Archive for April, 2009

Spring Waif

It’s still a bit cold here and certainly the sunset is closer to 9:00 pm. But what glorious light at sunset!

 

Kristen and David: Engaged

They had such great personalities and were so obviously in love.  Congratulations, you two!

 

Last Snow of Summer

It is melting fast – these are the last of the Winter pictures now that the snow has just left in the last few days.  Welcome to Spring, Helsinki!

 

A Bright Spring Newborn Shoot

I love it when I arrive at a house for a newborn session and everything is all ready to go: extra blankets, snuggly warm room, plenty of space with no clutter, a sleepy baby, and two wonderful parents who made the shoot a dream!  Some were shot with window light and others I used my… Read More

 

Announcing Gallery Exhibit: Mise-en-scène Location Portraiture

I am very proud to announce an exhibit of my work during the month of April in the Kamera Magazine Gallery in downtown Helsinki. The exhibition is named Mise en Scene: Location Portraiture and is a study on harmonizing portraits within the uniquely Finnish environment.  A select number of landscapes will also be displayed. Reception… Read More

 

Lecture: Composition In Portrait

I will be giving a 2 hour lection on composition with an emphasis on harmonizing subject and environment at the KameraSeura offices in downtown Helsinki.  The lecture will be on April 1 at 6:00 pm.  I will also give portfolio evaluations at that time.  More information can be obtained from KameraSeura

 

A Bit of Spring Color

You’d think I’d shoot more nature or landscapes considering how much I love color.  But the truth is, all my equipment is uniquely suited for portraiture – and I wouldn’t change that even for a chance to do better nature shots!

 
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