I had a recent visit to the States for my father in law's funeral. As a memento I offered to put a tableau together for the family. The shot included the following.
Flag in case that was presented to his widow at the funeral as he was a veteran
Bible as he was a man of faith.
Bandana he always carried.
Lures to reflect his love of fishing
Coins he collected
Old box brownie he loved and a fishing knife
US Navy service medal.
Toy train made by his father when he was a child
A belt buckle he cherished
Photo of his wife
Catapult he had as a kid
His watch and wedding ring, and some pocket watches of his fathers.
There is also a candy cane in there as he had a very sweet tooth and appreciated a practical joke; he would have liked this breaking up an otherwise solemn picture.
It was all put together on a kitchen table with a few bits of cardboard for background, kitchen towels for diffusers and a single flash. Had a few members of the family helping with the project too on the day.
A bit of fun and a good memory.
C&C welcome
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Thread: Funeral Tableau for Jim
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2nd January 2013, 11:01 AM #1
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Funeral Tableau for Jim
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2nd January 2013, 04:07 PM #2
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Re: Funeral Tableau for Jim
Wonderful rememberance of a loved individual!
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2nd January 2013, 04:11 PM #3
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An excellent tribute.
From a pic point of view, that blotchy blue background could do with a bit of work. The flag's blue bits too.
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2nd January 2013, 06:03 PM #4
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What a very thoughtful idea, and you carried it out well. Looks like you put a 'texture' over the entire image? I kinda like it, but then I like textures added, some won't. I am sure the family loved it.
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2nd January 2013, 07:59 PM #5
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This was a great idea and a touching tribute. It's a good remembrance that your family will cherish.
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2nd January 2013, 08:39 PM #6
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Lovely tribute. Made me cry, though
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2nd January 2013, 09:29 PM #7
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Hi Ray,
I like this; what a great idea and tribute to Jim.
I wish I would had done something similar when I lost my father.
Thank you for sharing.
John
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2nd January 2013, 09:34 PM #8
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Ray, what a cool thing to do. Awesome way to bring the Family together and think about Father-in-Law. This right here is why I love photography and this is one of the best uses for it I could think of.
My condolences, Ray.
Some very interesting items, too.
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