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on “Prince Moai”:“Thanks guys! When I have such amazing gems it's hard not to share with Jimmy. Thanks…” read »
on “Grampa's old tree”:“Love the cabochon and the way you mounted it--all works together. And what a clever use…” read »
on “Pearl with a touch of Silver”:“I love pearls!! Gorgeous necklace. Great painting also. Love the bird stoey. I have a bird…” read »
- on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:
“Love it. Good design and workmanship.…” read »
- on “Grampa's old tree”:
“Very pretty. The cabochon painting is very stylistic...I.can see why you love it...its beautiful & has…” read »
on “Pearl with a touch of Silver”:“Gorgeous pearl necklace and painting! Love it!…” read »
on “Copper and 'a green thumb'”:“I love this look. Thanks for sharing.…” read »
- on “Grampa's old tree”:
“Super nice. Love the set.…” read »
- on “Blue Bird of Happiness in Brass”:
“I went to HD yesterday and the folks in the tools section told me the key…” read »
- on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:
“Great tutorial, thanks for sharing. For those looking for the dark wire, the same company that…” read »
- on “Bluebells”:
“Oh my...I want them.…” read »
- on “Totally Teal”:
“Thank you!.. Yes Ann the ring is worked in a spiral.…” read »
on “Rock and Roll Earrings”:“Are there instructions I am missing?…” read »
on “Bluebells”:“Gorgeous earrings; gorgeous flowers! Thanks for sharing both.…” read »
on “Bluebells”:“Very pretty!…” read »
on “Tourmaline Dream”:“This is a piece one can wear from day to night, very beautiful!…” read »
- on “Totally Teal”:
“Wanda the ring is cute, did you a spiral worked in to your ring?…” read »
on “Garden Droplets”:“Love it....You always inspire me, Ali !…” read »
- on “Totally Teal”:
“Wanda you are such a skilled artist. Love those bracelets....Teal is such a happy color.…” read »
- on “a taste of honey”:
“Gorgeous Doktor! My kind of colors.…” read »
- on “Evergreen Copper”:
“Ooops! I meant, Thank you all!…” read »
- on “Evergreen Copper”:
“Thanks you!....…” read »
- on “Evergreen Copper”:
“The copper, the stones--love it all. Lovely, dramatic design.…” read »
- on “Prince Moai”:
“Great set. Jimmy's a lucky moai.…” read »
on “Tourmaline Dream”:“Love it! Exquisite beads.…” read »
- on “Prince Moai”:
“These pieces are just stunning!!!!! Love looking at the lovely projects beaders have done..it is…” read »
- on “Lots of Copper”:
“You could always start learning etching! I find that 16g through 20g copper makes some of…” read »
on “Violet Tendril Earrings”:“Wonderful use of the sari silk ribbons! Love the earrings! I'm so glad lucite is not…” read »
on “Lovely Impression”:“KO thread is used without a needle because of the stiffness of it. At Lima beads…” read »
- on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:
“Thanks Lynda and Kate!
I'll take a closer look at Swellegant.
Lynda, thank you for the…” read » - on “Prince Moai”:
“Great looking pieces Jimmy is wearing. The nuggets are gorgeous.
…” read » - on “Prince Moai”:
“I have a huge crush on Jimmy too and he loves wearing all the blink. LOL…” read »
on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:“Hi, Mary. There are other ways to get the oxidized look without the smell of…” read »
on “Simply Crystal”:“Wow! Simply gorgeous!…” read »
on “Blue Velvet Wraps”:“Mary S-- You could try using Swellegant instead of LOS. These are slightly acidic and shouldn't…” read »
- on “A Green Cuff”:
“Wow! Blown away. Thanks for all the pics. Wow!…” read »
- on “Lots of Copper”:
“Great earrings. Can't wait to see what you do with the 16g.…” read »
- on “Butterfly Dance”:
“Wanda, I really like this. Love the Butterfly theme and admire all the hard work…” read »
- on “Prince Moai”:
“Please let Jimmy know that he is my first on-line crush. Love a guy who…” read »
- on “Blue Bird of Happiness in Brass”:
“Thank you all. Let me share with you, brass is the hardest metal I have worked…” read »
Agate Set
About this design:
I am practicing photographing my items. What does everyone think - black background or should I be more creative?
Components:
Agate, Sterling SilverRead the comments (or add your own)
Add your thoughts!
On May 25, 2010 at 2:51 pm #
lizbeads says:Shannoon, I like the black background on this as it really shows off the variations in the stones, and the design. IF the stones didn’t have such variation you could go with something more “decorative” for background but that might detract from the beautiful stones in the piece.
Very nice piece, BTW!
On May 25, 2010 at 3:00 pm #
Shannon M says:Thank you for the comments and the kind words. I tend to over think these things. You are right about it detracting from the design on a more decorative background. It would be too much.
On May 25, 2010 at 3:41 pm #
Lynn Eileen Chicky LE says:The black background is perfect for this colorful design, Shannon! Lovely!
On May 25, 2010 at 3:42 pm #
Green Eyed Lady Chick says:The set is just beautiful! I take lousy pics but I like this on the black background.
On May 25, 2010 at 3:58 pm #
sunny chick says:Your photograph is perfect. And your design is amazing!
On May 25, 2010 at 4:07 pm #
KittyMom Linda says:Simply perfect. Simplicity reigns. AND, the picture is perfect too.
On May 25, 2010 at 4:37 pm #
Shannon M says:Thanks all!!! I love the macro feature on my camera. No more fuzzy close up shots!
On May 25, 2010 at 4:49 pm #
Chippy Chick aka Lindys says:Macro rules!!! My pics are much clearer now that I discovered the macro setting! As for back grounds, I generally use dark backgrounds for lighter colored designs and light backgrounds for dark beads such as deep purple and black. I bought a yard of black velvet and a yard of ivory crinkled stain to use as backgrounds. It works well for my pictures.
On May 26, 2010 at 8:16 am #
Linda Talbott says:Beautiful bracelet, and nice job with the photo. I think whether to photograph on black of some other color depends on the piece. Some get lost on black. I use black or off white for mine.
On May 26, 2010 at 8:46 am #
Mommykat Bubbly Chick says:Ooh, you have wonderful stones- the color shades are shown so nicely on the black background :d
On May 26, 2010 at 12:15 pm #
Canadian chicky karen says:This is a gorgeous set, and it looks amazing against the black…great picture!!!
On May 26, 2010 at 12:28 pm #
Chara E says:Love the black! Beautiful photo!
On May 27, 2010 at 4:06 am #
Timeless 2 says:I like the black ack ground it brings clarity. Things show up better. Nice piece by the way.