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I like candy, puppies, honeybees, Hello Kitty, making things, ethnic food, hot weather, and photography...lots and lots of photography.
Cameras:
Pentax K100D Super
--"Penny." is my good camera
Canon PowerShot SD1100 IS (Brown)
--Bought her with my economic stimulus check. G.W. was at least good for something.
Diana F+
--now that i have a real lomo I won't have to fake it anymore.
Samsung S630 (Pink!)
--Got her on 8/24/07 after Sony Baby fell into a coma
Now it's sort of become the "family camera"
Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-T33
--My baby -the one that started the obsession.
This camera is pretty much dead. the LCD screen and right toggle button are broken, but it's still good for taking blind video.
Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-F505
--My first digital. She's an oldy but at least her flash still works. Only 2.1 MPs.
Kodak Brownie Hawkeye Flash
--Ebay purchase, takes the dreamiest pictures
Kodak Brownie Hawkeye Flash
--purchased from Fox River antique mall
Kodak Duaflex II
--bought at the Walworth County Flea Market for $8. It's in great condition and takes awesome TTVs
Vivitar 604
--A vintage Goodwill Find $4. I just couldn't leave her there. I bought film off ebay for her, we'll see how she works out.
Polaroid One Step Express
Polaroid close-up camera
--cause everybody needs a polaroid! or two
I take pictures of anything and everything. You never know what you will find in my photostream. I update in abundance and I update often. My life and what I find beautiful and interesting is documented here. I recommend searching by sets to suit your fancy.
I administer these groups on Flickr.
Murder Shack www.flickr.com/groups/murdershack
Dreamy-Creamy-Red-Blue-GreenyDreamy-Creamy-Red-Blue-Greeny
Clutching Her Faded Photograph www.flickr.com/groups/toriamos
Righteous Babeology www.flickr.com/groups/righteousbabeology/
South-Eastern Wisconsin Artists www.flickr.com/groups/se-wi-artists
Hair Self Portraits www.flickr.com/groups/hairselfportraits/
I kindly ask you to please remember to ask permission to use any of my photos. I really appreciate it.
Oh, also, I block pervs. :)
Thanks so much for your visit.
Photos of Opal in the rough (317)
Opal in the rough's favorite photos from other Flickr members (5,648)
Contacts (1,601)
Groups (50)
- Pés.Feet.Pies.Piedi.Füße.Voeten.ноги.Láb 26,428 photos, 3,302 members
- Feet - Pés - Füße - Pieds 801 photos, 491 members
- Forest Portraits 1,314 photos, 229 members
- You Cooked it! 77 photos, 29 members
- Nature Boys and Girls 6,768 photos, 1,760 members
- 52 weeks project 19,411 photos, 1,809 members
- Rose-Petal Place 241 photos, 18 members
- Port Washington, WI 218 photos, 47 members
- Apartment Therapy Home Cure 5,934 photos, 1,056 members
- All about Trees, Arboriculture, and Tree Care. 12,726 photos, 1,549 members
- Pyrex in Action 4,378 photos, 573 members
- A rEtRo Kitchenalia spot 9,992 photos, 736 members
- Generation X 2,842 photos, 432 members
- Lapin Style 437 photos, 75 members
- Beautiful very short haired girl / Very Short girl's Hairstyles 1,733 photos, 585 members
- Fluevog! 445 photos, 144 members
- Random Act's of Kindess (R.A.O.K.) 722 photos, 201 members
- Vintage Valentine 2,396 photos, 427 members
- Zombies, Zombies, Zombies! 27,587 photos, 3,276 members
- The simpler . the better 22,719 photos, 1,190 members
- Self-Portraits! 440,639 photos, 40,889 members
- Arboreal, the Art of Trees (Tree/s must be the focus of the pic) 40,096 photos, 5,632 members
- ...picture yourself in bed... 1,996 photos, 691 members
- The World's Largest Collection of Sock Pics! 1,868 photos, 619 members
- 52 Weeks 52,917 photos, 5,566 members
- RETRO FIGURAL BROOCHES & PINS 43 photos, 14 members
- My Face is My Canvas 7,511 photos, 1,226 members
- People Are Art 744 photos, 72 members
- Trees and People 1,190 photos, 233 members
- OUR HALLOWEEN GROUP (Open ALL YEAR LONG) 5,594 photos, 345 members
- Bench Monday 17,086 photos, 3,978 members
- -The Cafe- 476,757 photos, 22,433 members
- crafty thrifty frugal 3,976 photos, 397 members
- Retro Colours 22,065 photos, 1,860 members
- FRAMEs & BORDERs for use 1,448 photos, 1,003 members
- Carina Round 180 photos, 12 members
- I Won't Grow Up!!!! 244 photos, 63 members
- televisions 448 photos, 158 members
- EARTHA Day (Not EARTH Day, Silly!) 69 photos, 62 members
- Tori Amos @ Hereinmyhead.com 481 photos, 73 members
- Vintage Squeak Toys 676 photos, 115 members
- Vintage Belle 92 photos, 13 members
- Mid-Century Modern 14,665 photos, 1,372 members
- Vintage decorating 19,135 photos, 2,315 members
- What a beautiful city! 1,590 photos, 350 members
- PORTRAIT [expressive,emotional,creative] 22,890 photos, 1,531 members
- Corners of My Home 109,997 photos, 12,014 members
- I Gotta Hand It To Ya! 267 photos, 99 members
- Diana+ & Diana F+ 71,573 photos, 10,400 members
- face artefact 1,185 photos, 116 members
Galleries (29)
- the written word 18 photos
- Ode to the Tub 2 18 photos
- ba.ll.oo.n 18 photos
- hi, i like your hair. 14 photos
- open air marketplace 18 photos
Testimonials (10)
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holly joy 2 the world says:
"If I was allowed to only look at one persons pictures for the rest of my life on Flickr, it would be Mel's! I've been head over heels for her pictures since first glimpse, and then I got to know the beauty that is the woman! Now I'm a smitten kitten! She embodies the beauty of a goddess and the heart of an angel. I am always lost inside of her photos like a child in awe of the world around them. I love you sweety, thank you for opening your heart to those around you!!!"
