Since I got home at the end of October I've been in the middle of one remodeling project or another. The first project, my home office, while not finished, is coming along and I thought I'd share where some of my creative energy has been going lately. Best of all, I pulled my camera out for the first time this week so I could share my progress.
I've never really tried to photograph a room - it was challenging and I have a LOT to learn, but it was fun to play with angles. My big challenge was the light coming through the large windows. I didn't realize how poor my exposure was until I pulled the photos up in Photoshop, which just gave me an excuse to try and learn a few new things in Photoshop. I wasn't completely successful in transforming the photos but , I finally attempted using adjustment layers a curves a big step forward for someone who usually just applies an action and goes with it. The final lesson was that I need to make some time to take some of Kim Klassen's classes if I ever want to take it to the next level.
I think I'm going to tease you today and just share the before and inspiration photos for the office and make you come back on Wednesday for some after photos.
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Ohhhhh...I can't wait to see what you have done!! I love Emily's room!
Oooh, I love the room that is your inspiration! I think white trim against a cool, darker background color looks so crisp and striking. And I love that shade of blue - looks like a lovely stone-washed denim. Very tranquil color. Your office has great potential and is going to look wonderful! Can't wait to see the end result!
You big tease! I love the inspiration room's freshness....and now looking forward to seeing your room.
Love the inspiration...and can't wait to see what you do!
What a fantastic space Jamie!
Thank you for sharing it here. So nice to watch this come along, and I am sure you are very excited about it!
can't wait to see your transformation!
OHHH love the inspiration....so perfect! :-)
xxxx to you- Emily from EL Vintage
nothing better than the contrast of white and a darker color.. great room .. happy to listen to a new song, a beautiful voice !!
I love seeing the transformation of home remodels!
Lovely blog - I am your newest follower!
Looking forward to reading more!
xx
Oooo I love your inspiration room! I think it just became mine! I recently put a long white buffet in lay-away at my local antique store in hopes of changing my living room up! Can't wait to see your end result!
Oh my goodness! I can't wait to see what you've done with it.
hey i like your inspiration office =) looks so neat and pretty and colorful too =)
Looking forward to seeing the "after" pics! I'm sure it's going to be beautiful.
Can't wait to see your final room. You're lucky with the light - it makes it much easier to work with colours.
I'm so looking forward to the final 'reveal' on Wednesday - you're so lucky to have such a big room for your office. I'd love half that space as my "creative" nook.
Oh you are a tease ;-) I am so looking forward to seeing what you have done with it.
indoor photos are never really my bag. you did a nice job here, can't wait to see the "after" shots.
I SO can't wait to see what you've done with your office space! The inspiration pic is really nice!
Oh, so that's how it's going to be, huh? I'm feeling completely teased. I can't wait to see the afters.
your inspiration room is really cool - I love the colors and pattern in those curtains. I'm looking forward to seeing what you do with your own space, I love before and after shots. I have a project of my own that I keep putting off but it's crunch time now; my painting class has begun and I need my "space". I agree with you about Carrie's voice - I love the depth of it. great find Jamie!
I envy your windows and your view, and I love the inspiration photo so I'll be anxiously awaiting Wednesday's post. I love Carrie Newcomer. My son-in-law knows her somehow, and we've been listening to her for quite some time.
can't wait to see what you have done.
Um, I can't wait to see the update!!
I CAN'T WAIT TO SEE THE AFTER!!!!!!!!!
Absolutely loving your inspiration space. Like everyone else...cannot wait to see what you do next! :)
Okay... Wednesday....?? where are the "after" photos?? :)
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