I am happy to share that I have made it through all 366 of my first photo a day challenge! They definitely do call it a challenge for a reason. There were some days where I had zero inspiration and real life definitely got in the way. On the other hand, I started to learn to think outside the box, not taking the daily prompts so literally, and it became something I looked forward to. It really did up my creativity and imagination. You start to look at the detail of the everyday objects and the scenery around you.
I really enjoyed how it helped me improve my skills in photo editing software like Adobe Lightroom. I became more comfortable shooting in manual mode and started experimenting with different lenses. All of these skills take time to learn and master. Just like playing piano, it helps when you practice everyday. Participating in The Bethadilly Challenge made me challenge myself and find a style that was all my own. I'm excited to share that I will be jumping on board The Bethadilly 52 this year. Instead of a photo each day, I will be taking a themed photo each week. I'm thrilled to keep pushing myself and ready to try something new!
Day 336 | 366 {fancy}
Day 337 | 366 {a self portrait}
Day 338 | 366 {a black + white edit}
Day 339 | 366 {from behind}
Day 340 | 366 {wishlist}
Day 341 | 366 {lights}
Day 342 | 366 {free choice}
Day 343 | 366 {bundled up}
Day 344 | 366 {tree}
Day 345 | 366 {’tis the season}
Day 346 | 366 {home}
Day 347 | 366 {sparkle}
Day 348 | 366 {bokeh}
Day 349 | 366 {festive}
Day 350 | 366 {mittens}
Day 351 | 366 {a winter activity}
Day 352 | 366 {tradition}
Day 353 | 366 {a cup of cheer}
Day 354 | 366 {a gift}
Day 355 | 366 {white}
Day 356 | 366 {winter}
Day 357 | 366 {a holiday treat}
Day 358 | 366 {gold}
Day 359 | 366 {off prompt}
Day 360 | 366 {family}
Day 361 | 366 {a new favorite}
Day 362 | 366 {the weather outside}
Day 363 | 366 {a glimpse}
Day 364 | 366 {chilly}
Day 365 | 366 {warmth}
Day 366 | 366 {celebration}
That’s A Wrap On My 366
Thank you for following along with me here on my blog and on Instagram! I'm ready to take on a new challenge this year. Have you ever participated on a photo challenge? Maybe thinking of participating in one? Tell me all about it in the comments section below or tweet me @thefreckledrose. I'm determined to keep learning, growing and challenging myself with photography every day. I'm ready to take on a new year and I'm eager to see new things and visit new places! Wishing you a happy 2017 full of adventure.
In Case You Missed It - Project 366 Weeks 47 - 50
21 Comments
Jean
January 29, 2017 at 4:06 amI love a photo challenge but they are hard to stick with. You’ve taken some beautiful photos!
I’ve nominated you for the blogger recognition award – https://asseenonjean.wordpress.com/2017/01/28/blogger-recognition-award/
Kristin Aquariann
January 13, 2017 at 8:05 pmCongratulations on completing the challenge! Your photos are amazing.
sherry MacKay
January 13, 2017 at 4:36 amhow fab that you kept it up and learned so much. Good on you! and good luck this year.
Fi Morrison
January 12, 2017 at 12:39 amWow this is awesome! Great job! I love the range of photos you took, and it is so great that you felt like you improved over time and found joy in the challenge. I’m checking out the Bethadilly 52 now! Good luck for the next challenge 🙂
Gillian Kent
January 11, 2017 at 8:08 pmWhat a challenge! You must have learned a lot. Those blank days are the worst. I look forward to this year’s project from you.
CL
January 11, 2017 at 3:53 pmWhat a great way to start a new year! Hope 2017 treats you well too!!
Christy Doucette
January 11, 2017 at 3:40 pmThis is awesome! What a great way to challenge yourself.
My goal this coming year is a poem per week. That lack of inspiration is already starting to hit and it’s only week 2 for me. Way to go with making it a whole year!
Rebecca Robson
January 11, 2017 at 3:10 pmI love this! How amazing to have captured an image a day for a full year. A memory a day marked forever more. I may have to take inspiration from this and take on this challenge for myself.
Mandi
January 11, 2017 at 3:05 pmWhat a lovely and inspiring challenge to take on. Great photos!
Mandy
January 11, 2017 at 7:06 amCongrats on completing your challenge! I bet you enjoyed looking back and seeing not only how far you’ve come but also what each day of the year looked like for you. I wish you all of the luck in completing the 52 week photo challenge this year. I’m sure you’ll have a lot of fun participating and be challenged in a whole new way! 🙂
Thefreckledrose
January 11, 2017 at 2:41 pmThank you Mandy! I do, it’s nice to document each day with a photograph. I really enjoyed it! I’m excited to take on a new challenge, and I can’t wait to see what good things are in store for this 2017 🙂
Michelle
January 11, 2017 at 1:57 amYour photos are beautiful Angie. So full of life and emotion. Everyone of them tells a story that makes me want to read more and more. Happy New Year and I can’t wait to see the next installment of your photo stories.
Thefreckledrose
January 11, 2017 at 2:37 pmThank you so much Michelle! Happy New Year to you as well 🙂
Eileen
January 10, 2017 at 4:55 pmHello your Ella is a sweetie. I love all the geese and the pretty horse images. The whole post is just lovely. I wish you all the best in 2017, Happy New Year!
Thefreckledrose
January 11, 2017 at 2:30 pmThank you Eileen! Ella is such a good little girl. She loves to cuddle 🙂 Wishing you a wonderful 2017 as well!
Jessica F. Walker \\ Millennial Life Skills Coach
January 10, 2017 at 3:39 pmThese are so beautiful! I love the depth of the horse, and all the chickens. I miss chickens.
Thefreckledrose
January 11, 2017 at 2:29 pmThank you so much Jessica!
Katy SkipTheBag
January 7, 2017 at 1:13 pmThat tree made from jewelry is beautiful and I could stare at photos of that horse for hours. So many great photos! Thanks for sharing on the Waste Less Wednesday Hop!
Thefreckledrose
January 8, 2017 at 5:26 pmThank you so much Katy! I’m always happy to link up at your wonderful party 🙂 Hope you are having a great weekend.
Casa Mariposa
January 6, 2017 at 10:48 pmI’m happy if my photos don’t include my finger or a pooping dog! Yours are incredible!!
Thefreckledrose
January 8, 2017 at 5:25 pmhahaha that made me giggle! Some of my photos include my thumb still, but luckily no pooping dogs. They just decide to lick my clean lens every now and then. Darn dogs! Most recently, a horse sneezed on my lens. Yes, that’s right, I had to clean off horse boogers. Thank you very much by the way 🙂