A Rosy Note

A New Little Love

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Blueberries and purple jackmanii clematis on a white plate.
I have to tell you, I have a new love.  No, it’s not a sweet someone or a cute furry little friend.  It’s photographing food.  Ohhhh…love it!  So much so, that I just got a new book about food styling and photography the other day and I can’t wait to devour all the words of wisdom it holds inside.
 
Today, I thought I’d combine my love of  food and flowers into a photo frenzy of pretty, purple profusion.  Try saying that three times fast!  A few weeks ago, my Jackmanii clematis was laden with blooms…just look at them all. 
A profusion of Jackmanii clematis.
Wanting to make use of their prettiness, I paired them with some deliciously plump blueberries. Together, they felt so summery.  I took these photos when it was so hot, hot, hot outside and since the berries were frozen, they thawed out and got all nice and frosty in no time.
A blueberry-topped cheesecake on a plate.
My sister, the baker extraordinaire, whipped up these yummy little blueberry-topped cheesecakes for birthday week.  Don’t they look delicious?! It was my mom’s, dad’s and brother-in-law’s birthdays, all just a few days apart.  I think I gained a few pounds on the day we celebrated since she also made strawberry shortcake and chocolate chip cookie ice cream sandwiches.  Sometimes I just can’t control myself.  
 
Well, sweet friends, that’s all I got for ya today.  Hope you’re having a great week.
 
Until next time…
 
xo Tricia
 
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  3. sarah atmyyellowhouse says

    find some more to give us tomorrow … these are beautiful!!! This is definately your calling. You are amazing with your camera!
    Hope you're having fun…looks like you are. 🙂

  5. Jaymi says

    beautiful pics, you are REALLY good at food photography. I just bought a book on food photography too! Was it the one mentioned on Pioneer Woman? haha 🙂

  6. Anita @ GoingALittleCoastal says

    What a great combination! They are all so gorgeous. I miss my clematis I used to have. I'd love to learn more about food photography. Does this mean I'd have to cool more? 😉 I know the lighting is very important. Otherwise the food is not very appetizing!

  10. Evelyn S. says

    I truly believe that you could do food photography as a profession! Actually, you could do any photography as a profession, Tricia. Amazing!!!

  15. Kristiana says

    Lovely!!!!! Oh sooo lovely!!! Gorgeous photography!!

    I am currently saving up for my very own camera and was curious as to what kind you have?

    Many Blessings!
    ~Kristiana

  16. Lara says

    Hi Tricia 🙂

    You got it! Yay! Isn't it just the best book? I am so happy I bought it; I have learned so much about natural lighting from it. Your photos are so beautiful and charming.. love the blueberries! The muffin looks incredible! You know something? I am falling a little in love with food photography, too. Not so much the cooking/baking part, but assembling and the colors. I think my future holds a little bit of exploring food photography. I keep checking out all the up-to-date cookbooks.. Donna Hay.. Martha.. ect.. I can not stop soaking in all the gorgeous food photographs! Your clematis plant is vibrant! It looks so good in the pics!

    Lara

  18. Deborah says

    Wow!!
    You are doing fantastic at photographing food and everything else I might add!
    I ama fan of photographing food too, but mine dont look like this!! 🙂
    Beautiful berries and blooms Tricia and the cheesecakes are calling me!!
    Yumm-yum!
    Lol
    Hugs xo

    Deborah xoxoxoox

  19. LeeAnn@Encouragement Is Contagious says

    Wowsie! Tricia these photos are spectacular and the food looks delicious. You just might be sought out one day to do photography for a magazine. You definitely have been gifted!! You are good at so many things girl!

    Your clematis are so beautiful!!!! I love the color.

    I think I am going to the fridge to eat the blueberries I have in there now!
    ♥Lee Ann

  22. Kathy says

    What a lovely photo, I felt I could reach out and touch. Great photography. First time visitor and fairly new to blogging, so happy I found you. Kathy

  23. Dawna says

    Love the frost on the blueberries! What wonderful pictures you take,,,everytime!! Maybe I will have to go and experiment with some blueberries!!

  31. Nadege, says

    You have an amazing eye for your subject. I think you will be very successful at this as you are with your other projects. Stunning images.

  33. lisa says

    Photographing food is something I have never tried Tricia, and yours are absolutely wonderful! Also, I do not think I have ever seen that many blooms on a clematis. Surely not mine anyway 🙂

    Have a fantastic weekend!

  36. Kelly says

    What a beautiful set. LOVE the tones on them. I just ordered a food styling book as well….It's something I REALLY want to "focus" on….never a pun intended! You are a whiz w/your camera & i'm always inspired after looking at your thread. It's like a daily dose of inspiration!

  37. Kia says

    Oh so lovely, gorgeous photographs 🙂
    The food looks delicious (I am drooling here, LOL!) and the tones are awesome. 🙂

  39. Kristi R Artisan Jewelry says

    oh my gosh Trish, I really do think you have a gift for photography. I don't know why you ever question your obvious talent…I really mean it. Especially when you love it the way you do!

  42. jessica says

    Tricia, you are such an amazing photographer!! I love looking at food probably more than anything else…well almost!! lol Great job! You can really 'taste' the photos…. 🙂
    Have a wonderful weekend.

    Hugs,
    Jessica

  43. Sweet Young Journey says

    Oh Tricia, no matter what you photograph it's going to be beautiful. You have a special gift! I can't wait to see what new book you are reading.
    Oh, I wouldn't be able to control myself either around those delicious cupcakes!
    Hugs, Cheryl

  45. Faded Charm says

    And your so good at it too. I don't think you could take a bad photo of anything Tricia…you are sooo talented and I'm always inspired when see your posts:-)

    Enjoy your weekend.

    xoxo
    Kathleen

  51. Castles Crowns and Cottages says

    Sweet Tricia!

    First of all, thank you so much for visiting me last night! I do NOT believe we have met, and I see you are from MINNESOTA TOO??? I am in the Twin Cities. Your post is absolutely stunning. I love good photography and I wish I could take good pictures! Your kind comments are truly appreciated and I hope to see more of your work! YOu capture the lovely hues of summer in a memorable way.

    ENJOY THE SUMMER! Anita

  62. A Brush with Color says

    We have that exact same clematis, and I think it's so dramatic and stunning when it blooms. Lovely with the blueberries! I once posted on my blog that my boyfriend never remembers the name 'clematis.' He always says, "you know, that 'clitoris' plant."

    Right…

  65. alicia says

    This looks almost too beautiful to eat. Just gorgeous. You should share some tips for food photography. I don't do it so well. Thanks so much for joining our Crazy Days of Summer Photo Challenge! Yum!

  66. Kristi {at} Live and Love...Out Loud says

    Every single shot in this collection is on point! Love them all. Also, I want blueberries now. 😉
    Thanks for joining Alicia and me in the Crazy Days of Summer Photo Challenge. I hope you'll be back again on Friday when we move on to a new theme, "fun with friends". Have a great day. 🙂

  67. Karen says

    Dear Tricia,
    I'm your newest follower. I followed a link from Modern country style and I love your blog. Cherries are in season here in Australia too, so I have been inspired to buy some for the family today too.