Archive for September, 2012
Quick Tip: Seize Inspiration over Routine
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Thu 09.27.2012
This was shot at F/5 @ 1/1,000 sec. Using Canon 5D MII @ 32mm.
Tip of the Day: Keep your eyes open and seize unexpected creative opportunities when they arise. I was in the middle of a setting up a great shot with this couple at burning man when the cupcakes randomly passed by in my peripheral. I had to make the impulsive choice to scrap the shot I had been working on order to seize the unexpected. This image ended up being one of my favorites from the wedding.
This was shot at F/1.8 @ 1/640 sec. using Canon 5D MIII @ 85 mm.
September marks my birthday month which officially makes me a Virgo. I am not a huge believer in astrology but the virgo’s tendency to consistently grow certainly describes my personality (along with being a perfectionist, planner, detail oriented, prone to worry, etc).
What is your sign and does the below corresponding quote resonate with you?
Aries: He who would learn to fly one day must first learn to stand and walk and run and climb and dance; one cannot fly into flying. ~ Friedrich Nietzsche
Taurus: To succeed in life in today’s world, you must have the will and tenacity to finish the job. ~ Chin-Ning Chu
Gemini: No man, for any considerable period, can wear one face to himself, and another to the multitude, without finally getting bewildered as to which may be the true. ~ Nathaniel Hawthorne
Cancer: Never apologize for showing feeling. When you do so, you apologize for the truth. ~ Benjamin Disraeli
Leo: I think of life itself now as a wonderful play that I’ve written for myself, and so my purpose is to have the utmost fun playing my part. ~ Shirley MacLaine
Virgo: The aim of life is self development. To realize one’s nature perfectly–that is what each of us is here for. ~ Oscar Wilde
Libra: When I eventually met Mr. Right I had no idea that his first name was Always. ~ Rita Rudner
Scorpio: First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win. ~ Mohandas Gandhi
Sagittarius: Honesty is the first chapter in the book of wisdom. ~ Buddha
Capricorn: The world is more malleable than you think and it’s waiting for you to hammer it into shape. ~ Bono
Aquarius: You were born an original. Don’t die a copy. ~John Mason
Pisces: There are only two words that will always lead you to success. Those words are yes and no. Undoubtedly, you’ve mastered saying yes. So start practicing saying no. Your goals depend on it! ~ Jack Canfield
Credit: Quotes found here.
Migrant Mother by Dorothea Lange Colorized by Sanna Dullaway
Ever wonder what images of Abraham Lincoln would look like in color? What about iconic captures like The Burning Monk or the VJ Day, The Kiss? Swedish artist Sanna Dullaway has put her creativity to the test to restore and re-colorize iconic black and white images of the past.
What are your thoughts on bringing color to these historic black and white images? Does it give life to the scenarios and people within them or take away from their nostalgic quality?
Abraham Lincoln Portrait Colorized by Sanna Dullaway
VJ Day, The Kiss by Alfred Eisenstaedt Colorized by Sanna Dullaway
Winston Churchill by Yousuf Karsh Colorized by Sanna Dullaway
Self-Immolation of Thich Quang Duc by Malcolm Browne Colorized by Sanna Dullaway
Abandoned Boy After London Bombing WWII by Toni Frissell Colorized by Sanna Dullaway
The American Way by Margaret Bourke-White Colorized by Sanna Dullaway
Check out more of Sanna Dullaway colorized images at DeviantART and here.
Overjoyed to be featured on Style Me Pretty’s Little Black Book. The picturesque Martis Camp played host to the lovely bride and groom Julia and Seth Nobmann. Check out the feature to see beautiful arrangements from Stems by Diana and the immaculate attention to detail by Summit Soiree.
You can see the full feature here Style Me Pretty’s Little Black Book.
Quick Tip: All Art Requires Courage
Tips + Tricks 9
Thu 09.13.2012
This was shot at F/1.8 @ 1/800 sec. using Canon5D MII.
“All Art Requires Courage.”-Anne Tucker
Tip of the Day: I wanted to elaborate on this quote, and explain how it affects me as a photographer. It is easy to gravitate towards poses that we know will produce a good image. However, it is important to push yourself to take risks. For example, with this engagement session shot I asked the bride to lie down on the ground. I figured it would either be amazing or look like sh*t. Taking these chances can be a very rewarding experience and keep you from succumbing to mediocrity.
How do you push yourself to expand your creative boundaries?
