flickr: manu%

manu%, today is your day. we are celebrating you and your photography. i don't know much about you, and you haven't many details in your flickr profile. however, one thing i am sure of, is that you take stunning photographs. manu%, i feel like i'm in a movie, when i look at your work. the cinematic quality, draws me completely in. the drama, the intimacy, and the soft light that glows...it's gorgeous! i am sold! the vintage shots are perfect in composition and tone, and the saturation, very retro. fun, and more fun is how i feel about them! as for the skateboard and sneakers, i heart this photograph. it's my favorite. my sector 9 is my release, when i'm away from the ocean surf. so, manu%, today is your day here. you're awesome at what you do, and i must SHOUT IT OUT, and share your talents with others! now go and celebrate your awesomeness, and never stop shooting!! today is you day here. to see more: http://www.flickr.com/photos/44881197@N05/

flickr: emilie 79*s

first off, i want to apologize for my absence. my life has taken a complete 360 turn, from the path it was on. i've chosen to go in another direction.....at least for the time being. anyways, today i'm feeling very inspired! emilie 79* is held responsible for this. one can't help but to be in "awe" when looking through her magnificent photographs. polaroid, as most of us know, as become a dying breed. this is terrible, i hate it, but it is true. we all know......digital, digital, and more digital. blah blah blah. however, you would never know this fact to be true, after visitng emilie 79*s flickr page. her constant flow of beautiful polaroid images are soo striking, that you can't help but to look at every single one. the pale blue tones, the messages within, the color schemes, the vintage processes, etc. are classic! emile 79* on flickr, also known as emilie lefellie of paris, france, definitely knows polaroid cameras....actually 8 different types of polaroid cameras. her magnificant book: "a girl's polaroids," can not be missed! emilie was also selected to shoot test shots for the "impossible project" using their px100 film. this set of photographs is in incredible! one of theses images was displayed at their exhibition in nyc. so, emilie 79* aka emilie lefellie, today is your day here. you have inspired us all, and resurrected the dead. we, the living, thank you:). rip polaroid. celebrate yourself and your photographs emilie, for they are truly remarkable! to see more: http://www.flickr.com/photos/emilie79/

flickr: *Sara-Magic*s

sara, as you should know, your photos definitely, and have always spoken to me. known on flickr as Sara-Magic*s, my dear friend sara, is a rare and talented find. taking creativity to new heights, and always keeping an open-mind about everything that crosses her life's path. though i have not gotten to spend as much time with sara as i would like, we always managed to make the best of every situation, we got ourselves into. from road trips to mexico, just hours before a flight, to all-day jd drinking/photo adventures in new orleans, and one specific secret/incident she and i will only know.....all i can say is,"what happens in tulsa, stays in tulsa." sara, you know EXACTLY what i'm talking about! a lover of anything vintage, flavorful, out of the norm, and mind challenging, is what you represent. i love it! less than 100lbs, you are the true definition of "dynamite comes in small packages."i thought i was a brave soul, until i met you. *Sara-Magic*s, reveals her magic through a camera…traveling, times with friends, beautiful places, and artistic endeavors. i moved to nicaragua, 2yrs. ago., after one 2week visit. i had thought about going to nicaragua a few times, but never took it into serious consideration. that is, until one work day spent with sara. i had been wanting to move to central america,in order to shoot a personal documentary over the natives, the culture, the history, and the effects of tourism, for quite some time. the thing was, i absolutely knew, that i did not want to persue this adventure in costa rica. no offense to costa rica, i just wanted something new, and undiscovered. Somewhere i had to search and immerse myself in the lifestyle, in order to produce a true body of work, representing a personal "hands on" experience. truthfully, i would have never have chosen nicaragua, as my destination, and home for 2 years, if i had never received sara's advice. yes, i would have traveled there eventually, but who knows when. this experience changed my life, and when the work is finally finished, and ready to be shown, i hope it will leave an impact on you. thank you sara. when will this documentary be finished.....i don't know. i left the u.s. just before the economy began to crumple, and moved to a 3rd world country, where $100 per month is considered to be middle class. i have just recently moved back to the u.s, and you can probably imagine where i stand financially. i'm not worried, it will happen. whether it be in 5 months or 5 years, and it will be incredible. enough about me, it's time to share the work of an extraordinary friend/photographer, *Sara-Magic*s. thank you and your art. today is your day here sweetheart. http://www.flickr.com/photos/99215595@N00/ website:http://www.saramayti.com

flickr: t a y l o r and l o e

t a y l o r and l o e. your photos speak to me. i came across the set "kristen and jaime," and i was instantly drawn in. fun, flirty, sexy, beautiful, and intimate, are all revealed. this is what relationshipsare about. the last time i checked, i never saw a sign up sheet for, "lie to me, run all over me, stress me out, and question my self-worth." if these two people aren't really "into one another, i might even feel as if i've been deceived. the image w/the bubbles floating between them, is fantastic! the lighting,the composure, the mood, the negative space........all very beautiful. i am also intrigued by the back of their heads image (under the same set "kristen and jaime). depending on the viewer, one could walk away with many different interpretations. i see solitude. a simple image with a none simple message. technically, once again, great use of negative space, and composition. a truly brilliant portrait. t a y l o r and l o e, thank you and your art, today is your day here.

