Jennifer Stock Photography - Inland Empire CA Children's Photographer

What Happened?

2011-03-21T15:37:00.000-07:00

Are you wondering why there are no posts on this blog? It's because I transferred my photography blog to a new location.

Will you please change you bookmarks or blog feed to: http://www.jenniferstockphotography.com/

Thanks.

Come see me over HERE.

At the Race - Mine on Monday

2010-08-30T08:43:00.000-07:00

My husband remembers building his boat for the Raingutter Regatta when he was a cub scout. He just pulled it out of a box (note to self: should snap a picture of that). Most people have heard of the Pinewood Derby, but the Raingutter Regatta is a little less known. The premise is: boy assembles and accessorizes boat. Boy places boat in water filled track. Boy blows sail to advance boat to finish with hopes of accomplishing this before his competitor.

Here's our story:

It was a GORGEOUS night for it.

The tracks were set up in a church parking lot (wise move since there was water dripping from rain gutters).

Place boat.

AND BLOW!!!!!

Have I mentioned that sister has always wanted to be a "Pub Scout." Dad let her build a boat as well. Of course she customized it to be a water craft for her Littlest Pet Shoppe pup.

He won some and lost some. Event was a success. And did I mention that the

SKY WAS BEAUTIFUL!!!!

Finishing Summer - Press RESET

2010-08-29T17:04:00.000-07:00

There's something about the end of summer that makes me simply giddy. We've had a delightful summer - not too hot, not too cold, but just about right. The kids are in and out of the house, playing with friends, mixing lots of lemonade. I've loved our family trips, our outings to the beach, and the chalk art on my back patio. But after a while I start drowning in the sound of television reruns. I tire of the endless pleadings to play video games and the phrase, "just let me finish this level." In time my kids forget how to play outside and how to read before bed. Going back to school tosses us back into a routine.

The routine starts TOO EARLY in the morning for this night owl, but I embrace the fresh start on our family life. It's like pressing the reset button. We reorganize, recommit, and try again. I look forward to reading chapter books with my daughter and then have her gaze up at me and ask, "what should we talk about." I love seeing my kids focused and responsible. I don't care much for cracking the whip when it's homework time, but I like seeing their minds at work. And this year I look forward to having one on one time with my Goose while the other kids are at school.

My friend is looking forward to time with her littlest girl. Isn't she a cutie.

It was so fun to see you this summer!!!

Keep Off - Mine on Monday

2010-08-23T23:05:00.000-07:00

I think that he LOVED that he wasn't supposed to climb up there. He was grinnin' ear to ear the whole time.

Our Family Photo at the Beach - Mine on Monday

2010-08-16T07:18:00.000-07:00

A couple weeks ago we went beach camping at Doheny State Beach in Orange County. Southern California has such a nice variety of beautiful beaches. We stayed in tents and cooked over a fire, in a dutch oven, and on a propane stovetop. Three cheers for yummy and super easy BBQ chicken in the dutch oven and delicious fajitas from foil dinners.

My kids were filthy most of the time - filthy and happy. We went for a family walk along the shore, so I decided to snap a quick family photo.

Send to Print - Mine on Monday - Candid Photography

2010-07-26T23:16:00.000-07:00

I have been working on designing an album featuring my kids from this year. Most of the images are the ones I've featured in my Mine On Monday posts. Here are a few more favorites that will soon be sitting in my album:

Sweet Sixteen - Redlands, CA Photography Shoot

2010-07-15T19:54:00.000-07:00

So... I'm speechless. My camera fell in love with her immediately. Let the images do the talking.

Sweet Angel

2010-07-06T15:13:00.000-07:00

This sweet beauty looked like an angel in her white dress. She has plenty of personality to fill loads of frames in the camera.

A quick grab of her brothers who were running around in the background and exploring the pond during our little photo shoot.

