Upcoming Event

On November 5th there is a event, Large Scale Polaroids by Phil Bekker. Polaroids are really interesting to me so hopefully I'll be able to check it out. Even if I don't make it tomorrow its showing at Hagedorn Foundation Gallery until Dec. 19

Inspiration

So Ive talked about my dogs before but they serve as so much inspiration to me. It is allowing me to be become more patient as a photographer because they are all over the place. Check out Shinobi just being lazy.

Reflections

The other day I was shooting and I took some pictures of a tractor. It had rained the day before so there was a lot of mud and puddles. I'm happy with this shot because of the reflection in the puddle. Im not happy because I took this at like 1:00 and it was so bright.

My Camera

With all the new information I'm getting at school I am experimenting with my digital camera, an Olympus e-620. I found this review on it and learn more about my camera. I found it easier to follow than the manual. So much more to learn, but I am already getting better images.

Study Study

So I have my first midterm of the quarter tomorrow. Its on parts of the camera, aperture, shutter speed, etc. Hopefully I will do good but I have to go study light meters because I've only used the light meter in my camera.

Tripod

I need to buy a tripod. I'm sick of not having one. The school allows us to rent them out but I did that today and wasn't even able to shoot today. It was frustrating so I'll just rent it out tomorrow again and hopefully I'll get to shoot my panning assignment or my self portrait.

Lissa Hatcher

I had never heard of Lissa Hatcher but in this months Professional Photographer she has a article about her life. I checked out her website and she has some great images and has won some awards. I really enjoyed reading her story.

Filters

In an attempt to find some help with filters for an enlarger in the darkroom I found this tutorial on filters for your camera. I'm learning so much new information.

Helpful Video

So I have been working on my pinhole camera and I ran into some problems with the shutter. I just didn't understand the concept. I found the really helpful video on how to make a pinhole.

Full Moon

A little bit ago I took my dogs out and saw the full moon its huge. I wish I had a better lens so I could have got more detail. I like how my instructors have made me think about shooting more. Before I was in school I probably would have said look at the moon not rushed in side to get my camera and take pictures of it. They are making me realize how important it is to get out and shoot.

Pinhole update

So I'm coming right along on my pinhole camera. This assignment is a lot of fun. I'm testing it out on Tuesday during lab. I hope it works and I get a sharp image.

Happy Halloween

I hope everyone had a fun and safe Halloween. I found this creepy picture from Oakland Cemetery, I shot there for a creative assignment last week. My boyfriend Gus was taking shots with my digital and I was laying in the ground taking shots with my film camera. Its spooky because it looks like I'm coming out of the grave. Funny what can come out of random pictures. I'm going to play around in photo shop and see if I can make it scary.

Night Photography

Night photography really interest me. I haven't been able to take good photos at night. I was able to find this tutorial about shooting at night from Canadian Geographic. Helpful, can't wait to try it out.

Self Portrait

I'm going to shoot my self portrait this weekend. I have some ideas, but I found these tips from DPS(digital photography school) that helped. I really need to show different sides of myself. This is a challenge for me because I really don't let people in. I am looking forward to the opportunity.

2009 W.Eugene Smith

Lu Guang wins the W. Eugene Smith Grant  for a four year project on the effects of pollution in his native country, China. I had no idea things were that bad over there. His images really bring new light to their situation. He is using the 30,000 grant to travel more and spread the knowledge more. Amazing images that really capture the damage industrial companies are doing. Read more.

Desire

Just found this interview from 1996. Charlie Rose interviews Roy DeCarava. Decarava talks about his desire not technique for photography.

Remembering DeCarava

I was sadded to hear that Roy DeCarava has died. DeCarava was an amazing photographer, his jazz photos are some of my all time favorites. I first took notice of him because he had a book, The Sweet Fly Paper of Life, which he had wrote with Langston Hughes, I love reading anything by Hughes. Both of them made others see what Harlem was all about. A truly inspirational photographer and master of his craft. Click to read the article announcing his death.

Pinhole Camera

So I finally started my pinhole camera. I'm making it out of an old tin I have. Here is an image from The Pinhole Gallery. I'm sure Ill run into problems along the way. It so cool to see some of the images my classmates have been able to take with their pinholes.

In New York

How exciting would it be to live in New York city. You would get to go to openings every night if you wanted to. Not to say Atlanta doesn't celebrate photography, ACP, its just different in NYC. This article I read on Interviews website talks about how an auctioneer, Simon de Pury for Phillips de Pury & Company was able to showcase his own photography. Interesting work.

Helpful Peer

One of my classmates is an amazing photographer, Trent Chau. Everyday in class he is always willing to help me with any questions I may have. I enjoy reading his blog as well. Check out his work.

Darkroom

I had a frustrating lab day today. I have to re shoot my 36 subject because a cemetery is to broad, they turned out great though. I had some extra time to print some for me. So I'm thinking about maybe doing a old suitcase or a tractor. Its a rainy day so no shooting today.

