Blair Nichole Photography

Night Photography

2009-11-04T09:41:00.003-05:00

So late last night, Marcee and I had the urge to take some night shots. We previously did night photography in spring quarter. It was soooo much fun, and Marcee knew of this really cool antebellum house out in Bostwick. So we drove out to the middle of nowwhere at like 10:30pm and took some really cool shots. We're hoping that it might work for our fill flash. So I'm hoping to put some on flickr as soon as I can edit them!!

Photojournalism Contest

2009-11-04T09:37:00.002-05:00

So the National Press Photographers Association is doing a clip contest. Check it out, the categories are Sports, News, Single Feature and Multiple Picture Story. It sounds like fun, the only downfall is you have a be a member and it's an awarded points program. So if you get the most points, you get photographer of the year. That would be an honor!

Feature

2009-11-04T07:56:00.004-05:00

So it's feature time, and Ms. Finch picked my feature yesterday. I'm not particular to it, but I plan on doing it as one of my re-dos for her.

Rome

2009-11-03T20:29:00.002-05:00

So I'm a romantic at heart and wanted to share this gallery from Rome with you. Check it out at National Geographic.

Cool Space Shot

2009-11-03T20:14:00.000-05:00

October 28, 2009--A cone of moisture surrounds part of NASA's Ares I-X rocket during its suborbital flight over Florida's Kennedy Space Center. Shortly after launch the rocket was traveling at more than four times the speed of sound.

The six-minute, U.S. $450-million test flight was designed to help NASA refine its plans for Ares I, the next-generation rocket that -- combined with the Orion crew capsule -- is slated to replace the aging space shuttle as the country's primary means of ferrying humans and cargo into space.

Artist Feature: David Ward

2009-11-03T20:04:00.002-05:00

Do you like landscapes? Maybe cool waterfalls? Check out David Ward. He's a British Photographer who specializes in landscape photography and has some breathtaking photos.

Artist Feature: Lucian Read

2009-11-03T19:56:00.002-05:00

Lucian Read is an amazing photojournalist who has been documenting the war in Iraq. He has some really powerful images and some great video montages that he's put together. Check him out.

Holy Fox!

2009-11-02T23:20:00.003-05:00

Can you say WOWZERS! This chick Stephanie Valentin completely drew from scratch this picture of Megan Fox. From the looks of it, it might help with some burning and dodging to pinpoint the places that will look more realistic. Check it out...

The Lomo Effect

2009-11-02T23:12:00.002-05:00

So tutvid has a new video on how to create a Lomo Effect, which is a really contrasty image with a unique twist. Check it out.

To do list

2009-11-02T23:06:00.000-05:00

So tomorrow I need to:

1. Pick my feature.
2. Help with the set.
3. Pay rent!!!
4. Check on loan check. Haha.
5. Shoot shoot shoot!!

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Remove Braces

2009-11-02T22:55:00.002-05:00

So here's a tutorial on how to remove braces. How freakin' awesome. I always have people ask at the Portrait Studio if we do editing and remove braces, and unfortunately we dont, but i've always wondered how. Hmm...now I know!!

More Eyelashes!!!!

2009-11-01T23:57:00.001-05:00

Yes! I can finally add eyelashes to myself in my pictures because I rub my eyes so much, I have none. :(

Check it out....

Monday = Least Productive Day of the Year

2009-11-01T23:45:00.005-05:00

So this past monday was considered the least productive day of the year according to the study revealed by Promotur, a British Company who surveyed 2,000 workers. The survey also stated it was due to the weather change, which causes mood changes. It was a very interesting article and explained why I was a little groggy and just not in the mood to do anything last Monday...ok really, it's every Monday, but still. Check out the article, and tell me whatcha think.

News about Obama

2009-11-01T10:25:00.002-05:00

So when Obama lifted the ban of photographing deceased soldiers returning home from Iraq, he made it accesible for photographers to document this. Well a few nights ago, Obama took a midnight flight to welcome home a soldier and pay his respects. Well, a photographer captured this moment, and there's an artice that follows the news. Check it out here.