My Lil' Model - Mine on Monday {M.O.M Post}

2010-06-28T08:57:00.000-07:00

Three years ago I abandoned the chain store photo studios. You have to understand, I faithfully brought my children to them for birthdays, Halloween, and annually for a group shot. I was consistent and diligent and am still grateful to have those regular captures of my children. But they didn't capture mine as I see them. I don't usually set my kids on a table covered in a black cloth and wave a feather duster in their face, so there was nothing truly genuine in the ending photographs.

My lil girl had just turned three when I set out on our first big photo shoot. I drove to Huntington Botanical Gardens in Pasadena. Just before we went to the gardens I stopped off at Wild Oats to get some grains and organic sunscreen (which didn't work by the way). Something triggered my girl in the check out. I don't remember what. I do remember that I carried her back to the car kicking and screaming while all the other customers turned to stare. What ensued was the biggest toddler tantrum in our mother/daughter history. She was screaming, arching her back, and escaping her car seat. I pulled over multiple times to get her settled back in. Eventually I was in tears and called my husband. She was hysterical. I was hysterical. We certainly weren't going to have success taking pictures. I was afraid to get on the freeway with her climbing out of her seat. It was horrible.

When the storm was over, she appeared to snap back into the little girl I remember. She wasn't extremely excited about looking at my camera either, but I ended up getting an image for my wall. She has been my most difficult to photograph for years. When she turned five, we rounded a corner. She decided to accept my doughnut incentive program, and I agreed to make our photo sessions less than a millennium long. My butterfly emerged from her chrysalis. Look at her now - my most agreeable photo subject; my most beautiful little girl.

Ta Ta for Now

2010-06-26T17:22:00.000-07:00

So this will be the last installment of this adorable family.

We wore Mom out. She was ready to kick up her heels at the end of the day. Isn't she beautiful???

Kissing, Cuteness, & Car - More Family Fun

2010-06-24T00:05:00.000-07:00

After a splendid afternoon with Mommy & the Girls - Daddy met up with us.

And he brought his car.

Mom can work the car too.

THIS is fun

2010-06-18T16:45:00.000-07:00

A beautiful family on a nice day in a new location - FUN FUN FUN. I loved doing an urban shoot - who wouldn't want to put a cool chair in an alley and take pictures??

Sea Life Aquarium - Mine on Monday

2010-06-07T19:23:00.000-07:00

What's more interesting to watch - the amazing sting rays or the cute redhead standing on his head? Here's one vote for the redhead.

Three Little Fishies - Mine on Monday

2010-05-24T13:14:00.000-07:00

Our first beach trip of the year was to Corona del Mar just south of Newport Beach. We love it there.

I Love Basketball - Mine on Monday

2010-05-10T21:08:00.000-07:00

Absolutely enjoyed watching my blondie play his basketball tournament. Also was fun to be the only mom lying on the floor under the basketball hoop :)

Think Pink - Mine on Monday

2010-05-03T23:07:00.000-07:00

Sweet Six Years. These images will truly be a capture of a little girl who is rapidly changing. She has loved pink since forever and I have been recently informed that YELLOW is the new pink. She's been waiting to chop her hair and I kept stalling until we got out to take pics. After the mini photo shoot she asked, "can we go to the haircut place?" What happened to that 9 lb. 4 oz. baby with the dark curly hair? She is blossoming right before my eyes.

Love you Daisy.

Another Preview

2010-04-23T20:46:00.000-07:00

Now I just need to figure out how to post the follow-through.

Six Sweet Years - Mine on Monday

2010-04-19T21:51:00.000-07:00

Just a little preview of my sweetie's baking birthday party.

Sweet Lemons

2010-04-01T21:59:00.000-07:00

Reds & Toehead - Not Mine on Monday

2010-03-29T13:49:00.000-07:00

I've been meaning to share these beauties, but I'm still out of whack since daylight savings time. More to come...

