One of the biggest mistakes I’ve made as a growing photographer is following other photographers’ lead without asking myself whether or not it fits with me, my vision, and my business. I’d see other photographers doing fun/quirky/unique poses or stylizing details in creative ways, and I’d blindly imitate them without pausing to think over whether…
One thing I noticed right from the first wedding I shot by myself is that trying to prep everything the morning of leads to feeling utterly out of control for the rest of the day. I have no idea why, but any time I leave clearing cards and charging batteries until late the night before…
Sooner or later, unless you live in the country and never ever venture into anywhere humans congregate, every photographer is faced with the challenge of shooting in an area where there are a TON of people around. This sort of situation used to make me sweat profusely because I had no idea how to handle…
Firstly, I recognize that this may be one of the most boring blog posts ever. I’m just REALLY excited about my new organization! Secondly, thanks for excusing the late publishing time. I spent approximately 75 minutes on the Marine Corps Marathon site at noon hitting “refresh” like a crazy person, trying to get my dad…
The idea for this entire shebang came as a result of a push. A push from where? you may ask. A push from the greatest and most heartfelt of pushers, Mary Marantz. We first talked about it at dinner after Matt and I’d anniversary shoot in New York City, and then she pushed me (along…
