Tuesday, February 05, 2013

Gump's Crystal. 365 Days of Blenko Photos


Photos by Bruce Specht

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6 comments:

  1. Happiness is determined by how we act and think.
    Be happy for what you have, be grateful for what you have, define who you are, and be positive.
    These negative comments do nothing to encourage new collectors.

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  2. crystal never looks great in photos
    yet I am drawn to Blenko crystal.
    We recently used the crystal waterb ottles on each table at our 50th wedding anniversary.
    We had 30 tables of 6 people and I was told no table left the center piece. So 30 new blenko collectors may have been born.
    Georgia

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  3. Can you repeat the post about homemade cards?
    I seem to recall one that was a heart?
    Thank you.

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  4. Another great photo from BS.

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  5. Georgia,
    Crystal is one of the hardest to photograph for me as well. I enjoy my crystal pieces and have several fairly rare pieces in my collection. I have yet to really find a format that brings out the qualities that I am sure you find as enticing as I do. Crystal like diamonds need a background to bring out the character of the piece. I have tried shooting with a black background but I am still not happy with the results. I guess I will need to go back to the drawing board or someone will throw out a good suggestion for all of us to follow.
    Thanks for your comments.
    Enjoy,
    Bruce Specht

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  6. Alex:

    I make the cards, most in the shape of the Blenko water bottle, but I have been known to make hearts, wine glasses, and a few other shapes. I will send Hillary some new photos soon. Thanks for asking about them.

    Diane

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