Book Review, Yes Another One. I just can't help it.

Looking for another book review? Even if you're not here's the nitty gritty on Photographing the Child by Jennifer George. This book is serious learning to be had. It is chock full of photos, at least one per page, and covers just about anything you ever wanted to know about children's portraiture. Jennifer starts with the very beginning by covering the basic functions of a camera. Each age level is then broken down and discussed individually. This is particularly good because each stage of a child's development poses different challenges. Then there are several chapters covering everything else that goes into the making a great image. As a bonus there are also several one page sidebars written from other photographers.

Latest Book Review

I just got my copy of Chris Nelson's Creating Stylish & Sexy Photography a guide to glamour portraiture. I read it in about an hour yesterday because next Sunday I will be taking my first models for building my own glamour portfolio! I got some great ideas from this book. It had talking with the client about what they were looking for in the session, how to pose and light, locations ideas, editing suggestions, and final products to offer. I am super excited to start trying what I learned next week.

Here I go again.

My second book done and ready for review. Posing, Composition, and Cropping by Christopher Grey. A quick read with good examples. If you're a visual learner, as most photographers are, this is a great book for learning the different aspects of good posing. It covers individual troublesome areas such as hands and arms. Christopher Grey includes samples of each of these, along with others, and variations of each so you can see what a slight difference can make. He also includes a few samples of what not to do and why which I find quite helpful especially for someone just starting out with portrait photography. As for the subject of composition and cropping he does just a well at giving straightforward sample images to use as a guide for creating your own excellent portraits. He also covers how these elements work together to make the final pleasing image that your client is looking for. A great reference book for the advanced and an excellent place to start for the beginner.

So what's new with me?

Whooo it has been quite the long time since I posted on my blog. But anyhow here I am again. Lately I have gotten into doing several book reviews for photography books. My reviews can be found on amazon, barnes & noble, on goodreads (though you may need to be signed up to view them) my twitter and facebook as well as here. Here is what I had to say about the book Vintage Lighting by Christopher Grey. I had the opportunity to get a copy of Christopher Grey's Vintage Lighting in exchange for writing a review. So here goes. If you have ever wanted instruction on vintage lighting set ups this is the book to get. I know my lighting class didn't delve into this type of photography much so I am happy to now have it at my disposal since it is my favorite lighting style. It covers lighting from turn of the century into the 1960's using modern tools. I am really looking forward to practicing these set ups especially from the 20's though the 50's. Excellent years for lighting. Next up...Posing, Composition, and Cropping by Christopher Grey. See ya next time!

♥ Weddings ♥

I have just finished the editing of my second wedding from this year. They look fantastic. As do the ones from the other wedding. I do love weddings. Well photographing them that is. There is such an energy when you get to be a part of the entire day, from the bride getting ready until that bouquet is tossed. It is a different experience than simply attending a wedding. It truly does give me the greatest pleasure to take the photographs of two people starting their lives together.


ta ta

Art Shows

Well the Maple Grove Autumn Art Fair last weekend was a bit of a bust. But I did meet some great people. The weather was not the best to be hoped for, cold, windy, & rainy is not a combination many people are willing to come out in. Thanks to all those who did make it out.
Well now onto this weekend. The 24th & 25th is the Afton Art in the Park. The weather is supposed to be wonderful. In the 70's and sunny so that should bring people out. I will be there from 10-5 on Saturday and 11-4 on Sunday. Hope to see you there!

Ta Ta

Ahhhh Love

Editing photos from the engagement session I did last week. I can't get over how cute they are together. They look very much in love as they should be of course. But what's great is you can really see it in their faces, in their eyes as they are looking at each other. This is why I love what I do, because I get to create a wonderful piece of art and a lasting memory.

ta ta