Week 32 {Birmingham Maternity Photographer}August 26th, 2010If you’re a little behind, I’m in the middle of a maternity series with my sister-in-law, Ashley. Week 19 is here and Week 25 is here. I thought I would try a little domestic theme for this time around. So far, these are my favorite from the series! Enjoy! |
Enjoy!
Ali & Jason {Birmingham AL Wedding Photography}August 23rd, 2010Ever been to a wedding and thought, “This is so them.”? That’s exactly what Ali & Jason’s wedding was like. So them! From the intimate ceremony, to the fabulous birdcage veil Ali wore to the delicious dinner served at their The Club reception along with ending the night with celebratory cigars. I met Ali through [...] |
Another from this weekend…August 19th, 2010 |
A FavoriteAugust 15th, 2010from last night. |
Birmingham Baby PhotographyAugust 11th, 2010Claire is 3 months old! I can’t believe it. You can see her birth story here and her newborn session here. Claire’s mom wanted to go with a more modern theme, so off to the loft district we went! Big, big thank you to Alfred & Kelly for letting us use their incredible home. The [...] |
The next 2 are my favorites from the day.
Well saidAugust 9th, 2010I am an enormous John Mayer fan. If you know me, then this is not groundbreaking news. He occupies about 8 of the 10 CD spots allotted in my car and is my lone bumper sticker. I remember hearing him for the very first time. I was in the car with Kent, both of us [...] |
A: I was thinking about this on the plane to New Zealand. I’d like to be hired to shoot someone for a magazine photo spread. No assistants, no lighting, just me, the subject and a couple of cameras. I love the William Claxton/Barry Feinstein black and white thing. I think photography has gotten to such an equalized place in terms of image quality that it’s really all about who you got doing what, not that you got a well exposed and composed image of it. (Although it helps.)
His answer is so refreshing and challenging for me.
Refreshing because: At the end of the day (a phrase I loathe), it’s all about what that photographer is gonna bring to the table. Though, I’m not 100% with him when it comes to proper exposure and composition, I get what he’s saying. I do believe a photographer should understand the inter-workings of a camera and how to use it to their advantage.
Challenging because: I should be pushing myself with my equipment resources no matter how expensive or inexpensive they may be. Be content. Create no matter what. This can pose a challenge because of the constant push for faster glass, the bigger, better camera. Getting back to basics is a creative goal. I’m not there, but will continue to strive for it.
Kent asked me yesterday if I could photograph anyone in the world who would it be. I got “John Ma” out of my mouth, and he said, “Besides John Mayer”. I’d always imagined asking him if I could take his picture before asking for an autograph or anything. But, in terms of just a subject and just me with my camera, I came up with a 2nd answer. I would’ve loved the opportunity to photograph both of my grandfathers.
*Written while listening to Tracing
Birmingham Baby PhotographyAugust 7th, 2010A little glimpse from today… |
Birmingham Portrait PhotographyAugust 6th, 2010This is my friend Jennifer. She is a wonderful photographer. We’ve been wanting to get together and have a little shoot out for awhile. So, we gathered our chairs, equipment and sweat rags and made our way out in the Alabama heat. Since both of us tend to stay behind the camera, being in front [...] |
You can check out all of Jennifer’s lovely work here.
Here is what I shot.
Birmingham Alabama Senior PortraitsAugust 3rd, 2010Meet Heather. Isn’t she beautiful? This Fall, she will be a senior and she’s kicking it off with a rockin’ senior session. I’ve known Heather since she was about 5 years old. I know, I’m old. Heather, have a fabulous senior year. I had so much fun with you! |
Heather, have a fabulous senior year. I had so much fun with you!
