Wednesday, September 9, 2009

WHITE WEDNESDAY

This week's installment takes us to the living room. I am accustomed to taking my pics by the light of day, and not using the flash to get a more tonal picture. This usually works well for me and I did take many of the pics using that mindset. I decided however to take some shots in the evening with the lamps on to see what effect I got. I think it gives a softer more warm feeling. Let me know what you think...

Lights on...








Daylight...













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32 comments:

  1. AnonymousSeptember 9, 2009 at 7:57 PM

    The evening light is prettier, giving the rooms an ethereal, cozier look. Very beautiful.

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  2. trash talkSeptember 9, 2009 at 7:59 PM

    Please don't ask me to choose which I like better...tonal or daylight. I love them both or maybe it's all your things that I am loving. They say love is blind and girl...you are blinding me!
    Trash

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  3. Lady PamelaSeptember 9, 2009 at 8:12 PM

    I think they both work, just different effects. I have stopped using a flash as well but have not tried lamplite. I did use candlelite once and it was very pretty.

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  4. JuneSeptember 9, 2009 at 8:18 PM

    Either way, these are gorgeous pictures. I do love how lamp light makes everything sepia toned. Your vignettes are to die for and these collectionds are amazing. I LOVE your home!
    Rebecca said that she didn't order any of the ecru and white sachets for her fall opening. She did have a lot of red velvet and red dupioni? silk, but I didn't dare make that choice for you, plus they were about $10.00 more apiece. I'm glad that I got one at the 4th of July sale. I did want to tell you though, that since you are a dealer that maybe you could order directly. I'll e-mail you what info was on mine.
    Hugs,
    June

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  5. UnknownSeptember 9, 2009 at 8:27 PM

    I found myself looking at your decor and not paying attention to the lighting. Sorry! Both ways are good, I think. If I could hire someone to decorate my home, it would be you. Your taste is beautiful and elegant. Love it!

    Nancy

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  6. Rose Garden RomanticSeptember 9, 2009 at 8:28 PM

    I love it all!!!
    Michelle

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  7. BeckySeptember 9, 2009 at 8:36 PM

    Oh dear Shelly, its all so wonderful. What a bunch of delicious chippy whites. I love it all.
    Thanks for stopping by and all your sweet comments too.

    Smiles,
    Becky

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  8. Susie~From My Home To YoursSeptember 9, 2009 at 8:48 PM

    Hey Shelley, it's really hard to make a choice...both have such a different appeal. I love a room in the daytime with lots of natural light...but then, the evening with lamps and candles, the appeal is so soothing and relaxing...cya
    Susie

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  9. stefanieSeptember 9, 2009 at 8:54 PM

    i love both, your collections are gorgeous

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  10. The Green PeaSeptember 9, 2009 at 9:19 PM

    Shelley, all of your photos are so beautiful. Sandi

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  11. Julie MarieSeptember 9, 2009 at 9:47 PM

    How beautiful... I love the touches of Nature you have throughout... Bisous... Julie Marie

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  12. Laura @ 52 FLEASeptember 9, 2009 at 10:01 PM

    Hi Shelley,
    Wonderful pictures...fabulous collections so artfully displayed! The lighting is lovely both ways!
    Thanks for the inspiration!
    Take care, Laura

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  13. LisaSeptember 9, 2009 at 10:08 PM

    Lovely whites! I just love your string collection!
    Hugs, Lisa

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  14. GretchenSeptember 9, 2009 at 10:14 PM

    Hi Shelley-
    I could move right into your home. I love everything about it. The fireplace is gorgeous and your accesories are wonderful too. I personally prefer the daylight photos, but can appreciate the ones with light and candle too. Last night I got stuck with evening light and artifical lights trying to photograph the shop, and I just haven't been happy with the results. I really think its a personal perference, but both of yours turned out great.
    Gretchen
    http://mimitoriasdesigns.blogspot.com

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  15. Garden Antqs VintageSeptember 9, 2009 at 10:34 PM

    Girl, do you know just how awesome you are? Well you are and I just love it all...do you by chance have an extra room, I could live in your space, so pretty!

