Showing posts with label February. Show all posts
Showing posts with label February. Show all posts
Monday, April 13, 2015
100 days of Project 365
So I decided in 2015 I was going to do a Project 365. What is that you ask, it is where I challenge myself to take a photo a day for 365 days. I have had some ups and downs, some greats and not so greats. But here are a few of my favorites so far.
Thursday, February 19, 2015
#ProjectPrint - Why is it important to Print your photos
Who remembers as a kid sitting and looking through boxes of old photos? Laughing at old trends, seeing handwriting from relatives long past and enjoying passing those photos around for others to share. Unfortunately todays younger generation do not get this experience much anymore with the digital photography age. Most people post photos online but never actually print them out. There are many reasons why, but I feel you really should print your photos. Even if it is just a quick stack of photos or a digital photo album.
Why Print?
1. Technology is always changing - there is no guarantee that your storage media will still be accessible in a few years (prime example VCR/VHS tapes). Prints will always be viewable.
2. Prints can freeze time (memories fade) - all those events that get documented but forgotten, first care, first day of school, crazy trends and so much more.
3. Create Connections - People who display prints are easily connected with by viewing photos on display of their favorite memories.
4 Prints become heritage item - they can preserve handwriting from people documenting on photos. They are tangible items to stir memories and document your family.
5. Parents/Family will love you - Even though everyone is n social media and sees your photos when you post them its different to have that physical print to pull out and means so much more to people.
Do you know the life of your storage media?
1. CD/DVD - 10-25 years. Colors of the CD/DVD represents the quality of the disc, the best ones to use are gold or silver. But remember discs can easily be erased via magnets.
2. USB/Flash Drives - 10 years. If you use them over and over it will wear out before the life the drive.
3 External Hard Drives - these are the best option for photo storage/backup. There are also good options for online storage. You should have at last 2-3 backups of your photos and they should be kept in different places in case of a disaster.
Whatever you do, do not store your images on memory cards in or out of your camera, they are easily corrupted.
So don't let your photos die before future generations get to enjoy them and document their heritage. Print those photos, there are many places where you can print for less than $0.10 for a 4x6 and many photo book places that have great deals to make a yearly family photo album.
Why Print?
1. Technology is always changing - there is no guarantee that your storage media will still be accessible in a few years (prime example VCR/VHS tapes). Prints will always be viewable.
2. Prints can freeze time (memories fade) - all those events that get documented but forgotten, first care, first day of school, crazy trends and so much more.
3. Create Connections - People who display prints are easily connected with by viewing photos on display of their favorite memories.
4 Prints become heritage item - they can preserve handwriting from people documenting on photos. They are tangible items to stir memories and document your family.
5. Parents/Family will love you - Even though everyone is n social media and sees your photos when you post them its different to have that physical print to pull out and means so much more to people.
Do you know the life of your storage media?
1. CD/DVD - 10-25 years. Colors of the CD/DVD represents the quality of the disc, the best ones to use are gold or silver. But remember discs can easily be erased via magnets.
2. USB/Flash Drives - 10 years. If you use them over and over it will wear out before the life the drive.
3 External Hard Drives - these are the best option for photo storage/backup. There are also good options for online storage. You should have at last 2-3 backups of your photos and they should be kept in different places in case of a disaster.
Whatever you do, do not store your images on memory cards in or out of your camera, they are easily corrupted.
So don't let your photos die before future generations get to enjoy them and document their heritage. Print those photos, there are many places where you can print for less than $0.10 for a 4x6 and many photo book places that have great deals to make a yearly family photo album.
Thursday, January 15, 2015
Jan 2015 Model/Casting Call
I have some pretty exciting news for all of you! I am hosting a model/casting call for couples!
Think you are the hottest/cutest couple on the block and have what it takes? KRP Photography couples will receive a special package and will be featured for the month of February and showcased on Facebook and our blog.
