New York State of Mind

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This image was taken at my workshop in New York last year with the beautiful Megan Ward.  We were about 2 blocks from Times Square and found this construction site set up in the middle of the street.  So using some remote video lighting we simply started shooting while getting honked at, the models were getting cat-called, cars were almost crashing....etc.  Just a normal workshop with me!  Can't wait to get back there!

Camera settings: Nikon D800, 1/60 sec at f/4.5, 16mm at ISO 1600, flash fired.  Taken at 9:07pm.

First Dance at the Moundsville State Penitentiary

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This image was taken at my real wedding workshop for Ryan and Janette at the Moundsville State Penitentiary.  It was an amazing wedding workshop where we shot their wedding while I brought photographers who could learn and build their portfolios...at a real wedding!

During the first dance they unleashed a cloud of fog which made it beautiful.  Congrats to Ryan and Janette! We are currently working on finalizing more real wedding workshops for this year and next.

Camera settings: Nikon D800, 1/200 sec at f/7.1, 19mm at ISO 1000, flash fired.  Taken at 7:14pm.

How Did You Get That Shot?

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I get asked a lot how I take my shots....what equipment I use, where I place it etc.  This is a production image and finished image placed side by side to show you exactly what I did to capture this image.  As listed on the photo I used 4 Rotolights (favorite lights ever), 4 MeFoto tripods for my lightstands, 2 Pocket Wizards and my Nikon SB910 Speedlight for backlighting (off camera) flash.

I hope this helps!  As you can see in the picture we go to insane places and do REAL shoots at my workshops which are done all over the U.S.  I'd love to see you at one soon!!

Using MeFoto Tripods as Light Stands

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This production image was taken at my Miami workshop in May of this year....

Earlier this year at WPPI I bought 4 new Rotolights that I love.  After buying them I asked myself, "How in the world am I going to use these when I'm shooting solo?"  I HATE using lightstands because they just don't work (for me) since I travel so much.  It seems that if I use one that's light enough to take "on the go" it's too flimsy.  If I take one that's very durable and steady, it's WAY too heavy.  So what did I do?

The hot new item at WPPI were the MeFoto tripods made by Benro.  I already own a Benro carbon fiber tripod and LOVE it.  So I felt comfortable buying the MeFoto's and using them as lightstands.  My friends laughed at me at the time for buying 4 of them, but I am SO GLAD I did.

Since WPPI 2013 I've taken the MeFoto's with me to Miami, West Virginia, Montana, New Hampshire, Maine, Massachusetts, and all over California.  The combination of the MeFoto's with my Rotolights or an off camera flash with a Pocket Wizard just can't be beat.  

Using Off Camera Flash during the daytime to create awesome drama

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FYI: This image is not HDR.  This is what happens when you expose for the background and use flash to light your subject.  This image was taken at my workshop in Miami in May.  Using my Pocket Wizards I fired my flash off camera which enabled me to set a different exposure level for my overall image.  A great way to create dramatic contrast in your images!

Next Workshops:

*Online Webinar- How to create your own website for $25/year- next 2 Thursdays

*Estes, Colorado 2 day workshop- July 23, 24

East Coast Workshop Series- August 12-30, Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee, West Virginia, Washington DC

Camera settings: Nikon D800, 1/250 sec at f/4.0, 18mm at ISO 50, flash fired.  Taken at 4:23pm.

The Ticket Taker at the Warner Theater in Morgantown, WV

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This image was taken at the old Warner Theater in Morgantown, WV for my workshop there in April.  We did a pin up style shoot, found some old ticket stubs, and put the beautiful Jennifer Blosser behind the counter. I wanted her to have a look like you'd see on someone's face who was bored of working at her job....and I believe she pulled it off.  Fun times!

Camera settings: Nikon D800, 1/60 sec at f/4.0, 35mm at ISO 4000, flash did not fire.  Taken at 4:34pm.

Hollywood Starlet in Morgantown Warner Theater

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This image was taken at my workshop in Morgantown, WV of the beautiful Megan Ward.  We had the privilege of shooting inside the theater that is no longer in use, and we had a great time.  This image was taken using my Rotolights with some side lighting to give it a real dramatic look.  We had a great time and I can't wait to go back!

