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I added an index to my site so it will be a bit easier to navigate. I broke all the posts up into categories. This is definitely a work in progress but it’s a start!
To see the new index, click here!
I’ve seen a lot of gritty-looking portraits and I like them. However, a lot of them are… well… a little on the ugly side. I mean, that’s usually the point. 
A lot of times, the subject is staring into the camera with a sad or a mean expression. I wanted to experiment with something different – instead of gritty-ugly, I wanted gritty-pretty!
VIPs, log in for a gallery of images and a making-of video where I talk about how I set up the shoot, how I edited the photos to get that gritty look, and the challenges I came across!
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A lot of viewers ask me about making portrait clients more comfortable in front of the camera. Many people (especially women!) are uncomfortable with certain parts of their body, especially when doing more risque photos. Wardrobe choices can make a big difference in how a client feels during a shoot and also about the finished product! In this video, I talk about wardrobe options that can help. I include photo examples from a self portrait shoot I did.
VIPs, log in and skip down to your section for a gallery of the images and an EXCLUSIVE VIP-version of the video, with behind-the-scenes info!
I had an action-packed weekend at the Grand Canyon! I hiked, took tons of photos and even fit in a photo shoot in the woods! It was sunrise and the light filtering through the trees made the look so surreal! I edited all the photos in Snapseed on my iPad because I knew the filters there would enhance that fantasy-like look. Here’s a peek…
For my VIPs, I have a sizable gallery for you, plus a video providing you with some behind-the scenes info, like camera details and posing tricks!
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I did a photo shoot with some of my favorite things last week. This week, I was thinking that I didn’t spend enough time on my VERY favorite things – my cameras! So here’s what I came up with the second time around…
A little bit 1970s librarian, I think!
VIPs, log in for the full gallery and a video explaining the details of the shoot, including camera, lighting, and styling!
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Adding personal touches like objects or locations to a portrait shoot is an easy way to liven up an image. I did a photo shoot with some of my favorite things, made a VIP-only video explaining that shoot, and made a video for everyone on making portraits better!
I love shoes!
Take a look at how I incorporate personal touches in portraits…
VIPs, remember to log in for a gallery of portraits and a making-of-the-shoot video, where I discuss the details of how I set up, illuminated and executed each shot!
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I’m always experimenting with new techniques and new setups. I decided to share this one! It was inspired by the no-makeup photos I’ve seen of celebrities in magazines.
VIPs get a gallery of images and a video explaining the details of the shoot! Here’s a sample for everyone though…
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As promised, here’s Part 2 of my experimental photo shoot! I edited all of the images in SnapSeed. I’m digging SnapSeed. The filters were especially good for this shoot… a little gritty, definitely edgy!
VIPs, log in for your gallery of images!
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You know I love a good DEATHMATCH! In this match, I refereed the Nikon D3100 versus the Canon Rebel T3i.
I’ve been itching to experiment with interesting shadow looks for a while now. So, I set out to create an edgy look… with a little bit of seduction, of course!
Here’s a sample image I processed in SnapSeed…
VIPs, you have Part 1 now – a gallery of images that I edited in Aperture – and a video explaining the hows and whys of the shoot, including the settings that I used. A gallery with Part 2 of the images will be available later this week!
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Check out my review of the Canon Rebel T3i here !!
Here are some resized, but unedited sample images taken using the T3i… Full-sized samples and raw images coming soon!
Pic #1 RAW image download… right-click here to save the file to you computer
SnapChick VIPs! Enjoy the full set of RAW images for download!
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In my research for the Nikon D3100 versus Canon T3i DEATHMATCH, I did a three-part photo shoot. The first part was me in the studio, the second part was me outside, and the third part was on a tripod, photographing Legos!
The DEATHMATCH video isn’t ready for viewing yet, but I’ve compiled a few photos from the T3i as a preview. For the VIPs, I’ve included a gallery of 15 images! These images are unedited so be kind! 
I’ll be posting a few of the full-sized versions when I post the DEATHMATCH for all you pixel-peepers out there…
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Some newer DSLRs allow you to customize the monochrome settings, from adjusting contrast and brightness to adding colored filters. In this VIP-exclusive video, I show you how to find and use the monochrome settings in the Nikon D3100. I show you examples of black and white photos in the video. I also included the images in a gallery!
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