Email us at krpphotography@comcast.net for more details. Session must be held in February 2015. We will be giving away 5 sessions at the special rate. There will be 2-3 locations to choose from for your session. Submission will be accepted until 1/31/15 and you will receive an email by 2/5/15 if chosen.
Think you are the hottest/cutest couple on the block and have what it takes? KRP Photography couples will receive a special package and will be featured for the month of February and showcased on Facebook and our blog.
Email us at krpphotography@comcast.net for more details. Session must be held in February 2015. We will be giving away 5 sessions at the special rate. There will be 2-3 locations to choose from for your session. Submission will be accepted until 1/31/15 and you will receive an email by 2/5/15 if chosen.
What's included:
30-60 minute session
5 digital images
1 5x7 of each digital image
Print release for 5 digital images
(digital images, prints and print release are for 5 same images)
Model/Casting Call Price - $109
Regular Price - $299
That's 65% off!!!!!
Tuesday, February 25, 2014
Happy Birthday to Me!!!
My birthday is Wednesday 2/26/14 so I’d
like to give you a gift as you help me fill up my calendar! It’s a
win-win !!
I will be offering Pre-Purchases of a CD of Images with Print
Release for only $99!!!!! That’s a crazy steal(Reg price $299). You
are free to book a session anytime this year(2014) and use the pre-purchased CD– plan in advance
for your upcoming baby or your high school senior or your family pictures for
2014!
**I will also be entering all that
pre-purchase a CD into a drawing for a FREE portrait session!!! So if you win you would get a session and CD
of images for only $99!!! (regularly $349)
This booking special will only be on my
birthday, 2/26/14. You can email, facebook, or call me anytime starting at 12:01
am 2/26/14 until 11:59 pm 2/26/14!!!
krpphotography@comcast.net
302-351-5158
KRP Photography | Facebook for Facebook
Fine
print: $99 pre-purchased CD fee must be paid on 2/26/14 to secure this price
via Credit Card or I can invoice you to pay online. Scheduled sessions can be anytime during the
year 2014 and you can schedule at a later date. Cannot be combined with any
other offers, specials or previous winnings. Locations for sessions to be
determined by KRP Photography and client at time of booking, locations are
limited. For any other questions please
contact me prior to purchase.
Sunday, February 16, 2014
Daddy & Me
Love that this session was all my husbands idea and vision. Glad I could capture it for him. This year my son has really taken an interest in hunting and it was great to document it. Love these photos and they mean a lot to our family.
Saturday, February 15, 2014
Because You were there too!!!
Everyone knows how important it is to document life, capture memories for our families because the years are fleeting. You need to be in the pictures as well.
So you don't like you photo taken? Neither do I!!! Get over it! Get dolled up so you feel great, it will help you want to get in front of the camera. No matter what you look like your kids wont care. They just want to know who you were, what you like and what you looked like at 20, 25, 30, 30, 50 and on. Also they want to see you interacting with them in photos. Do it before its too late, time is not guaranteed. Photo's remind us of loved ones once they are no longer with us and of those great times we once had.
Need ideas how to take self portraits? Here are some tips.
1. Use a Tripod
Not necessary item, but definitely makes it easier.
2. Choose your setting, then your settings
Prep the area you will be shooting. Be sure it is not cluttered. Pay attention to the light and
cameras vantage point. Set your aperture, ISO, Shutter & White Balance.
3. Pre Focus
Very Important step. Have someone or something in frame where you will be, set focus, change
to Manual Focus to lock the focus. The Shoot
4. Close Down
Use a smaller aperture then you normally would if were behind the camera. This will help ensure
everyone is in focus. (5.6 is a good starting point)
5. Use a Remote &/or the timer
This will allow you to sit relaxed and get the shots you want. An there's no running to beat the
shutter! Take series of photos to show interactions.
6. Don't Always be Serious
Have fun! Make faces, let kids pose/come up with ideas, try new things. Just be sure to have fun!
They don't even have to be elaborate photos. Use a point and shoot or cell phone and do the whole arm extended group shot. As long as you are together in the photo that's what matters! So get out there take some photos and enjoy making memories.