Atlanta Celebrates Photography

2009-11-01T10:00:00.004-05:00

So how awesome is Atlanta? Well, we're featured in PDN in the actual magazine. Check out the article here.

Phase One Releases Capture One 5 PRO

2009-10-28T12:29:00.001-04:00

Capture One 5 PRO is the RAW converter and workflow application with the broadest tethered shooting support, not only for Phase One digital backs, but also for DSLRs from Canon and Nikon. This version adds support for additional DSLR models and RAW file support for selected Leaf digital backs.

Yeah, Check out more information here.

Mac On Campus

2009-10-28T12:02:00.002-04:00

So we had mac on campus today, and I can say that I was kind of disappointed. It was just as informative as last year, but it wasn't as interactive. Which is what I was looking forward to. And...I think their prices have been reduced since last year which is good, but still much more than I'm willing to pay. Hmm...maybe I'll strike it rich and marry a very wealthy man.

Fill Flash Article

2009-10-27T18:43:00.001-04:00

So I found a fill flash article by Les Voorhis from Profotos. It's talking about how he uses fill flash. Read the article here.

Productive Day

2009-10-27T18:34:00.002-04:00

So I got all of my to-do list done today. I'm so excited. I printed large 13x19 prints for Leslie, one of the lower quarter students as a thank you for letting me take pictures of her son, Alonzo. I'm looking forward to tomorrow in Photojournalism, because I'm learning fill flash.

Want Awesome Eyes in Photoshop?

2009-10-27T13:25:00.001-04:00

So here's a youtube video on another way to really pop the eyes in portraits. Mr. Jones showed us how to burn and dodge the eyes and use clipping masks, but this one shows you how to just burn and dodge and then make a new pupil. It's definitely time worthy. Enjoy.

To Do List

2009-10-26T23:56:00.000-04:00

So my to do list for tomorrow consists of:

Attending school to help with the construction of our holiday portrait set. By the way check it out, here.
Have Mrs.Harkins check out my low-key assignment.
Print my low-key assignment.
Blog some more. :)
Maybe cook a little dinner for the lovey.

Hmm...that's all I can think of for now.

Feature Artist: Jerry Uelsmann

2009-10-26T23:41:00.000-04:00

So Jerry Uelsmann is one of my all-time favorite photographers. He does what many of us do today in photoshop with composites, he does completely in the darkroom. He will cut up his negatives to piece them together to create a masterpiece which looks very unreal. Check it out.

Free Webinar This Wednesday For NPPA Members

2009-10-26T23:12:00.002-04:00

So I found this article on National Press Photographers Association's Website. And I even added it to an RSS feed like Mr. Jones had talked about in class. So the article talks about a series of 5 webinars that focus on the knowledge and tools visual journalists need today to succeed in the online photography business. So check out the article here. And now I'm seriously thinking about joining.

Virtual Weight Loss in 5 Minutes or Less

2009-10-24T22:05:00.009-04:00

So I found this great tutorial in photoshop. I'm kinda eager to try it. Maybe I'll take a picture of myself first.... :)

Irving Penn dies at 92

2009-10-21T19:30:00.006-04:00

Irving Penn, one of the 20th century’s most prolific and influential photographers of fashion and the famous, whose signature blend of classical elegance and cool minimalism was recognizable to magazine readers and museumgoers worldwide, died on October 8 at his home in Manhattan. He was 92.

Follow this link to the New York Times to read more. Also, here's a video article, in which this was my first viewing.

Here's a link to the video here.

Renee Cox

2009-10-21T11:12:00.002-04:00

Here's a show from Atlanta Celebrates Photography from Renee Cox, who is a New York-based artist, that is widely acclaimed for her photographic series that provoke, question, and challenge the multi-layered impact of sexism and racial prejudice. Check out the exhibit. Visit the events page atAtlanta Celebrates Photography to get more information.

