I had the pleasure of working with a charming brother and sister last week. They have had professional portraits done annually for a number of years, but this was my first opportunity to work with them. They were wonderful kids and I think their personalities really shine through in the photos. Here are a few […]
“Kids Being Kids” Photography Contest Winner Announced
I recently held a photography portrait contest for kids ages 1-6 called “Kids Being Kids”. I received dozens of nominations over the course of three weeks. Selecting a single winner was an impossible decision so, instead, two finalists were selected to receive a free sitting. Between the two portraits sessions, I shot over 900 images! […]
Difference Between Snapshots and Portraits – Focus and Depth of Field (Part 2 of 5)
This is the second installment of my five part discussion on the differences between snapshots and portraits. Differences Between Snapshots and Portraits 1. Light and Exposure 2. Focus and Depth of Field 3. Texture 4. Composition 5. Color Why’s everything so blurry? If you don’t know why focus is so important, you are likely used […]
Patty and Darrick Wedding Photography
I recently posted a couple of photos from Patty and Darrick’s engagement session. I can’t believe it, but their wedding has now come and gone! They did an excellent job planning the outdoor event and everything was beautiful. There’s nothing quite like shooting a Michigan wedding portraits on a sunny first day of summer. I […]