Transformation by Numbers: How to Create Constant Improvement
There is an art and science to getting and maintaining constant improvement in your life and creative endeavors. This post will look at how you can transform your photography, as seen through the lens of my own transformation, as well as set the bar for what’s next in the coming 365 days. Here’s what I’ve found to work well for completing a 365 day challenge… CLARITY. Make sure you know exactly what you’ve committed to and write... [Read More...]
How Photographers Really Get Better (D365)
It’s not by spending thousands of dollars on the latest gear and lighting equipment, according to Zack Arias who learned his lesson the hard way. It’s not by pretending to be someone you’re not because we’re supposed to K.I.R. (“keep it real”)… at least that’s what Jasmine Star says and it seems to be working pretty well for her. It’s not by taking a perfect picture because Joe Buissink says they... [Read More...]
The Patterns You See (D364)
There are patterns we see and ones we miss. Which are more important? I’ve noticed patterns in the reasons people start a 365 and patterns in the reasons they quit. I’ve noticed patterns in the images I take and the way I read my camera manual. Particularly in the last few weeks, I’ve noticed patterns in the images and events I shoot and the way I process and post them. But I can guarantee you that there are patterns I don’t... [Read More...]
Little MJ Performs at the Teen Cafe (D363)
Six hours of performances and events at the Teen Cafe today. Yet it was one little performer who wrapped up and stole the show. They call him little MJ and he proved it was a nickname he had certainly earned. He was part of a performance show by Gwinnett School of Music. Just a few snapshots captured his animated performance… SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Little MJ Performs at the Teen Cafe (D363)", url: "http://tasramar.com/2010/08/little-mj-performs-at-the-teen-cafe-d363/"... [Read More...]
Teen Identity T-Shirt Reveal (D361)
Since we moved from California to Georgia a little over eighteen months ago, we’ve been determined to get involved in our community. That started with photo shoots of neighborhood girls, which later became the core of our Teen Identity team. From there, we began reaching out to local companies and businesses to partner with them in reaching teens in our area. From Street Grace to Manna Scholarship Fund, we’ve begun building relationships... [Read More...]
A Birthday Gift for YOU (D360)
The finale of this tasra365 journey and adventure is about to happen! To cap it off, it’s my birthday and I feel like giving away some presents. Want one? Here’s what I’ve got for you… ONE: People of Walmart: Shop and Awe – This book is absolutely hilarious! If you haven’t seen the website, you’re in for a laugh. The book is full of new photos, bad hair days, celebrity lookalikes and even a goat or two.... [Read More...]
Senior Portrait Product Shot Upgrade (D357)
I thought it was about time to upgrade some product shots of our latest Teen Identity custom album. Although we offer traditional photo products like framed prints and enlargements, we love the storytelling aspect of albums so we made them the centerpiece of our Teen Identity senior portrait collections. Today we had the pleasure of delivering 2 albums to 2009 Teen Identity model Sarah Cunningham. Her mom was thrilled that she got to take the album... [Read More...]
Senior Portrait Shoot Fit For a Queen (D356)
We were originally scheduled to shoot Whitney’s senior portraits at 1 pm… after a brief stint in the sun for Kaitlyn’s senior session yesterday, we decided 5 pm was a better starting time. We are in Atlanta after all, the South, with all that heat and humidity that makes a girl look less than fresh for her images. That meant filming the “Meet the Team” video for Teen Identity, then heading straight into Whitney’s... [Read More...]
Can You Say “Rockstar” (D355)
When Kaitlin pulled out the ivory white, ultra cool, electric guitar, I wasn’t sure we had the right girl. A self-admitted prissy girl, who would’ve thought behind that feminine and dainty exterior was a rock star waiting to get out. The senior portrait session with her today really exemplified the “unleash” part of “unleash your true beauty.” Let the rocker-girl come out! Many thanks to my good friend and colleague... [Read More...]
My Nikon is Jealous of My Canon (D351)
This is not about the debate between Nikon and Canon. It’s not even about whether one is better than the other. It’s about growing so familiar with my Nikon through daily use and studying the manual, that it feels almost disloyal to my camera to leave it behind and start shooting so much with my Canon 5D. Can you blame me though? If the cameras were comparable, it’d be a different story. But my Nikon is a pro-sumer camera and my... [Read More...]