Mustard Seeds & Spoons Still Life | Northern California Fine Art Photography
Vintage spoons and mustard seed come together to create visually captivating still life compositions that evoke a sense of nostalgia and artistic charm. If you’ve followed my photography work for awhile, you are probably familiar with my ‘spoons’ project. I’ve been photographing these spoons for several years. I’m pretty sure my great-great-grandmother never anticipated her spoons being the subject of anyone’s still life photography. Yet, here they are!
My previous post about wild mustard, prompted a memory of creating these still-life images using mustard. I thought I’d already blogged about it, but I could not find it. So, here we go!
Vintage Spoons and Mustard Seed Still Life
Whether you're an art enthusiast or someone who appreciates a good aesthetic, the combination of vintage spoons and mustard, both ground mustard and seeds, in a still life composition is guaranteed to pique your interest. This unique pairing brings together elements of nostalgia and symbolism, creating a visually captivating scene that tells a story of its own.
Vintage Spoons as Artistic Elements
Vintage spoons are not just utensils; they are pieces of history that carry a sense of nostalgia and charm. When used in art, these timeless treasures bring a touch of elegance and sophistication to any composition. Their unique shapes, intricate designs, and weathered patina add a layer of character that can elevate a still life scene from ordinary to extraordinary.
The gold colored linen ribbon, the vintage torn paper, and the wooden background all worked together to create an engaging still life with the vintage spoons and different forms of mustard.
To see a few more of ny still-life images, go to: Dark & Moody or Light & Airy
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