Framer's Challenge #48

"As photographers and creative artists we're always looking to get innovative shots and capture that moment in time. Some of us look to the world and others look within for fresh and new ideas, but there's an untapped resource that we'd like Framers to pay attention to this week. The work and styles of our fellow photographers, especially those who have been recognized for their talent and style by the world at large. My inspiration this week:...

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Favorite Cranberry Cherry Pie

 Ti's the season for baking and indulgence. Therefor, I am sharing my most favorite recipe for cherry pie. If you are a cherry lover who enjoys the sweetness of a cherry as well as a the tart taste of cranberries, then this pie is for you.Cranberry Cherry PiePastry for double-crust pie (9 inches)2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed3/4 cup plus 2 teaspoons sugar, divided2 tablespoons cornstarch1 can (21 ounces)...

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Saffron Bundt Cake With Ganache

I use saffron on rice and more specifically when making a Persian rice dish called Tahjin, but when I came across this recipe on the internet for a Bundt cake, I had to try.  I am not a fan of coconut milk therefor, replaced it with regular milk. I did steep the saffron in dark rum for about a whole week, which I believe made the cake. If you like saffron and you don't think it tastes like medicine, then this recipe is for you. I...

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Week 47: Fill The Frame!

 This week's theme was more of a way for me to play. Some of the photos filled the frame and others, not so much. But that's ok because I completed another week and had fun.After all photography is all about having fun!In case you are wondering, many of the backdrops are photos I have taken in the past, and a couple are ones I found on Pixabay. Placed the backdrops/photos on my large screen and used a mirror for the base.By the way John D.,...

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The Coffee Theme Park

 I don't think there is anyone, anywhere, who has not heard the name Starbucks at one time or another in their lives. For those coffee lovers who can not start their day without a Starbuck's coffee, it is a standard drive, wait in line, morning routine. For those others who like to drink coffee but don't need to make a production of it, Starbucks is just another name.I tend to fall in the latter group.  I like my coffee nice and hot and...

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