Monday, March 10, 2008

At VGallery in Morton, Illinois

Isn't this a crazy picture! This is called a Ring Flash and it is ubber cool looking. Another attendee took a picture of Vicki Taufer taking a picture of me during a 3 day long workshop a few weeks ago. It was a great experience and Vicki showed us her different photography styles by taking pictures of all the photographers who attended. It was also very insightful for us to know what our clients feel like when they are behind our cameras.

Her studio was jaw dropping and it was great to study with her. I love photography for my never ending quest to learn more and love how other photographers are so willing to share with others what works for them. You can light a subject so many different ways, and it is always cool to see what another really successful photographer does. I feel like a kid in a giant candy store when I get to play with other peoples lenses, light modifiers and see their studios. I plan on paying it forward a little bit down the road.

Burrr... it was fAra-Eezing out! Below is a picture of our "Selling the Experience" group. I am on the left in the white dress. Thanks to the Vgallery Vlog for this picture.

Sunday, March 9, 2008

A Few More of Jackie



You see posts and then you don't. That's just how this Blog seems to be going. I couldn't resist posting a few more and one showing a "behind the scene" look which I think is always fun to see.

Jackie ... a stunning 15 Year Old


This was taken yesterday in my studio with the help of fellow photographer Jim Van Luven. We had a lot of fun with this shoot and I was blown away at this 15 year olds beauty and can't wait to see her portfolio when it's done. More to come on this one.

"The Birthday Bash" session of my Lil' Abby

My Lil' Abby turned one last week and this is the birthday invitation I designed for her. There is nothing like celebrating your child's firsts. First smile, first crawl, first sitting up and the biggie...the first birthday.

First Image : Front of her Birthday Invitation: a 5"x7" professionally printed card. Yes, this invite screams over-the-top and is the ultimate birthday invitation for your child. It's just like a Hallmark card but better :)... it's a custom designed Madison Christopher Card with your images on it.

2nd Image : Inside top and bottom (5" wide x 14" Long)

3rd Image : Back of the card:


It's
called my "Birthday Bash Session" and it's for a boy or a girl and includes a little birthday cake with sprinkles, lots of fun and smiles. If you are interested in having this session please call the studio.

Some other images I love of her from that session: