Strings Attached
So named because this is my violin and my son’s first violin. It tugs on my heart whenever I look at it.
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Taken with a Kodak DX6490 in manual mode.
F-stop, 4
Shutter speed, 4
Indirect lighting
Colour: sepia
Post processing:
lightened the exposure to bring out the shadow ( a dear friend actually did that. This was a few months ago with my old camera, and less experience)
I took 105 shots before I got the one I wanted, first going outside in colour, coming in, experimenting with the light. Learned a lot!
Strings Attached belongs to the following groups:
Music of the Spirit Available for sale asGreeting Cards and Matted Prints

Sarah Bentvelzen
beautiful work!
OldBirch replied
Much obliged!
Brian Carey
Sweet and endearing!
Angel Perry
Perfect title for a perfect image. Lovely!!!!
OldBirch replied
Thank, Angel, that’s really nice of you to say so.
mrscboretti
Lovely!
OldBirch replied
Thanks, Christine!
Gail Bridger
This is a perfect shot and absolutely perfect title!!
OldBirch
Thanks again, Gail. I really appreciate it.
Isa Rodriguez
this one is special.. truly special. As soon as i saw it , i could feel the love to have taken this shot..
OldBirch
Thank you, Isa. It’s a photo I wanted to have taken for years. I didn’t think I could do it myself.
Taylor Sawyer
OH I just love this! I played the cello so I have a thing for string instruments. But the sentiment here is what gets me! Its just wonderful!
Unfortunately I have to reject if from Photography 101 for the following reason. Please make the changes and re-submit! I would lvoe to see this in the group!
This photo was submitted to the group Photography 101. I like it alot ,however, the group guidelines ask for an explanation in your description about the photography aspects of the work. Can you please give more detail about your camera, lens, settings, what photography techniques you used, etc? If this is not added to your description, I will be forced to reject your photo. Please remember its not a personal thing, but we would liek this group to be a learning group for others. You can resubmit it at any time with the forementioned changes! Thank you!
OldBirch replied
Thanks so much, Taylor.
I was worried about that as I don’t have the specifics on that photo. I’ll give it a shot. But I completely understand if it doesn’t meet the requirements.
Taylor Sawyer
At a bare minimum give us the camera used and the lens (if applicable). ;-)
BCasTal
Another winner. It sounds like it was a lot of work to get the shot, but it was worth it.
Beautiful!
Taylor Sawyer
Hey there, I have a favor to ask! This is a great example of a still life. I was thinking about using this image on the button I am making to create easy access to examples of photography techniques on Photography 101. I just need your permission to snag this work off of RB and use it on the button. Is that ok with you?
PS You will also be asked, when we are ready to do it, to tag this photo with a group tag representing still life photography. This just means you have a good example here and we want to include it in our library of excellent works to exhibit photography techniques.
OldBirch replied
Now how could I possibly refuse that? Absolutely. I’m honoured.
And thank you again for all the great work you are doing for Photography 101. You are obviously putting a lot of effort into it.
Taylor Sawyer
Yay! I finally finished the buttons for group tagging! I will post them soon but I wanted to tell you what to tag your photo with! Please tag your photo with the following tag:
p101still
Stan Wojtaszek
If this was your 105th shot, it was well worth the effort.
OldBirch replied
Sweet! Thanks, Stan.
And I love your work!
onefourseven
Beautiful shot!! Your hard work paid off!!
OldBirch replied
Thank you. That’s quite a complement considering your fine work.
NordicBlackbird
that is so warm and soothing :))))
fabulous world, OB!!!
OldBirch replied
Thanks, Nat. This photo means a lot to me.
mlynnd
What a beautiful shot. Love the simplicity.
OldBirch replied
Thank you, Mlynd!
lorilee
Beautiful!!!!!! The lighting is perfect!!!
OldBirch replied
Thanks Lorillee.
And I love your bluejays!
cdcantrell
I like it the sepia,
OldBirch replied
Thanks, CD!
Ghelly
I love the treatment, the scene and the title, Awesome work
OldBirch replied
Thanks, Ghelly.
I love your portraits.
DREAM CATCHER ...
really nice .you must of had fun taking that.. violins make perfect photographic subjects.
OldBirch replied
Hi Kyrah. Yes, violins are beautiful. And you’re right, it was fun!
jwinman
I love the tonality of this… great lighting
OldBirch replied
Thanks. Tone is a great musical word to use!
Caterpillar
Beautiful picture, lovely composition :)
OldBirch replied
Thanks so much, Cat!
oddoutlet
lovely! have you got it frames somewhere in the house?
OldBirch replied
Actually, I do. Blushing as I say this. It’s a photo I always wanted and thought I’d need a pro to do. It actaully got me started on this journey, which I’m loving and am completely addicted to now.
oddoutlet
Yeah why get a pro when you can do it yourself, just as well I say : )
Daphne Johnson
Fantastic capture. I love the tones and the feel of this shot, and it’s quite sweet. Very well done.
OldBirch replied
Thanks, Daphne, that’s a nice thing to say!
