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...]
Skipping School: Skip’s Summer School (D341)
It’s true. I’m skipping school this year. Skip’s Summer School starts tomorrow with an all-star lineup of speakers, but sad to say my hubby and I won’t be there. It’s not for want, but for priorities. With two kids walking through major milestones on Monday into their first years in public elementary and high school, we need to be home. So I’m cheering the photographers on from afar and reading over my notes from... [Read More...]
75-DAY SPRINT TO THE FINISH (D293)
If you’ve been around since the inception of the tasra365 photo challenge (started after a dinner conversation with master photographer Scott Bourne and later watching Julie & Julia in the theater) then you know that our time is coming to an end. (Cue sad music.) There is something exciting, liberating, and also saddening about nearing the end of a challenge. So instead of just sitting back and meeting status quo on this challenge, I’m... [Read More...]
Monkey See, Monkey Do (D289)
When I taught junior high in the inner city, I took this phrase to a whole new level. Seriously, I found a monkey like the kind you see at circus acts or on the street. He’s pretty mild and cute until you press the “on” switch. Then he becomes this crazed screaming, cymbal crashing creature. The students in my classes LOVED him! Instead of using the traditional clap of the hands and getting the students to follow along, I would... [Read More...]
8 Easy Tips for Completing Your 365 Photography Project
Guest post by Steve Gallow, sharing his insights on successfully completing a year in photos. In January of 2009 I was listening to the “This Week in Photography” podcast episode 63, in which the hosts were discussing their New Years Resolutions. In one form or another many of them stated that one of their goals for 2009 was to take more photographs. While listening to these great photographers, I began to think about a method of inspiration... [Read More...]
An Unforgettable Evening with Gary Vaynerchuck, author of Crush It! (D200)
It’s Day 200 of the tasra365 photography project that started with a challenge from Scott Bourne, photo guru and PhotoFocus blogger. What a wild ride it’s been, with more than 400 aspiring and professional photographers joining me on the journey. DAY 200 MILESTONE MOMENT The milestone of Day 200 had to be pretty incredible. I decided to spend the evening with Gary Vaynerchuck, author of Crush It!, the book that will forever change the... [Read More...]
How One Photographer Literally Stumbled into Project 365
Today’s Feature Friday photographer is David Abbishaw, also known as _iDavid on twitter and found at funkydunky.net. His story will have you laughing and learning all the way through. Stumbling into a 365 How I got started with Project 365 was quite by accident – literally. I’d been unfortunate enough to badly sprain my ankle whilst out cross country walking and had been told to work from home as I was perceived to be a health and... [Read More...]
Shooting on the Edge – A Teen Identity Photo Shoot (D145)
Today’s word of the day was… EDGY. Our home and studio were temporarily taken over by teen girls in preparation for our first Teen Identity Models photo shoot of 2010. The bedroom exploded in clothes and there was a full-on salon happening with hair, makeup, nails, and stylists getting everyone ready. We’re preparing to launch our new model program for 2011 Seniors and are so excited about what we’ve got in store for upcoming... [Read More...]
D116: He Finally Got It!
Yep, his fifth Christmas and he finally really got it…Santa comes down the chimney, eats milk and cookies, gives us presents and we get to open them. But don’t forget about the real Christmas story and prayer before opening presents. Or about the three presents Santa promised when Daddy called him since it was too scary to meet Santa in person. No, we definitely can’t forget those details. Nor will we forget when our son prayed... [Read More...]
D115: We Finally Moved In
This time last year we had only been in our house for about 10 days. And we had none of our stuff except what fit in our minivan for the drive cross country. The moving company hijacked our stuff for a month, including all the Christmas gifts so we made do with a couple air mattresses and camping chairs. Gifts were sparse, but we were warm and together and that’s what mattered. Flash forward to today, we’ve lived here for just a little... [Read More...]