Want to see images in a new way? To develop a photographer's eye? Or perhaps break out of a rut in your photography? Maybe you just need a kick in the seat of the pants to get you motivated again. Earlier this year, while attending and speaking at SPA, Senior Portrait Artists, I picked up a few key ideas for how to develop your eye for photography. The ideas have worked for me and I've got it … [Read more...]
As much as I love a good cup of Starbucks coffee, after reading enough nutrition books and watching a few documentaries, I realized it just wasn't good for me. So while I refuse to give it up entirely, I decided to find an alternative that would work on a more regular basis. This is what I created... The taste is phenomenal and I have the added benefit that I don't feel guilty drinking it. … [Read more...]
The pictures speak for themselves. I cannot wait to add these images to Teen Identity and have some of our teen models up on that stage next year! Manual: Page 6. Images: Looked at more winning images from the SPA photography competition. Loved James Hays and Jon Read's work. … [Read more...]
Here's the strategy...it's quite simple really. Anyone can do it if they want to. Yes, even you. Just get together 15 of the most gorgeous teens across the country, have a stylist put together their outfits from head to toe. Then, hire professional makeup artists and hairdressers to take care of their "look" and make sure it matches the stylists' outfits. Make sure you are in a idyllic … [Read more...]
I've come to realize that one of the most colorful places for me to experience life is behind the camera. I haven't quite figured out whether it's the intense focus, having to be fully present, or a trained eye. Regardless of the why, I'm discovering that it's a fact...and one I want to capitalize on. Here's the question...how can I take what I see behind the camera into my everyday life out … [Read more...]
Today I was walking on air, visiting the hometown of my grandmother more than 80 years ago. She lived in Coronado, California from the time she was six until she was 21...she's 95 now. What an amazing feeling to walk down the streets my grandmother walked, to capture the same sunset she watched for fifteen years of her life, to walk the halls of a hotel and streets of a city that hold the some … [Read more...]
Not much, maybe God, faith. In 2010, let's not only say it, but let's live it. Today I flew into San Diego for the SPA (Senior Portrait Artists) conference this week. I'm speaking on Wednesday about the power of video to promote, market, and brand your photography business. After watching last year's training DVD of all the speakers and shooting events, I can't wait! Not to mention I get to … [Read more...]
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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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