Mine On Monday - Flick It

2010-03-22T23:28:00.000-07:00

Just over a week ago my daughter lost her first tooth. Her Daddy uses the flick-it-quick method and the tooth pops right out - at least after a few tries. Tonight she lost her second tooth. This time I got to try the flick-it method. Came out in one try. Check out her new grin.

6 Days

2010-03-09T16:55:00.000-08:00

What a thrill it was for me to capture this sweet bundle of newness when he was just 6 days old.

Boy oh Boy!!!

2010-03-04T01:05:00.000-08:00

Be on the lookout for more boys!!!

M.O.M. - I Always Have Clean Dishes

2010-03-01T22:19:00.000-08:00

Thank you Dish Washer.

Mine On Monday at LA Zoo

2010-02-15T22:28:00.000-08:00

How do you explain to your toddler what the meerkat looks like that he's supposed to be looking at?

Oh... he sees it.

The Trombone - Mine on Monday

2010-02-08T22:04:00.000-08:00

My son has been learning how to play the trombone this year. He faithfully practices - usually on the front porch, so I'm sure our neighbors have had a chance to hear him play as well. All of us, including the toddler in the house, can sing the tune of his counting exercise. i can't wait to hear the band in concert this spring.

M.O.M. - Favorite Monday Moment

2010-02-01T23:58:00.000-08:00

It's not a secret that I like to take pictures. An image brings back memories, sentiment, and emotion. But some moments are only captured in our hearts. My favorite moment on Monday was with my little girl. We were snuggled under my electric blanket and I had just finished listening to her sound out every word in her early reader. I gazed into her pretty blue eyes. I told her that I wanted to take her picture again because she is so beautiful to me. We tried to decide what kind of cake we should make for my birthday. Then started to plan the perfect birthday party for her (it's months away). She made a guest list, noted possible theme ideas. Truly there were visions of goodie bags, pinatas, & presents dancing in her wee little head.

Then she asked, "do you want to go to bed now or do you want to talk some more?"

We talked more. She did most of the talking. I enjoyed her expression and softness in her cozy pajamas.

Later she said, "See Mom. It's very fun to talk." And my heart took a picture.

I don't upload heart pictures to the blog, so I'll share one from the camera. It's her recent Kindergarten picture. She's five & a half and has her very first loose tooth.

Love you Little Girl-

M.O.M. - Boo

2010-01-26T13:32:00.000-08:00

M.O.M (aka Mine on Monday) post was forgotten. How do the Mondays keep poppin' up so fast? It's been rainy. I thought that would be great for his 2 year old birthday pics with his rain boots. Problem has been that the rain hasn't let up much and the skies have been VERY overcast. My Goose used to be excited to wear his "boo" (boots). When we were out in a muddy field tripping over stones and feeling the rain start pouring AGAIN, he didn't feel excited anymore. I was trying to keep my camera gear under my jacket while I scooped up a very wet and muddy toddler to stomp back to the car. That part wasn't so fun, nor was the clean up of cold wet child.

But when I open up my camera files and see him looking at me with those big blues and kissable lips, I wonder why we don't head out into the storms more often.

Twice the Fun

2010-01-18T15:20:00.000-08:00

My oldest and youngest share the same birthday. We've already enjoyed a slice of Oreo Ice Cream cake and look forward to Baby Einstein cake tonight.

Double Trouble - Mine Not on Monday - just couldn't wait

2010-01-14T16:21:00.000-08:00

Pregnancy has been hard on me from beginning to end with an occasional reprieve in the middle. Recovery from pregnancy has been tough on me too. I even wished that I could have twins to save a pregnancy. Instead I have children who are capable of getting into twice as much trouble. This little one turns TWO on Monday. Is it possible that one so adorable could make as many messes as I claim.

I do not wish to see terrible as the "Terrible Twos" claims. I hope to cherish his curiosity, determination, energy, and clever personality. In the meantime, who wants to help put his toys away, convince him to speak actual words, and chase him down the street - he just escaped AGAIN.

