Day 365+

Wow. Today is Day 365.
I have taken a picture every day for a whole year.

This project first started to purely improve my photography by using our life as the subject. I just wanted to learn how to use my DSLR (Nikon D90) better but then, the concept of "Longology" was born. We let you into our lives and showed you how we do this thing called LIFE. The project started with our first day of finally being together and here we are 365 days later but this project is ending with us apart. Ironic, isn't it?!

I could not have completed this project with Adonis' support. He even contributed to the project by writing posts, photographing, and shared his weight loss journey! He didn't let me quit and I didn't want to disappoint him.  He's something special and I'm so blessed to have him as my P.I.C.!

Special shout out to all the "Longologists" who commented on our posts, and even those that never did. We knew someone was checking us out so we wanted to give you quality content.

Here are some highlights/results from the project:

• I am now a confident photographer.
• The concept of calling myself an "artist" is no longer awkward
• My "eye" for photography has dramatically improved
• I got to know my Micro Four Thirds camera better than my DLSR
• I bought my first vintage 110 film camera
• I used four different cameras for the 365 project
• The project includes photos in 5 different countries

Finally, I narrowed down my photography area of concentration:
                                                                    STREET & URBAN LIFESTYLE PHOTOGRAPHY
On that note keep an eye out for my 2012 series: "The Innocent Bystanders" ;-)
       


Here's are some bonus photos.

Growth As A Photographer

Me & My #1 365 Project Camera Buddy!

Day 364: Going By So Fast

It's all going by so fast.

I'm starting to get anxious and apprehensive about going home. There are some good things waiting form me back home and there are also many unknowns that make me nervous and excited all at the same time. I have to take things one day at a time until then but it's hard because these last days are going by so fast. 

Day 360: Dinner at World

This will most likely be my last time at World Bar & Cafe *tear*. I was upset at the fact that they didn't have calamari that night. Shame because it's goooood! How can I leave without their good calamari?!

Anyway, this was another nice evening with my manager. We shopped and worked up an appetite. We've declared Thursday official "Diana Day" and "Thursday Funday".  So you heard it here first: Thursday is the new Friday ;-)

Oh, and I rushed back for Grey's ... and it wasn't on!! WTH?!

Day 359: Wednesday Windows

Mad props to these window cleaners! They are on this thing all day going up and down cleaning the windows for us so that we can have a clear view of the city. We all just stare at them and give them props for their job. It makes me so nervous that I stop mid-conversation to gasp for two seconds. *eeek!*

Day 358: Tram 55 Walk

Today we had another collabo dinner in which I proceeded to stuff my face, of course. Instead of teasing you with delicious food pictures, I decided to take it easy on you. Here are some shots of my walk from the tram stop to the dinner.

Personal Growth Note: I tried rice pudding again today expected to still hate it but I actually liked it. I even had two extra spoonfuls. Maybe it's just this specific one. We'll see.

Day 357: PWC Flowers

My building has the prettiest flower arrangements every week. They never disappoint. I just found out that my favorite Melbourne florist does the building flower arrangements! I have good taste, right??

No more "Flowers of the Week" in Melbourne since I'm leaving soon, so these will have to do.

Day 354: Friday = Doneday

The weeks have been piling up on me lately as I prepare to go back home. On Fridays I come home from work and knock out for 2 hours. I feel like the whole week just comes crashing down on me.

Side note: I swear I can't get enough of these blinds. I think I'm obsessed with the lines, or is it the nice silhouettes they help create? Or how they go from floor to ceiling? Or all of the above? I don't know what it is.

Day 353: Thursday Dinner Escape

I went out to dinner on a Thursday.
    I'm such a crazy woman.
        It was nice to have dinner with a colleague from the US.

I even made it back in time to catch Grey's!! (Yes, it's that serious)

Day 352: Lift is all mine

My co-workers will probably laugh at this one.  Yes, I snuck a photo while I was in the "lift" (elevator) alone. It's nice to ride down (or up) 36 floors by yourself. It's almost as good as having the bathroom at work all to yourself lol. TMI??