Stephen Thomas
Great photo!
OldBirch replied
Thanks so much, Stephen!
Lisa Roberts
Lovely image
Lisa x
OldBirch replied
Thank you, Lisa!
Per E. Gunnarsen
Beautiful tones and compo
OldBirch replied
Thank you, Per. Considering your lovely portfolio, this is quite a complement
Pamela Jayne S...
beautiful!
OldBirch replied
Thanks, Pam!
dinghysailor1
fabulous capture of the contrasting pair! what a tiny starter one that is…
:))
OldBirch replied
Thanks, Maggie. That violin is a 1/32 replica of a full size. The first one in Newfoundland. And it’s actually playable!
sendao
absulutely amazing,great capture!!!
OldBirch replied
Obrigado again, Sendao!
Antanas
lovely work, well done
OldBirch replied
Aciu, Antanas!
BCasTal
Congratulations on your WIN in the Still Life Challenge!!!!!!!
Very well deserved.
OldBirch replied
Thanks, so much Barbara. What a nice surprise!
SPQQKY
Congratulations …...A superb shot…..
OldBirch replied
Thanks so much, Gordon!
Squealia
OldBirch replied
Thanks so much, Celia!
Pamela Jayne S...
Huge Congrats OB my money was on this as our winner :) for the still life challenge – super duper :))
OldBirch replied
Thanks, Pam. That’s very kind of you! This is my first win. : )
Rosy Kueng
Oh..I saw this one in the challenge…I thought to have commented…

on winning the challenge!!!!! a really, really smashing capture! well deserved Hazel
OldBirch replied
Aw, shucks. Thanks Rosy!
Steven Guy
It was worth the 105 shots to get the one that you are happy with. Lovely composition !
OldBirch replied
Thanks, Steven. It was actually this shot that unintentionally brought me to RedBubble. Truthfully, I was blackmailed! But with happy results.
cdwork
Superb Capture
OldBirch replied
Thanks so much, Chrissy!
Steven Guy
Welcome abaord then. I hope you enjoy it as much as I have !
OldBirch replied
Thanks, Steven. I am enjoying it to the point of obsession!
Heather Rivet...
fantastic and great choice for tone
OldBirch replied
Thanks, Heather. Tone is the perfect word to use for this! : ) And thanks for all your comments!
Svetlana Sewell
fantastic composition & shot!
OldBirch replied
Thanks so much, Svetlana!
handprintz
A beautiful capture of one of my favourite musical subjects ! wonderful work
OldBirch replied
Thanks, Trudi. So do you play?
Love your avatar. Our family’s into horses too!
handprintz
Yes l play ,my most treasured possession !! and thanks for commenting on the avatar my horses are another of my treasures lol
Jan Timmons
Now how the heck did I miss this beauty? And you play the violin? How cool is that!
All the comments and responses are fascinating, too. Printing and framing our own work makes a great topic. I’ve done two test prints, but no framing. Since this is near and dear to you, then it makes sense that you imbued the shot with emotion. The small violin next to the large one conveys that. Have you printed and framed any other photos of your own?
OldBirch replied
Thanks, Jan. Yes, that violin and this photo are near and dear to my heart. No, I haven’t yet framed any others, but my family is urging me to. I probably will just to see what they look like finished and on a wall
Etienne RUGGER...
Wonderful sepia tone and composition !!
OldBirch replied
Merci beaucoup, Etienne. An honour…
Silvia Ganora
Just beautiful! Well done :)
OldBirch replied
Grazie, Silvia!
Joel Tjintjelaar
This is a very good shot with some good lighting and tones. Composition is perfect.
OldBirch replied
Thank you, Joel. You know, being on your watchlist is making me nervous! I am now thinking twice about putting up a shot mainly intended so I can prolong a joke. You are going to make me work twice as hard now to get a good shot!! Thanks again, ever so much!
Joel Tjintjelaar
Now I will be watching you even more closely! And you’re welcome!
Karen Tillotson
An emotional image…just lovely!
OldBirch replied
Thanks so much, Karen!
Cee Neuner
Gorgeous!!!!
OldBirch replied
Thanks, Cee. This shot means an awful lot to me.
trueblvr
this is heavenly…...
OldBirch replied
thanks, TB!
vampvamp
nice one.
OldBirch replied
Thanks, VV!
Joel Tjintjelaar
This is very beautiful… I love the tones and I see more than just two violins, I see the strong bond between parent and child…
OldBirch replied
You’re some sweet, my son! Once again, I thank you.
Joel Tjintjelaar
I had to comment on this one again…
Scott d'Almeida
outstanding,
BigD
Excellent tones
walela
Beautiful!!
JennyDean 17 days ago
excellent work, looks great in sepia :)
Maureen Maliha 11 days ago
Would love to see this in Music of the Spirit
Thanks for considering adding it to the group!
OldBirch replied 11 days ago
Thanks for the offer, Maureen!
Maureen Maliha 11 days ago
Thanks for joining and adding :
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