I love you Goose.

Snowflake Kisses

2010-01-12T08:07:00.001-08:00

White Cream - Mine on Monday

2010-01-11T02:00:00.000-08:00

Since my children are Californians and live without shoes or coats, it's an interesting experience when we travel to snowy country. How I WISH I had my camera on me when my toddler ran out in the snow barefoot, shirtless, with his buns peeking out from his sagging jeans. He was cruising to make it to the trampoline (which must have been frozen).

Instead we turn to snaps of my oldest hitting the slopes. He made a rather dramatic landing from his sled. None of my kids cared that there was no fresh powder - that all the locals weren't interested in sledding on rough and icy snow. But my kiddos had a ball.

Mine on Monday

2010-01-04T14:31:00.000-08:00

The point of me learning to use my camera was so that I would have images of my own children. I wore them out by summer last year with my photography challenges and practice sessions, so I moved on to nieces, nephews, and friends. While all photography is fun for me, it's my children's pictures that I hang on my own wall. So when I read about the idea to do a "Mine on Monday" post from Amanda Andrews' photography blog, it totally appeals to me and I want to give it a go.

This photo was from a little date I had with my daughter. I presented her with tickets to Disney on Ice World of Fantasy a couple days before Christmas. Tinkerbell and the Fairies were highlighted at the event. I think my little girl is the prettiest fairy.

Startin' off the New Year

2010-01-01T19:58:00.000-08:00

I met the family in the pouring rain to attempt family pics for Christmas cards. When the drops came to a mere drizzle, this young beauty and I ran out from under the pavilion to grab this shot. Totally worth it!!!!

Twist My Arm

2009-12-06T22:28:00.000-08:00

Perhaps it's not cool to pick favorites. I fall in love with many images for different reasons. But if somebody insisted that I picked a favorite photo from this past year. I'd pick this one:

I'm completely partial to it since he is my baby. He's adorable and there's just no way around that. I was shooting at a private location that I may never be able to access again. Besides, Goose paid a huge price for me to have this photo. When he decided he was done sitting, he climbed off. Problem was that he didn't stick the landing and his head continued to the concrete. There were scuff marks, tears, and the hugest goose egg.

As soon as I took this shot, I loved it. I never had it printed and I didn't put it on my blog for weeks. I had just switched from Elements 3 to Photoshop CS4 and was struggling with the edit. All the credit for the beautiful edit above goes to Lyndsay Stradtner of Life in Motion Photography. She knew exactly what to do to make it my favorite of 2009. I was star struck and so grateful when she offered to edit the original. It's printed on a standout mount in my family room now where it should be.

If I could pick a photographer to come to California and photograph my family, it would be her. I love her images and I love her blog. She is listed in my favorite photographer section at the bottom of my blog. I only realized today that I had her name spelled wrong. Nice. My face is flushed with embarrassment.

I'm a Fan

2009-12-03T10:12:00.000-08:00

I've been a huge fan of this family for years. They became one of our first friends when we moved into our first house. Their daughters were my first babysitters. My boys still request them. Now they are married and living out of state. It was an absolute joy to see them at Thanksgiving.

Fabulously Forty

2009-12-02T19:01:00.000-08:00

My friend called me last spring and asked if I'd take pictures for her. She had promised herself that she would get in front on the camera to capture the year she turned 40. She is fabulous. Her patented pink is an illustration of her vibrance. She is optimistic and always on the go. When we have a chance to visit, I'm always left with the feeling - why don't we do that more?? So enjoyable.

Time got away from us, but we recently got together. She convinced her family that they needed to join her so she'd have a keepsake of her family.

My Beautiful Bride

2009-11-02T20:44:00.000-08:00

My daughter wanted to be an angel for Halloween. I found a fancy white dress on ebay and continued to search for non-cheesy wings. I didn't have much luck. We then came up with the idea of being a bride for Halloween. So here's my very first bridal shoot. Enjoy!