Day 351: Walking Home for Lunch

I'm going to miss walking home for lunch every day (did I say this already?). I see all the local food vendors and restaurants come alive and thrive on the expensive lunch options. I like coming home, relaxing in the middle of the day, and having a meal that's not overpriced.

Day 350: Grand Prix Air Show

Here are my two favorite photos from the Grand Prix air show right outside of my window. The jet was so loud my apartment shook a little!!

Day 349: 13 Floors Down

I went to sleep fairly early last night so I woke up nice and early this morning. I checked my mail and got good news! I made it to the final interview round! Once the excitement wore off, I went back to sleep.... only to be woken up by the building fire alarm an hour later. I packed my bag and flew down the stairs. 

Damn you woman that burned her toast and caused the building to evacuate!!! >_<

Day 347: ZzZzzZz

The last two days have been pretty intense. I got home from work, read a few pages of my book... and fell asleep. I had a nice long (much needed) nap.

 --- too drained.

Day 346: Waiting...

I was notified today that I got an interview for a big-time position. I was also nudged to apply for another big-time position, so I did. I've been preparing for the interviews and now I'm playing the "waiting game".  The way I see it, I have a win/win situation on my hands... even if I don't get any of the positions.

Day 345: Micro Breweries

I was asked to photograph Hawthorn at the FedSquare Micro Breweries show case again! I was looking forward to photographing these guys and sneak in a few sips, too.

The BEST part of the whole night was that MY photos from the last showcase were on the BIG screen!! My photos looked good up there, hehehe.

Day 344: RIP Orchid

I was told an orchid is an easy plant to take care of ... lies!! The leaves are still green, the weird stem things seem to still be alive but the flower part is a goner. I know they die off, but I'm convinced this plant isn't coming back. I'll keep trying until I leave Australia buuuut it's chances are slim.

I'll take any pointers.

Day 343: My Love Pieces

I know we've done a "tokens" shot before but I love them, so they deserve two photos in our 365. Every morning when I try to figure out which earrings or bracelets to wear I always have a look at the special items my hubster has given to me throughout the years. Whenever I do wear these it just boosts my mood. It puts a little extra pep in my step! The man has taste and I always get asked about my "tokens" and I love it, hehehe. 

Day 339: David Banner is International

This poster caught my eye today. It brought back some great memories! No, I don't like David Banner (except that "Stuntin' is a Habit song lol). 

Reeeeewind!  We visited my LS in Germany a few years ago. We went out one night and randomly ended up at a club where unbeknownst to us, David Banner was performing. Why was David Banner the hot shit in Germany?! Why did the Germans know all the words to all his songs?! And... why did we have a legitimately good time rockin' to David Banner in Germany?! lol.

I'm so mad I missed his first appearance in Australia. I wonder if he tried to drench a confederate flag with liquor and burn it on stage like he did in Germany ... hahaha!

Day 338: Orange People

There's always something going on near my office. Today, there were people dressed like orange people posing for pictures. There is rarely a dull moment in this city. I'm sure it's the same in most major cities around the world, but you take it for granted in your hometown. You become "immune" or "blind" to it. But, when you are somewhere new, you notice almost every detail. I'm glad I'll be able to go home and experience it like it's new. I can't wait to see what New York, Philly, and any other American city have waiting for me and hubster.

Day 337: Philanthropy Reminder

I have been part of many Breast Cancer Awareness initiatives ever since I joined my sorority. Every year we heard survivor stories, walked the walks, and raised the money. I have to sadly admit that I haven't done much since I graduated, except participated in a walk here and there.

When I got home this afternoon I saw this bright pink truck and it gave me a nice reminder that the fight still isn't over! I will get involved again in some capacity. I'll start putting that work in again.