Doll Owner’s Corner: Behind the Scenes Round 7

First of the month, time for another Doll Owner’s Corner.  When I, the doll owner, talk about anything at all.

This month’s topic:

Doll Bloopers

That’s right, it’s round seven of the fun doll photos (check here for the previous set).  The theme for this set is “getting the dolls to cooperate”. 

There are times when taking photos of dolls that you have an idea for a particular pose, but the doll doesn’t want to go that way.  This is especially the case with ball jointed dolls despite how incredibly “poseable” they are supposed to be.

Take this photo, it’s one of the outtakes from this post when Hikaru, Usagi, and Sakura were suppose to give us their “super cute” pose.  You can see that Usagi got it right, but the other two are a different story.

Here’s one when Yuki got his body (see Bjd Unboxing: Doll Family H Body and New Shoes?).  He was just suppose to sit there holding Shiro the deer, something he does constantly. 

Somehow this time the sight of the camera made him topple over knocking poor Shiro’s head off.  Luckily no harm came to either of them.

Here’s another with Yuki from this tea party.  All he had to do was hold on to a plastic cup, but down it went, spilling imaginary tea on Shiro.  That is one patient little deer.

Speaking of deer, remember this post of Shiro flying like a reindeer?  Here’s how it was really shot. 

I first took this photo of me holding Shiro by the antlers….

…And then I took this photo holding Shiro a bit lower.

Then I used this free image editing software to add the top half of the second photo to the first photo. 

Then voila!  Instant flying deer shot.  Because sometimes you have to manipulate some photos to get the shots you want.

That’s it for this time.  Please leave a comment if you have any suggestions for more fun bjd photos.  Otherwise look forward to more doll stuff coming soon.

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Doll Owner’s Corner: Behind the Scenes Round 6

Beginning of the month, time for another Doll Owner’s Corner.  When I, the doll owner, talk about anything I want.

This month’s topic:

Doll Bloopers!

Another batch of behind the scenes shots.  The theme for this set is “How Does She Do It?”  Photos to demonstrate some of the methods I’ve found to take cute photos, so far anyway.

Lately I’ve been using clear hair elastics to style the dolls hair, but I’ve found them useful for other things.

For instance, here when Hikaru wanted to add some touches to something I drew (see Wordless Wednesday: “It Needs More Lace”).  The elastics helps her grip the pencil, but are discreet enough to hide in photos.

I don’t use doll stands to help the dolls stand since they can do so on their own with a little work (I am eyeing these ones though). 

However they can only stay for so long before losing their balance, hence the “falling down” theme from the previous batch of doll bloopers.  A theme that continues here…

This was when my yosd girls were playing with the head (see Wordless Wednesday: Playing Catch).  Hikaru freaked out and they all came crashing down.

This one is when I made Yuna’s new outfit (see Of Bjd Fashion: Yuna’s First Outfit with Tutorial).  Sakura started to fall over (again) and I attempted to catch her mid-photo.

So close, at least she’s okay.  Yuna seemed a little worried. 

The main reason why Yuna didn’t fall too is because she is leaning against my backdrop.  It’s a tri-fold foam board, and if I place something heavy behind it, it’s strong enough to help support the dolls a little.

I wasn’t fully able to lend a hand for Sakura, but I was able to help Hikaru in the next few photos.

Here’s when Hikaru was doing her hair (see Wordless Wednesday: Fixing Her Hair), you didn’t think she was holding that big mirror by herself, right?

And when she took that selfie of herself (see Wordless Wednesday: Doll Selfies), how do you think she held up that phone?

That’s right, another hand from me.

And when Usagi tried to lift up Sakura (see Wordless Wednesday: Up, Up!), she also had a little help.

These are just a few of the little tricks I’ve found.  Feel free to share any you’ve discovered in the comments below.  I will be sure to share any more I find in the future.  Look forward to it.

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Doll Owner’s Corner: Behind the Scenes Round 5

The beginning of the month, time for another doll owner’s corner.  When I, the doll owner, talk about anything I want.

This month’s topic:

Doll Bloopers!

That’s right, another round of behind the scenes photos (check here for the last batch).  This set of photos has a special theme, falling.

You see the problem with trying to get dolls to pose for nice photos is that they have a tendency to fall over just before you take the shot  This is true even for ball jointed dolls, who are known for their great poseability.

First up, there was this lovely post where Sakura shows us she can do a hand stand.  Here’s what happened after…

…down…

…down she goes.

Here’s Yuna after her unboxing (see Doll Love Unboxing Part 2: Reviewing a Wig and Eyes).  She was just trying to sit still.

And again after getting her wig restyled (see Of Bjd Hair: Some Grooming Tools and Doll Wig Makeovers).  Still only sitting on a box.