4th December, 2009
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Static Shutter says:
"I am not even sure where to begin with this woman. She is beautiful on the inside and out, her work inspires me to keep going with my own work and a simple photograph of hers can make any bad day i have turn right around. If it wasn't for her constant picture taking and words of encouragement, I don't believe I would be where I am this very day. I have never met anyone as kind, trustworthy, dependable, honest, fun-loving and all around best friend material as melanie. No matter what happens in life...I know she will be there. So I want to thank you, for all that you have done....you inspire me. :) love you!"
21st March, 2009
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Blind Soul says:
"She is such a lovely person and a fine photograhper. I like her own view of different things in life but most of all I love her sence of humor and her sensetivity.
Ahmed"20th August, 2008
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francescabrown says:
"Opal in the rough is my heroine artistically. She continually amazes me with her fine eye and creative approach. She is a great teacher and inspiration to me. Being her friend is the frosting on the cake. Photography is just one of many artistic oulets she has mastered.
To Plumberly, proper promotional prattle, passionately, Plumington. xoxo"11th January, 2008
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Bernie in the 44131 of Ohio says:
"Hey I just wanted to say hello from Cuyahoga County here in the city of Cleveland in the state of Ohio. Thank you for looking at my photos. I certainly intend in which to look kindly onto your own. I appreciate you adding me on as a friend. And I do intend in which to upload some new and different material of my own to keep the masses interested. But once again, thank you for adding me as a friend."
27th August, 2007
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Sandra Freyler says:
"Impressive work. I cannot wait to see what you have instore for us in the future! Definately drawn to your images Mel! :) Keep it up!"
21st February, 2007
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s•stop says:
"Mel is an incredible photographer because of two things:
Spontaneity and experimentation.
She is not afraid to “put it out there” with some really great and unusual techniques.
But she also has a spontaneous, no holds bar approach.
Throw in an occasional dash of whim and you have the recipe for a great artist.
Last but not least, check out her wealth self-portraits.
Remarkable range. Go Mel!"20th November, 2006
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DerrickT says:
"Mel rocks. I could leave it at that, but there is so much more than meets the eye, more to behold in the glistening and clicking turnstiles of her work. She is a special case.
I haven't known her long, but I have quickly found out how much of an artistic talent she is, and to top it all off, she has a bright heart and her kindness shines like silver light that has popped into my ozone.
I would suggest anyone to flip through this folio --- it is definitely worth the time and effort!
Shine on!"23rd November, 2005
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ERIK DEUTSCHER says:
"Well, look who's got her Flickr account up and running. And what a kick-ass icon pic! I love it!
So what, there's now about 5,000 Opal Studios photographs clogging the information highway? It's like some knid of whore-ish crack addiction to have as many "free" sites as one can (and I would know, I can smell my own).
In any event, it should never stop! Art, especialy works with the heart and soul as Mel's, should never have a limitation. Her ability to capture so much beauty in everyday life situations is amazing. The more people it can reach and be shared with, the better.
My two cents have offcially been added.
MTFBWY
Erik Deutscher, Animal Instinct Studios
ErikDeutscher.com"29th October, 2005
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Sugar and Vice says:
"Mel is a goddess of women, her presence in your life is like a breath of fresh air in a hot stale world. Her artistic vision amazes, and her eye for color and form astounds."
6th August, 2005
- Joined:
- July 2005
- Hometown:
- Yorkville/Raymond, WI
- Currently:
- still Southeastern, WI, USA
- I am:
- Female and Single
- Occupation:
- A Naughty Secretary
- Website:
- My Blue Canvas site