to see more http://www.flickr.com/photos/lau_taylor/

website: www.lolaandcricket.com

flickr: flamingtea

flamingtea. today is your day here. you have inspired so many with your creativity and unique style. photojournalistic with a twist. with soo many photographers shooting this type of work, it's hard to stand out amongst the crowd, yet you tower over. your optimistic nature shines through. flamingtea, otherwise known as olivia (got this info. from your testimonials), lives her life to the fullest. i don't see another way of living, but unfortunately, there are very few who can commit to this lifestyle. it takes a carefree, live in the moment, chase your dreams soul. i believe that flamingtea represents a mirror image of who she truly is, through her photography. apparently we all want this lifestyle, but fear stands in the way of those who don't persue it. so, olivia, your photos provide an outting for the less fortunate and fearful. they're like therapy really. personally, i love every single aspect of life you represent. you reassure me, that i'm not the only one who goes and does as she chooses. dreamy, fun, energetic,  youthful, spontaneous, and worldy. this is what i see in you and your photographs. thank you and your art. today is your day here. 


to see more http://www.flickr.com/photos/flamingtea/

flickr: lesliee

lesliee. today is your day. 2 things; summer and polaroids. what could possibly be better? a youthful spirit, experimenting in life through photo documentation. you do it with such bliss. lesliee is what one could call "a naturalist." earth tones, sunlight, and nature, are a constant reflection in her work. no space is forgotten in composition, and a cinematic quality is revealed. i love this! lesliee, you are from brookfield, wisconsin. i'm not sure of your exact age, but i believe that you are 18, and i know you're attending high school. if i am wrong, please correct me. i know your artistic endeavors will take you far. your talent is apparent. lesliee's photos are available for purchase. if  interested in purchasing prints, contact her through email via flickr. don't ever stop shooting. it's a gift you were blessed with. thank you and your art. today is your day here.


to see more http://www.flickr.com/photos/leslie418/

flickr: SophieG*

SophieG*. today is your day. it sounds strange to use words such as negative, and minimalism, when referring to your work. taking full advantage of negative space with an overall minimalist theme, is what you do best though. your ability to show soo little, but say soo much, is brilliant. this is not an easy task. transparent, soft, and fragile her photographs appear, but powerful is what they always remain. SophieG*'s testimonials from flickr contacts, reveal the amount of inspiration she has reflected onto others. a painter of light, an illustrator, and an emotion provoker, are just a few of the words one uses to describe her. i have one particular common interests with SophieG*. In her profile, she quotes, "For me, the desire to be behind the camera has a lot to do with not wanting to be in front of it..." i could not relate more. With flickr's 365 projects creating a new found confidence in shooting "self-portraits," i began to feel lost. i think it is incredible that soo many of you are shooting such amazing portraits of yourselves, i really do! i'm just better behind the lens, rather than in front of it. so, with that said, i'm extremely excited to know that someone else feels the same. alright, wait no more. go get lost. SophieG*, thank you and your art. today is your day here.


check out the flickr group "charity print auctions," to view SophieG*'s  photographs benefitting the Haiti Earthquake Appeal.


she can also be found on "redbubble" in oxford, UK.


to see more http://www.flickr.com/photos/-smallfish-/

flickr: allyson kalie

today is your day. you have moved me, and left me speechless.......and more than once. my words can't begin to describe the depth and power of your work. a beautiful bohemian spirit; living and acting as you feel, with so much unconventional freedom of expression. your life is your art. the most compelling factor is youth, and how much more awaits you. blissful, elegant, happy, and even emotionally destraught at times, your intense strength always shines through. no layers can hide what lies within. to think that i've never met you, but yet, feel as if i've always known you, is impeccable. you have amazing talent. embrace it. never stop shooting. thank you and your art. today is your day here. 


to see more: http://www.flickr.com/photos/kaliegarrett/

flickr: heidill

heidill. today is your day. your fotos speak to me. if you love tone, texture, and gorgeous use of light, then you will love the work from artist, heidill. her images are soft and beautiful, but not limited to just that. she has an ongoing body of work, called, "bench monday," that is timeless and quite entertaining. i'm assuming, it is shot on a "monday," always includes a "bench," and never reveals the subjects face. these photos are among my favorite; with stunning use of color, and creativity applied. i find myself anxiously waiting to experience the next addition to this series. it's obvious heidill puts lots of time, and thought into her work; the way of any successful artist. this passionate dedication has paid off. her work definitely possess' its own character and uniqueness. just look below. thank you and your art. today is your day here. 


to see more: http://www.flickr.com/photos/heidill/

flickr: audrey hutchinson

audrey hutchinson. today is your day. the first thing that caught my eye, was actually 2 things; tone, and use of natural light. this is probably because........ummmm, well, her use of both is absolutely stunning!! as i click onto the next picture, and then the next, you notice her consistency with this. thoughts and emotion. her self-portraits never leave this behind. whether you can personally relate to her or not, you can always understand where she's coming from. audrey, i'm not sure of your age, though it is obvious you are in your youth. i love that you reveal the raw truth of "this is me." it's not made up. it's you inside and out. beautiful. i hope that as you grow physically, and as an artist, this never changes. your empty spaces are just as impacting. each one provokes a certain mood upon you. you feel the time of day, hear the silence or the sound, and sometimes even deja vu. thank you and your art. today is your day here.

to see more: http://www.flickr.com/photos/audreyhutchinson/