Latte and Lunch
Ok.. I never do still life photos.. so I am out on a limb here.. be gentle!
BOBAN is my inspiration here.
His love of still life had me wondering.. am I missing out on something..
I took only 10 shots..tee hee.. to find the one that best showed our mood.. My gal pal drinks I do not. so I had some with the vino.. but this is my photo about my day and Latte and Lunch is how I do it!!
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Boban
This is beautiful pretty lady ................... B.
linaji replied
Ahh my mentor!! Hey you!! thanks so much.. You are the king of still Life for me!
Jaybe
I LIKE your day…....perfect still life…...I LOVE it and it’s going to faves.. Do more!!!! Lol
linaji replied
Tee hee.. Jaybe.. thank you.. for fave and nice words.. nervous when I don’t so something all the time.. will try more..
Doris B. Lambl...
a wonderful very tasty photo and great tribute too! love it
linaji replied
Doris!! thank you so much.. it does look delicious!
Corinne Pouzet
This is too yummy !!!
linaji replied
Corinne,,, I am really flattered.. you come from a place where all this beautiful coffee drinking was invented!!! Thank you!
midzing
fantastic shot,,,, well done
linaji replied
I am smiling! Hello Midzing..:=D thank you so much!
tuffcookie
looks delicious girlfriend!! hope you drank it after :) great still life!!
linaji replied
Hi TC.. you are so good at still life too!! thanks for the boost!
yes and very quickly!!
RMonroe
Oooh, that looks good Lina…It must be a still life day to day(LOL).....
linaji replied
Well you dropped out of Abstract Collage and started your own mind set!! Now that I graduated.. It took me 6 years for the 4 year degree,
I think I could have done without all the fall der rah/... just listen to wherever you are.. and breath.. and shoot or paint or love…
Anthony R. Pla...
Nice shot! You getting into advertising? :)
linaji replied
lolol Anthony.. you a trip!!
Mark Ramstead
I would like a sip of this too…
linaji replied
do you drink coffee ever? I would share gladly friend.
blamo
Two sugars Pleeze
linaji replied
I knew it!!! unfortunately.. it is a packet of Spenda.. I look down with shame when I ask the waiter for this..
gummyworldlover
:Looks yummy!
linaji replied
Gail!! you are a wonderful photographer!!!
tuffcookie
aww thanks honey! I do try! :) Von gave me a hand on China doll… it wasn’t working for me lol. keep working at it hun i love the direction your still lifes are taking :)
linaji replied
It is wonderful to have all our friends as artists to give us some pointers!!
Mark Ramstead
It is as if I already have caffeine in my veins, as you know I run hot from the minute I wake up. My makeup suggests I need valium more than a pickup, but such chemicals do not allow me to drive a truck. I love what I see in your still life though, it’s taste and it warmth appeal to me. Caffeine makes me too aggressive… I avoid it.
linaji replied
I did not know you ran hot and cold.. I feel your energy runs a bit
more inquisitive in nature.. kind of caffeine like for sure …I like how I feel with my 2 cups.. :=D
Sensiworld
Great Lina ! Looks yummy ;)
linaji replied
Hi Sylvia!! Ohh this place was amazing.. I have photo’s of what I ate.. should I show that too? they are pretty.
linaji replied
Hi Sylvia!! Ohh this place was amazing.. I have photo’s of what I ate.. should I show that too? they are pretty.
Ushna Sardar
MMMMMM YUMMY!!!!!!!!!!! beautiful piece lina!!!!!!
linaji replied
Ushna.. xoxo thank you so much! We will have a cup together someday I know it!!
dawndavies
looks yummy, great light on it linaji, dawnx
linaji replied
Natural Light Dawn.. thank you!! I am going thu my morning replys..and I know I am headed your way.. I think I saw before I retired.. you and some beautiful flower shots.. looking forward love.xox
Sensiworld
Hi Lina ! Yes please do post them…I am very curious.
Can remember last year when I was in France that I took a lot of photo’s of yummy things I have eaten there.
There is a Food for thought group for these kind of photo’s maybe you can join it. x
RLHall
Beautiful still life, Lina, perfect! Always good to try something new :-))))
linaji replied
Well you do this all the time.. in all ways.. I am leery a bit.. so thank you..
lianne
this is a lovely still life Lina – wonderful composition, beautiful colors – and yummm so inviting!
linaji replied
I love a cup o’latte.. in the afternoon only if I am out with the girls..or girl!! thank you Lianne appreciate your encouragement.
LindaR
well done Lina ~ great light against the dark background and reflective properties of the of spoon to cup & table ~ are you sure Aperto doesn’t want this shot for showcasing a good cup for the marketing pieces?? :) xx
linaji replied
Dear Linda,,
wow.. you are a pal.. I really am trying something new and a bit hesitant.. I will maybe show this to them…. I would love to do this for a F/T living!!
dawndavies
many thansk linaji, i got a drenching in a storm but that dont show on the pictures os it was well worth it, dawnx
linaji replied
Dawn.. I love the direction you are taking.. keep it up..rain or shine!! You have an artist eye.. I feel so happy for photoshop.. or I would never ..and I have tried Dawn.. attempt to show drawings.. tee hee.. not this lifetime!
aspectsoftmk
the reflecton on the table and the shadow of the cup…lina…you are full of creation…i love this…...absolutly…xox
linaji replied
Ohhh my darling. Terri!! I was a bit nervous.. life is taking such a wonderful turn.. coffee talk soon..LINAJI is back…......!! thank you for this.. I was hoping you would comment today.
pinkyjain
i love photos of coffee, be it regular (i only drink my black) or latte, this is a fantastic capture, love the mood, the tone, eXcellent Lina
TeriLee
COOL!!! Now with Terri’s shrimp, I got a cup of yumminess here!!!....yummy is my word for today…..it feels like a YUMMMY kind of day!!! xoxoxoxoxoxo :)
Mysticmoon
I’ll join in on the ‘yummy’! this sure is a cup of yummy!! ... and I really like the way you payed attention to the small details that adds to this yummy image…. especially the reflection of the light from the spoon onto the side of the cup, it looks like a delicate leaf….. so beautiful!!
