Where does the time go....

It's so funny but this is the first time on my blog in, gosh months, I forgot what it looked like..I'm sorry I haven't been around as much, I'm doing so many things and not much time for blogging. I have started a photography business called, Ruffles and Roses Photography, www.rufflesandrosesphotography.com, please have a look. It's new and will be uploading alot more photos in the next couple of weeks.  I will be specializing in artistic, stylized portraiture. I love being behind the camera, it's a long love and passion for me.. Whether it's for a home I'm shooting for Romantic Homes magazine or high school seniors, new mothers or pets, my creative mind goes into overdrive. I want to create, magic! I prefer natural light than flash photography. There's nothing prettier than backlighting on a subject, that's when you can have some fun creating. Photography is like painting a picture. I haven't forgot about my rose loving friends, as I will still be providing my art work too, so please visit me for exciting new items I have in store for you later in the month... www.vintagerosecollection.com

Here are a few images from my new website Ruffles And Roses Photography

 Ruffles and Roses Photography by Jo-Anne Coletti

On another note, Romantic Homes magazine has featured one of my rose paintings, as well as my rose garden in the June issue. Lots of tips on getting your roses in blue ribbon form...I hope you enjoy!

Blessings to you my sweet friends,

Jo-Anne xo

In The Studio

Hello angel friends, I have been busy in my studio this week finishing up my new canvas print line. These are from my original oil paintings that have been reproduced into gallery wrap canvas prints. They are amazingly true to the original. The quality is excellent, you won't be dissappointed. I will be adding more in the upcoming weeks. I hope you enjoy them!



To purchase visit www.vintagerosecollection.com

Happy Valentine's Day!!!

Wishing you all a very happy Valentine's day!!!!

Meet beautiful Annie, one of my Marie A. models.  Isn't she lovely...

Portraiture has given me a new perspective on photography. I simply can't get enough knowledge about it. I'm in over-drive! It's a whole new animal from interiors.  All the camera gear like lens were replaced for creating beautiful, creamy skin tones as well as understanding natural light. One myth is having your back to the sun for the best shot. Actully, shooting into the sun allows for beautiful backlighting on your subjects. A light meter is key here for this so not to blow out your subject. 

I love overlays and textures. Here, I added a texture to this photo to give it an old gypsy coloring. I love the rich tones it gave...

I will add more photos and tips soon... 

Happy Valentine's day!

Jo-Anne

xo

Think Spring!!!

Hello angels friends... Posting has been few and far between, but today I have been thinking we've had enough of the cold weather, bring on Spring! Well, a girl can wish for warmer days, but for now I can't think of a sweeter reason to treat yourself to fresh flowers to brighten our moods alittle...

 

What am I doing now?  Well, my photo business for portraiture has been coming along nicely. I am really enjoying it and learning so much.. For the magazine world,  I am working on a Marie Antoinette photo shoot which I will be sharing bits ad pieces to you very soon...

For starters, Check out these Marie A. Cupcakes by http://cottonandcrumbs.co.uk/?p=22

Too pretty to eat!!!!

Until next time, Keep it sweet!

Jo-Anne

Romantic Homes Magazine

Hello angel friends! I have some fun news to share with you all. The first-  While my magazine, The Feminine Home has been out for awhile now, I'm thrilled to announce my first magazine review in the Feb. 2012 of Romantic Homes magazine.  I couldn't be more pleased!!!  Jennifer Milas-Gaudet, who wrote my article, was so graceful and thoughtful with her words, truly like poetry to my ears...Thank you Jennifer xo

and, to be chosen as one of this years ROMANTICS is an honor and a thrill!

Thank you Jacqueline xo!!!

I have some new items coming very soon to my website- Vintage style gift books designed like the highly collectible ones of the 1800s, and a peek at my new 2012 calenders..

Until next time, keep it sweet!

Jo-Anne xo

Keeping it sweet!

Bringing a little romance to 2012

You can see these photos and others in the Febuary issue of Romantic Homes magazine...

Until Next time, keep it sweet!

Jo-Anne