Here is Sakura fall over during a story (see Wordless Wednesday: Story Time).  No, the book isn’t that boring.

Here’s the ultimate fall from last Christmas (see Merry Christmas from the Dolls).  Sakura fell over which not only knocked over the presents and Usagi a little, but caused the whole Christmas tree to fall over knocking Hikaru and the background.

Our friend the head was completely untouched, but seemed a little shaken up.

That’s just a small sampling of the many falls of the doll world.  Look forward to more falls, disasters and other blooper shots in the future.

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Doll Owner’s Corner: Behind the Scenes Round 4

It’s the first of the month, time for another Doll Owner’s Corner.  When I, the doll owner, can talk about anything at all without the dolls butting in.

This month’s topic:

Bloopers!

I gathered up another batch of behind the scenes photos for your amusement.

If you missed the others you can check here for the first, second, and third sets.

First up, this photo was taken when Usagi got her wig (see Of Bjd Hair: Another Wig Review and an Announcement). 

Just like Hikaru, she got a balloon cap to wear to keep her wig on.  They do work really well, but I still can’t keep a straight face when I put them on the dolls.

This next photo was taken before the wig, while I was trying on some tops I made for Usagi (see Of Bjd Fashion: Sweet Doll Tank Tops). 

She was suppose to keep her arms up so I could put her shirt on her, but instead she decided do her best karate poses.

This photo is from when we got Sakura (see New Arrival: Mystic Kids Doll Review).  I couldn’t decide if she looked bewildered or possessed in this shot.  You decide.

The next photo was taken while trying on Sakura’s wig (see Of Bjd Hair: Reviewing Three Wigs?). 

It would have been a great picture except for Hikaru’s skirt on the right and Usagi falling over on the left and flashing her shorts.

And here’s the original group photo of all the dolls (plus a head) with wigs.  Sakura’s wig kind of needed some taming.

Speaking of taming doll hair, as always the toothbrush/doll hair brush is always at hand during photoshoots. 

And as always, it manages to pop up in at least one otherwise good shot.  It strikes again here in this photo of Usagi checking out a magazine (see Bjd Lifestyle: Haute Doll Magazine, The Bjd Issue).

This one is from the Party City post (see Finding Doll Props: At The Party Store?).  Both Hikaru and Sakura started to fall over.  I caught Sakura just in time, but Hikaru wasn’t so lucky.

Sadly, Sakura’s luck ran out when it happened a second time in this shot.

That’s all for now, but there will always be more photos and doll fun in the future.  Look forward to it.

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Doll Owner’s Corner: Behind the Scenes Round 3

First of June, time for Doll Owner’s Corner.  Where I, the doll owner, talk about anything at all without the dolls.

This month: More bloopers!

I whipped up another batch of fun behind the scenes photos.  If you missed the previous ones, you can see the first set here and the second set here.

First up, here’s Hikaru after getting her new shoes and stockings (see Holiday Gifts).  She is seeing how flexible she is.  

Now three…

…Two and…

…one.  Oops.

Here’s another one the same day. 

My niece and nephew were watching Avatar: The Last Air-Bender.  This photo was taken right after Hikaru attempted to show off her “bending” skills to them.

This particular crash may have been caused by this, her stockings were falling down on her.  I have since fixed them to prevent this sort of accident.

This photo was from a different day, though Hikaru is still wearing the same dress. 

Yep, just sort of spacing out while playing with her hair.  You can tell it is freshly brushed by the toothbrush on the right.  It has a funny way of sneaking into shots.

This one was when Usagi first came (see Welcome Home, Doll Family A Unboxing).  She was wrapped up like a mummy in the box and Hikaru wasn’t quite prepared for the “mummy” to sit up and start moving.

Here’s Usagi, fully clothed, modeling the t-shirt I made for her (see Of Bjd Fashion: Usagi's First Outfit).  Great shot except for the strap of my camera getting in the way.

And it makes sense that sometimes when you take pictures of your dolls they need you to hold their hand.

And here’s a special moment.  When Usagi got her first set of clothes, she also received her first pair of underpants. 

And guess what was the first thing she tried to do with them?

That’s right, straight for her head.  Hikaru immediately stopped her and carefully explained that they are not headwear. 

Question is, did Usagi really not know this or was she just having some fun?  We may never know.

That’s all for this round, but believe me there will be more in the future.  Look forward to it.

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Doll Owners Corner: Behind the Scenes Round 2

First of the month again and the first of the year too.  Time for another Doll Owner’s Corner where I, the doll owner, get to share whatever I want without a certain doll butting in.

This month, I’m sharing more behind the scenes blooper photos.  They are just too much fun not to post.  For those of you who are new, you can see the first batch of bloopers here.

