Marilyn Botta Photography

Serenity Massage Open House

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Serenity Massage and Wellness Spa opened another location. To celebrate, the owner, Laurie Pratt hosted an Open House which took place on March 19, 2015. Although the weather was less than ideal–pouring all day long–lots of people turned out for the event, including members of the Columbia County Chamber of Commerce. The food and fellowship were well worth braving the soggy conditions.

Marilyn Botta is a writer, and amateur photographer. She recently became interested in digital photography and is constantly perfecting her craft. Please visit her Blog: https://awomanspeaksout.com for some interesting commentary about life.

Wedding Photos – Isabel and Andy

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Isabel and Andy met 6 years ago on New Years Eve. So, it was only fitting that they get married on New Years Eve 2014. It was a lovely day at the Julian Smith Casino, Barbecue Pit. It seems evident from the pictures that they are very much in love.

Marilyn Botta is a writer, and amateur photographer. She recently became interested in digital photography and is constantly perfecting her craft. Please visit her Blog: https://awomanspeaksout.com for some interesting commentary about life.

Wedding Photos – Elsa and Juan

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Elsa and Juan got married at the Gazebo of Julian Smith Casino. This was a very lovely, balmy December day of about 67 degrees. It was very sunny that day, which presented challenges for us, as photographers. After the ceremony, the reception moved inside to celebrate the happy couple. Cake cutting was very interesting when both the bride and groom competed to see who could make the most mess while shoving the confection into each others’ mouths. But it was all in fun and made for some great shots.

Marilyn Botta is a writer, and amateur photographer. She recently became interested in digital photography and is constantly perfecting her craft. Please visit her Blog: https://awomanspeaksout.com for some interesting commentary about life.

Thanksgiving at Janet’s House

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I have so much to be grateful for this year because my friend Janet was well enough to host Thanksgiving. Last year she was fighting the effects of chemotherapy for the MDS that literally threatened her life. She was not well enough to even think about having Thanksgiving at her home. It just wasn’t Thanksgiving without my friend and her family, who have become like my family. These photos are of her new additions to her family, her grandchildren, Nolan and Bella. Also, Jason’s daughter, Pat. It was a wonderful day.

Marilyn Botta is a writer, and amateur photographer. She recently became interested in digital photography and is constantly perfecting her craft. Please visit her Blog: https://awomanspeaksout.com for some interesting commentary about life.

Fall Foliage

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Here are photos of the Fall Foliage taken at the Savannah Rapids Pavilion in Augusta, GA, Phinizy Swamp Nature Park, and where I live. It is such a beautiful time of the year for outside photos due to the riot of colors–red, gold, green. Fall happens at least a month later in the South.

Marilyn Botta is a writer, and amateur photographer. She recently became interested in digital photography and is constantly perfecting her craft. Please visit her Blog: https://awomanspeaksout.com for some interesting commentary about life.

Halloween at the Cemetery

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Here are some spooky photos of the Summerville Cemetery in Augusta, GA. The photos were taken on Halloween night with camera mounted on a tripod, shutter speed 30, F-stop 5.6, with a long exposure and shutter release. While the lens was open for 30 seconds, we shined a flashlight on the subject up and down (painting with light). Here are the results–pretty cool.

Marilyn Botta is a writer, and amateur photographer. She recently became interested in digital photography and is constantly perfecting her craft. Please visit her Blog: https://awomanspeaksout.com for some interesting commentary about life.

Altered Images

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Altered Images of photos using Photoshop Elements.

These Altered Images were taken in Naples, Fla. and my backyard. The Church, the Palm Trees and the lake are all located in the Everglades. The tomatoes with new buds were taken in my backyard.

Marilyn Botta is a writer, and amateur photographer. She recently became interested in digital photography and is constantly perfecting her craft. Please visit her Blog: https://awomanspeaksout.com for some interesting commentary about life.

Hispanic Festival

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Photos taken at the Hispanic Festival in Augusta, GA.

Lots of ethnic amazing food, Pina Coladas, dancing, and fun for all who attended. A beautiful day in Augusta, Ga for everyone who is Latin or just loves Hispanic culture. It was unusually hot for October (92) but that didn’t stop fans of the Hispanic Festival, vendors, and dancers from celebrating the Hispanic culture, very rich and enduring.

Marilyn Botta is a writer, and amateur photographer. She recently became interested in digital photography and is constantly perfecting her craft. Please visit her Blog: https://awomanspeaksout.com for some interesting commentary about life.

Miscellaneous Images

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These miscellaneous images were shot during forays around town.

These are Miscellaneous Images taken around the town. The water hose is a macro. The helmet and vintage red car were taken at a Harley Davidson show. The red car won first place photo in the cars division. My prize was a cup, decal, and metal key decal, but I still was very proud to win my first contest.

Marilyn Botta is a writer, and amateur photographer. She recently became interested in digital photography and is constantly perfecting her craft. Please visit her Blog: https://awomanspeaksout.com for some interesting commentary about life.

Portraits

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These Portraits were taken in my upstairs photo studio using new lighting equipment.

I took these portraits after taking an indoor lighting class. To take the self-portraits, I set up my tripod with my Nikon camera mounted on top, set the backgrounds, used a special release device, set the camera, focused and sat down. It was a process, but I believe the self-portraits came out very nice.

My friend volunteered to have her portrait taken as well. I think the results are quite good. Of course, I will gain skill and will be perfecting my techniques with time.

Marilyn Botta is a writer, and amateur photographer. She recently became interested in digital photography and is constantly perfecting her craft. Please visit her Blog: https://awomanspeaksout.com for some interesting commentary about life.