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These photos - and others to follow - were taken by Amanda Richards following a makeover at her True Colors studio in PA.
As many of you know, Amanda is a uniquely gifted artist as well as somebody who pours her heart and soul into her work. For those who haven't had the opportunity to visit her, I highly recommend it. This was my second photoshoot with Amanda - the first was over five years ago - and it was incredibly enlightening. Here are some of the things that I took away from the shoot:
1. Wear a cincher and gaff. I generally don't wear either when I'm out and about, as I value comfort above all, and I typically make do with looser tops and a snug pair of panties for everyday. But for a photo shoot, I think both are advisable, unless you're having boudoir shots, in which case, of course, you're on your own! :-) Based upon my choice of outfits for the shoot, I regretted not wearing either. Lesson learned.
2. Be yourself. Amanda is incredibly flexible and deferential to her clients' tastes, however she has an artist's eye and very definite ideas about makeup. Depending on what look you want, it's important that you consider whether that look will reflect who YOU are as opposed to somebody completely unrecognizable. Some folks might prefer the latter, but I prefer to look like myself, so it's important to take that into consideration when it comes to things like overdrawn lips, brows, eye liner, etc. My philosophy is that we should all play to our natural gifts and diminish aspects of our presentation which don't come across as genuine. Since I tend to be a smiler, some of the photos where I didn't smile seemed to be a bit forced. Lesson learned.
3. Understand what taping does and know its pros and cons. I never tape when I do my own makeup, but Amanda taped me and it can make a real difference. Just be sure to remove the tape within a reasonable period of time, otherwise you'll be scraping glue off your neck and forehead for hours. I had a taping experience many years ago where I wasn't aware that it needed to come off at a certain point, and when I removed it, part of my face came with it. :-( Lesson learned back then!
An Amanda Richards makeover and shoot is a singular experience, and I would encourage anybody who seeks to enhance their own natural, unique beauty to take advantage of it. She's a treasure in the community.
If you've gotten this far, thanks for sticking with my long description of the occasion, and thank you all so much for your beautiful comments!
SB800 through a softbox, left, approx 10ft away at 3/4 pwr. SB600 bare and camera rt. Used this one to light the grass and pole. Single shot HDR processed via photomatix and photoshop.
I have learned that pretty models really help my pictures.
This was our Studio Photography Assignment Results: Composite Shot. More details here: www.photigy.com/studio-photography-assignment-composite-s...
This species is another example of how what was once part of one species is recognized as a separate species. The Spanish name for a motmot is “pajaro reloj,” which translates as “clock bird.” This alludes to their habit of moving the tail side-to-side, metronome-like, in what may function as a signal to predators that the bird is aware of their proximity.
Pike Place, Seattle Washington, USA june 2010
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A scene of daily life in a rural area with a mother teaching a lesson to her daughter (Madagascar).
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Due to the lack of access to schools, in the rural areas education is often very different from the formal schooling found in urban centers. Many children in these regions attend informal classes, which are usually taught by their parents or local community members. This form of education takes place in the homes of the children, where makeshift classrooms are set up in simple structures such as huts or small rooms.
Education is seen as a community responsibility, and many parents take an active role in their children's learning, even if they themselves have limited formal education. The rural education system in Madagascar plays an important role in empowering children and helping them develop basic skills for their future.
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Everything has been, and always will be,
A quiet lesson shaping me.
Each joy, each ache, each fleeting chance,
Becomes a step within my dance.
I keep them all—each spark, each gleam—
In corners of my inner stream.
To drift through time, to think, recall,
And find the meaning in it all.
giving Lara a little dance lesson. she has never danced at an event in the belief she couldn't dance and so I set out to prove her wrong.
she did really well and we had a good laugh when it went wonky because that is what dancing is all about having a laugh.
Lessons, Tim Lowly © 1994(?), tempera on panel, 14" x 14", private collection.
Recently when I was in Virginia I had the opportunity to photograph this painting (one that is significantly better than the one I posted previously).
It was a surprise to have this bird pop up very close by at the Get Your Birds! set-up in Ujarras, Costa Rica. The colours are amazing! The serrated upper mandible is noticeable too, a feature of which bird banders become all too well aware.
Had a makeup lesson while back love how the look turn out unfortunately was no time match it with nice outfits :D