Another option is to hire your favorite photographer and have them do the work for you and then you can just enjoy the process and end results!!!
So you don't like you photo taken? Neither do I!!! Get over it! Get dolled up so you feel great, it will help you want to get in front of the camera. No matter what you look like your kids wont care. They just want to know who you were, what you like and what you looked like at 20, 25, 30, 30, 50 and on. Also they want to see you interacting with them in photos. Do it before its too late, time is not guaranteed. Photo's remind us of loved ones once they are no longer with us and of those great times we once had.
Need ideas how to take self portraits? Here are some tips.
1. Use a Tripod
Not necessary item, but definitely makes it easier.
2. Choose your setting, then your settings
Prep the area you will be shooting. Be sure it is not cluttered. Pay attention to the light and
cameras vantage point. Set your aperture, ISO, Shutter & White Balance.
3. Pre Focus
Very Important step. Have someone or something in frame where you will be, set focus, change
to Manual Focus to lock the focus. The Shoot
4. Close Down
Use a smaller aperture then you normally would if were behind the camera. This will help ensure
everyone is in focus. (5.6 is a good starting point)
5. Use a Remote &/or the timer
This will allow you to sit relaxed and get the shots you want. An there's no running to beat the
shutter! Take series of photos to show interactions.
6. Don't Always be Serious
Have fun! Make faces, let kids pose/come up with ideas, try new things. Just be sure to have fun!
They don't even have to be elaborate photos. Use a point and shoot or cell phone and do the whole arm extended group shot. As long as you are together in the photo that's what matters! So get out there take some photos and enjoy making memories.
Another option is to hire your favorite photographer and have them do the work for you and then you can just enjoy the process and end results!!!
Copyright - Why is it important
Everyone always hears photographer and many other artist talk about copyright infringement. Do you know what it means? Or that something you can break copyright without even realizing it?
What is copyright?
Copyright is a legal concept, enacted by most governments, that grants the creator of an original work exclusive rights to its use and distribution, usually for a limited time, with the intention of enabling the creator of intellectual wealth (e.g. the photographer of a photograph or the author of a book) to receive compensation for their work and be able to financially support themselves.
Copyright is a form of intellectual property (as patents, trademarks and trade secrets are), applicable to any expressible form of an idea or information that is substantive and discrete. It is often shared, then percentage holders are commonly called rightsholders: legally, contractually and in associated "rights" business functions.[citation needed] Generally rightsholders have "the right to copy", but also the right to be credited for the work, to determine who may adapt the work to other forms, who may perform the work, who may financially benefit from it, and other related rights. (www.wikipedia.com)
Ok so that's the formal definition. Here it is in lemans term. You can not copy, reproduce, alter or change any image in any way with out written consent from the creator. Basically no changes or printing without permission.
So you are probably saying well if I have a session and buy a CD what Can I do with my images. With each photographer it is different so be sure to have them explain it. KRP Photography NEVER gives a copyright release to anyone which means we still own all photos. However we do give a print release. What is the difference? Copyright release means you will own the images not me. Print Release means I am giving you permission to print photos but not alter.
Here is an example of what is included in a Print Release:
To Whom It May Concern: The bearer of this notice (“Bearer”) has purchased high-resolution digital files from his/her photography session with KRP Photography. Bearer is hereby granted permission by KRP Photography to reproduce the images and make an unlimited number of prints, for personal use only. This permission applies worldwide. Bearer agrees that he/she may not use any KRP Photography images for commercial or editorial purposes, or enter any KRP Photography images into competition without the express written permission of KRP Photography. KRP Photography retains the copyright to all images, per USC Title 17 (US Copyright Law).
Copyright
and Licensing Notice: KRP Photography
retains all copyright to the photographs.
