Week 46, Our Favorites...

"Over the Top" proved to be a fun week at MCP Action's 52 Week Challenge. We saw everything, except "a cherry on top" - which honestly, I thought I'd see. We traveled, I saw Maui & the Grand Canyon. We saw lots of tasty kitchen treats {which truly made me jealous b/c my kitchen is still under contruction}. I got to meet your families. One of my favorite things about this challenge is getting to know my new friends. Each photo is a sneak peek into your life, or into your mind. You guys are growing and learning so much each week - it's so much fun for me to see what you will do this week. I know it's the REAL challenge to choose only one photo, but know that you guys area really doing fantastic. Remember, the year is almost over. If you want to try something wacky - a new editing technique, a new shooting style - do it. We only get better with practice and we can only learn from mistakes. Get out there and goof something up. :-)
Now on to our top ten. As always, these great shots are in no particular order. The information & links to the artist are directly below each photo. If you enjoy the work, tell them so. Everyone could use a little encouraging pat on the back. Go on, pat away.

ONE {Great color! and I LOVE the literal translation to this week's theme!}

Literally: Over The Top! By brendec7

TWO {Fun Expression capture. Love the colorful background!}

project 52/46 {over the top} By jsnnmom

THREE {Great focus, love the messiness of this photo. Colorful straw is a nice touch!}

Root Beer Float...over the top! By Joyful Reflections www.Joyfulreflectionsphotography.com www.facebook.com/JoyfulReflectionsPhotography

FOUR {Excellent timing. Beautifully shot. Super jealous of your Maui adventure!}

Sunrise Over The Top Of Haleakala By julesqults juliemankin.blogspot.com/

FIVE {Love the tone & the selective focus}

Wish from the Wish Tree By Kelly Russo Photography http://www.facebook.com/pages/Kelly-Russo-Photography

SIX {Great patience & love the Black & White!}

2/52 weeks By maggiebphotography maggieb-photography.com www.facebook.com/Photography.MaggieB

SEVEN {Wonderful bokeh & selective focus!}

It's just a collection ;) By aechempati

EIGHT {Great Processing & Love this expression!}

Over the top By serlinetay

NINE {Love the bright colors over this green grass!}

46/52 Over the Top By lhabig

TEN {Great colors & captured texture!}

turtle climb 46/52 By dettaowens soismileproject52.blogspot.com/

As for the Ellenburg Photography photo of the week, I took it on my mini-break to Biloxi last Saturday. The Hard Rock is pretty sweet all the way around. I processed this shot with Nik Color Efex - another great NIK app.

46/52 Above the Music By Ellenburg Photography

Week 47's theme is Water. Water, it's everywhere - this week, there are no limits. Endless Possibilities. A glass of water, a warm bath, a waterfall, an ocean. Psyched yet? Go out and get 'em!

Are you enjoying themed shoots each week? Consider joining Ellenburg Photography's Project 52. Our challenge includes weekly themes, but also includes some educational training along the way. If you love photography and are eager to learn a little more along the way, sign up! We start week one January 2012 and have a focus on photography encouragement and skills ... Its going to be a GREAT year!!

Wishing you a Great week filled with Family, Fun and Photography! Happy Snapping!

Daphne Ellenburg is a budding photography business owner in Southern Alabama with a supportive family and a new fancy-pants in home studio. She loves college football, big handbags, lip gloss and all things Olympus. Daphne also enjoys writing about her Photo-Adventures and her entertaining family. Catch up with her at Ellenburg Photography {Website} {Facebook} {EP Blog}{Daphne's Blog}{Join EP Project 52}

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