Strawberry Strands Salon (Video)
This is the 2nd Berryvision video that I have shot for Ms. Erica. As always she did a bang up job. Watch the video to see what she does, then give her a call to book your appointment.
Her website is wwww.strawberrystrandssalon.com or just Click here to go right to her site.
February 18th, 2012
Wedding Day
Saturdays are for weddings. I was hired to shoot the video for the wedding, however I ended up shooting a few photos while I was at it.
Big shout outs to Shelly King. She did the makeup for this wedding, and nocked it out of the part.
February 16th, 2012
Poetry Jam (97.3)
Tonight was in one word, "Awesome". Some of my favorite poets from past shows were there, and a few new people brought the heat as well.
Big B and the Coast team hits another Home Run with this. Dj Mike Lang was making the drinks right, Sandra , heck just being Sandra, and Bigg B, that man is a fool. Yes, I did take video of some of the monologue but that is for the next big thing in my life. (All Angles Mag)
Sun, oh my god, she did her thing. She has a way of bringing you into her words, chocking your air supply, and when she is ready, letting you breath again.
One Tough Poet, My mama was your mama. Heart is heart, family is family, our stories are the same, I just lived the North Dakota version. LOL.
Eclectik Soulz had the house rocking. Heck they almost gave me some rhythm. LOL
So, thank you again for letting me come out yet to another great event. I am very blessed to be part of these night.
Jamie
Click here to see my photos from the show.
P.S. Friday night come to the Brick House. Live Music I'll be in there in photographer mode, with my lights and printers, so come dressed right. You will have a chance to take photos with the artists. For more info hit up J Reese.
February 12th, 2012
Photography Tips: (Sima SL-20LX)
The Sima Ultra Bright Video Light (model SL-20LX).
As a photographer I need gear that is light, battery powered and easy for me to rig where ever I may need light for my shot. These little babies do the trick perfectly.
I first ran across a video guy using one of these at a wedding I was shooting. The light was almost blinding the poor people he was interviewing. So, you know me, I had to buy one and see what I could do with it.
When I first got it, I used it only as a flashlight. When shooting in the dark your camera will have a hard time pulling focus, thus you will get blurry photos. And everyone knows I can't stand blur. Then one day, I had this crazy idea. Why not use this for a key light instead of one of my flashes.
See when most people use flash at night, they use to much of it. If your flash settings are too high, you will over power your background, thus making the background super dark, or black. This can be a cool look, but not one that you want to use all of the time. So, the easy way around this is to use continues light, just like the SL-20LX.
I put one of these on a light stand and moved the stand back and forth until I found the sweet spot. Some of the photos from yesterdays shoot were done using only 2 of these lights.
February 11th, 2012
Hair Salon Shoot
Tonight I was asked by Ms. Dawn to shoot 2 models that she styled. Ms. China, and Ms. Alexis were great even though they were cold. True troopers.
To see more of Dawns work, find her on Facebook.
February 9th, 2012
Panty Confessions 1.1 (End Zone, Wilmington, NC)
Tonight I was invited to come out and shoot the Panty Confessions Part 1.1 at the End Zone. The event was hosted by Wilmington's own Bigg B from 97.3. As always B did his thing.
Now for those of you have not been to an event like this, you need to step out of your box. This was a classy, and sexy event. Mike Waggs rocked the house with his smooth music, and the poets let you have it with their smooth words and delivery. As for comedian Earf, I had a hard time taking photos, I was laughing so hard.
Click here to see photos from the show.
AL'QUAN
Today was the 19th birthday viewing for Alquan Hines. I was asked to come by a family friend to help people remember him and his family on this very special day.
February 8th, 2012
Back to Wilmington
Today I got the chance to work with Ms. Diamond again. She is always a pro. Look for her on Americas Next Top Model. She will be sending in her pack very soon.
Photography Tips: (Night Time Photography for less then $5)
So, why do more people do not do night time photography?
Simple it's harder, well not really, just harder in your head. When I first started I thought that I could only shoot in the magic hour of photography, Sunrise and Sunset. Boy, was I wrong.
These days I find myself using my flash only during the day, and maybe a led flash light at night. For this shoot we tried an idea I've been playing with. I only used a 50mm 1.8 lens, a $4 (75 lumens) flashlight, and a 30 cent piece of poster board. Yep, my lighting was for less then $5.
Here is the trick, you need light for your camera to focus, but if you shine a cheap light at a model your going to get different amounts of light in places, and it doesn't look good. Besides that, your going to blind the person. So, take a light stand and clamp your flashlight to it, then have someone, or in my case, tack the paper to a tree. Then shine the light onto the paper, and have the model stand close. Just that easy.