Counting Days

2009-10-30T23:35:00.000-07:00

My friend looks fabulous at 35 weeks. If I had taken maternity portraits, I would have needed to do them at 25 weeks. After that, I'm more like a beluga whale. She graciously agreed to be our expectant model for a few of us in our little friend photography group.

I LOVE this one - both version.

Can't wait to meet your little beauty!!!!

Pretty in Purple

2009-09-30T00:37:00.000-07:00

I thought I had posted these already. This little lady is the sweetest thing. She loves to smile and giggle and just today she rested her head on my shoulder - melt my heart. The camera loves her!!!!

No More Pasty

2009-09-23T18:52:00.000-07:00

Since I usually enlist my kids or my extended family to be in front of my camera, my practice has been on blondies, reds, and sandies. Most of them with gorgeous blue eyes and a couple with rich chocolate eyes. But the skin tones have all been fair and pasty. So I was excited when my friend asked if I'd photograph her beautiful children before the oldest returns to school. Gorgeous dark hair and eyes and beautiful brown tones in the skin. She was mostly hoping to get THE Christmas photo, but many of my favorites were the silly ones.

Because

2009-09-17T13:42:00.000-07:00

While I'm adding random pics to the blog, I'll add this one. I love her new short hair, but lets just remember her beautiful long locks. I was in a complete creative slump and then I shot in jpeg instead of raw so this group of images was benched. I'll eventually find my way back to the files and love them because my sweet little girl is growing up so fast.

My Niece

2009-09-17T13:35:00.000-07:00

Beautiful red hair + will look at camera = happy photographer. I've got a bunch with her that I love, but only one that's ready to go.

Beach Photographer

2009-09-17T09:35:00.000-07:00

I always bring a camera to the beach. It's always an extra worry to keep the grit out and the bag from touching down. The kids like the waves and the sand digging. I like playing with my camera. In August I took the kids to the pier for a formal beach shoot. Have you seen any of those picture? um... no. I'm intimidated by the formality. Which is wierd because I like structure. I'm not saying that I didn't get any keepers. Totally did. I'm just more comfortable with these kind of images. I forced myself to shoot in manual all day in full sun. Most of the pictures are of the shore-dwellers since that's where I was with the camera. My wave dwellers have a harder time being featured because I don't have a long zoom and there were a bajillion people crowding my view.

Missing You

2009-09-16T14:57:00.000-07:00

My brother's family has officially moved back east. Makes seeing them all together that much sweeter.

2009-09-15T22:43:00.000-07:00

One day when I'm cool, I'll learn how to post in a timely manner. But this is my blog for my favorite pics, so these had to be added.

This sweetie is crawling all over the place now and showing her momma what needs to be child-proofed. The cradle was slept in by mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

Newborn & Grasshoppers

2009-08-14T08:23:00.000-07:00

Here's a few more of my friend's sweet baby. It's been six weeks since we got together so I'm sure he's changed so much already. I think I mentioned that this baby is their 7th. Her kids are a the most friendly and polite group I've ever met. The boys showed me their grasshopper collection. They live in a new development with lots of open fields. They decided to let them go because their fish tank was so full. Much to their mother's dismay they dumped them all out right by the back door to their home. Sure do hope these "pets" start hopping farther out into the fields. But enough about green jumpy things. Let's admire baby.

P.S. Never mind my ever changing watermark. I think I'll use this one for a while.

And Baby Makes Three

2009-08-05T00:10:00.000-07:00

My friend gave me a call while she was in town. She's been hoping to get a photo of their new family. Time was tight and baby arrived completely asleep, but ta-dah. We did it! I just love having young friends. Snuggling her baby just topped off my day.

Together

2009-08-03T19:10:00.000-07:00

Yes, I realized that I promised more of these two together. Only one for now.

