Yearly Archives: 2010

Shooting in Graveyards in New Orleans – Afterdark recap.

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Watch out for the ghost of the Voodoo Queen! What an amazing time Afterdark was in lovely New Orleans. It is full of character. First I must talk about what happened on Sunday before Afterdark. I went a day early to hang out with fellow Southlight Salon members Pierre and Nick. They were there for...

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Rock and Roll. Photos with celeb stylist Abigail Franklin

I have to admit that my job is pretty cool. This shoot was one of those that was just fun. Some cool clothes and great team. But first, let me tell you all what is up. Kristi and the kids are living in Kansas City right now. She got the job at MAC that will...

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High Speed Sync using studio strobes.

This is a trick but it does work. What you need: Canon camera ST-E2 Transmitter. Radio Poppers – One PX and a Junior for the Studio Strobe I have tested this with Profoto, Speedotron, and Alien Bees. The greater power the pack the better the result. In the example I was using a profoto 2400...

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2 Classes in Kansas City – Art Gallery Lawn. Anyone can come

Here I am in Kansas City for a couple of more days. Kristina is working so I want to see if anyone is interested in a couple of classes while I’m here. Hey, Mom’s that click! TODAY at 4 October 17th – Photography Fundamentals. $250 Go until evening. Meet on Art Gallery Lawn in front...

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Lighting with Mirrors

One of my favorite types of lighting is done with mirrors. Blame it on Aerosmith. I use a hot light, this is a continuous light source that is usually pretty bright. I use the room to reflect back much of the light and soften the look. The light from a hot light is pretty harsh...

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