"My Own Private Idaho" by Alasdair McLellan
I'm not really sure why I like these images so much. The model has the same damn expression in every photo. I've been to Idaho, and I really don't think it's anything special. Hell, I don't even like chunky knits very much. But when I saw these in this November's issue of Vogue UK, I swooned (and would have actually bought the magazine if I wasn't so cheap...I appreciate you, Vogue UK, but not for $13 USD). The photography is good. Very good. Mine hasn't been lately, which is part of the reason why I'm posting someone else's images instead of my own, but I'll get to that in a minute. These pictures remind me of my old road trips "out west." I haven't been on one in over a year now, and I need one. Bad.
If you haven't figured it out, I've been really busy lately. My new job has got me working about 45 hours a week (before, I was just putting in a 20 hour week at my internship site). I've got a bunch of school stuff to do, too, so, like I already pre-warned you, posting is going to be a little scarce until approximately December 18th, which is when I take my last final exam (ever)! It's less than a month away! I'm excited, but a little nervous because I know the time is going to fly by and I have so much to do between now and then.
I seriously have about four or five outfit posts done, but I'm just not crazy about any of them. I'm having issues figuring out my camera settings now that there is an excessive amount of light to contend with (winter = no leaves on trees), and most of my pictures turn out overexposed. In addition, I think sometimes I try too hard to make sure the photography is the best it can be, and, as a result, my actual outfits--which is what this blog is actually about!--suffer. I'm probably going to be taking it indoors now until March rolls around since it's getting so cold, so perhaps this won't be an issue anymore. Three cheers for boring walls as backgrounds?
these photos are awesome! and good luck with school!
ReplyDeleteoh honey, just post them. we are our own worst critic. i'm sure they are gorgeous because they always are. how could they be anything else? look at you.
ReplyDeletemy mother in-law gifted me a year of French Vogue and OMG how i love love love it. it's weird how the european vogue photos are SO much better than the US ones.
also, you made me guffaw earlier with your post on my site. i adore you. seriously missed our talkies.
xo,
tracy
I agree, please do post them as judging from your last OOTD post, they gotta be fantastic!
ReplyDeleteI love these photos too, esp. the third one. I fancy me donning up such elaborate layers of chunky sweater but who am I kidding? Who has the time!
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ReplyDeleteI love the sweater dress in the first photo...I hear you on the light thing.....its getting dark by the time I get home...we will all have to improvise...ughh...
ReplyDeleteId still love to see your pics:)
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Our lives get busy at times which is entirely acceptable. Just go with the flow.
ReplyDeleteWe'd love to see your outfits even with photography that's less than your usual high-standard. Even against a blank wall would be fine.
Hang in there!
I thought that woman was you when this post popped up in my dashboard. The clothes look like something you would wear (from what I've seen of your outfits).
ReplyDeleteI wouldn't worry too much about the background. I think a lot of us shoot indoors. You can be as silly as you want, too!
I am with you on the school and work front. Aren't we all just buried?
God I want to be in those photos, they are amazing!
ReplyDeleteI am with you on being so busy, what is up with this time of year? :P
These are great photos, I can see why you like them, I actually thought it might be you in the first few pics hehe.
ReplyDeleteI actually was surprised by how pretty Idaho really was when we drove through it in August. Lots of nice mountains, greenery and sme nice lakes!
Wow gorgeous!!! :D :D
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Gorgeous images. I want absolutely everything the model is wearing in each photo!
ReplyDeleteI know, I don't know how I'm going to take pictures outside against a white backdrop. I don't like indoor pictures but what other option is there, right?
Beautiful editorial - thanks for sharing!
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You've convinced me that Idaho is the place to be! I am a fan of chunky knits, though... so that may have a wee bit to do with it.
ReplyDeleteGood luck with all of your business in the next few weeks. Sometimes, I wish I was back in college and in the middle of all that hurly burly excitement/deadline stress. Weird, I know!
These pictures have a very you-quality! I love the patterns and lighting! I feel your pain with being too busy to post, but dang... 45 hours a week?! Girl, you're craaaazy! ;)
ReplyDeleteToo true! I thought it was you in the first shot and my first thought was - 'Wow, I knew she'd make a good model'.
ReplyDeleteRe: taking photos, I often find I'm my own worst critic so perhaps you should post the outfit shots after all.
I love those pictures!!xx
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(Okay... I so behind on blogs!) Neat!! Those are cool pictures, and its fun to see other stuff!! Sorry you're having lighting troubles! I'm sure your pictures are still excellent though! :)
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