Having more time is a fickle subject.  It's the carrot on the string of life. I constantly feel like I'm on one of those timed obstacle course reality TV programs. I'm climbing the walls.  I'm swinging through rings. People are cheering my name. And I'm moving as fast as I can trying not to fall down or get wet. Why? Because I want to be the fastest to cheat my way into having more time to do something else. Like Snap Chat.

This week we challenged our photographers to think about what they'd do if they had just a little more time in each day. How would they spend it? Would you be selfish with your time, spend it learning something new, spending it with someone you love? What a great week of fun it was to see your photographs. I made a list of things I'd like to do this week if I could squeeze in a little bit more time for myself. And....I did two out ten, and not one of them was painting my nails. Sigh. Maybe next week. 

Our top ten is always in no particular order. When you enjoy the photograph, check out the artist. Chances are you will enjoy more of their work. Send them some love and pats on the back. We all could use one.

Here we go...

ONE {I love the lines. It really feels like I'm riding that bike. You captured the movement fantastically. Great POV. }

Wk28/52 With More Time by Tony McCann 

TWO {Gorgeously done. I love that you gave us a tip this week on your double exposure. Sometimes its the only way to make the camera see what we see. Great work!}

Project 52 With more time..... Terry Lynn Ayers 

THREE {I thought about you this week. When I was moving, I found my Learn Italian collection of CD's. Still in their protective plastic. Sigh. Love the set up. Love the shadows. Love the the paper heart.}

talking italian by Stefanie L

FOUR {Beautiful depth. It looks like your rose could go on forever. Great work!}

{With More time...} week 28/52 by karisworld 

FIVE {Great creative shot! You are really rocking out your photoshop skills. Everything else will be a piece of cake now! I think you captured how a lot of us feel blazing thru our days.}

Week 28/52 With More Time... Catherine_pdx 

SIX {This shot made me smile. It must be a giant canvas immediately - I'm thinking 40x60 - think about it. It's so perfect in every way. Great job! I have always wanted a tandem bike. You think Michael would do this with me?}

Ten Years Together is Like Riding a Tandem Bike by Catcher In My Eye 

SEVEN {Gorgeous sky and texture and sailboat. Scary dolphin.  This is so wonderfully artsy. I think if I could squeeze in some extra time, I'd watch sailboats too.}

Week 28 ~ "With More Time..." by Irela  MPE by Irela 

EIGHT {A great idea here for any photographer. Become one with your book and learn it's many hidden secrets. Great shot. Love the highlights!}

Project 52/28...With More TIme... by picsbymekarenlee 

NINE {I am really digging your funky purple light here. Very cool and a great idea for this week!}

Week 28 - With More Time... by Bernadette Miller  of planetrudy

TEN {Gorgeous Orange - and I never say anything about gorgeous and orange in the same sentence ever, but you nailed it! Great reflection. I'm with you, the beach is where it's at.}

With More Time by George Kahn

Week 29's theme is "Soft"

This week I decided NOT to photograph my soft abs, but this soft bear.  This is Mr. Bear. He's been with me since almost forever. Crazy right? He is the the American bear from The Limited's 1995 American collection. Oooh, Vintage. {Sort of.} The Limited was my very first real job EVER. I did everything. I was the door barker, a sweater master and an ultimate jean folder. This bear is amazing for my photography. He is soft, and he has weighted legs so he can pose with babies perfectly. Everyone of my children have tried to claim him without success. Mr. Bear belongs to Mom. I brought him over to the Studio this week.

29/52 Mr. Bear by Daphne Ellenburg of Ellenburg Photography 

What's new with Daphne Ellenburg?

I spent most of the week at my NEW studio or going back and forth bringing things from my attic to the new studio. I might just like saying MY NEW STUDIO a little too much. I hope it never wears off. I put some seating in.

I had some fantastic movers help me with my desk.

I set up my new office. {Mostly}

I snapped a shot of me on moving day ~ the one day it didn't rain. And then it rained.

I approved the final stage of my new sign. It's going to be Gynormous!

And Michael is going to be building me a few things this weekend. 

Things are really coming together. Everyday I feel like it's the right decision. It really feels like bouncing on clouds and sliding down a rainbow made of glitter. It feels that good.

Wishing you a GREAT week of family, fun and photography!

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Daphne Ellenburg is a Portrait photography business owner 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

Ellenburg Photography's award winning photographer, Daphne Ellenburg, specializes in Wedding Photography and Family Portraiture. We are located just north of Mobile Alabama. We proudly serve all of Alabama, and Gulfcoast Florida, Mississippi and Louisiana. (251) 656-7601