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Inspiration can be found anywhere and everywhere. This weekend was a beautiful weekend and in homage to our wonderful city, I am going to show some images I have taken around town. When I got my first digital SLR, my appetite for taking pictures was insatiable, I took pictures anywhere my heart desired. I would even dream of pictures as I closed my eyes to go to sleep at night. I know, a little OCD, but hey, I'm being honest here!
Houston has a slightly bad reputation in the community. For being unruly, unregulated and lacking in a community infrastructure to bring it together. I actually grew up in a suburb of Houston, little 'ole Alief. Speaking of a bad reputation, we won't even get into Alief's reputation... Anyway, when my husband asked me to move back 3 years ago, I scoffed. I told him I would rather move to a remote village in Africa than move back to Houston, TX!! Funny how that works, huh? Love and escaping NYC brought me back to the town that I had been escaping for the years prior. AND, I must say that I have now grown quite fond of it. Don't quote me on this later, but now find Houston to be uniquely comfortable and the people to be incredibly friendly. Plus, I am near my family which has grown more important to me with each passing year.
Loooong story short, I had fun with my digital SLR because I could explore the unique corners of Houston and take as many pictures as I wanted. I found inspiration everywhere. It is important as a photographer to continually challenge yourself and keep stretching your knowledge base. Too Comfortable = Bad. Here are some images of my "travels." Happy Tuesday!
Houston has a slightly bad reputation in the community. For being unruly, unregulated and lacking in a community infrastructure to bring it together. I actually grew up in a suburb of Houston, little 'ole Alief. Speaking of a bad reputation, we won't even get into Alief's reputation... Anyway, when my husband asked me to move back 3 years ago, I scoffed. I told him I would rather move to a remote village in Africa than move back to Houston, TX!! Funny how that works, huh? Love and escaping NYC brought me back to the town that I had been escaping for the years prior. AND, I must say that I have now grown quite fond of it. Don't quote me on this later, but now find Houston to be uniquely comfortable and the people to be incredibly friendly. Plus, I am near my family which has grown more important to me with each passing year.
Loooong story short, I had fun with my digital SLR because I could explore the unique corners of Houston and take as many pictures as I wanted. I found inspiration everywhere. It is important as a photographer to continually challenge yourself and keep stretching your knowledge base. Too Comfortable = Bad. Here are some images of my "travels." Happy Tuesday!
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One of the best things about loving photography is being able to network and find friends with the same love and passion for capturing moments. We are able to meet up and be total geeks - talk about fstops and ISO settings...it's wonderful!
My friend Kimberly and I decided to meet up and play around with low light situations. We also decided this conversation would be best with martinis!! All hail to Zimms' amazing martinis!
Here are some pics of our relaxing evening... yum!
Here are some test shots in a super dark room...taken with my new Canon 5D Mark II (f1.2, ISO 2000, 1/30). I'm a no flash kind of girl...
I can't tell you why I love this picture so much, but I do!
My friend Kimberly and I decided to meet up and play around with low light situations. We also decided this conversation would be best with martinis!! All hail to Zimms' amazing martinis!
Here are some pics of our relaxing evening... yum!
Here are some test shots in a super dark room...taken with my new Canon 5D Mark II (f1.2, ISO 2000, 1/30). I'm a no flash kind of girl...
I can't tell you why I love this picture so much, but I do!
August:
Julie. WOW!, these are beautiful pictures!
(05.03.09)
August:
Julie, WOW! these photographs are beautiful! Amazing! You are so very talented.
(05.03.09)
Angela:
WOW!!! Julie these are amazing. your creativity is unbelivable
(05.04.09)
erica:
yummy, always love photos of cocktails! that photo of the flowers is stunning.
(05.06.09)
Tanya Pabor:
I want to go to Zimms with ya'll! This looks so fun!
(07.16.09)
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A little over a month ago, I had the amazing opportunity to attend Jasmine Star's Workshop. I have already shared with you my slight (okay, maybe big) obsession with blogs. Well, one I frequent often is Jasmine*'s blog. One day as I was drinking my coffee and making my way to her blog, I stopped in my tracks. She. was. having. a. workshop. I immediately signed up.
