I went through my portfolio earlier this week, seeking the perfect PotW. One of the biggest things that can make or break a photo session is the local, so for this weeks Photo of the Week: One-of-a-kind locations will be discussed. And as a special treat, I have chosen two…
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Photo of the Week: Colour Accenting Photos
It’s been quite a while since I have taken a look at my old photos and school portfolio when I was attending the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology way back in 2013. I attended the Journalism program majoring in Photojournalism. Though the program focuses generally on news and photography media…
Continue ReadingUsing Photo Gels for Product Photography
During the #stayhome Covid-19 days, I have continued to experiment with different techniques such as using photo gels for product photography. As you have read on previous posts, this is what I have been doing to keep myself busy and my creativity following during the pandemic. While the photography is…
Continue ReadingPhoto of the Week: When Nature Calls
Photo of the Week: When nature calls is my first jab at doing product photography. A couple years back, I was asked by an old friend, Will (who was opening his own company, Oak+Tonic) asked if I would be interested in photographing some of his products that he planned on…
Continue ReadingShooting Product Photography from Home
As mentioned in a previous post, I’ve been focusing on shooting product photography from home during the global shut down due to Covid-19. I would love to be working with ‘real’ clients in the the flesh, but we must be smart to protect our population. So how does a…
Continue ReadingPhoto of the Week: Only the Strong Survive
Photo of the Week: Only the strong survive is a perfect title to this piece. Being late fall, temperatures averaging around 5 degrees and water temperatures hovering around freezing, Ashley, my amazing model showcased what it meant to be a professional. I understand that I promised our readers that PofW…
Continue ReadingDIY Photographic Ideas
I have been wanting to try out some new techniques and equipment with photography for a long time. I was highly restricted previously living in a 500 sq foot condo. It sure didn’t leave space for much photographic experiment or equipment. Now that I have a personal space for…
Continue ReadingCreative Photography at Home during Covid-19
While many of us self-isolate and work from home, it easy to go stir-crazy. Being stuck inside, restricted from going on with our normal lives is very daunting. Being a creative, it’s even harder to find an appropriate outlet to release these juices. I will be completely honest, I hadn’t…
Continue ReadingYour Covid-19 Update from District 12 Photographics
What a year it has already been in 2020. The snow is still not melted in Calgary and it’s basically April. Will Spring arrive? Eventually it will but what’s most important during the Covid-19 Pandemic is that you remain safe, healthy and in isolation. We are so happy to see…
Continue ReadingPhoto of the Week: It’s Never too Cold for Family
In this Photo of the Week edition, it’s never too cold for family photos. Although most people love updating their photos in spring, summer and fall, there are the few that love the winter wonderland that surrounds us yearly. The Atkinson family was one who wanted to take advantage of…
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