Eight

2009-08-01T21:45:00.000-07:00

Happy Baptism Day!!! Love, Aunt Jennifer

The Mathematics

2009-07-31T16:14:00.000-07:00

It all starts with two who become one. You put in a little of him and a bit of her, some genuine unique streaks for each one. You tend and grow for 8 years and 9 months and you get this:

Cute, Corn, & Chapel

2009-07-30T01:26:00.000-07:00

This family I love is packed with personality. We threw this photo shoot together on a whim. So glad we did. I drove around until I found this corn field. Nice to know that it's just down the street from my mom's house. I love the Utah mountains.

Goldilocks

2009-07-28T14:39:00.000-07:00

Our little Goldilocks. Yes, another beautiful niece. She has FOUR brothers. She is smiley and sweet, but can hold her own with the bear cubs.

Here's Brother

2009-07-25T00:42:00.000-07:00

Gotta be quick with this character. He just oozes charm.

Another

2009-07-24T17:03:00.000-07:00

Coming up: her older brothers stops by to join her. When I asked him to hug her, her puts her in the neck grip instead.

Sweet!

2009-07-22T10:50:00.000-07:00

Better get used to seeing this face. I just looked through all my files and she doesn't take a bad picture. After dinner she and her family accompanied me to the park for "photography practice." We found this spot on a whim. I don't think I could have planned it more perfectly. It's so fun for me to have a blondie with BROWN eyes to photography. The blond is from my brother and the chocolate eyes comes from her mom.

Sew American

2009-07-20T18:26:00.000-07:00

My sister-in-law makes the most adorable outfits - always with a stunning headband and often with a cute bracelet to match. She made some when they went to Disneyland and I recently saw them all outfitted to go to Sea World. She has a knack for finding the perfect prints and coordinating ribbons. I don't sew, so I enjoy seeing all the creativity that comes from those who are so talented.

Dinner was being served, but my niece obliged to do a few twirls for my camera.

Seven is a Lucky Number

2009-07-15T15:21:00.000-07:00

My dear friend just had her 7th baby. Wouldn't you feel lucky if this little doll was in your family?

I felt lucky that I could leave Park City for the day and come play camera with baby and catch up with my friend. These fresh from heaven beauties are tricky to photograph. They don't really know where to focus and even the littlest clothes are too much for them. The little collar on this guy can cover his entire cheek.

Let Freedom Ring

2009-06-21T13:21:00.000-07:00

This little guy is full of independence. He did get a bit concerned when I placed him in a field of weeds and walked away so I could get a better camera angle.

2009-06-20T21:44:00.000-07:00

We have had weeks of overcast skies in Sunny California. So happy to find the glow breaking through those clouds.

Oh Beautiful

2009-06-19T01:45:00.000-07:00

This little star is becoming quite the model. She will look at the camera and even smile sometimes on cue. Some of my favorite captures, however, are ones just like this.

Too Cute to Tackle

2009-04-06T12:39:00.000-07:00

I never did get his picture in his Halloween costume - despite my best intentions. I figured that something was better than nothing, so I dressed him up and threw him in the back yard. I chased him around, but it wasn't until he started climbing on the basketball stand that I got what I was looking for. I guess what I've learned from chasing my own toddler around with a camera to my eye is to let them be the boss for a while. He was NOT going to pose out on the grass, nor was he going to sit by a goal post (which was my original idea). But I'm his mom and I think this is perfection - all the way down to the drool on his chin.

Color Wall

2009-04-05T23:20:00.000-07:00

When I drove by this wall, I knew I wanted to come back and get some color shots. James came along with a list of questions of how long it was going to take. I was hoping for more sunset lighting, but clouds had filled the sky. My next wish was not to get rained out.

I ran out of light much quicker, so kept my 85mm lens on. I had hoped to get a wider shot, but the other lens would want more light. Maybe another time.