First up is from this post about my last craft haul.  Hikaru was in another silly mood and decided to “try on” some of the fake flowers I bought.  Probably a bit too big for her.

She spent a good amount of time trying to think of reasons why pretty much everything I bought should be used for her.  This is her trying carry it all away when my back was turned.

This photo came from a different shoot, not sure which one.  I was adjusting some things and the sheet just came down and suddenly it’s “where’s Hikaru?”

This photo was taken when Hikaru got her pink dress (see It's Finish! and It's Gorgeous).  The matching hair accessory is a pain to get on and even more so to keep on her head as you can see.

When Hikaru opened some of her presents early (see Early Christmas Presents), I thought that the stocking cap she got looked like a gnome hat when pointed up.  What do you think?

 When showing off her coat for that same post there was a little mishap.  Hikaru fell flat on her back knocking over the backdrop. 

I would have found it funnier if it wasn’t for the fact that she landed right into a patch of bright sunlight that was coming in from the window.  Resin and sunlight don’t mix, it accelerates the yellowing that comes with age.  So a few years from now, if Hikaru’s face looks yellower than the rest of her body we will all know why.

This is from yesterday’s post.  A photo of Hikaru with her presents that came out beautifully if it wasn’t for the toothbrush in the background.  When taking pictures of dolls it is always good to have a toothbrush handy to fix their hair, but not so good to have it get in the shot.

This also from the same post.  Hikaru couldn’t wait to try on her new shoes, so she attempted to put them on herself.  She didn’t realize there was some packaging material inside the shoes.  She wondered why they were so hard to get on.

That’s all for now, but look forward to more behind the scenes shots as well as other fun stuff coming this new year.

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Doll Owner’s Corner: Behind the Scenes

It’s the first!  Time for Doll Owner’s Corner.  Where I, the doll owner, get to take over and say anything I want.  For this month, I thought I would share a few behind the scenes photos to show a little of what it is like to manage a bjd and her blog.  Plus it’s a good way to show other aspects of Hikaru’s personality.

This was taken when Hikaru was trying out the tea set I got for her (See It Starts with a Cup). You try taking a photo and trying to pour tea at the same time.  At least the other shots of her with that cup came out well.

Speaking of cups.  Remember that red plastic cup from the same post?  Hikaru said she might as well wear it as a hat then use it as a cup, and so she did.  I told you she had more fun with it then she let on.

Remember the skirts I made for Hikaru (see Of BJD Fashion: Circle Skirts)?  There was one that came out a little too big for her.  I had to pin it in back to fit her for the photos, but this is what it looked like as is.  I also tried to take the photos of her standing up on a table, but the lighting was all wrong.  Hikaru thought it made her look frightening, I have to agree.  She looks like something from a horror themed wax museum.

Remember when we were “discussing” what wig I should get for Hikaru (See A Problem Concerning Doll Hair)?  This is a shot I got of her browsing wigs on my computer, without permission by the way.  You can see her drooling over that blond wig she wanted so badly.  Of course we went with my choice, and we’re both happy with it. 

This is a great shot, it’s when I came back from the thrift store bag sale (see Thrift Store Treasures).  Hikaru literally crawled into the bag looking for anything I might have brought for her.

Here’s her actually inside the bag, she’s a little shocked that she didn’t find anything.  Hence the dazed look.

That didn’t stop her from rummaging through what I did bring home, that was the point of that post anyway.  The problem was that her sandals weren’t designed for all that activity.  They kept on slipping off her feet.

This is from when Hikaru’s wig finally came (see It's Here At Last! Or a Wig Review).  It was late at night and we were both in a bit of a silly mood.  Here’s Hikaru trying to touch her toes in her new wig.

I said before that I’ve read that toothbrushes are great for using on doll hair, so here’s Hikaru being brushed.  I’m afraid she looks a little cross in the photo.  I hadn’t successfully convinced her yet that the toothbrush is a good thing.

At least it’s a good thing when you don’t brush too hard.  This is what can happen if you do, the wig goes flying off.  Luckily Hikaru didn’t immediately notice.  She thought I just took it off to adjust it.

Here’s another one of Hikaru showing her silly side.  While taking pictures of Hikaru and Zippy (see Ball Jointed Dolls and Plush Toys), my sister commented on how strange he looks with that large clip.  This is Hikaru demonstrating the usefulness of that clip.  Who says she doesn’t have a sense of humor?

I will probably show more behind the scenes shots in the future, it’s just so much fun.  And I really think it’s important to show how much fun Hikaru can be, that is when she lets loose a little.  It’s a side of herself she should embrace more, and maybe she will in the future.  Here’s to someday.

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