Granny Hunter

Rosalie Dale IPA

Granny Hunter

I came across this very old photograph recently of my great grandmother and one of her daughters (I do suspect it was a firm belief that cameras would break if anyone smiled in days gone by!!!) – so combined it with Granny’s favourite book, The Bible, and an old rose in another attempt at creating a nostalgic image.

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Granny Hunter by Rosalie Dale IPA
Granny Hunter by Rosalie Dale IPA
  • Tracey-Anne Pryke

    Tracey-Anne Pryke

    How wonderful ….I just love the colour….It’s started!!!!!!!

  • Rosalie Dale IPA replied

    Thanks for the lovely compliment Traceyanne!!! (Can’t wait!!)

  • Tom Gomez

    Tom Gomez

    Great old picture, I love these …
    Actually, the reason for not smiling in photographs in days of yore is that dental hygene was pretty poor then and most people had bad teeth …

  • Rosalie Dale IPA replied

    Hey Tom I didn’t think of the teeth problem! What a practical answer to the conundrum. Thanks for the kind words buddy.

  • Catherine Davis

    Catherine Davis

    Gorgeous photo, yes, very nostalgic!

  • Rosalie Dale IPA replied

    Thank you Catherine very much

  • Maximus

    Maximus

    Ah, more of your majic, lovely. :)

  • Rosalie Dale IPA replied

    Thanks buddy

  • Murray Swift

    Murray Swift

    Well done! The parchment in the background looks good too. You HAVE created a nostalgic image.

  • Rosalie Dale IPA replied

    Pleased you like it Murray – the parchment look is from a textured overlay which has been reduced in opacity to give the aged look.

  • Noelene Davies

    Noelene Davies

    Wow Rosalie this is fantastic.Love the colour and capture. And yes you are so right about them smiling I have old photos around this place and none of the people are smiling.

  • Rosalie Dale IPA replied

    Noelene you should try some still lifes with your old pics! It is quite challenging but very rewarding! Thanks for the lovely encouragement

  • Phil Thomson IPA

    Phil Thomson IPA

    Perfect, Rosalie !!! This is a very special memory that you have created and captured; a wonderful heritage, both earthly and Spiritually !!!

  • Rosalie Dale IPA replied

    Gave myself a bit of a challenge Phil – hard to get the Bible in effectively and still focus on the photo – however, I wasn’t too disappointed with the end result. Thanks for the lovely words mate.

  • Sarah Moore

    Sarah Moore

    LOL – which daughter – she had a few!!

  • Rosalie Dale IPA replied

    They sure knew how to create large families in those days Sare!! This was Marj (Kable). Not sure if I can see any family resemblance …?!!!

  • Kitsmumma

    Kitsmumma

    Lovely composition and feel to this image. Nice work.

  • Rosalie Dale IPA replied

    So pleased you like it Kitsmumma … thank you

  • georgieboy98

    georgieboy98

    Great work Rosalie and I love these very old photos. I agree that it wasn’t the done thing to smile – I think the exposures were way too long for anyone to hold a smile anyway. You have set this scene just beautifully. Peter

  • Rosalie Dale IPA replied

    Again there are at least 100 shots in a file that didn’t make the grade! These are quite challenging – even then, there’s usually a bit of cloning and fiddling to do … thanks for the encouragement Peter.

  • Ellen

    Ellen

    Very beautiful done Rosalie!

  • Rosalie Dale IPA replied

    Thank you Ellen!

  • Andrew Bosman

    Andrew Bosman

    Your attempt worked Rosalie!
    Well done.

  • Rosalie Dale IPA replied

    Much appreciated Boz – thanks mate.

  • GailD

    GailD

    Another great one Rosalie. Very nostalgic. You’ve achieved you’re goal.

  • Rosalie Dale IPA replied

    Some of these set-up shots are like giving birth to a child – a long and painful process, but worth it in the end! Thanks Gail.

  • Andrew Ness

    Andrew Ness

    one word: outstanding!

  • Rosalie Dale IPA replied

    Thanks heaps Nessie!

  • Tparker

    Tparker

    It is a beautiful capture Rosalie

  • Rosalie Dale IPA replied

    Much appreciated Teresa, thank you

  • SharonD

    SharonD

    This looks great Rosalie. Well done.

  • Rosalie Dale IPA replied

    Glad you like it Sharon

  • Jan Piller

    Jan Piller

    It’s lovely Rosalie! Nice job! It looks exactly like my grandfather’s bible and pictures also – you’re right – they didn’t seem to enjoy having their images captured. Times sure have changed!

