I've kept a journal since I was 17. Any real self-portrait would be found there. I was given my first camera--the kind you looked down into--when I was five. I fell in love with photography then, and it's has been a passion ever since. The arrival of consumer level photo editing software galvanized my interest, because now I could make the pictures look just like what my eye saw or my imagination envisioned when I clicked the shutter.
The picture of the journal was taken with my Kodak Z915; the one of myself with the iPhone using the Self Image app (which I downloaded just today for this project!) They were assembled in Elements.
Oh, Bobbie, this is super!! Love the composition and the great editing. I, too, love all the creative software out there that helps me enhance my photos. So good to see you and get to know you a little better. (Love your smile, too)
ReplyDeleteYou are always so unique and creative...what a one of a kind idea...Awesome (and I loved hearing more about you)!
ReplyDeleteWow! Great composite! I am thoroughly impressed that you've journaled for such a long time. Glad you get to know you a bit better....
ReplyDeleteA very creative idea and a wonderful composite. I, too, am very impressed that you have journaled for such a long time. It must be wonderful and sometimes bittersweet, also,to look back on the journal and see your feelings from so long ago. I have tried to keep journals, and I prize my small efforts, but I am just a visual person, I guess. Picture taking is so much easier.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fabulous way to introduce yourself to use, by combining several of your "loves". Wonderful composite!
ReplyDeleteI cannot imagine keeping a journal for years. It is good to meet someone who does...
ReplyDeleteWow what a clever idea. One day I too hope to be able to use tools to create as you have done. I love your other photos too. Beautiful.
ReplyDeleteWhat a clever image for your self-portrait! Combining two interests that document life is notable. Looking back at both the journals and the photos can really enhance one's life.
ReplyDeleteI love this and am impressed by your having kept a journal most of your life. A lovely and creative image of you.
ReplyDeleteThis is really a "double" self portrait!! I applaud you for keeping a journal all this time. It's something that I have talked about doing and I've never kept one more than 3 or 4 days. Great idea for this project.
ReplyDeleteVery creative and it is amazing you have kept a journal so consistently. Nice job!
ReplyDeleteGreat idea to put yourself in a book, very creative, wish I had some of that....
ReplyDeleteMine is here: http://fotoblogg2010.blogspot.com/2010/03/mini-assignment-2-self-portraits.html
Christina. Sweden