Avant Garden Photography features the work of Minneapolis photographer Terra Rathai. Terra’s work is a meditation on the extraordinary beauty and interest of the everyday world. She specializes in garden, urban, food, and place photography.
terra@avantgardenphotography.com
Terra lives in Minneapolis with her husband, Brad, and children, Sawyer (10) and Zola (6).
Gear: Canon EOS 60D, Tamron 18-200mm zoom and Canon 100mm macro.
avant garden 365 
Terra – I finally got up to Janine’s to look at your work. I was SO IMPRESSED. The images, composition and color treatment are wonderful. There is a stark abstracted warmth to the work – and I love them. Congratulations and all the best with the rest of your project.
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Terra – I finally got up to Janine’s to look at your work. I was SO IMPRESSED. The images, composition and color treatment are wonderful. There is a stark abstracted warmth to the work – and I love them. Congratulations and all the best with the rest of your project.
I second what Dave said about the great photo at Peavey Plaza at Janine’s! I’ve been carrying that image around now in my head for the last couple weeks — I enjoy mulling it again in my mind’s eye.
I went to Janine’s Coffeehouse today and enjoyed your images immensely. As an avid amateur, I especially liked your treatment of the fountain at Peavey Plaza. It is one of my favorite subjects.
Your work is amazing. Dave.
Terra,
Love your work.
Karen
hi
I’ve just started the exact same project only up to day 8 though.
can i link your blog to mine?
Sure! Thanks and good luck with your project!
There’s so much to enjoy here. Your extraordinary photos are just the kind of inspiration I need when I’m stuck on ordinary.
Great work! Your architecture images are especially compelling. May I use some of your unedited images on my website http://www.LivingInDowntownMinneapolis.com in the future?
thank you so much for sharing – love your photos!
You are SO talented! What a great idea and way to stay on it! Can’t wait to see the rest! Teresa
Wow sooo great! I would love to learn some of the things you have already done!
I finally looked at “about”, I like that and all the comments.
Terra,
I am fascinated with your subject material. Small things become so beautiful.
I will sign up for the blog emails.
dianne
Thank you! It is amazing when you really look at things up close. I’m especially wowed by the beauty of the dead flowers this time of year!
Lovely! I love 365 projects.
I love this idea, Terra! I look forward to checking it out each day.
The photos are wonderful! I especially liked the golden fronds and the burst of colors with the M&Ms and jellybeans. I find myself looking forward to the next photo. Hope ya’ll had a great Christmas and prosperous New Year.
love this idea, terra and so far the photos too! i’m excited to see what you come up with! esp love the pine cone one b/c just yesterday i had the SAME exact experience! SO COOL.
Terra,
I think this is great. I love looking at your pictures and your talent as a photographer is growing by leaps and bounds.
dianne