  • Rosalie Dale IPA replied

    I cheated a bit Jan and used my own Bible – it was tatty enough I thought! Pleased you feel it achieves the aged look …

  • Dennis Gay

    Dennis Gay

    G’day Rosalie,

    Another powerfully nostalgic image you have created here as a great addition to your fine series.
    The items themselves tug at the heart strings and your arrangement and conposition brings out the very best view.
    Photographed and processed very well indeed.
    Great work that girl! Encore!

    GB
    Dennis

  • Rosalie Dale IPA replied

    Again, the setting up on the props was a dilemma Dennis – a real challenge to get it to ‘hang together’. I do appreciate your favouriting and the encouragement – thank you!

  • solareclips~Julie Alexander

    solareclips~Ju...

    Wonderful work Rosalie!!! I also have many old photo’s like this…. you may have inspired me!! ;-)

  • Rosalie Dale IPA replied

    Off you go Julie – it is challenging but very rewarding!!! Pleased it inspired you.

  • Marvin Collins

    Marvin Collins

    You are so good at this, they must sell. Excellent!!!

  • Rosalie Dale IPA replied

    What a nice thing to say Marvin, thank you! Sales are wonderful, when they happen!

  • Virginia McGowan

    Virginia McGowan

    Rosalie this is wonderful. Just shows why it’s good to keep things, [what an excuse or hording] hehehe ] amazing if people could have know how these photos would have ended up showing around the world.

  • Rosalie Dale IPA replied

    You are right – firstly I hoard outrageously!!! Secondly these people would have had no idea where their images would end up! How the world changes …

  • savosave

    savosave

    excellent still life shot

  • Rosalie Dale IPA replied

    Hey Dave – thanks my friend

  • Farmncamera

    Farmncamera

    Very beautiful…..and so very nostalgic…. XX…. :)

  • Rosalie Dale IPA replied

    Pleased you like it Elaine

  • Kofoed

    Kofoed

    Great mood you have created here, Rosalie. As on all your “vintage” work.
    This one is particularly lovely. Maybe it’s the authentic old photo, you’ve incorporated.
    Wonderful work, brilliantly composed

  • Rosalie Dale IPA replied

    If you comment is true, then I’ve achieved my aim – thanks for the encouragement Keld.

  • Memaa

    Memaa

    Sensational composition. I love old family, historical compositions. You have created another precious heirloom for your family. That is a great idea. I think I’ll make some for kids too! You are so creative and talented. Love it.

  • Rosalie Dale IPA replied

    I would encourage you to have a go Sue – it is very rewarding!

  • taueva

    taueva

    wonderful composition and treatment!!! nostalgic feel indeed!

  • Rosalie Dale IPA replied

    Thank you

  • Tahnja

    Tahnja

    a strikingly beautiful composition Rosalie which is what I love about you work

  • Rosalie Dale IPA replied

    Thank you Tahnja so much

  • mariarty

    mariarty

    Oh!! I love when you do these images Rosalie. Precious memories and a slice of history.

  • Rosalie Dale IPA replied

    What a lovely thing to say Marie – thank you

  • DawsonImages

    DawsonImages

    A bit of family history, nice choice of tones

  • Rosalie Dale IPA replied

    Mike I do appreciate the encouragement – thank yuou

  • LindaMcCarthy

    LindaMcCarthy

    Very special picture, Rosalie. Beautifully and tenderly composed. Moving work and really excellent.

  • Rosalie Dale IPA replied

    Thank you for favouriting Granny Hunter’s old likeness Linda! I am flattered.

  • Bootiewootsy

    Bootiewootsy

    Love this whole photo… Excellent Rosalie…

  • Rosalie Dale IPA replied

    Thanks so much Carol.

  • CarolM

    CarolM

    Oh my, this is such a wonderful piece. You put the items together just beautifully. What a wonderful family memory.

  • amarica

    amarica

    Love this one, very heartwarming!

  • Wendi Donaldson

    Wendi Donaldson

    What a beautiful tribute to your family….and lovely way to honour those long gone.

  • Rosalie Dale IPA

    Rosalie Dale IPA

    Thank you Carol, Amarica and W.

  • i l d i l a z a r

    i l d i l a z...

    Nice nostalgic photo.

  • Rosalie Dale IPA replied

    Thank you for placing this in your Favourites – I am flattered!

  • Peter Zentjens

    Peter Zentjens

    Very nice still life Rosalie.

  • Rosalie Dale IPA replied

    Thanks Peter

  • TokikoAnderson

    TokikoAnderson

    Going through your photoes is like bring back nostalgia, romance and elegance.

  • Rosalie Dale IPA replied

    I am so pleased you like them Tokiko … thank you for adding me to your watchlist.

  • Taschja Hattingh

    Taschja Hattingh

  • Rosalie Dale IPA replied

    Thank you Taschja (sorry about the late response!!)

  • Waleska Luker

    Waleska Luker

    Congratulations! Your work was voted the most popular entry in a First Things Group challenge.

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