Sunday, December 26, 2010

the 53 project : week 1

With my 365 project nearing an end and 2011 coming up, I'm embarking on a little twist on the traditional 52-week project.  In March I'll be turning 53, so I figured I'd document my 53rd year in a weekly series of 53 photo essays.

Many people do a series of self-portraits as their 52-week project.  For me?  Um....no.  I may throw a self-portrait in once a month or so...but that's it.  You'll thank me later.

Are you starting a 52-week or 365-day project this year?  Leave a link in the comments field and I'll create a link list to share with everyone  Even if you're not tackling a major project, I hope you'll join in by linking to your most interesting images or blog posts each week.

This week I captured the delicate beauty of the winter woods around Meetinghouse Farm and Bridge Creek Conservation Area in West Barnstable.












Oh, and don't forget to become a follower or leave a comment from time to time.  I'm going to be offering some fun giveaways to followers & commenters throughout the year, and you just may be the lucky winner.

Happy 2011!

18 comments:

  1. Looking forward to it LL. Happy 53

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  2. Lovely idea Lucy. (and lovely images to begin this journey)
    I began a nifty fifty project to celebrate turning 50 this year, and am posting one sooc photo taken with my 50mm each week for a year. (yes, i know there are 52 weeks, i figure that gives me two vacation weeks :) )
    http://cottage960.blogspot.com/p/nifty-50.html

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  3. When I get back from holiday festivities, I may join you in a similar-ish 52 week something-or-other. Love your theme.... and delicious photos as usual...

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  4. I am a big fan and can't wait to see your weekly photos!

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  5. Looking forward to following your series. Happy New Year!

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  6. this set is so wonderful, so peaceful and delicate. I love your idea. I am still trying to figure out what 365 to do.

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  7. Lovely photographs. I wish you the very best of luck with your 53 week project - I look forward to following it. Happy New Year!

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  8. I will be following this adventure for sure!

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  9. Happy 2011 to you too!
    So glad you'll be joining in at the focus52 group!! woohooo!

    Awesome shots, Lucy!

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  10. These are absolutely gorgeous! I especially love the color of the last three shots. Good luck on your new venture. I think I will be doing Jan's Focus 52.

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  11. I love the light and colors in your shots...it's so ethereal! And thanks for posting my link on your list! Happy 2011!

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  12. Lucy, lovely photos! I enjoy your original view of the world and can connect with the intimate feeling of your captures. I look forward to viewing your 53 project and will link my new blog in Jan.

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  13. Glad you've found a new project. I love the photo of the white birches.

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  14. Hello! This is my first visit to your site and I am mesmerized by your banner photo. GORGEOUS!! I look forward to stopping by often :)

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  15. Hey, I turn 53 this year too, though in May. You're older than me...yay! So, how is this going to work? Are you just going to take a series of photos each week? Some sort of theme??

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  16. as a 365 dropout last year, i swore i would never subscribe to having to do a photo a day, i am more of a 50 in one weekend and nothing kind of girl ;-)

    but i am doing the self-portrait project because i need to and i am going to be doing an informal gratitude journal this year. i haven't made an online place for it because i'm afraid of pressure, but i'm sure i'll be posting some from time to time.

    as always love your photos, who knew the winter time could be so beautiful. good luck with your 53 project and may 53 be a banner year, look forward to seeing what becomes of it !!!

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  17. Sounds like fun... can't wait to see what you post!

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  18. beautiful images and a great idea for a project

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