Weburbanist

2009-10-21T11:01:00.001-04:00

Check out Weburbanist. It's a great website. It has many great photographs from all over the world, different places, and it's also educational. They also have great articles on photography.

Walter Astrada

2009-10-21T10:48:00.003-04:00

In the spirit of photojournalism today, I found this incredbile photographer. His name is Walter Astrada, and it's definitely inspiring. Check out his bio and some of his incredible photographs.

Canon Intros EOS 1D Mark IV DSLR with HD Shooting, Extreme ISO Capabilities, and Revamped Autofocus System

2009-10-20T22:57:00.001-04:00

I just found this article today while looking on pdn's website!!!! yay!!!

Oct 19, 2009
By Dan Havlik, PDN's Technology Specialist

Canon introduced a new flagship digital SLR for sports photography this morning, the 10 frames per second, 16MP EOS 1D Mark IV. The 1D Mark IV will sell for $4,999 body only and ship to U.S. dealers in late December.

The new DSLR, which features a revamped autofocus system and HD shooting capabilities, is the replacement for the 10MP 1D Mark III.

Though it's been over two years since the Mark III camera out, little has changed superficially with the new Mark IV model. The two cameras look almost exactly alike though the new 1D Mark IV has three dots below the EOS-1 logo to identify the microphone.

Yes, that monaural microphone is there to support the Mark IV's new High Definition movie mode which is very similar to the video capabilities of the recently announced Canon EOS 7D.

Like the 7D, the 1D Mark IV can shoot 1080p video in frame rates of approximately 30fps, 25fps, and 24fps. It can also record 720p HD video at 60fps and features a stereo mic jack.

Along with sharing the same 10fps still shooting speed of the Mark III, the new Mark IV's sensor is also a non-full-frame APS-H (27.9 x 18.6mm) size with a magnification factor or 1.3x.

To find out more check out this Photo District News Online.

Low Key

2009-10-20T22:41:00.002-04:00

So we shot low key today. And thanks soooo much to one of lower quarter's son's Alonzo, I had a successful shoot today. And so for my shoot, I wanted very dramatic lighting, mainly to show off his incredible muscles. And bless his heart, he was very comfortable in front of many girls. Here's just one of my pictures. Click on my picture to take you to some more examples.

2009-10-20T07:29:00.001-04:00

So I wanna know how the weather decides to be sunny when I have to be cooped up inside and rainy when I am able to go outside and shoot. It's not fair.

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Low key

2009-10-19T23:05:00.001-04:00

So I'm really struggling to find a subject for my low key assignment. I'm kinda worried about tomorrow. I'm hoping one of my friends will come thru.

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Ross Knight Photography

2009-10-18T12:07:00.002-04:00

So I was at work today trying to get some inspiration and came across Ross Knight. He's got a very cool style. Check him out!

Photoshop Teacher!!

2009-10-17T23:05:00.002-04:00

I feel like an awesome teacher. Thanks Mr. Jones for teaching me my photoshop skills so I can teach my friend Sophia. I used to work with Sophia at Portrait Innovations and we've both bounced creative ideas back and forth. She's great to work with and wonderful with kids. Hopefully soon we'll be converging with Marcee as well and create our own little business on the side. :)

Flickr

2009-10-14T22:36:00.001-04:00

My New Flickr account...yay!

Face a Face Exhibit

2009-10-14T12:30:00.002-04:00

So here's a little about the Face a Face Exhibit, I'm thinking about checking this out if anyone would like to go with me. It's on exhibit from October 1 - November 6. I think it would be a good show to see and might be inspiring to some!

The Opal Gallery and AKA Photo Project, a new initiative to showcase talented amateur photographers, announce the exhibit Face à Face at Opal Gallery. Curated by Etienne Abobi, founder and managing director of AKA Photo Project, Face à Face will unveil thirty-seven images that provide perspectives of places and faces in and around Atlanta through the eyes - and lens - of the French.

