Joyful Progress

I'm excited about some very *Joyful* progress here... Perhaps you've noticed a few things already? First, I'll say that I'm enjoying creating photos of my work EVEN MORE than I was a few days ago... My enthusiasm & enjoyment of this has been multiplying almost as quickly as the number of pixels that I've been prolifically propagating!! I still feel like there is a *whole*world*more* to learn... But, I'm happy that my *capturing* is getting much better, and I want to thank my teachers & mentors (the ones I know personally, and the ones whose words I've read when researching.)

I'm also starting to use more *props* in my photos. For some reason, I guess I thought at first that the backgrounds of my product photos should be as neutral as possible. Thankfully, thru a series of events and encouragement, I've begun using some beloved objects as props. They may add rich color and appealing texture, yet they're still fairly neutral--without distracting patterns, etc. Actually, most of the decor I've chosen in my home is very much like the materials that I choose in my work. Natural colors, textures, simplicity, well designed and constructed... Combined with a bit of whimsical surprise (like the lime green piece below!!) In addition to household items, I will also use some of the display pieces that I've used for craft shows. A few years ago, when I was doing a lot of craft shows, many people would compliment my booth and display pieces. Especially one particular piece that I used for displays--people asked so often if it was for sale, I even tried to get more, or have them made!!

More progress... I set up a *mini* CreatingForJoy Etsy shop -- right HERE at my blog... And did it all by myself--with no assistance from anyone!! (Check it out--on the right-hand side.)

Have been working on a *new* logo for CreatingForJoy which goes along with designing a new banner for my blog & my shop & my website & so much more... (Chris is helping me with this!!)

And...I'm announcing my very *First*Online*Thanksgiving*Holiday*Sale* using a coupon code (new at Etsy!!) ....................... More info very soon :)

Gratefully yours,

Dawn