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Camera settings: Nikon D800, 1/60 sec at f/4.0, 16mm at ISO 3200, flash did not fire.  Taken at 2:56pm on April 17, 2013.

The Sugar Shack Reaper

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This image was taken at the historic Sugar Shack in Moundsville State Penitentiary during my Supernatural Shoot there in April 2013.  We gave the model Rachel black sheets to swirl around and using back and front lighting with flash and video lights I captured this image.  

Moundsville is one of my all time favorite places to shoot and I'm so glad I've had the opportunity to do so many times!  Looking to go back next month!!

Camera settings: Nikon D800, 1/80 sec at f/4.5, 16mm at ISO 4000, flash fired.  Taken at 12:29pm.

Shooting Behind a Movie Theater Screen

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This production image was taken of us at the Warner Theater in downtown Morgantown.  We were granted exclusive access to the theater that is no longer in use.  We were able to get behind the movie screen and shoot which was AWESOME!

East Coast Summer 2013 Workshop Series- the following dates could be used for workshops in your area. If you are interested please let me know and if there is a big enough group we can make it happen!

*Myrtle Beach, SC- August 12-17
*Savannah, GA- August 12-17
*Knoxville, TN- August 19-20
*Morgantown, WV- August 21-24
*Moundsville, WV- August 21-24
*Pittsburgh, PA- August 21-24
*Harpers Ferry, WV- August 26
*Washington, DC- August 27-31

If you are interested please comment back or let me know via message which one you'd like to attend and how many people you have...thanks!!!

North Shore Hawaiian Sunset Production Image

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This image was taken at my workshop in Oahu, Hawaii off the north shore by my attendee Minori Inoue.  It was a beautiful sunset and she sent me this shot which I REALLY appreciated!  I did a little editing magic on it, but the shot is all hers from what she took in the camera and it shows you just how much you can learn at one of my workshops....:)

Next Workshop: Estes, Colorado- July 23-24, 2013

Summer Workshops on the East Coast!

East Coast Summer 2013 Workshop Series- the following dates could be used for workshops in your area. If you are interested please let me know and if there is a big enough group we can make it happen!

*Myrtle Beach, SC- August 12-17
*Savannah, GA- August 12-17
*Knoxville, TN- August 19-20
*Morgantown, WV- August 21-24
*Moundsville, WV- August 21-24
*Pittsburgh, PA- August 21-24
*Harpers Ferry, WV- August 26
*Washington, DC- August 27-31

If you are interested please comment back or let me know via message which one you'd like to attend and how many people you have...thanks!!!

Mermaid in Maine

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This image was taken at my workshop in Maine/New Hampshire just last week.  We didn't have a mermaid outfit, so this dress was the closest thing we could find to it.  I just loved how it matched the tones of the background rocks and seaweed.  It was an awesome shoot and I can't wait to share more!  This image features the beautiful Belle who was one of our models.

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Camera settings: Nikon D800, 1/160 sec at f/4.0, 17mm at ISO 250, flash did not fire.  Taken at 7:06pm.

New Hampshire Group Shot

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It was such a blast doing this workshop and I want to thank everyone who came including the models, the photographers and my helpers.  We had a great time...even in the cold and rain...:)

Can You Hear Me Now?

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This production image is of the Supernatural workshop we did yesterday at the Greystone Mansion.  Our model, and recently married bride Elly fell in love with this vintage phone...so we did a fun shoot with it. Can't wait to share the pics!

Greystone Mansion Cape Neddick, Maine

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This production image was taken at my Supernatural Shoot workshop yesterday at the Greystone Mansion in Cape Neddick.  We did an amazing supernatural shoot there, and right on cue a huge Thunder and Lightning storm came in, and I ended up shooting the models in the rain.  Just amazing.  This shot is from me doing my intro about the house.

Just Screwing Around at my Oklahoma Workshop

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This is what happens when I'm setting up a group shot at my workshops...my attendees start screwing around!  This was an amazing location that took some searching but was SO worth it.  Thanks to all who came!!