Eyes

  I'm writing this article for those who are just beginning in photography or for those who may have many years experience behind the lens but not shooting people, pets. or even wildlife. No matter what your photography style is the difference in a snap shot verses a good photo are the same. First you must have a clear subject within your photo, second you want to highlight your subject, third you want to simplify the background so your subject pops. This is accomplished by some simple technics such as composition (rule of thirds), knowing your subject, lighting, and focusing. 

   Now to the meat of this subject, shooting portraits or tight shots. The eyes are the key. Think of it in a natural way of meeting someone, the first thing that happens is you look them in the eyes even before you speak. So focus on the eyes and use them to tell the story of your subject, it's that simple. 

   Enjoy

March 21st

   Spent the afternoon shooting engagement photos for this fun couple in Va Beach, and looking forward to their wedding in June. Even though it was a little cold and windy Stacy & Justin took me around from the beach to the air field were Justin flies F-18's How cool is that!!!

   Congratulations you two see you soon

March on the OBX

    Well it's March on the Outer Banks, winter is coming to an end as the transition of seasons begin with warmer temps, a little greenery, and Carolina Blue Skies. Today I had the opportunity 

to shoot some promotional shots for a local recording artist Mojo Collins. Here a re a few pics of our first session.