Jan Landers
i LOVE the feeling of this, lina…...it works!!! yes, do more….pleeeeeze? :
) happy day to you! :)dinghysailor1
mouthwateringly good! what a lovely capture and thanks to you for your precious encouragement my friend!
:))
linaji replied
Oh my gosh.. thank you!! I am amazed at how much beauty is everywhere right now… latte and a little rose too!
joak
lovely….whit no biscuits!
linaji replied
Ahhh dar.. tell me ..do you like mussles? in vino and garlic bread.. let me know.. if you do I have a som fen for ye…(yep still tryin dar Joak.. love to ye) tee hee..
David Friederich
Oh, I think this is a magnificent photo, worthy of the best in the advertising industry. You may get some calls about this one. You are so creative!
linaji replied
David!!! David… you are a real sweet one.YOU! thank you ever ever so much.. that just made my morning even sweeter!
devotee1
Very nicely done! Focus on the latte, colors and arrangement, with the menu are quite enticing. I will go make myself a cup of coffee right now.
linaji replied
Dear Joe!! that is what I wanted to Sell ..the Lattee.. everything a compliment around it.. thank you for seeing into the whole set up.. wow.
nkbellani
A delicious delight of still life…so very well done!
linaji replied
Hello Kumarji.. I am working on another interview now.. can you hold up a bit.. love you and thank you so much for your kind words.xox
amarica
Ymmmmmmy, it looks delicious! Great job Lina. xxxx
linaji replied
It was completely delicious Anne.. so very much like the photo!! tee hee
Tara Filliater
oh i havent had a latte in foreverrrrrrrr
loooksss sooo goodddd
i wish we were in willy wonka
and could grab what we want out of the tv
Lucindawind
its very nice ..you did a great job on it !
linaji replied
appreciate your comment here Lucinda.. I want to work more on lighting in the process of improving my skills..xox
Manuel Wieczorek
looks very good for your first still life shot. i agree with LindaR, it would be a good marketing picture.
the light and the composition are amazing. :-)
linaji replied
Manuel.. you are so cool.. thank you for these comments.. appreciate.. will try I think.. I know the owner a bit.. my friend and I always go here.. fantastic drink and food.
joak
aye sounds great ….yer commin on wi the lingo!
linaji replied
Ohhh Joak.. wen yer da sayn to me dis .. I mightn make a fool of me!
teehehhhheeee I am really having a ball now!! Next life ai will be born in Scotland!
Joanne Bradley
Perfect capture! You do still life very well! Gives me fond memories of sipping with a friend in the beautiful old port of Montreal!
Judi Taylor
Even Boban had to admit that this is really great. Perhaps one day I will be able to do too but until then ... how do you feel about landscapes? lol
I love this still life, Lina. You did great.
Dawne Olson
Terrific still life…. I could sure use a spot like that right about now! Very appealing image!
linaji
Thank you Dawne, for the fave and terrific comment!
Stephen Thomas
Great photo of this cup good looking latte! Very well lit!
linaji replied
Well thank you Stephen!
Dayonda
Congratulations for having your good work Featured on the LIGHT and REFLECTION Group Home Page! 24 July 2008
linaji replied
Thank you so Much! I did not see the notifacation so appreciate your personal thanks..
lucin
Exposure perfection.
Daniel J. McCa...
Fantastic shot! Looks delicious! Beautifully lit! Superb comp!! And, now I need one : )
GlennB
dig the reflection of the spoon – it takes you around the cup & into the foam!
Sassafras
I would…if I could…have a coffee as beautiful as this one. But, I can’t… so I’ll just keep this image snugged down in my favs instead.
Hugs, Lina~
Sassi
Sensiworld
Hi Lina,
Found a new group where this image would be perfect in
All things coffee
Sylvia x
Jeff Palm Phot...
delicious!!!!!!!!!!
michael byerley
I REALLY LIKE THIS !!! I ENJOY THE COMPOSITION AND THE PLACEMENT OF ALL THE ITEMS.THE REFLECTION IS SUCH AN ADDED TOUCH !!!
linaji replied
Oh Michael.. thanks for this comment.. I too really love this piece.. such a wonderful day out and about!!
Simon Duckworth
Mines with double cream plaease… and wellcome via Arletta… : ) you were mentioned in her dispatches…
linaji replied
Oh darling one she.. nice to meet you Simon.. and yes ..i would take double cream too.. but well.. lets say in the next lifetime I will believe that all is just fine.. fat is just a 3 letter word!
Arletta
Be gentle? How do you gently tell someone they did friggin’ fantastic, right before stealing their drink? Tell me that, and I, sweetheart, shall be gentle as a lamb!
linaji replied
HEUYYYYY SWEET.. I missed this one.. your the bomb!! Love your comments.. gonna take a nap.. xo
NordicBlackbird
gorgeous composition, light and … magic shot, sweet lina!!! :))))))
xoxoxoxoxo
Corey Bigler
This makes me sad that I’ve already had my latte today! :-( Excellent work!!!!
solareclips~Ju...
Looks like the perfect afternoon!!! (only my side of the table would have a little vino!)
Arletta
I recommend this piece. I cut my finger so I’m not typing a bunch of stuff as to why, not tonight, but, I do recommend it and if you go to the I Recommend group, you can submit it! I Recommend
Diana Burman
Looks delicious! Very nice job…I want to stick my nose in there, giggle