http://www.ajatonjoki.com/wordpress Tue, 18 Nov 2008 12:07:22 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Still raining constantly - but nothing that can't be solved by a good umbrella. http://www.ajatonjoki.com/wordpress/index.php/2008/11/18/a-gazebo-over-the-lake/ It's rained nearly constantly for three weeks now - but even on the rainiest days, there are 10-15 minutes when the sky momentarily stops pouring and we can run out and do quick pictures and feed the ducks.  For this little session, we shot in 10 minute bursts and then ... http://www.ajatonjoki.com/wordpress/index.php/2008/11/01/finding-dry-moments-between-the-rain/ This was an opportunity to break out my reflectors and 24mm lens and be creative.  I had the sun for the first half of the shoot but it disappeared behind clouds all too soon.  And someone was in a patriotic mood this afternoon. http://www.ajatonjoki.com/wordpress/index.php/2008/10/25/on-the-rocks/ I am very proud to once again be published in the Design Aglow Magazine. Issue No. 6: The Style Issue is a compilation of articles, stories, and inspiration from some of the most talented photographers in our industry. Over 375 pages of delicious eye-candy View the entire issue from your computer's hard drive ... http://www.ajatonjoki.com/wordpress/index.php/2008/10/24/design-aglow-issue-6-the-style-issue/ There is a good reason the Scandinavian countries are known for their natural beauty. http://www.ajatonjoki.com/wordpress/index.php/2008/10/23/nordic-beauty/ It was a bit wet from all the rain in the night - but what a beautiful and bright morning.  Images from when photographers meet up. http://www.ajatonjoki.com/wordpress/index.php/2008/10/23/a-bright-morning-at-the-local-museum/ I'm upgrading my portfolio again and would love to add some diversity to the existing images. As a result, I am pleased to offer a free session and free digital proofs (a 1500e value) for the following types of sessions: Young couple to do romantic shoots at a sunset in Lauttasaari. ... http://www.ajatonjoki.com/wordpress/index.php/2008/10/20/its-that-time-again-free-portfolio-sessions/ We were on vacation in the Mikkeli area most of the week and dropped in to Heinola area for lunch on the trip up.  It's one of my favorite cities - rural but with so much history.  I especially love the ancient oak lined esplanade along the central lake area. First, ... http://www.ajatonjoki.com/wordpress/index.php/2008/10/13/heinola-an-incredibly-beautiful-city-in-autumn/ This is a late evening shoot at Hvittrask.  The sun was peeping out from behind the clouds at odd moments - but the lighting was bright enough for wonderful shots. http://www.ajatonjoki.com/wordpress/index.php/2008/10/06/86/ They were really troopers - it was dark, cold and windy - not to mention it rained on us.  But when you have a great family - nothing worries them and they get into the portrait spirit.  My thanks to the J family! And congratulations on 20 years of marriage ... http://www.ajatonjoki.com/wordpress/index.php/2008/10/02/sneak-peek-a-family-of-6/