Shooting for The Scout Guide Sarasota has Finally Begun!

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Susan Doane, editor of The Scout Guide, has hired me to be the exclusive photographer for this project.  TSG is a publication that features the best of what a city has to offer. It's fresh and stylized, with a polished layout and elegant graphics.   The concept has been branded as a chic...

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The Psychology of the Colors You Choose to Wear...

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A business portrait of yourself delivers a lot of information quickly because the eye percieves all the aspects of the image all at once, whereas reading about the person often takes longer to process the same information.  The style of clothing is one way to deliver a message about who you...

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Composing a Striking Portrait - The Importance of Concept Creation

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All great portraits involve concept creation - what is the vision?  How will that narrative be conveyed?    Once that is established the styling of the outfit, accessories, hair, make-up and the location have to support the vision, so the pictures make sense to the viewer. My daughter loves this style...

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Beyond the Lens : Professional Photography

Professional photography is accomplished by individuals who have the unique ability to go beyond the camera lens and into the heart of personal essence or being. This essence - rather than the static appearance of a person, becomes both the source and the goal of image expression. Professional photographers intuitively discern...

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