Tuesday, March 10, 2009

Photo 101

I swore I would never blog! And here I am, writing about stuff thinking people will want to read it. So I am making a promise to all who take the time to read anything I write. I promise to not make this a piggy bank of vanity, hoping people put money in it to make me rich in the praise and admiration of man in order to feel good about myself. I promise not to be the person who thinks people really care about what happened in line at Starbuck's. Who is THAT interesting anyway? I mean really...



Rather I hope this inspires you, challenges you, tugs at your heart strings, opens your eyes, brings us closer, speaks to your heart, shows you the world from a different point of view and more than anything, shows the beauty of God's creation.



My little blog is to share with you my photos or creative ventures I embark on. So come along with me!!

And so it begins...

Once upon a time, I bought a Canon rebel XSI. I have no idea what I am doing, so I enrolled in a photography class by Lukas VanDyke...Photo 101. We went over the capabilities of shooting in Manual mode, which I didn't even know I had=) He taught us how to shoot completely in Manual, and the creative range and freedom it gave me is huge!! We had a model come so we could practice. Here are some shots from this session.
I like this one...this is Lukas diving in and showing us different angles.


I love this one I think the most. The negative space, and the neutral tones with the pop of blue.
I just like this one. That's all=) I am hoping to get better!! So any setting, advice or comments are welcome. Photo 108 is to come.
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4 comments:

  1. CaterinoMarch 10, 2009 at 10:10 PM

    The camera is not working, tis you that makes the pic work.

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  2. Melissa VosslerMarch 12, 2009 at 10:43 PM

    I have a feeling I'm going to love your blog. I'm adding it to my daily fix.

    and I think you will come to realize (as most bloggers do) that this blog will be more for you, then anyone else. I've had my personal blog (you know, where I talk about the line at Starbucks - or my kids latest tricks) for over 5 years and whether anyone reads it or not - it has become a sort of history book for me, an outlet. Something for me to look forward to. I hope this becomes that place for you.

    Great pictures too :)

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  3. AnonymousMarch 25, 2009 at 12:23 AM

    Great Composition Amanda Can't wait to see more of your work. By the way, I like the blog idea. Even though we are miles apart and seldom get together, it gives me a sense of nearness and comfort in the reading of your life.
    Uncle J.

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  4. Lukas VanDykeAugust 22, 2011 at 5:46 PM

    Awesome! lol your recent work is looking amazing!

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