AKA Photo Project promotes emerging and amateur photographers, with a twist: The "AKA" implies that these photographers are "accidental artists,” people who are not artists by profession, but who pursue photography as a passion... and happen to be quite good at it.

www.akaphotoproject.com

*Face à Face is supported by The Consulate General of France, Opal Gallery and Artifacts, Inc.

Canon's New 7D

2009-10-14T10:16:00.005-04:00

A Whole New Class of EOS.
With a host of brand new features designed to enhance every facet of the photographic process, from still images to video, the new EOS 7D represents a whole new class of camera.

Made to be the tool of choice for serious photographers and semi-professionals, the EOS 7D features an all-new 18.0 Megapixel APS-C size CMOS sensor and Dual DIGIC 4 Image Processors, capturing tremendous images at up to ISO 12800 and speeds of up to 8 fps. The EOS 7D has a new all cross-type 19-point AF system with improved AI Servo II AF subject tracking and user-selectable AF area selection modes for sharp focus no matter the situation. The EOS 7D's Intelligent Viewfinder, an entirely newly-designed technology, provides 100% coverage and displays user-selected AF modes as well as a spot metering circle and on demand grid lines. New iFCL Metering with 63-zone dual-layer metering system uses both focus and color information to provide accurate exposure even in difficult lighting. The EOS 7D also captures Full HD video at 30p (29.97 fps), 24p (23.976 fps) and 25p with an array of manual controls, including manual exposure during movie shooting and ISO speed selection. The EOS 7D features a magnesium alloy body that is dust- and weather-resistant and shutter durability of up to 150,000 cycles. Compatible with over 60 EF and EF-S lenses as well as with EOS System accessories, the creative opportunities - not just with stills but also with video - are beyond amazement. Check out Canon's website to find out more features.

To find out more specifications, visit Canon's website here.

Check This out!

2009-10-14T08:04:00.009-04:00

Ok so I have a friend that recently used this company, Nations Photo Lab, to order some prints that she had taken in her studio. She was telling me how the prices were inexpensive and you can create custom packages for customers. I thought I would post this in case anyone was interested in doing their own portrait stuff on the side to make a little extra money. The program they offer is completely free and easy to use. They also offer free shipping on orders of $50 or more, so see what you think!

Sports Photos

2009-10-13T23:32:00.001-04:00

Here's the sports photo that I turned in for Mrs. Finch:

It was the only one that was anything close to sharp. It was a lot of fun to shoot and I think I might do more sports photography. I guess that comes from my competitive softball side...

If you want to check out more from the shoot, click here.

Finally...

2009-10-13T16:42:00.007-04:00

Ok, so after a little bit of waiting for my child Dylan to arrive, I got some really cute shots...

Click on my picture to check out more of my pictures.

I had great help today from Marcee and Claudia. And I helped Jayne with her little boy. He was the cutest ever! And for Aiden to only be 15 months, he rocked!

Waiting...

2009-10-13T12:37:00.001-04:00

So I'm trying to shoot for my children portraits today and my child isn't here yet. I'm anticipating the shoot and I hope it goes well.

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Inexpensive Light Kits

2009-10-12T22:24:00.002-04:00

So Marcee got a new light kit from showcase, so I decided to go online and take a look at what they have. And for $499, she got two strobe lights, two softboxes, a carrying bag, two sync cords, and two umbrellas.

So we're going to go play with the new light kit!!! Yay.

Get ready for some FOOTBALL!!!

2009-10-08T18:39:00.002-04:00

So marcee and I are on our way to shoot the Collins Hill High school's football team. So I will upload some pictures when we get back...stay tuned.

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Starting off...

2009-10-03T20:43:00.001-04:00

So here is my first post. Yay! And I also found out that I have the flu today. Not so yay.