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Keeping it fresh

lorelei1

Last weekend I had a wonderful time learning with 20 or so other photographers some new techniques and ideas for seniors.  High school seniors want their photographs to reflect them, look natural, fun and definitely un-posed.  But posing is exactly what is needed for most seniors, unless they’re professional models! Our model for the day,…

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What is custom photography?

Maria's first horseback ride

The photographic art you choose to place on your wall is ultimately the result of the vision of the photographer. This vision, coupled with what you wear to your session, the environment, the lighting, even the mood the subjects are in at the time of photographing creates the work that you will want to proudly…

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On shooting visitors and hiring a photographer…

The other night we got to spend a few hours with Steve, who was visiting us in our home. Needing a few more shots of men in my portfolio, I asked to shoot him, and he agreed. Steve was so agreeable, that not only did he consent to the shooting, but he then taught us…

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