As I was looking at my previous post featuring my 'white' living room, I noticed that the pictures were dull and yellowy. I realized the reason was that all my curtains and shutters were closed. The windows face west, and we have to keep the blinds and shutters closed to avoid extremely hot sun. It's hard enough to keep the house cool in our 90 degree weather.
So, this morning I opened the curtains, blinds and shutters and took more pictures.....
Much better!
Before:
After:
Big difference, huh? Sometimes it takes me a while to 'get it'!
I love having all curtains open....this is a nice, bright living room!
This is an antique folk art wall basket which I have added vines, a hornet's nest and feather.
Well, I'm always learning. Maybe I should start hinting for a fancier camera for my birthday in October....and a few photography classes?
Have a wonderful weekend!
Blessings,
Susie
Hey, you're "talking to" another one hear, who could use a better camera, AND photography classes! So, does it make you fell better that you're not alone, or worse that you are in such "fine" company, lol!
ReplyDeleteAnd, yes, it does make quite a difference. No more yellow tinge, yay!
Looks fabulous in the brighter light! Of course, it looked wonderful anyway, because you are so talented with decor!!
ReplyDeleteJust yummy, Susie!
Have a great Memorial Weekend!
Hugs,
Becky
Looks fabulous in the brighter light! Of course, it looked wonderful anyway, because you are so talented with decor!!
ReplyDeleteJust yummy, Susie!
Have a great Memorial Weekend!
Hugs,
Becky
It certainly does look prettier and brighter with the natural light coming in through the windows! And when I was fortunate enough to have a personal tour of your home it was even prettier in person! I love your style and how you have arranged all your lovely treasures...just perfect! Hope you have a great weekend! :)
ReplyDeleteOh susie.....I always love looking at photos of your home. Just can't get enough of this style with all the chippy paint andarchitectural pieces:-)
ReplyDeleteCan I ask if your couches are from Ikea? I really want new furniture, but just not sure about the white slipcovers with my family. Any advise would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks and enjoy your weekend,
Kathleen
Susie-That is just such a beautiful home. I would not even have noticed that it appeared "yellowed". It is beautiful no matter WHAT color white it is- Blessings and Happy Memorial Day Weekend- xo Diana
ReplyDeleteYour home looks lovely, and the second pictures are amazingly better and brighter! I can appreciate keeping things closed in this heat though since I also live in your area:)
ReplyDeleteYour home is so beautiful, Susie! I wish I had the light you do but I know the dark rooms help with the AC.
ReplyDeleteHope you enjoy this wonderful holiday my friend~xoxo
Wow.,haven't you just got the most amazing home ever!1!I am flabagasted and my mouth is wide open,and my eyes popping out!Did I mention my tongue is down on my knees too??? ;)
ReplyDeleteJust love your style and all your beautiful things...will follow faithful from this day on!!!
Tove,Norway :)
Susie, I just found your blog and I absolutely love your style. What a beautiful home you have created. Thanks for all of the inspiration! I will definitely be following your blog now!
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I love your home....yellowed pics or not! Although I agree it looks brighter with the curtains open. I adore that folk art basket and it's content. Lovely composition!
ReplyDeleteI am still learning too. It's not always easy to get the perfect picture, but you are doing just fine.
Your home is BEAUTIFUL!!! I think every room looks gorgeous with or without the blinds open!!
ReplyDeleteWow! I'm drooling over your whole house! I'm your newest follower and would love you to stop by and say hello :). We have similar style!
ReplyDeleteSusan
I'm loving the interior of your house. Every room invites you to stay and be at home. Its bright and looks squeaky clean.
ReplyDeleteI thought the first pictures were great, but it really did make a huge difference to open it all up. What a bright, beautiful home! I have so much dark furniture, and I've been trying to come up with ways to lighten/brighten it w/o painting everything, because my husband loves the natural oak and dark woods. *Sigh* I'll have to settle for bits of white here and there, and I'll just come here to get my "white" fix! :)
ReplyDeleteI always love using as much light as possible when taking photos. Parts of our home is bright but not the kitchen except for the morning. I have to say it's pretty special to wake up to except that it makes me notice the dust more...ugh.
ReplyDeleteI love your house with or without the blinds open. It's all that cool stuff that has me breathless.
stay cool down there,
Carole
Susie your home is just gorgeous!! I LOVE it!!
ReplyDeleteI am a light person too ~ Sunshine makes me happy ❤
I just found you via Fox Hollow & Debbiedoos Pinterest party. I am now following you with Pinterest and Linky Followers. I'd love if you come follow me too... I love love love your Floral sign!!! I'd like to steal it :)
ReplyDeleteI just found your blog. You have a beautiful home. And yes, it looks even better with the shutters open :-).
ReplyDeleteA new follower from Belgium
Goedele
What a lovely home you have! It was great to meet you and hope to see you in January. Have a good Thanksgiving : ) Kitty
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