Plant Portraits – Easy Indoor Plants

Indoor plants in portraits I am a portrait photographer and I normally just take pictures of people. Here I am turning the camera towards some of my plants. I’m no export on growing plants but I do enjoy having them around, and feel that they just do something for a space. They are nice toContinue reading “Plant Portraits – Easy Indoor Plants”

5 Tips for Good Portrait Sessions – Working with Photographers

Successful Portrait Session I have been shooting models, actors, families and others for a number of years now and have 5 suggestions that I think will be helpful for those considering a shoot especially for the first time. 1. The Appointment.Sit down and discuss with the photographer the purpose of the photography and what youContinue reading “5 Tips for Good Portrait Sessions – Working with Photographers”

Remembering President Barack Obama’s 2009 Inauguration

Barack Obama’s inauguration viewed from the National Mall in Washinton, jam-packed with peaceful attendees. It was a freezing cold January day in 2009 when we stood in a massive orderly crowd as President Barack Hussein Obama was sworn into office. Those were peaceful times and security was not as tight.. On Monday crowds strolled theContinue reading “Remembering President Barack Obama’s 2009 Inauguration”

Family Portraits in the Park

Holidays when families gather is a perfect time for portraits! During Christmas the Gorhams’ 3 daughters were in town as well as additional family members.  Many pictures were taken including small groups – the parents, the sisters, the aunts, the cousins – and the whole group. The shoot took place on Christmas eve in beautifulContinue reading “Family Portraits in the Park”

Dance and party like a good family should

Cousins Mike and Janie had the opportunity to dance and enjoy each others’ company at a family event.  One lives up north and the other in the south.  Many times family only has the chance to get together at funerals or sad occasions.  This was at Janie’s brother’s retirement party and a good time wasContinue reading “Dance and party like a good family should”

Family Portrait Photography

Family portrait photography capturing the love. Now is the time for family photos! Family pictures become priceless family treasures. Portraits can be taken wherever you like. In your home, in the studio, on your boat, or your favorite park. Gather your favorite people and let’s make some pictures! Facebook

Weekly Photo Challenge: Mine – My Bookshelf

Weekly Photo Challenge: Mine

When I think of “Mine” I think of my office and my bookcase which helps describe me. It is full of Bibles, photography books, John Grisham and Walter Mosely novels, magazines, history books, and stuff. My stuff!

Marital Bliss

Marital Bliss

A couple who has enjoyed many years of marital bliss. I photographed a friend’s family get together. It was a barbecue with family gathering from different parts of the country. Numerous pictures were taken but these two images of the grandparents are the ones stand out for me.

Not your everyday dentist office.

One of last week’s assignments was a photo shoot for Ambiance Dental Spa in Bowie, MD. It’s not your everyday dental practice.  Dr. Clarine Green Hightower describes it as a dental spa and you will know what she means when you walk in and see the warm colors, comfortable seating, and patient friendly operatories (I just learned thatContinue reading “Not your everyday dentist office.”

Said he didn’t like taking pictures. First photo shoot.

Model:  Eric A. An unplanned photo shoot sometimes can turn out to be one of the best.  I met and photographed Eric on the same day.  He had accompanied a friend on a photo shoot. At first he said he was not interested in taking pictures   Later I found him to be open andContinue reading “Said he didn’t like taking pictures. First photo shoot.”

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