Archive for March, 2008

Lehtisaari – More “Golden Hour” Images

Lehtisaari is a little island sitting nicely protected in the large bay that separates Helsinki from Espoo.  It’s where quite a few ambassadorial residences are – most of these images were shot just up from the Japanese Embassy, in fact.

 

A Sea Of Stars

Some artistic exp;ression using an image from Summer.

 

Why Photographers Call Sunset “The Golden Hour”

I have to admit, sunset shoots tend to feel very cliched to me. It comes from seeing a lot of wedding photography – I think there is some kind of law that there must be at least one formal bridal on a beach at sunset. And yet…. how can I resist playing and exploring with… Read More

 

Black, White, and Every Tone Between

Everyone loves the classy timelessness of a black and white. But so few really explore what tonality work best with what image. That’s where the artist comes in – the value of experience and giving each photo the treatment it needs to break out all the mood and expression. My Black and White tend to… Read More

 

8 Month Olds Are Supposed To Be Hard To Shoot!

But this little guy was sooo cute, bubbly, and full of personality.

 
© 2010 Ajaton Joki