Photo Skills Book

In Photo Imaging III, we had to make a book using our Photoshop manipulated images and iPhoto. We created our pages and inserted them in to the book format from iPhoto, then ordered the 8 x 6″ soft-sided books from Apple. Here are the images I used in that book. Mr. Jones returned them; but I have misplaced my book. I intend to redo my book before portfolio; but please take a look at what I first created during the summer of 2009. TTFN SDG

First YouTube Photo Video

Here is my first post to YouTube. My images turned out really dark on the video. Is this normal; do I need to do something different to prevent it? I really like this new, to me, avenue of presenting my work. I hope you enjoy it! TTFN SDG

Finding Images

If you’re stuck in a rut, as far as finding interesting images to photograph, read this article for a fresh outlook on where to look and how to work the scene. Happy hunting…for the perfect images! TTFN SDG

The Art of Pregnancy Photography: Posing

I just received a MAC-ON-CAMPUS newsletter with an article on pregnancy photography based on the book The Art of Pregnancy Photography by Jennifer George. I’ll be photographing a friend, Sharon, the director of the musical in which I am now involved, as soon as the production is over. She is due sometime in March or April 2010; we just hope she makes it through the show! TTFN SDG

YouTube

We created a YouTube account in Multimedia II today. If you’re interested, read this ‘how to’ article. I’ll be posting images on YouTube and then linking to my blogs. TTFN SDG

Photoshop Plug-In?

I’m considering purchasing a Photoshop Plug-In for portraiture and this one is in the running. Read this article and review. Tell me what you think or if you have any other suggestions for me to consider. TTFN SDG

Patterson and Creative Light

Get an inside look at how commercial and advertising photographer Richard Patterson uses Creative Light gear in a shoot with an aerial silk acrobat and a ballet dancer.

As my classes progress, I’m learning more what I don’t know about lighting (check out these articles). I’m really hoping that through experimentation and trying new things I will be able to discover what works and be able to repeat the process for more successful images. As an actress involved in stage productions, I would love to be able to photograph the dancers in our shows with the finesse shown by Richard Patterson. TTFN SDG

Executive Portraits

Carmen Mari, Admissions Counselor at GTC, was my selection for executive portraits for Advanced Portraiture. She was a great sport and a beautiful subject. I had to get some serious shots to show off her smile. There are three images Mrs. Harkins wants me to work up. I can't wait to see the finished product and take an 8x10 to Carmen as a 'thank you' for putting up with me. TTFN SDG

Environmental Portrait

One of the janitors at a private Christian school in my area was kind enough to allow me to photograph him for my environmental portrait for Photojournalism. He was a good sport; and ended up clowning around at the end of the shoot. He even took his teeth out for me and swallowed his nose! I placed him in this hallway because I loved the quality of light from the doors and light fixtures reflecting on his polished floors. I don’t think I’ll be turning these in for a grade; but I thought they were kind of fun! TTFN SDG