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Photographer John
Bessler and Regional Editor and Producer for
Meredith Publications, Donna
Talley looking at the details of a picture
Every time I have the privilege of participating in a photo
shoot I learn something new, and this time was not an exception. Photographer John Bessler had been to my
house a few years ago to photograph the basement for Better Homes and Gardens. I was beyond excited when I
learned he was coming back for this shoot.
He is such a professional, an amazing photographer and most important, a
super nice person. John was even kind
enough to give me a few pointers on how to use some of the features of my camera
while I was taking pictures of him and Donna at work! (You will have to let me know if I was a good
student or not based on the photos in future blog posts.)
A favorite part of the photo shoot for me is all the fresh
flowers. I have always said if I could
afford one luxury it would be to have fresh flowers in my house all the
time. As you can see from the above
picture, they pretty much took over my entire kitchen.
Donna on set-up day
preparing a label
One of the observations I have made during my time watching
photo shoots is that it is all the little details which really bring a photo to
life. Just like in decorating your home,
the small touches you add make such a big difference. Take for example, the label Donna is making
in the above picture. Everything for
each picture has to be prepared and planned well in advance. Donna has such a creative gift for making
sure every tiny aspect of a photo is thought out – a talent I truly admire.
Unfortunately, I do not have a definite date as to when the
stories will appear in print. Sometimes
they appear quickly and other times it takes months. I will be sure to let you know if I get a
heads up as to when they will be published.
As I mentioned earlier, the pictures are incredible. I can’t wait for you to see them!
11 comments:
I'm sure it is an amazing process, Stacy! I guess besides cleaning to prepare for the shoot, you just stand back and watch. It must be interesting to see how they move your stuff around, too.
How fun to have the pros back to shoot your house!! I love the pic of your kitchen filled to the brim with flowers.
Londen
The behind the scenes information is so interesting to me and so neat to be able to learn so much from both John and Donna - they certainly look like a dynamic duo in that first photo. Thanks so much for sharing.
Dear Stacy - I just discovered your blog via Pinterest, and have added it to my blogroll. Congratulations on the photo shoot!! I am looking forward to seeing the photos and publication. It always seems to take forever, but the wait is so worth it. Cheers, Loi Thai - Tone on Tone
How fun! Can't wait to see the photos!
I'm sure that it was such fun to watch this process but exhausting, too. Be sure to let us know when we can see the photos.
Isn't amazing what a few well placed accessories, a creative eye and a good camera can do? Congrats on getting that process done. I know it's A LOT of work getting ready for it.
That looks like SO much fun!! I'm jealous :)
Stacy
Stacy- Congratulations!! I can't wait to see the story and photos in print!
xojoan
Love all those fresh flowers. Can't wait to see your photos! Congrats!
Stacy Congratulations!! I have always wished for someone to come in and style my home. Another set of eyes can make a huge difference.
I hope you will enter my precious Giveaway from the Cross Bottle Guy!
xoxo
Karena
Art by Karena
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