I like bright, vivid color, so it's a challenge for me to try new things on my photos. One minute I think it's working and the next I think it looks ridiculous. The one below makes me see how soon I'm going to have a teenager. He looks WAY too grown up.

Ten Terrific Years

2009-03-12T23:11:00.000-07:00

Blondie

2009-03-09T22:56:00.000-07:00

I need to visit my family more often. Check out another adorable nephew. The blue eyes have got me in a trance.

Melt My Heart

2009-03-08T22:15:00.000-07:00

I've totally fallen for this little guy.

My Girl

2009-02-27T12:50:00.000-08:00

Apparently this WHOLE BLOG is dedicated to showing pictures of my daughter which is ironic since she is the LEAST willing to be in a shoot. Maybe I love the pics so much because I've worked SO HARD to steal them from her.

Sweetheart

2009-02-14T18:50:00.000-08:00

Ballerina Fairy

2009-01-12T00:36:00.000-08:00

Sweet Slumber

2009-01-04T00:31:00.000-08:00

Ready - Set - Runway

2008-12-30T20:54:00.000-08:00

Introducing Anna & Mindy

2008-12-29T12:39:00.000-08:00

What a way to spend a Saturday morning!!! Not only are they beautiful and photogenic, their beauty goes way beyond skin deep. It has been my pleasure to know these young women for over 8 years. Before these good friends go to their separate colleges, they wanted to get some pics together.

I've been photographing my own kids for too long. It was a dream to photograph someone who was willing to look at the camera AND follow simple directions.

Here are a few sneak peeks. I've been trying some new twists on my regular work flow. More to come.

So Santa

2008-12-15T16:22:00.000-08:00

Flower Girl

2008-11-11T23:11:00.000-08:00

Too Cute To Spook

2008-10-31T22:45:00.000-07:00

Check Me Out

2008-10-19T21:05:00.000-07:00

Anticipated

2008-09-21T22:55:00.000-07:00

Crowned

2008-09-21T22:42:00.000-07:00

My Swan

2008-07-26T23:38:00.000-07:00

Cutest

2008-07-19T11:56:00.001-07:00

Move Over Gerber Baby

2008-07-19T11:55:00.001-07:00

My Beautiful Niece

2008-07-14T23:10:00.000-07:00

My sweet niece loved being in front of the camera. Obviously the camera loves her & I do too. Thanks for being such a willing model.

All Boy

2008-07-14T23:04:00.001-07:00

Tutu

2008-06-20T15:48:00.000-07:00

Pretty Ballerina

2008-06-19T11:07:00.000-07:00

Workshop Models

2008-06-10T22:57:00.000-07:00

I took my first photography workshop in SLC by two of my favorite photographers, Amanda & Holly. I felt like I was finally acquainted with my camera and I'd just started shooting in manual mode. I really wanted a jump start, so when they offered the Picture Life Workshop I couldn't stop thinking about it. It was in Utah the same weekend as my mom's birthday. I had double motive to get there. I worried about the cost. I worried about ditching Jon with the other 3 kids. I worried about ditching my nursing baby all day and learning how to use that nice pump I was given. I couldn't sleep at night. I hadn't wanted something this big for myself in a long time. It really meant so much to me to go and entertain a personal passion of mine.

I learn so much from observation. It was so helpful for me to watch them shoot. I loved watching them edit in photoshop. I loved feeling inspired. They had us get out there a get some hands on practice also. It's intimidating to be starting out and so clueless and overwhelmed all at the same time.

I have a Nikon D50. They don't even sell them anymore. It's an entry-level SLR camera. I only have a kit lense that I've come to despise and the 50 mm 1.8 lense. I edit in Photoshop Elements 4, but have found some plug ins to simulate curves. I've gotta start with what I've got and when I know my stuff, I'll be able to justify the expense of the nicer equipment. If a photographer is actually inside of a person and not inside a shutter box, than let's see what I can pull off.

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