A few months later, I was off to the O.C. in sunny California and I had the most amazing day ever. Jasmine is incredibly open, honest and patient while answering everyone's questions and offering TONS of amazing advice on how to market and brand your photography business. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a place to learn.
While attending the workshop, we had the opportunity to do a photoshoot with the beautiful couple, Brittany and Zach. They were both incredibly gorgeous and loving. Here are some of the shots:
A few months later, I was off to the O.C. in sunny California and I had the most amazing day ever. Jasmine is incredibly open, honest and patient while answering everyone's questions and offering TONS of amazing advice on how to market and brand your photography business. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a place to learn.
While attending the workshop, we had the opportunity to do a photoshoot with the beautiful couple, Brittany and Zach. They were both incredibly gorgeous and loving. Here are some of the shots:
Have a great weekend!
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One of the first things I ask when I get together when another photographer is - what are your favorite blogs? Because if you are a geek like me, you follow about a TRILLION blogs a day. I find that blogs are a constant source of valuable information, incredible inspiration and just all around enlightenment.
With this thought in mind, I thought I would share my top favs photography blogs:
Nick Oncken - Nick is an incredible commercial photographer in the sunny state of California. The reason why I was so drawn to his blog is because he digs deep. His blog is not just about pretty pictures, but offers insightful information about branding, marketing and this crazy journey we all embark upon to become the best photographer we can be.
Jasmine Star - is another one of my all-time favs. Because I am such a loyal reader, I was able to quickly jump on the band wagon and be apart of her first-ever workshop. It was an amazing experience - she is so open and honest about her journey as a photographer. It is impossible not to learn something from her.
Amelia Lyon - How can you not love Amelia? Her blog is fun and full of love for life, her family and photography. Just looking at her images inspires me to try new things and grow as a photographer.
Sarah Rhoads - Last, but definitely not least, is Sarah Rhoads. I just recently fell in love with her blog through the PPA Fresh Blog competition that took place earlier this year. I was instantly inspired by her unique blog that scrolls horizontally...it is absolutely stunning. ALSO, I am super pumped that I have signed up for a "mentor session" with her during her stop in Houston, TX later this month. Don't worry, I'll be sure to post all about my amazing experience.
With this thought in mind, I thought I would share my top favs photography blogs:
Nick Oncken - Nick is an incredible commercial photographer in the sunny state of California. The reason why I was so drawn to his blog is because he digs deep. His blog is not just about pretty pictures, but offers insightful information about branding, marketing and this crazy journey we all embark upon to become the best photographer we can be.
Jasmine Star - is another one of my all-time favs. Because I am such a loyal reader, I was able to quickly jump on the band wagon and be apart of her first-ever workshop. It was an amazing experience - she is so open and honest about her journey as a photographer. It is impossible not to learn something from her.
Amelia Lyon - How can you not love Amelia? Her blog is fun and full of love for life, her family and photography. Just looking at her images inspires me to try new things and grow as a photographer.
Sarah Rhoads - Last, but definitely not least, is Sarah Rhoads. I just recently fell in love with her blog through the PPA Fresh Blog competition that took place earlier this year. I was instantly inspired by her unique blog that scrolls horizontally...it is absolutely stunning. ALSO, I am super pumped that I have signed up for a "mentor session" with her during her stop in Houston, TX later this month. Don't worry, I'll be sure to post all about my amazing experience.
If I sound a little overly-jazzed
about these blogs as I talk about them, it's because I am. They rock. Check them out! And feel free to leave a comment with some of your
favorite blogs that I need to check...I am always on a hunt for new and
inspiring blogs. LOVE!
Jasmine*:
You're so fabulous it hurts. No, really. I'm SO beyond proud of you and all the AMAZING things you'll do. Augh. I'm so happy for you!!!
(04.03.09)
abe:
julie!! i am so proud of you! this blog looks great, and i am so excited to see your updated work! love the header slideshow.
fave blogs?? lately i love momtog.com by drew b- i LOVE that drew b! of course i love jasmine*, and theblogisfound. also, love gabriel ryan photography, trista lerit, and heather cole. oh, and laura novak & jinky art & audrey woulard. okay, i'm guess i'm just like you-- i stalk about a billion blogs!! cool post!!
(04.04.09)
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wow! all of these are so very "Houston" hehehe I love the rusty, open window one a lot :)
(06.02.09)