Photos cannot be altered in any way. The images that are being provided
to you are licensed to you for any reasonable personal purposes, including but
not limited to: printing, copying, emailing, and web publishing. Your license
does not include use that results in financial gain, including but not limited
to: advertising, stock photography, print sale profits, or resale of any
nature. Your purchase of the original files releases KRP Photography from any
liability due to loss or damage of the images, and also releases KRP
Photography from any obligation to maintain copies of any digital file, image,
or photograph. You hereby grant to KRP Photography the right to use and publish
images and photographs taken at your photography session to further promote its
service, including portfolio, web site, display, advertisement, and editorial
use. KRP Photography agrees to limit the use of these images and photographs to
promotional use only.
KRP
Photography may revoke this license at any time and for any reason. KRP
Photography retains all copyrights to the images and derivative works thereof.
By using any of these images, you are agreeing to the above terms.
What is copyright?
Copyright is a legal concept, enacted by most governments, that grants the creator of an original work exclusive rights to its use and distribution, usually for a limited time, with the intention of enabling the creator of intellectual wealth (e.g. the photographer of a photograph or the author of a book) to receive compensation for their work and be able to financially support themselves.
Copyright is a form of intellectual property (as patents, trademarks and trade secrets are), applicable to any expressible form of an idea or information that is substantive and discrete. It is often shared, then percentage holders are commonly called rightsholders: legally, contractually and in associated "rights" business functions.[citation needed] Generally rightsholders have "the right to copy", but also the right to be credited for the work, to determine who may adapt the work to other forms, who may perform the work, who may financially benefit from it, and other related rights. (www.wikipedia.com)
Ok so that's the formal definition. Here it is in lemans term. You can not copy, reproduce, alter or change any image in any way with out written consent from the creator. Basically no changes or printing without permission.
So you are probably saying well if I have a session and buy a CD what Can I do with my images. With each photographer it is different so be sure to have them explain it. KRP Photography NEVER gives a copyright release to anyone which means we still own all photos. However we do give a print release. What is the difference? Copyright release means you will own the images not me. Print Release means I am giving you permission to print photos but not alter.
Here is an example of what is included in a Print Release:
To Whom It May Concern: The bearer of this notice (“Bearer”) has purchased high-resolution digital files from his/her photography session with KRP Photography. Bearer is hereby granted permission by KRP Photography to reproduce the images and make an unlimited number of prints, for personal use only. This permission applies worldwide. Bearer agrees that he/she may not use any KRP Photography images for commercial or editorial purposes, or enter any KRP Photography images into competition without the express written permission of KRP Photography. KRP Photography retains the copyright to all images, per USC Title 17 (US Copyright Law).
If at anytime you unsure about what you would like to do with a photo that KRP photography took, please ask first so we can avoid any infringements. Thank you for taking the time to read!
Thursday, February 6, 2014
How to get Natural Smiles from Children
Everyone has that moment where you are all set for you photos, hair is done, clothes are pressed and clean, you have the perfect location and then you get ready to take the photo and you get that wonderful cheesy smile. The one everyone has gotten at some point ( even myself as a professional photography get that smile from my son).
You think to yourself how can I get a real smile. Here are a few tips.
1. Act Silly - Do anything to make them laugh for real, sing a silly song, make faces, jump around.
The sillier you feel the better response you will probably get.
2. Don't Say Cheese - Say anything else, pickles, pizza, puppies, etc
3. Don't Smile ( or do any face BUT smile) - tell the kids not to smile and usually they start to laugh
or have them make their favorite silly face, then you make yours and it should cause the giggles.
4. Make the session fun! - take breaks, make it a game, run around all the things to keep the kids
busy but ready to take a photo here and there.
5. Seeing is believing - if all else fails show them a photo of the silly smile and a good smile so they
can see the difference in the two.
Here area few of my favs:
You think to yourself how can I get a real smile. Here are a few tips.
1. Act Silly - Do anything to make them laugh for real, sing a silly song, make faces, jump around.
The sillier you feel the better response you will probably get.
2. Don't Say Cheese - Say anything else, pickles, pizza, puppies, etc
3. Don't Smile ( or do any face BUT smile) - tell the kids not to smile and usually they start to laugh
or have them make their favorite silly face, then you make yours and it should cause the giggles.
