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Portraits on White

Over the last few weeks I have been doing a lot of “On White” type work. Last week was Free Portrait at The Lunch Cafe, thank you to everyone who made it out. If you missed it, don’t worry, I will … Continue reading

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Follow Up: Outdoor Photography 101 Part 2

Sorry about the delay in getting a recap of last weeks Outdoor Photography 101 event at the Highland Recreation Area. I have to start with thanking Alison of the Michigan DNR for allowing me the opportunity to continue participating in … Continue reading

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Outdoor Photography 101 Part 2

I have the honor of once again being part of the Michigan DNR’s Recreation 101 program. This time at the beautiful Highland Recreation Area in White Lake. I will be handling this one a little different from the last. Less … Continue reading

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Follow Up: Outdoor Photography 101

I survived Recreation 101: Intro to Summer! Wish I would have thought about printing that on a shirt before the event. Being this was first event of this kind that I’ve ever been apart of, I wasn’t certain on what … Continue reading

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How I Shot: My Wife

I recently finished taking the pregnant belly photos of my wife, and I thought it would be a good post to show you a simple lighting setup. I’ll start with an equipment / settings list: A. LumoPro 160 Flash Unit … Continue reading

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Outdoor Photography 101

I was asked to teach an outdoor photography class by Maia of the Michigan DNR. After the initial panic of what could I possibly teach someone wore off, I realized what a great opportunity this is. It was a contributing … Continue reading