Meet Ben. He's the co-founder of MailChimp. With over 1.2 million users, it's one of the most successful e-mail marketing companies. MailChimp was recently featured in “Fast Company” for its non-traditional corporate culture and creative environment. This is what Ben says: "If you're working for me and you're a creative person, it's not my job to make you happy." Okay, that's not all … [Read more...]
A close friend who is a high level exec in the photo industry said this... "The photography industry is a mess right now." They went on to describe 10 different ways and areas that have affected photography in general, including the tsunami in Japan affecting camera companies, technology advancements in equipment, the current economy, user-friendly photo editing programs, and more. GIVING IT … [Read more...]
Creating a new version of you is easier than you think. I'm having my daughter create a new version of me as I write this. HOW DO YOU CREATE A NEW VERSION OF YOU? That's a great question. For years I've wanted to have a sketch version of me... a version that makes me smile when I see it in print or online. I wasn't sure if I should take a stab at it since I do enjoy sketching (not an expert … [Read more...]
Every photo shoot doesn't have to be require a lot of planning, preparation, equipment or even space. Sometimes, one light, a blank wall and beautiful teen girl is all you need. You know how it is when you get all dolled up, have a good hair day, try a new makeup routine and you feel amazing. You want to capture the moment since you know it's not bound to last. That's how Imahni felt today... … [Read more...]
This was the year of the photo shoot. Last week I mentioned that one of my goals for 2011 was to photograph at least 100 tween and teen portraits. I am ecstatic to report that I exceeded that goal this year! Does that sound crazy or what? I knew it was a busy year, but I was so busy I didn't have time to stop and realize just how many portraits I had done! That's only counting the teens … [Read more...]
If you could just have one heartfelt, planned, and meaningful gift... OR Twenty random gifts that are hit or miss with your preferences and tastes... WHICH WOULD YOU CHOOSE? For me, it's no contest. The one. Today as I gave and received gifts, it became even more clear how easy it is to get caught up in quantity over quality. Everyone wants and hopes to see lots of presents under the tree … [Read more...]
Are your eyes deceiving you? Or is it media perpetuating the deception? Or both? Does it matter? In a world of unreal models, composite pop stars and fake deaths, what does real mean? Sometimes we enjoy suspending reality. Even pay money for the fake. One Facebook commenter shared a TED talk about the making of the movie Benjamin Button that demonstrated how "they now have the face of Brad … [Read more...]
Literally. Models are now UNREAL. The latest controversy regarding fashion, photography, photoshop and models starts with popular clothing store H&M. Their new lingerie models are composites: computer generated models that take parts and pieces of mannequins that are then humanized. To add insult to injury, they shot real models for the campaign just so they could superimpose the human … [Read more...]
I love to read. The library is one of my favorite places and has been since I could walk (at 9 months). Go ahead, call me a nerd. I've heard it before. Problem now is finding the time to read all the amazing books I find... books I know have valuable information and insight that could change my life, my outlook, my business, and more. Talk about irony... not being able to find the time to … [Read more...]
Pin It There are a lot of things you can buy for $5. First choice on an ordinary day... Starbucks Venti Decaf Mocha no foam. Today is no ordinary day. Today is the day just a few of your dollars can change a life outside your world. Today is the day that a Christmas CD is launched into the world to bring laughter, joy and peace to thousands and clean drinking water to even more! Today is … [Read more...]
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PUBLICATIONS Top 100 Wordpress Article: Stepping Into the Frame on PhotoFocus Featured Photographer on Darren Rowse's Digital Photography School Featured Writer on 5 Minutes for Mom for Photography and … [Read More...]
I am not a sales person and actually am trying to overcome a particular disdain for anything that smacks of overt selling. I do however like to talk and write about products, services, and people that I like and love. … [Read More...]
Welcome to the new home of Real Women Scrap - the book and blog that helps people get inspired to take back their time, find balance, liberate their creativity, and pursue their passions. My name is Tasra Dawson and I’m the woman behind … [Read More...]
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