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Back at the end of June, I had the honor of attending Nichole Van's lighting workshop in Utah. I had never been to Utah before and let me tell you, it's very tempting to pack up everything and move out there right now.
The workshop was wonderful and I learned so much about using off camera flash. Nichole is a very talented artist and teacher. So much to take in and I'm trying to force myself to practice it whenever I can. Truth be told, it makes me very nervous to try something new with my clients, but at the same time, I've got to constantly grow and challenge myself or things can get stale. I'm proud to say that I've used off camera flash at two of my sessions this week and I hope to incorporate it more as I can.
But perhaps the coolest thing was that I attended the workshop with a group of online friends from all over the country (and Canada)--only one of whom I had ever met in person and another who I got to visit with again just this week. We all started our journey into photography at about the same time and most of us gathered together on Flickr to share ideas, garner information, and learn from each other. In this day, a photography business can be very "online"...most of us work from our homes and depend on the internet to get our "water cooler conversations." I had an absolute blast with these ladies and they made that trip so much fun for me. What a great opportunity to talk shop with some good friends, share stories, and laugh, laugh, laugh! I really hope we can all work together again someday.
Likewise, so fun meeting you!!!!!! Finally after years of online. Your images are AWE-SOME!
(08.13.10 @ 03:29 AM)Wow. The first photograph is amazing!
(08.13.10 @ 03:39 AM)love it. wish i could have been there. i'm sure you learned so much and flash is something i need to conquer myself. your images are beautiful!
(08.13.10 @ 06:09 AM)it was so much fun, michele....and so glad that our three years of phone conversations were finally able to bring us together in person!
(08.13.10 @ 12:33 PM)Amazing images!! I so want to learn that. Did you use bold flash on most of these or any kind of light modifier with it? My biggest issue is to figure out the best placement of the external flash!
(08.13.10 @ 01:00 PM)So stunning!! I love your work. If only you have workshops offered for photographers who just want to shoot like a pro.
(08.13.10 @ 01:04 PM)oh, i just now noticed you posted your images!! they are gor-geous!! it was SUCH a fantastic time being with all of you at the workshop.
(08.20.10 @ 08:27 PM)
If you are expecting and have already booked a session with me, you can "register" for your maternity portraits, birth photography, and/or baby's newborn photo session. I can even send cards to include in shower invitations, etc.
Of course, you could also take this route (my all time fav!).
On this evening, it was about mom and dad.
Husband and wife.
No kiddos.
Just them.
Together.
In love.
Still.
I would have believed those were engagement pics -- Good for them!!
(06.19.10 @ 09:32 AM)What a fantastic session! LOVE! Such spectacular shots, bet they just LOVED their pictures!
(06.19.10 @ 04:27 PM)
Clients...if you have an iPhone, you've got to give this a try!!! In fact, if you want to use one of the images from any session with me, let me know and I would be happy to format it for you (the wrap can actually be a little tricky as I've learned and sometimes you need a little extra special photoshop work ;-). Contact me by the end of this month (even if you haven't actually had your session yet) and I'll help you out.
P.S. I think these would rock for seniors!
I can't wait to get my iPhone just so I can buy one of these! August is not coming fast enough... I hate waiting to be able to upgrade my phone!
(06.16.10 @ 11:46 PM)haha! It's an illness. And by "saw it in person" you mean I took it out of my purse and you attacked with a "ohohohlemmeseethat!" ;) LOL....I need one for every day of the week, that is what I decided! I've been meaning to take a photo of mine and blog it but I just haven't had the time. Super cool though, I can't wait to see what you put on yours!
(06.16.10 @ 11:58 PM)I have one too, and I love it! It's saved my bacon more than once when my phone has hit the ground. Now I just want them to hurry up and release the iPhone 4 version so I don't have to be without a case when my new phone arrives next week!
(06.17.10 @ 12:23 AM)Hey Michelle-
I love the idea of this with one of the photos you took of Freddy. The one I have currently is from their artwork, not nearly as cute as my little guy through your camera lens. I think I'll be ordering another one!!! Thanks for the idea, I didn't know you could do photos on them. Oh boy. What a great gift idea.
I want one! Will e-mail you for your thoughts on what photo from our last session might format well. Too cool!
(06.17.10 @ 11:11 AM)I know it! I blogged about this a while back and I just love these! Can't wait for them to release it for the iPhone 4!
(06.17.10 @ 11:53 AM)Aren't these cool? I have been selling them in my studio for a month now? Teenagers love them and they are great for moms that talk about you a lot. Plus great for dads! And here's a hint. For all of you that say you don't have enough wall space, here is a great way to show off your favorite photo! Kara
(06.17.10 @ 05:49 PM)I've been looking for this exact thing! I already ordered 2 this morning. Can't wait to get them! Thanks!!
(06.18.10 @ 08:45 AM)So cool!
(06.18.10 @ 12:01 PM)
Awesome! I've had my eye on doing a shoot there for quite some time. You rocked it! Love the interaction - it's priceless!
(08.18.10 @ 09:47 PM)