I am taking a leap, holding my breath and jumping out of my comfort zone with my blog layout and the direction of Red Roses and Crystal.
For some time I have struggled with the previous formats and needed to experiment with different styles. As in life I prefer to keep things simple and strive to maintain simplicity in any task I delve into. An over abundance of peripheral stuff is not for me. My aim is for clean crisp lines and a pared back approach to this blog.
After serving a seven month apprenticeship I have learnt tons and now wish to stretch myself and follow the path which makes me comfortable.
Previously I've expressed a desire to concentrate on photography on my little blog, well that is going to be my focus in the future. I have inherited a rather (well for me anyway) flash camera from my son and am still learning how it operates and while I hold no illusions whatsoever about my photographic abilities my heart is telling me to have faith and give it a whirl.
In other words my dear friends you lot are going to be my guinea pigs!
Once upon a time I was a creative soul and this side of my personality is again hankering to be recognised. I may fall flat on my face but I've always liked a challenge and dancing to my own beat so I am determined to enjoy this journey of self-discovery and see where the path leads.
Annie xx
Looking forward to being your guinea piggie! Beautiful pic as always. If you ever need any help with the blogger formatting and stuff I know some things and happy to help. L xx
ReplyDeleteOh thank you Lotus, will be in touch if I need help! My kids are around tomorrow so will hopefully tie em down to help me navigate setting up new RSS feeds..I seem to have lost those. #ITgumby
DeleteI hear you Annie. I have been having my own blog struggle lately. Not really sure what to do and which way to head. Good luck with your journey, I look forward to seeing lovely photos. Deb
ReplyDeleteAll the best Deb in your own decision making process.
DeleteMore than happy to be your guinea pig, and look forward to your new direction. I tried your pull down menus at the top, and found lots of nice surprises! Time I tried again to change mine, just need to grab a knowledgable son.
ReplyDeleteThat is such a lovely photo; bring em on!
Thanks Patricia. There are lots of surprises behind the menus isn't there!
DeleteWell, bravo you, Annie! All power to you, my friend. It's your space so do whatever you wish. J x
ReplyDeleteTa Jane, it took me awhile to realize that my blog can really be whatever I wish it to be!
DeleteRSS feeds- I don't even know what that means!
ReplyDeleteA you hav great eye and I know you've been increasingly drawn to photography so jump right in.
I barely understand them either Tabs, they're subscription whatsies.
DeleteReady to jump...!
I think anything that feeds our creative juices is a good idea. The simpler look will suit your detailed images.
ReplyDeleteBlogging is meant to be a fun and personal process so we'll watch while you evolve your personal style.
You're so right Hostess..a simpler look doesn't fight with the photo. I'm looking forward to having fun with this direction.
DeleteThis is a great template pet. I think you will settle in nicely here. Change is good.
ReplyDeleteA-M xx
Yes I think this will suit me nicely. Change makes life interesting!
DeleteI like the layout of your blog. Simple, clean lines and plenty of white space is great. Look forward to seeing more photos, as love photography myself. G
ReplyDeleteHi Georgy, thanks for commenting. I liked it too but problems galore with this layout.
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