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Fun with Color on 35mm Ektar

Published on March 19, 2016March 19, 2016 by Wild PieceLeave a comment

This Boo

Published on March 11, 2016March 19, 2016 by Wild Piece1 Comment

… steals my heart!

That’s all …

Wild Pieces, Photography, Courtney Colantonio-Ray

Photo of the Day: Angeles National Forest

Published on August 7, 2014March 19, 2016 by Wild PieceLeave a comment

I love the excitement and anticipation that comes with every outdoor adventure, whether it’s hiking, kayaking, zip lining, running or whatever—I just love being surrounded by beauty and chance. The chance that anything can happen, especially if you’re willing to push yourself. That’s what this picture reminds me of—the possibility of anything that lives in everything. Continue reading “Photo of the Day: Angeles National Forest” →

Photos of the Day: Sad Ranunculus

Published on April 30, 2014March 19, 2016 by Wild PieceLeave a comment

I usually try to add flowers to a photo as an accent instead of the whole shebang. But now I’m working on a project where the topic is the passage of time, so I’m pretty much photographing flowers in the process of wilting. I’m also working on a lighting experiment that went a big haywire, but I like it. Continue reading “Photos of the Day: Sad Ranunculus” →

Studio Shoot: Behind the Scenes

Published on April 27, 2014March 19, 2016 by Wild Piece1 Comment

Well…It’s been a hectic few weeks. And they’re not done yet! But I’m loving every second of it. The last two weekends, my Saturdays have been spent in the studio discovering Continue reading “Studio Shoot: Behind the Scenes” →

Photo of the Day: Venice Canals

Published on April 7, 2014March 19, 2016 by Wild PieceLeave a comment

We visited the Venice Canals this weekend (the California kind. Maybe Italy, another time!) and took some fun shots of our friends. I snapped a photo of the canals before Continue reading “Photo of the Day: Venice Canals” →

Photo of the Day: Morning Walk

Published on April 4, 2014March 17, 2016 by Wild PieceLeave a comment

“Did it rain last night?” is the question I keep hearing Angelenos ask each other this time of year. Some friends who live in west L.A. swear it has rained this week, but over in West Hollywood (which is more east than it sounds), I haven’t seen a drop. Sprinklers, though, resulted in some drenched flower buds this morning.

Bits of Bliss

Published on April 1, 2014March 17, 2016 by Wild PieceLeave a comment

Just a few favorites from around our apartment: A cute jewelry elephant I picked up as an impulse buy at Forever 21 ($6—worth it!); a beautiful sunset from our balcony; my favorite candles that smell delicious; the only plant I haven’t failed! (Confession: My husband takes care of it.)

Morning Moments

Published on March 26, 2014March 17, 2016 by Wild PieceLeave a comment

Confession: Sometimes, I don’t want to write…I just want to sit on my porch, drink coffee, read and enjoy the view—oh, and squeal about how cute my dog is on the porch, protecting me from possible intruders. Watch out, squirrels, Kuma is ON IT.

Photo of the Day: Flamingos in Vegas

Published on March 24, 2014March 17, 2016 by Wild PieceLeave a comment

Guys—the Flamingo Hotel in Las Vegas actually has a wildlife habitat with flamingos. And they’re so cool! I definitely recommend taking a peek if you get a chance, because there are some other cool animals hanging around.