Pretty Colors

On the way to school last week I went to heat my car up and got these beautiful sunrise shots. Its amazing what one can see if they just open their eyes. My instructor is telling us to really look at your surroundings. I saw my neighbors leaving at the same time but I was the only one with a camera, I wondered if they even looked up.

Creative Shoot

Today's assignment was to pick one subject and shoot it 36 different ways, our instructors want to see our creative side. I picked a cemetery because today had a cloudy start and my mood was somber. I decided to go to Historical Oakland Cemetery in Atlanta, I had never been there before. It turned out to be a great day, by the time I got there the sun came out and gave me light. I also brought my digital and took some personal shots.

Patrick Hoelck

I really enjoyed listening to Patrick Hoelck's beginning and his love for art. He talks about Polaroids and how he started making music videos. He's really interesting.

New Header

Well I finally put a picture for my header. This is also Redrock. I like it, it took me a while to get it just right. Photoshop is alot work but well worth it. Mr.Jones my instructor said he like it.

Redrock

This is Redrock, one of my favorite places in the world. Its in Las Vegas where I'm from. Its unfortunate that many people don't see this side of Vegas.

Calendars

I'm so excited my friend at work wants me to make her a calendar.We have some great ideas. I found this cool website for making your own calendars.

Shinobi

Shot some more of my favorites today. This is my dog, Shinobi. Freaking out didn't know our favorites assignment is due on Monday. I just finished shooting

Ansel Adams

Ms. Finch talked to us about burning and dodging. I have yet to attempt it in the dark room though. She also talked to us about Ansel Adams. I found a book at my moms house of his portfolios, they are amazing. She ended up giving me the book because she saw how much I liked it. What an amazing talent he had.

Confusion

So I have really had a hard time understanding depth of field. My instructor Ms. Harkins explained it to us last week, and I was completely confused. We learn more about it tomorrow but I also found a website that helped me understand depth of field more.

Lisette Model

I was at the doctors offices today and read an article about photography. One of the quotes was by Lisette Model, "Photography is probably the easiest art form, which perhaps makes it the hardest". I remember Mr. Jones talking about her. This is one of my favorite images by her.

Foliage

Enjoying the fall foliage. I love this time of year but its so cold. I took this shot at Tallulah Gorge. Its so beautiful to see all the colors.

Interview

Interview is one of my favorite magazines. Its filled with fashion, art, and film. I love the articles. This month I enjoyed reading about Natalie Portman, the article was written by Jake Gyllenhaal. Also this month there was some great fashion spreads. It really gives me inspiration.

Pumpkins

Just got back from the pumpkin patch. I was there shooting for my favorites assignment because Halloween is my favorite holiday. Dont know what Im going to carve yet.

Chinese Photography

Over the weekend I went to a photography opening. Atlanta Celebrates Photography(ACP)s festival guide along with my course instructor Ms. Harkins informed me of the show. Hometown: Post-Documentary Chinese Photography gave me a look into Chinese culture. I was able to ask the photographers questions (with the help of their interpreters) and it was awesome being able to interact with them. I'm glad I had the opportunity to go.

Be Productive

This rain is really bothering me. I can't go out and shoot. Its a good learning lesson for the rest of my schooling, DON'T WAIT TILL THE LAST MINUTE. BE PRODUCTIVE. The weather is so unpredictable. Better that I learn that now rather than later.

Depth of Field

In class today we talked about depth of field. It was really confusing. I think I'll grasp a better understanding about it when I actually shoot for it. Trying to think of places I can shoot for this.

Learning Experience

Today was busy. I'm a little overwhelmed with how much time I will be spending in the darkroom in the coming weeks, but I'm loving every bit of it. I don't know much about film, I'm used to digital. With every class I'm learning something new whether it be from my instructors, upper class men, or my peers.

Lab Day

Lab was fun today. I did my first contact sheet. It took me awhile to get it right. I'm sure I will go through a lot of paper this quarter.

Tallulah Gorge

Over the weekend I shot some of my favorite things for a burn and dodge assignment. I went to Tallulah Gorge. Its so pretty. My legs are killing me though, there is over 1000 steps to go down into the gorge. Its easy to go down those steps but to come back up is horrible. Anything to get a good shot.

Little Jerry

This is Jerry, he is not even 24hours old in this picture. He was so alert for a newborn and very photogenic.

Rain Rain Go Away

Im a little disapointed today because its raining. I wanted to take pictures for my bracketing assignment, they have to be taken outside. I was going to go to my friends pumpkin patch and then the park. Well maybe it will let up. Trying to be hopeful.

Busy Weekend

This weekend was great. I got to go do a lot of shooting. I wanted to get a head start on some of my photo assignments. A few of my assignments are to take pictures of my favorite things and bracketing. I also took some shots for a coworker, she just had a baby.

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