Even though I haven't been formally trained and didn't graduate from photography school (my degrees are in English & Education), I have been informally trained by many photography greats. I'm really not even sure if there is a standard definition for what makes one a "master" versus a "great." STUDYING THE MASTERS Either way, one of the challenges I've wanted to undertake in tasra365 is to … [Read more...]
Not all tall buildings in New York hold the promise of glitz and glamour. I would venture to say that the "sky terrace" on this building is vastly different than the one I experienced at the Hudson Hotel in Manhattan. I've been challenged by Robert Frank's willingness to defy the status quo and his intentional pairing of contrasting images to tell a story. As a photographer he did more than … [Read more...]
Today was full of action... felt like I was taking on the world. In a way I was—taking on a fear (going to NY on my own) and taking the shots I wanted. Started out early with a walk from my hotel to Lincoln Center and Julliard, then around Central Park, down 5th Ave to the MOMA. Absolutely awe-struck by what I saw at the MOMA. Such creativity in so many different genres. Then I met 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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