Today's images represent my digital life right now (and Day 11 of Project 365). There are a lot of good things in here. Organic tomatoes, fresh garlic, cut mushrooms and delicious spices. But they're all jumbled and floating around like a chaotic mess. Great for pasta sauce. Awful for digital life. This is a perfect metaphor for my computer and hard drives right now. Do you ever feel … [Read more...]
When you question your value and start to wonder why you bother... When you doubt your ability and consider giving up the fight... When you lose your focus and can't seem to find your way in the dark... STOP. Then ask yourself one question that can change everything... Think about it. Answer from your heart. Has your art been brave enough? Whether your art is photography, writing, … [Read more...]
As you start this 365 photography journey, give yourself permission to experiment and find what works for you. Check out these ten tips learned from capturing a year of images... Pay attention to your patterns, where your interest and energy rise and fall throughout the day. Set a schedule. Do you like to shoot in the morning and post at night or post in the morning for the previous day's … [Read more...]
That's right... connect, share and grow! Studying other photographers images will help develop your photographer's eye, so why not join the fun! I LOVE seeing your creative images and being inspired by your photography and your writing. Make sure to check out the special edition of tasra365 where we feature photographers just like you! Wanna be featured? Just leave me a … [Read more...]
Commercial photographer Chase Jarvis recommends that photographers create and share... then sustain. So why not get started today by creating an image then sharing it with your fellow photographers on Twitter Tuesday! I LOVE seeing your creative images and being inspired by your photography and your writing. Make sure to check out the special edition of tasra365 where we feature photographers … [Read more...]
Connected photographers make a powerful force for creative images. Join the ranks on Twitter Tuesday. I LOVE seeing your creative images and being inspired by your photography and your writing. Make sure to check out the special edition of tasra365 where we feature photographers just like you! Wanna be featured? Just leave me a comment. Guidelines: Post your photo of the day or week on … [Read more...]
If you’re contemplating a 365 or are in the middle of one, you MUST read the powerful words and insight from a fellow project 365 photographer, Terri Bleeker. The Beginning When my son was about 14 months old I received a flyer in the mail from the local vocational school. As I looked through I was instantly drawn to information about the upcoming photography class. I felt like a kid … [Read more...]
The Twitter Tuesday tradition is alive and well. So many aspiring and professional photogs are getting their work seen and making connections... let's keep it going! I LOVE seeing your creative images and being inspired by your photography and your writing. Not to mention being introduced to new photography masters that you are studying! Guidelines: Post your photo of the day or week on … [Read more...]
That's right! Every creative wants to share their work and enjoy the feedback from an active community of fellow artists... that's what Twitter Tuesday is all about. Share your favorite image of the day or from the last week and then head off to encourage and motivate your fellow photogs along the way! Let's get started... Post your photo of the day on your blog or photo sharing site, with … [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...]
Twitter Tuesday Bright and Early
Bright and early, got your images ready to share? It's easy peasy. Guidelines: Post your photo of the day or week on your blog or Flickr account, with a link back to this post so others can check out the list too. Tweet your image and link with hashtag #tasra365 (you can use Facebook if you're not on Twitter yet). Add your twitter handle or blog name and URL with the button … [Read more...]