On the floor was a great theme for random anythingness. A whole world of endless possibilities. I set up my fake wood floor and waited to be inspired. Inspiration came in the form of a tiny dancer. My dancers have been coming in with a small wardrobe of glittered costumes and accessories. When young Katie pulled out her Pointe shoes, I knew I'd found my inspiration. 

There is just something magical about pointe shoes. You know you're a REAL ballerina when you get to lace up these beauties. Now as I'm sure I'll never lace up a pair on me, I sure hope young Madison is inspired to dance on her toes. She was in the studio when I photographed Katie. She watched and I could tell she was fascinated. I hope she was inspired too. 

Katie's shoes are well worn and are rumored to be in their last year of hitting the floor. She is certain she's getting a new pair this fall. From where I sit, there is nothing better than well worn dance shoes.

And for fun, Here's a shot of beautiful soft spoken Katie. Owner of those great shoes.

Great job with all the wonderful things and small people you found in the floor this week. Our top ten is in no particular order. When you love the shot, the photographer's information is listed below. Click the link. Check out their work.

Here we go...

ONE {Baby fingers and toes and chevron blocks. That looks like heaven to me. I love the shadows and the blues.}

12/52 On the floor by Sally Bruning 

TWO {Every thing is old and worn. The paint chips but the bible is still in one piece. Great find. When I look down in New Orleans, it's usually something gross. I'm so glad you found something beautiful!}

12/52 - On the floor by Kara Gootee-Robinson 

THREE {Love the bold color and the reflection. The grain is a nice touch too :-) }

12/52 ~ Theme: "On the Floor" by Catcher In My Eye 

FOUR {Only Lisa could make dust beautiful. The overall tone is really lovely. Great work!}

Week 12/52 - On the Floor by Lisa Kollberg 

FIVE {This looks like quite the adventure! Making the props really make the shoot special! Beautiful lighting and great set up.}

Week 12 ~ On the Floor by Irela

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SIX {Beautiful processing and wonderful POV. The detail in the wood grain is fab!}

On the Floor by jules1836 

SEVEN {I love the angle and burst is awesome. You are the queen of the sun burst! Kudos!}

Project 52 On the floor by Terry Lynn Ayers

EIGHT {What a colorful mess you found! Flash cards, so wonderful but so hard to keep all together!}

Week 12 - Flashcards on the floor by Jen Foster 

NINE {Beautiful lighting and rule of thirds. I like that we can see the soles of his shoes.}

EP52 12/52 {on the floor} by Anita 

TEN {That cat stole the show! It sure looks fun down there!}

12/52 On the Floor by Catherine_pdx 

Week 13's theme is "FUNNY"

Sneak Peek - Week 14's theme is Hands.

What's New with Daphne Ellenburg?

I have been wonderfully busy. Not busy enough to want to pull my hair out, but busy enough to be a little behind. Everytime I consider complaining about all the editing I still have to do, I remember that busy is a blessing. And that when people hold that portrait I take and give me a super tight hug - I know I'm doing it right even if it takes a little longer than it did 2 months ago. 

When I wasn't photographing the beautiful people of Alabama and Mississippi, I was at the ball park. Grant's Yankees are still on a winning streak. (knock on wood) And he took a solid hit to first base this week instead of the usual walk. He plays a couple nights a week and they are my favorite nights of the week.

Thursday's game was a real nail bitter. But somehow they pulled it out!

Almost ran out of gas. Almost. It's not cool to look down and see zero, but it looks like you can actually get to zero. So much for that myth.

Watched Frozen - twice.

Went to dinner and my oldest sang us some Karaoke. He chose Starship's We build this city. I was never prouder. He's not ready for the voice by any means, but it was indeed dinner and a show. Ironically Grant sang "Center field" - he is center field :-)

Introduced 2 new products to the studio. Tiny canvas on a kickstand and flat canvas. I have so many wonderful ideas coming soon for flat canvas.

Grant won this quarter's Ellenburg Report card challege. It's all or nothing around here- highest average wins and PE doesn't count. He won with a solid 96% narrowly passing Madison Kindergarden average of 95.1. Well done Grant.

Jeff still has his glorious curls.

I am officially addicted to my Wacom pad. I edit so S...L...O...W without it. I brought it home with me this weekend.

Wishing you a wonderful week filled family, fun and photography. Make it a GREAT week!!

XOXOXO,

Daphne

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Daphne Ellenburg is the owner of a Portrait photography business located in Southern Alabama with a supportive family and a new fancy-pants NEW 2000 sq ft studio. She loves college football, big handbags, lip gloss and newly all things Canon. Daphne also enjoys writing about her Photo-Adventures and her entertaining family. Catch up with her at Ellenburg Photography.com or email her at daphne@ellenburgphotography.com