Monday, April 28, 2008

photoshop photoshop, Oh photo photoshop

(That should be sung to the tune of the old song Lollipop, which, incidentally, my best friend at age 8 (her name was Cassie) and I made up a whole lip sync routine to in her bedroom one sleepover. We thought we were pretty fabulous.)

I've been working through a bunch of photoshop tutorials in an effort to hone my craft. One of these months I'm going to have my own photography business, and I need to continue mastering the necessary skills, both in camera and post-production. It's easy to tell myself that I need more/better equipment before I get into it, but the truth of the matter is that I have enough "stuff" to take really great photos. All I need to improve is my skills. It's easy to get discouraged when I look at some other photographer's websites, but I'm realizing that a lot of what I like about their pictures is the post-production effects. You do have to start out with a good photo, but from there you can really make it pop.

I also have to come up with a business name. I have a few photographer friends who use their names in their business title, but that doesn't appeal to me. I want a name that is fun and somewhat whimsical, but is well-suited for me. Feel free to share any ideas.

Here's a picture from last summer I was working with.

7 comments:

Debra said...

You are very disciplined to work on the technique rather than supplement with more equipment. I think you're right--much of the "magic" happens with the help of the computer. You have all the skills to capture a great photo and I have no doubt it won't be long until you've mastered post-production as well. And for the record, I'm already envious of your abilities. Don't you dare be discouraged!

andrea said...

I can completely relate! I sat in front of my computer crying yesterday because I just can't get all my expensive new stuff to do what I want it to do for myself as a would be fabric designer. It can be very frustrating and alone to try to work from home. Especially when you need HELP!! So I feel your pain. Although, I did notice this blog sussy. She is in Utah and has photoshop classes. She is a photographer.

I hope everything going on with David and work gets smoothed out.
love ya!

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Native Minnow said...

My brother (Dr Psycho) has become quite good with his post-production in photoshop. Perhaps he could give you some tips. He keeps trying to give me some, but I'm too lazy to implement them.

Kirbell said...

It's my secret ambition to be a photographer. Good thing I have NO equipment. *Sigh*

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Kirbell said...

I thought of a name...but it does incorporate YOUR name...ready.....

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