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Commercial Photography: Tea Room, Santa & Frankie

Hmmm….how do I even begin?!!
So today’s Commercial Photography at SuperFranks started off as a single room shot of their new Holiday Tea Party in the Princess Room.
Holiday Tea Party Room
Specs:  Nikon 14mm ultra wide lens, f/11, 1/5 sec, ISO 800.  Shot in Manual.  I used a tripod, so I could drag the shutter, and used [...]

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Thursday December 15th, 2011 in Commercial, Photography Tips | 1 Comment »

Hello Gorgeous: The Bossi Bag Product Review

What do you get when you are a woman who has fashion sense, loves photography, and needs a safe and stylish way to carry your camera?
You would get The Bossi bag by THEIT!
I am so excited about this product because I haven’t seen anything else like it on the market, so I couldn’t wait to [...]

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Saturday September 24th, 2011 in Commercial, Photography Tips | 5 Comments »

Product Review: BlackRapid W1 & a split DR-2

This review answers some questions that I’ve received from other photographers.  It focuses on the two BlackRapid straps that are suited for women photographers:  the single strap RS W1 and the slim double strap RS DR-2 (divided into a single strap).  This review can also be helpful to any photographer who is interested in the [...]

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Tuesday September 6th, 2011 in Commercial, Photography Tips | 4 Comments »

Commercial-Model Photography Gina

Gina wanted some shots for her business to show her personality — which, to me, is fun, sweet, and friendly.  She said she didn’t want anything stiff.  The rest was up to me!  Yeeha!!
I love when I have the full creative vision for a shoot!  I picked out her outfits, accessories, shoes, location, backdrops, and [...]

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Sunday July 10th, 2011 in Commercial, Models, Photography Tips | 12 Comments »

Product Review: BlackRapid Slim Double Strap DR-2

I’m a 2-camera shooter, and I’ve been using the manufacturer straps for years.  I got used to angling one shoulder to keep a strap from slipping while I shot with the other camera, but it still had problems because my shooting hand would often get tangled in the strap or get in the way because [...]

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Monday March 28th, 2011 in Commercial, Photography Tips | 24 Comments »

Car and Driver Photography: RL and Aston

Yesterday afternoon, I got to style and shoot RL and his new Aston Martin.  Car and Driver Photography is incredibly exciting to me!  I am a car fanatic, so finding the best angles, composition, lighting and location to highlight a nice ride, like an Aston Martin, is great fun!  I enjoyed every second of it.
Here [...]

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Saturday January 8th, 2011 in Commercial, Photography Tips | Leave a Comment »

Toddler Model Photography: Show Personality

I had an impromptu mini model shoot today of soon-to-be famous Kelsey!
Kelsey’s mom only needed one shot for an agency, and I intended on giving her three, but egad!  I just couldn’t narrow them down because Kelsey was soooo easy to photograph, so she got 14.  That’s almost three, right?!
Here are a few of my [...]

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Thursday December 30th, 2010 in Commercial, Models, Photography Tips | Leave a Comment »

Commercial Photography: Zoette Boutique

Thank you, Mother Nature!  A major rain storm that hit the Bay Area last night was suppose to last for 2-3 days, but it STOPPED for my commercial shoot for Zoette Boutique today!  The heavy rain started up again soon after I got home.  What a miracle!
Today’s shoot was split into 2 mini shoots:  babies [...]

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Saturday October 23rd, 2010 in Commercial, Models | 4 Comments »

Commercial Photoshoot: Roger Kenneth Marsh

Today, I had the privilege of photographing Published Author and Certified Life Coach, Roger Kenneth Marsh!
After reviewing his website, I came up with the idea of having him stand on a path since he helps people figure out how to live life passionately and joyfully.  In essence, he helps direct people on the right path!
So [...]

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Wednesday September 8th, 2010 in Commercial | 1 Comment »

Cover Shoot – Behind the Scenes

I was thrilled when I found out Frank (Owner of Super Franks) and Tracie (Publisher of Active Kids) wanted me to shoot the cover of Active Kids, the September 2010 issue.
The theme for that issue is parties.
I was given allowance to run with my creative ideas, and the only known facts I had to work [...]

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Sunday August 29th, 2010 in Commercial, Photography Tips | 4 Comments »

Toddler Model Kelsey

Late this morning, I took headshots of a red-head, named Kelsey.  She is all of 2 1/2 years old, and she is already “drop dead gorgeous”!
This was a mini shoot because all we needed was one good headshot, but I have so many favorites that I can’t choose just one.
Here are only a few of [...]

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Sunday June 27th, 2010 in Commercial, Models | Leave a Comment »

A Taste of Tuscany

Today was Rodrigue Molyneaux Winery’s “Taste of Tuscany” event.  RM Winery is a family-owned boutique winery in Livermore, CA.
(Check out their new website.  It is awesome.  And the photos are marvelous too!  *wink wink*)
It was a balmy Summery day…. a nice day to hang out outside with a glass of wine, great food and great [...]

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Saturday June 5th, 2010 in Commercial, Event | 1 Comment »

Deloitte’s Toast of the Town

Deloitte held its annual “Toast of the Town” event last night at the acclaimed 5A5 Steak Lounge in San Francisco.
The people, the speeches, the venue and the food were all fantastic.  It was a privilege to shoot this event!
Here are a few images to share from last night.  Enjoy!
Standing Cocktail Party

Oh, the Food!
I’ll have to [...]

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Friday May 28th, 2010 in Commercial, Event, Photography Tips | 3 Comments »

What’s New at Super Franks

Today’s shoot at Super Franks was to capture their exciting new changes.
NEW Set-Up @ Taught Town Safari
Now there is more seating, a centralized play area for the toddlers, a different home for the deluxe slide and some new toys!

NEW Jumpy @ the Gym
Little kids and big kids alike will love this new GIANT jumpy!

Look at [...]

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Friday April 30th, 2010 in Commercial | Leave a Comment »

The Fish Tank

I had the privilege of being one of the first to see Super Franks‘ new Taught Town play area for little ones, called Fish Tank!
When you enter the Fish Tank, you enter the mystical underwater “room”, which takes up most of the upstairs floor.  And just like the former golf course, this play area is [...]

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Saturday April 17th, 2010 in Commercial | 11 Comments »

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