All of the families were over for the holidays ….. so …. extended family portraits! I was thrilled when Deb told me they wanted these out in the snow! These are so much more natural and real than a studio backdrop. I crack a giant grin, knowing that a group of 19! people can be…
Rob Provencher, a photographer I admire and the co-founder of No BS Photo Success wrote those words, and they really struck a chord with me. This has been a powerful theme in my life over the last year. I learned it through photography and I think it’s useful far beyond capturing images. It really can…
While casual portraits are what I love to do most, I also enjoy documenting events with my camera. I like the spontaneity of an unfolding event. What I put the most effort into is close observation of the participants. I want to capture the moments that best tell the story of the day. The more…
I look forward to the day when I learn Nicole is taking her bassoon to play professionally in a symphony orchestra. I do expect that to happen. Nicole thought it would be fun to run her portrait session as a modeling portfolio style shoot. I think her images illustrate an important aspect of portrait sessions…
This is my friend Rene. He’s a Kitchener wedding photographer. Rene and I meet regularly to practice together. We delve into the deep, arcane secrets of location photography: – seeing and finding light – scouting locations – developing an eye for interest and beauty – operating the camera effortlessly This can all be learned. Even…
My very 1st portfolio model, Erin Lang, has also opened the doors of her new photography business (Transitions Photography). Erin will be doing bellies and babies, portrait photography, glamour photography and wedding photography. Here’s 2 shots from my 1st ever official session: Some samples from Erin’s work: See more of Erin’s photography on her blog:…
Welcome to my website and blog all rolled into one. Today is the official opening of Studio J Photography. To introduce myself and explain what I’m doing here, I’m going to borrow from my 1st Toast Masters speech: If you came to realize that your greatest aspiration in life would certainly fail, as long as…