It's summertime in HOTlanta... not my idea of a good time. Today was a little more to my liking though... cool enough that I ventured outside to capture some of the beautiful, bold, blue flowers in full bloom. Image Specs: Shot with Nikon D50, 50 mm lens, natural light, 1/100 @ f/3.2, ISO 200. Processed in Lightroom with Gavin Seim Dark Vignette and Criss Cross presets. Technical … [Read more...]
In your home. In your schedule. In your workspace. Without it, you'll miss the abundance, creativity, and life that surrounds you each and every day. Image specs: Nikon D50, 50 mm lens, 1/125 sec at f/1.8, ISO 200. One video light. Processed in Adobe Lightroom with Matt's Summer Haze 2 preset (Gavin Seim) and Old is New Again (Kubota), plus some local adjustments. Technical Knowledge and … [Read more...]
There's nothing like finding a good excuse to break out the Christmas lights in March. Today's Theme Thursday of Blur or Bokeh was just such an opportunity. I got a few ideas for doing some studio photography shots from Chris Gatcum's book, Camera Creative. Then I did what I always do and started something entirely different, but kept the Christmas lights. In fact, the lights became the focus … [Read more...]
Maybe "everything" is a bit of hyperbole. I'm willing to give you that. Simplicity and personality are important as well when it comes to connecting with guests, clients, customers... even friends. But after reading Chris Brogan's post about the importance of customization, you can imagine my pure delight when I opened up a package with my new custom Teen Identity iPhone cases. We ordered … [Read more...]
... or is your former self a shadow of you? Pause. Think about it. The normal way we hear this phrase is a negative. You're a shadow of your former self, your glory days, your "thin" days or days in the skinny jeans. What if we turn the saying on it's head... is your former self a shadow of you? For me, it's the latter. When I think about myself just 10 years ago, I was in a remarkably … [Read more...]
From hearing of the suicide of a fellow blogger who was only 31 years old, to the devastation and tragedy in Haiti, there were only a few words and thoughts on my mind. This was one of them... I had no energy or motivation to take a picture today and even thought of skipping it entirely, even if it meant breaking my tasra365 challenge. But, as I thought about it longer, I realized I could … [Read more...]
I needed to get out of the house. It was time for a change of scenery. My pictures were feeling ordinary. I needed to shoot something new, different, un-ordinary. So I jumped in the car and followed the setting sun as it cast its warm glow across the trees and made even the traffic on a small country road seem mystical. It was the golden hour and I was determined to chase the light until I … [Read more...]
Ever feel that way? Today's wood figure is a classic case of this syndrome. He could run forever and will still never go anywhere. You can't see it in the images, but he's tied to a base that keeps him in one place forever. I feel that way sometimes. Like no matter how fast or how hard I run, I'm just not gaining any ground. It's frustrating. At times infuriating. Mostly confusing. What … [Read more...]
Searching for something to capture with my camera today, I ventured into the garage and found this painted canvas. Our daughter, the ever-evolving artist had painted it earlier in the day and the paint wasn't even dry yet. What a find! The brown paint bottle she used to craft her "Life Mission Statement" was still open and sitting on the canvas. Reading this mission statement from my daughter the … [Read more...]
Can you remember the last time you got out from behind the camera and had your picture taken? Do you have any current photos of yourself that you like? Or love? If you answered no, then it's time to plan a photo shoot! Here's how... Find someone to be your photographer (friend, spouse, neighbor, family member). You must feel comfortable with this person. If you'd like to use a … [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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