Still Life Found at Shaky Barn Farm Gardens
While attending a lifestyle still life photography workshop in August of 2018 in Maine, we were treated to a morning of exploration at the local flower farm, Shaky Barn Farm Gardens. Found still life opportunities met us at every turn. After stepping out of the car, I was instantly in awe of the gorgeous grounds kept up entirely by the owner, Bonnie. I thought for certain that she had a staff of several, if not many, to help her with the several acres of gardens. So, I gasped to find out that she is the only person who tends the grounds. The sights, smells, and sounds were all refreshing. But, that gorgeous, gentle morning light was what really captivated the essence of these beautiful grounds. The light, the grounds, and Bonnie herself embraced us all with a warm welcome. I'm so glad we were able to visit the beautiful landscape there while discovering those still life treasures.I captured so many found still life scenes while roaming in Bonnie's gardens. Here are just a few. My 'Mellow' preset was applied to each photograph and then manually fine tuned in Lightroom.You can receive my free presets by signing up for my newsletter through the pop-up window.
Found Still Life
found still life garden scenes
found still life vintage-bicycle and farm equipment
found still life dishes and table scape
found still life window of garden shed
Queen Anne's Lace growing freely in the garden
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As a published, featured northern California fine art photographer living in the greater Sacramento area, I specialize in fine art landscape, nature, and still life photography. My style is authentic, fresh and personality-driven. I offer several educational opportunities. You can learn about them by going to SERVICES or WORKSHOPS. While currently living in rural northern California with my husband and a couple thousand walnut trees, I post regularly to Instagram.
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Fresh in my garden, bachelor buttons self-seed every year. They make beautiful subjects for still life when fresh or dried.