links to this meme. Shadow Shots from Scotland, if i can work out this linky thing,

Peggy said...

Here's my first shadow shot.

First Light Glass said...

I think this bowl has a great amber shadow.

http://firstlightglass.blogspot.com/2009/06/organic-twigs-bowl.html

Miss Becky said...

Hello Harriet,

I have found you by way of Skywatch Friday, someone's blog who participated and had a SSS badge. I clicked on it and here I am. I am going to go for a Shadow Shot Sunday as tomorrow is Sunday!
I love your photo of the doorknob. this is a grand idea!

Quilt Works said...

What a cool idea! I have been following the photos for a few weeks, and decided to give it a shot participate myself

Quilt Works said...

What a cool idea! I have been following the photos for a few weeks, and decided to give it a shot participate myself

readingsully2 said...

Hey Harriet...

I put the camera button on my blog. NOw I will go and post a photo to my blog. I don't know what the linky button is and I am confused after that. :) Carole

Jazzbumpa said...

Hi -

I posted an SSS pic, and added the button.

Cool concept. Thanx.

JzB

TERI REES WANG said...

Ooh...I like shadows.

Bonnie Bonsai said...

I have some shadowy photographs, I might as well join. I'm keeping track so that I will not forget. Sign of times I suppose. Or is it normal? :)

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