I created this “group photo” of the cast of the dinner theater play “Deliver Us From Mama” at the request of director Amber Norman McPherson. It shows all 30 characters played by 11 cast members by combining them in a composite of several carefully choreographed different photos of various groupings following costume changes.
I did a photo shoot today with one of my favorite new faces, Greta, a model from Huntsville. Just 21 years old, she embodies youth and style. We first collaborated last spring, and it’s so nice connecting with her yet again.
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I finally arranged a photoshoot with a lovely new model who has moved to my area, Amanda.
She and her son moved here from New York City, where she was an artist and fine-art model. Before I had taken a single frame, I knew I’d want to get her in front of my camera as often as possible.
I’ve been contemplating the type of images I want to shoot in 2020. I’m always thinking of what I can do to stretch my creative boundaries and test new waters.
The new year marks the 30th anniversary of my career as a professional photographer. I’ve shot mind-boggling quantities of film and files, now photographing the grandchildren of the first high school seniors I had photo sessions with at the start. My own child is a high school senior rounding third base and headed for her final semester before college. Where does the time go?!
As I have previously explained, while I still do portraiture, my main focus now is commercial photography (capturing products for websites, brochures, etc.), photojournalism (photographing events and portraits of featured personalities), and producing editorial-type content for subscriber websites like Patreon and OnlyFans.
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Alabama model portfoliosOne last look back at the 2010s as I touch on some of the highlights of a decade of photographing people.
I mostly photographed products for the last 5 years, but I have not included any of that content simply because it would be too huge of a blog.
What you see below are some of the best and notable photography I did between 2010 and 2019. I have inevitably left out a lot that could be included here.
I don’t have time to do a more comprehensive review (I could spend my whole Sunday doing this, but nah). I did fewer model portfolios and editorial assignments than the previous decade.
I get asked this question over and over again, so I thought I would simply put it in a blog so I can refer people to it.
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A portrait photoshoot consists of far more than simply pushing a button.
When done properly, great and telling questions are asked during the pre-shoot consultation to guide creative choices when the camera is actually applied.
When I reflect on the 2010s, I recall a decade of feeling helpless in the face of tragedy and reacting with anger and determination to regain some control.
Face it, the 2010s sucked. But especially sucked for me in particular.
I just finished “The Rise of Skywalker” and the little boy who fell in love with these movies 42 years ago is happy with the way it ended.
No spoilers, except to say that some characters don’t make it, and there’s a major plot twist. Duh.
Maybe you should stop reading if you want to go into it with your own fresh take.
Press releases exist because you want coverage from news sources that can equate to thousands of dollars in media attention that you’d otherwise have to pay for in the form of advertising.
Because I now earn a portion of my living from gathering and curating the news in my community, I encourage everyone to subscribe to and buy ad spots that keep the lights on and the printing press rolling.
Take this blog as my suggestion of ways to supplement your paid advertising with pitching content of newsworthy value to earn that free space or air-time.
Reporters and editors always look for great stories to tell. Emphasis on the word “great” so we typically have enough discretion to ignore a story pitch if it lacks news value on its face.
Additionally, coverage increases visibility that builds authority and credibility, positioning you as an expert source in your lane. A well-told story from an efficiently delivered pitch creates loyalty and trust with both your current and prospective customers/stakeholders that translates into lasting relationships
Read on for tips that will help your organization thrive from news coverage.
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