I'm new to photography, and had never used a DSLR until October 2008. I never intended, EVER, to take up photography until my good friend and flickchickLyanne Wylde made me do it...well, one snap and I was hooked. Overnight I went from happy P&S snapper to unhappy/frustrated/how the HELL does this work work DSLR snapper. I stole my husband's D70 and he immediately resigned as family photographer on the basis that resistance is futile 'n' all that.

Since then I've gone from mediocrity to mediocrity. I'm happy with that. But along the way I've made a lot of friends and taken 10,000 average photos. And my children now roll their eyes when they see me coming with a camera. Although the 2 year old now grabs the camera off me and has a worryingly good eye. Am I to be usurped by my offspring before they can even string sentences together? Sheeesh.

So...I have a D70, a kit lens, a Tokina 11-16 jobbie, a Nikon 1.4 AF-S, a Nikon 18-200 VR thingy. And an ancient Nikon flashlight that I can't work so I don't ever shoot unless I can use natural light. I have a Lensbaby Composer on the way, but don't tell my husband.

I also have a Holga camera, which alarms me.

I'm doing a 365 project, and trying hard not to fill it with photos of my two children. But it's tough, they are 3 and 2 and are THERE all the time and they dominate my day and my life. Also, I live on a farm...so there's a lot of wholesome goodness in my photostream. My excuse is that I only moved to The Country very recently; until January 09 I lived in a very gritty and urban place where shootings and stabbings were du jour. So I'm still giddy with the joy of not fearing for my life on a daily basis.

I'm knocking on 40, live in Suffolk, UK and work (but only when I have to) in London City.

I'm a Nikon gal. We're the best ;-)

Photos of -spudballoo- (9)

  • 104/365 {Violet prepping for a newborn shoot} by Ly (Lyanne Wylde Photography)
  • kitchen view by SusanKurilla
  • 65/365 {I love you too V} by Ly (Lyanne Wylde Photography)
  • 38/365 {Happy birthday Digby} by Ly (Lyanne Wylde Photography)
  • T.I.L.T. (07/01/10) by CharlaneG
  • poppies by alidegeorge
  • Wilbur! by Ly (Lyanne Wylde Photography)
  • Mwah! by Ly (Lyanne Wylde Photography)
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-spudballoo-'s favorite photos from other Flickr members (2,220)

  • Babette blanket by Zephiennia
  • 25th January - hedgehog models the finished cardy by *superhoop*
  • Watching TV 230112 by Izzydizzybee
  • In the folly by LoulaM
  • Touch of blue by Landanna
  • Current stitching - 21/365 by flissy666
  • Reading before bed by Monviso View
  • 20/366 ~ paint by Ly (Lyanne Wylde Photography)
  • 020/366 200112 by carolinabena
  • 2012: 19/366 by Raynah Thomas
  • 18/366 ~ bliss by Ly (Lyanne Wylde Photography)
  • 16th January - frosty Kew by *superhoop*
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    stephalie1977 says:

    "Spud is one of my all time favourite HPADers. Her 30 secrets set are making me laugh out loud every day.

    She has well and truly embraced the HPAD project and providing some amazing shots. It's always a delight to see her two gorgeous boys and gain an insight to her life.

    In her stream is a healthy injection of talent, beauty, comedy and honesty! More more more please Mrs Spud!"

    24th June, 2009

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    Raynah Thomas says:

    "Spud hit HPAD like a freight train and made a massive impact with her humorous, well composed and technically wonderful shots. Her personality and quirkiness are often plainly evident, but what is perhaps most striking is her adoration for her lovely family and her affection for her friends. She wears her heart on her sleeve and presents it in her photos, and that's what makes her photostream such a joy to behold."

    16th April, 2009

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    scribbletaylor says:

    "Having the opportunity to follow spud's photostream has been one of the real treats of joining the HPAD group. She really captures the beauty and magic of her Suffolk surroundings and documents her home and family life with warm honesty and a good dash of humour."

    2nd March, 2009

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    tummymonster says:

    "*spud*'s photos are a pleasure to view. Full of fun, and the most photogenic children around. She's also generous with her time to view and comment, and liberal with praise. And I'm completely envious of her house! (Not so much the Volvo though!)."

    2nd March, 2009

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    *Evelina* says:

    "Spud, is one of our newer additions to the HPAD fold, but has already prooved to be an invaluable member.
    She's got a fun eye for something quirky or attention to detail.
    Great to have you around Spud ... don't forget us when you're in NotLondon!"

    22nd December, 2008

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    Eliza Claire says:

    "After spending the first 9 months of 2008 declaring herself to be a 'happy snapper' at best, Spud has at least joined HPAD and has proven herself to be a natural, with an ability to turn the everyday into works of art. Her photos show her sense of humour, and her photos of her children are gorgeous!"

    22nd December, 2008

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    Jeannie.H says:

    "Spud joined our little group in October, but I'm so glad she did as she's so friendly, vivacious and funny. She also takes great, well composed photographs and I always look forward to seeing what she has posted. Especially her cafe photos..."

    21st December, 2008

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    sparklingbizzy says:

    "Spud has a fabulous photo imagination and her shots are very memorable. A great inspiration and great support when you need it!
    Thanks Spud !"

    18th December, 2008

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    Carmen's Year says:

    "I can't believe it took until October to join in, but we're all so glad *spud* is on board. Its fabulous that a latecomer can be such an asset to the photo a day group with her fabulous photos, willingness to join in, lovely comments and great sense of humour. Plus I heart her boys!"

    16th December, 2008

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    The Beffster says:

    "*Spud* is spudtastic! her boys are gorgeous and she captures them so well in her photography, when they are looking into the lense and she is looking down the lense at them, you can see the love and it makes seeing her photos a pleasure, and one which warms even the coldest heart."

    15th December, 2008

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    LoulaM says:

    "Spud has a gorgeous eye for detail and I'm so pleased she decided to join in HPAD in October. She is always willing to try new effects and new ideas and I love that. She brings her own cool and hilarious humour into her pictures, descriptions, tags and comments and has me laughing every day.

    Love you Spuddles xx"

    15th December, 2008

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    Copperhobnob says:

    "Ah well what can i say about Spud? A latecomer to HPAD but an ace photographer and mother of two of the most gorgeous and photogenic boys i have ever seen!

    I am especially impressed with her use of macro and depth of field shots. She has also inspired me to get some brightly coloured card to shoot against.

    Looking forward to seeing what the rest of 2008 and 2009 brings from her!"

    14th December, 2008

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