4. Make the session fun! - take breaks, make it a game, run around all the things to keep the kids
busy but ready to take a photo here and there.
5. Seeing is believing - if all else fails show them a photo of the silly smile and a good smile so they
can see the difference in the two.
Here area few of my favs:
Monday, February 3, 2014
Phone Photography Tips
In todays day and age almost all phones have a camera. Most of those cameras are close to comparable to many point and shoot cameras you can buy. So why carry both. Most don't. In todays post I am gonna share a few tips on how to get better phone photos.
1. Hold the phone like you would a camera - this will provide stability and balance needed
2. Don't zoom with the internal zoom, zoom with your feet - avoids blur and grain
4. Light - the lower the light the more grain you will have in your photo
5. Set resolution and quality settings to the highest settings
6. Keep camera as still as possible to avoid blur
7. Move around and try different angles
8. Clean the lens - your phone is in a pocket most of the time, it can collect a lot of dirt
10. Clutter - try to avoid to much going on in your photo, more pleasing to the eye
All the photos above were taken with my iphone. I definitely use my dslr for big events and those moments I want great photos for. But my phone works for the everyday items or the random things you find during the day( I seem to take a lot of photos of bugs).
Hope these tips help you improve your phone photography!
1. Hold the phone like you would a camera - this will provide stability and balance needed
2. Don't zoom with the internal zoom, zoom with your feet - avoids blur and grain
3. Shoot the same thing a few times - this will help get the best photo
9. Process - You can use an in phone app or download to your computer and use software
All the photos above were taken with my iphone. I definitely use my dslr for big events and those moments I want great photos for. But my phone works for the everyday items or the random things you find during the day( I seem to take a lot of photos of bugs).
Hope these tips help you improve your phone photography!
Friday, January 31, 2014
February Casting Call & January Review
Well in January I put out a call for someone willing to wear a brightly colored dress in the snow and someone who wanted to do photos in a library. I had people answer that call.
Here are a few from those sessions:
FEBRUARY CASTING CALL:
KRP Photography is currently seeking models for the following types of photo shoots. These are very specific and all criteria must be met to quality. The participant will receive digital files with a print release at no cost in exchange for participating. Participants are required to sign a model release for the images so KRP Photography can use them for internet, media and print advertising. Interested applicants should email KRP Photography at krpphotography@comcast.net with the wors "Casting Call Response" in the subject line. Spaces are very limited and will be filled on first come first serve basis for those who meet all criteria.
This month I am looking for models for 2 sessions:
1. Steampunk/Gothic themed photo session. Attire is NOT provided. Please contact me if you are interested and be prepared to send me a photo of the outfit you have in mind.
2. A Pointe Dancer willing to dance in their shoes outside. I have a cool graffiti bridge location I would like to take some photos at.
Thank you for your interest and I look forward to hearing from you. If you are interested in either of these sessions please email me today so we can set up a time!
Stay tuned for next months session ideas!!!
Here are a few from those sessions:
FEBRUARY CASTING CALL:
KRP Photography is currently seeking models for the following types of photo shoots. These are very specific and all criteria must be met to quality. The participant will receive digital files with a print release at no cost in exchange for participating. Participants are required to sign a model release for the images so KRP Photography can use them for internet, media and print advertising. Interested applicants should email KRP Photography at krpphotography@comcast.net with the wors "Casting Call Response" in the subject line. Spaces are very limited and will be filled on first come first serve basis for those who meet all criteria.
This month I am looking for models for 2 sessions:
1. Steampunk/Gothic themed photo session. Attire is NOT provided. Please contact me if you are interested and be prepared to send me a photo of the outfit you have in mind.
2. A Pointe Dancer willing to dance in their shoes outside. I have a cool graffiti bridge location I would like to take some photos at.
Thank you for your interest and I look forward to hearing from you. If you are interested in either of these sessions please email me today so we can set up a time!
Stay tuned for next months session ideas!!!
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