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  16. UnknownSeptember 9, 2009 at 11:02 PM

    I do like the evening shots with the lights on. I really like that softer look. You have some very neat things in your home!

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  17. Debra@CommonGroundSeptember 10, 2009 at 12:18 AM

    Every thing is beautiful and placed there by your wonderful sense of style. Love that brown transfer bowl on the bottom pic!!!
    Debra

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  18. RebeccaSeptember 10, 2009 at 12:36 AM

    Everything looks great no matter what light you use. It is all fabulous!
    Blessings
    Rebecca

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  19. Faded CharmSeptember 10, 2009 at 12:58 AM

    I think I like the photos with the lights on. it gives it a sepia kind of look. I always love to look at all your pics of your house and amazing things. I especially loved your post on all your clocks~as you know I just love them too. You have an awesome collection. Thanks for sharing.

    Kathleen

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  20. Zita - Mlle MagpieSeptember 10, 2009 at 8:26 AM

    Yes, the lights give the photos a creamy warmth. However I do like the daylight photos of your gorgeous living room - very Jeanne d'Arc Living! Very, very beautiful, Shelley!!!

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  21. Crystal Rose CottageSeptember 10, 2009 at 9:09 AM

    Both ways look good to me....your home is lovely with lots to look at!~Patti

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  22. Wanda LeeSeptember 10, 2009 at 11:31 AM

    I'm new to your blog and I'm just loving basking in the warmest glow; day or evening.., It is in fact ethereal, as dear, Cottage Sweet remarks.., I can see I'll have to,( will love too!),"pop back often!

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  23. SandiSeptember 10, 2009 at 1:03 PM

    I love all your photos whether a flash was used or not! Just beautiful!
    Blessings~

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  24. ClaudiaSeptember 10, 2009 at 2:24 PM

    Your home is beautiful in either light! I just love looking at all your beautiful treasures.

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  25. RitaSeptember 10, 2009 at 10:27 PM

    I love the tones the lamplight gave your wonderful vignettes but I think I found the items easier to see in the daylight shots. Just curious, what kind of camera did you use?

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  26. Mary Ann JenkinsSeptember 11, 2009 at 1:38 AM

    I love it, with flash and without. Just found your blog last night, and I'm back again tonight where I left off. I want to see it all.
    Thanks for sharing!

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  27. vintagebejoyfulSeptember 11, 2009 at 2:33 AM

    They both have such a peaceful lovely look......it makes me want to just suggle in day or evening, your pictures are always so pretty, I love browsing through....

    Tracey C

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  28. MindySeptember 11, 2009 at 9:43 PM

    Shelley! Where have I been? Where have you been? I have some catching up to do. Are you coming to the show? I love the glow in you night pics, but, the daylight pops, doesn't it? Love your home. ~Mindy

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  29. sweetpeaSeptember 11, 2009 at 11:49 PM

    This is for Rita~~I am a total novice with a camera and am always surprised when my pics turn out well. I use a Sony Cybershot 7.2 megapixel digital camera. Nothing fancy though I would love to have a "real" camera and learn how to use it...

    Hugs,
    Shelley

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  30. UnknownSeptember 12, 2009 at 10:54 PM

    I don't care what time of day it is...I just want to go shopping in your house! Wow...so many wonderful things. I bet your entire home is amazing. Thanks for sharing.
    Denis

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  31. cindy-stitches-n-stuff.blogspot.comSeptember 15, 2009 at 8:51 PM

    Very pretty light. Beautiful home, very nice things. Darling Pillow!

    cindy@stitches

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  32. Donna Reyne'September 20, 2009 at 5:13 PM

    Okay...I just found your beautiful blog and I am completely spellbound by your amazing home photos! I think they're stunning...probably at any time of day!
    I moved to Indiana from Texas about 14 years ago and I miss it almost everyday! But I'm very thankful for my seasons...something not experienced in the great state...Blessing to you and yours...dj

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