February 6th, 2012
NY (Time Square / Fashion Street / Downtown)
Day 4, and it's time to hit the streets of NY. Addie and I went on a photography walkabout. (Anyone who has shot with me know how these go. We walk until we find something that catches one of our eyes, we stop, then shoot.)
So, this was my first taste of the NY Subway system. It's a little crazy at first, but once you miss a stop or 2 you get the hang of it. LOL
I will be back up here for sure. NY, I think I love you.
Now if your in NY, and you have your gear out, some people are going to stop you and ask you to take their pic. So you know me, I'm more then happy to do it. LOL.
Special thanks out to Addie, she was a great model, and great photographer. She took the photos of me on this walkabout.
February 5th, 2012
NY (Grand Army Station)
So, this is day 3 of my trip to NY. Ms Addie was my model for this shoot, and let me tell you she is a pro. Look for her on Americas Next Top Model, I know she will make it.
If you ever get into NY, you have to go to this place. It was an amazing shooting experience.
January 30th, 2012
Nikon D7000 Firmware Updates
For those lovers of the Nikon D7000 such as myself, I would like to let you know about another firmware upgrade. I installed it a few weeks back, and have not had a bit of problems.
Just like any other electronics is a good idea to make sure your gear is up to date and running at it's best. Twice a month I look for updates on all of my gear. When your shooting a wedding you only have one change to get it right, so you better have your gear at it's best.
To download the newest Nikon D7000 firmware Click here
January 29th, 2012
Jamaica's Comfort Zone
Let me just say, I love the food. Talk about tasty. Can you say Heaven. LOL. So today I was hired to come in and do a photo shoot of some of the many dishes they server here at Jamaica's Comfort Zone. The shoot went great, and then we took a few of the photos and made a new flier. What a cool way to spend an afternoon. 417 S. College Road Unit 24, Wilmington, NC 28403.
Find them on the web at:
http://www.jamaicascomfortzone.net
January 28th, 2012
Amir Emir
AMIR-EMIR..."KING" AKA ROYALTY...AMIR-EMIR is an alluring, raw, and captivating young company. Specializing in bold, unique, eclectic, fashion forward minded pieces. Founded in 2011 by Tamira Bell, Designer/CEO. AMIR EMIR is continuously fashion focused...innovative...and creative... Ms. Bell has created a line of earrings that will catch any eye...and turn any head...EVERY PIECE IS CAREFULLY DESIGNED WITH OUR CLIENT IN MIND... not only earrings but, clothing, shoes, hand bags etc are created with a key-focus of the client.
January 27th, 2012
Family Photography Day
So, the day started out rainy, but between the rain drops I managed to get 2 family photo shoots into today. Above are photos from the first shoot of the day. Ms. Mary has been a great return customer over the last year. It is always fun working with these two.
January 21st, 2012
30th Birthday Party
I had a blast last night. If you ever want to hold a birthday party with style, call these guys. They rocked it. From the great food to a wild DJ, everything was perfect.
Thanks for letting me part of the night.
Jazz Night (S.W.A.C Lounge)
This video was shot with my Nikon D7000 using my Tokina 16-50 2.8 at ISO 2500. Lighing was from 2 Sima SL-20LX, and a H1 Zoom directly connected to my camera.
If you are wondering every Friday night they will have Jazz Night. Also, Thursday night is Metamorphosis (Spoken Word). Come out and spend the evening with this great group of people.
January 18th, 2012
Modeling Shoot (Quameka Simpson)
So, what can you do on a rainy morning in Wilmington. Well, a good friend of mine Ms. Quameka called me up for a photo shoot. The shoot started off at 7AM. Yep, photographers don't get to sleep in. LOL.
As always Quameka was a pro. If you want to book her for an event she can be reached via Facebook.
January 18th, 2012 (PM Shoot)
(JR Songbird)
So, this is shoot #2 for the day. JR is a cool guy, very smooth, all around good people. So I wanted to give him something that will work both to show off his personality, and photos he could use on his next album. Keep your ears open, I see big things.
Find him on Twitter: iamj_r_
Or E-mail: iamj.r.music@gmail.com
January 16th, 2012
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Today was a great day with my son. We started off the day playing video games, then we took in the MLK Parade. Thank you everyone for coming out to show your support for the event.
So, today is day one on the new blog, the new website, and a new challenge to myself for 2012. I'm going to do my version of a year in photography. Each day I will post a random pic from one of my shoots from that day, or perhaps even one of the "How To" videos people have been asking me to make. 2012 is going to be a great year.