I was asked to shoot photos at a woman’s dinner event during the Christmas season. My set up was simple and effective; I used two umbrella modifiers and a five-foot reflector at the feet. Along with a festive backdrop, our shots all turned out pretty well! Next time, however, I plan on using a center strobe to fill in shadows.
Sierra Madre — For any family putting off your family portrait, just remember they are only this age once. Our Image+ sessions are designed around family and preserving today’s memories forever.
Sierra Madre — Harsh, mid-day sun and shadows make for a potential nightmare for shooting portraits. Finding the right light in those conditions can be a challenge, especially when you have limited space for a good background.
Shooting tight and wide open can make just about any background look good, especially at f2.8. Using a silver reflector helps throw light onto the shaded subject, making the photo “pop.” This time, rather than reflecting high at a 45-degree angle, we shot low, under the chin, giving viewers a feel of warmth while maintaining it’s cheeriness. Is that a made up word?
I was told I had about 30-minutes to complete a last-minute headshot session. With gear in tow, I arrived at my client’s home at 7:45am, set up in her driveway and shot away for 15 minutes.
Last weekend I had the pleasure of once again, covering my wife and friends on the LA Color Run 2015. The photo above is not my wife, but a person who saw me shooting and asked for her picture to be taken. More shots found on my Color Run Page
Travel Town at Griffith Park was our destination for our photo shoot, but they close by 5:00pm week days. Out of luck.
So we continued up the road and into the park where we found acres of (more…)
Sierra Madre — Last weekend we had the opportunity to spend a few hours on one of our family shoots. Although it was a lot of hard work, we got a lot done while still having a blast. In fact, even with the kids getting tired toward the end, we were able to capture over ten different poses in about five locations and still smiling. Try that (more…)
Midweek, two-for-one family birthday party. A boyfriend and girlfriend of my niece and nephew were both celebrating their birthdays. Of course, Sis, breaks out the iPhone and shoots endless, wide angle snapshots of the couples. In the meantime, I walked out to the car and grabbed the (more…)
Last night, I had the pleasure of seeing a friend of mine whale on the sax with his band. I’ve always know Jordan was a good sax player, but he and the band brought down the house!
Sad to learn that the LA/Hollywood House of Blues is closing in July 2015. According to one of the bouncers, (more…)
What a blessing to spend a beautiful, Spring evening capturing remarkable moments with two “and 3/4,” special people!
On this shoot, we began our evening with a quick prayer of thanksgiving, for live–and for (more…)
