- First, I must apologize, no photos this time around. I'm working on them as I type this so I'll try and post again in the next few days with some.
- It's getting close to Thanksgiving and I wanted to wish everyone a happy one while I had the chance, in between working on photos. Business is picking up and that definitely gives me something to be thankful for, along with the support love from my family.
- Speaking of support from family, I want to thank my wife (because I can't thank her enough) for her help Saturday night. There is no way I could have made it through the night without you.
- Saturday night the Cheyenne Symphony Orchestra held their annual fundraising event, the Symphony Ball. It's a black tie event with dinner, dancing and a silent auction filled with donated items. This year I was asked to provide photography services at the event for the guests, and of course I jumped at the opportunity. As a thank you to the Symphony for providing me with the chance, I am giving back and donating 50% of each order total to the Symphony.
- I'm sure that most people felt that it was bit like being at a prom, but I kept it simple with no out-of-place decorations or balloons and used what I felt was a classy background. As such I think it was a very successful evening. The first two hours were constant, it was only once dinner was starting to be served that it slowed down for us to catch our breath. I shot the photos and my lovely wife displayed them for the guests to choose their favorites. I felt everyone was very happy with the ability to see and choose their photo before hand. I would make a few changes on our workflow but I think overall it was a very smooth and pleasurable experience.
- A sincere Thank You to everyone that stopped by to have their photo taken and to make the experience far better than I expected. It's because of your patronage that we are able to donate almost $500 to the Cheyenne Symphony Orchestra. I'm spending the next few days working on the photos in hopes to have them submitted to the printer this weekend. Barring any holiday delays and printing issues, they may be available sooner than anticipated (but don't hold me to that).
- Other than that I've been busy with family photos, business portraits, and various other projects. I've even started talking with brides about weddings for 2008 (start booking now to reserve your dates!). Next year is already starting to look busier than this one.
- Have a Happy Thanksgiving everyone, and again, Thank You to those who stopped by to have their photos taken at the Symphony Ball.
2007/11/20
2007/11/02
More information about the Extreme Makeover: Home Edition on ABC's website:
http://blogs.abc.com/emhe/
Some of the photos there are mine... can you guess which ones?
2007/10/29
The new website is up!! ....well mostly.
I still have a lot of content to write and images to upload but at least it's a start:
The Cheyenne,WY episode of Extreme Makeover: Home Edition airs on Sunday, November 4th:
From the TVGuide.com listing:
ABC Sun, Nov 4
8:00 PM
Episode Detail: Miller Family - Extreme Makeover: Home Edition
Radon was found to be poisoning the Miller family of Cheyenne, Wyo., which takes in stray and abused animals. While Ty and his crew make their house safe, the Millers head east on vacation. In New York, they take in a soccer game and meet David Beckham, who has a surprise for 10-year-old David. Back in Cheyenne, Wynonna entertains Ty and crew.
Hopefully, by then or soon after I'll have a gallery of images I took for behind-the-scenes. I'm still waiting to get them back from the powers that be. I do have some I cold put up but was really hoping to get a lot more to put up.
Other than that, I'm still pluging away on photos from various sessions and should hopefully have a new gallery or two up at the end of the week. Read More......
2007/10/22
Busy Busy Busy... As usual, but right now I have a few minutes to post while my computer is doing some batch processing and printing.
There are three new portraits sessions posted at my Events and Sessions galleries located at http://shutter-vision.instaproofs.com/. These were the famlies that joined us for the Daycare Portraits and BBQ session a few weeks ago, and despite the winds, I think we had a lot of fun. Look for another one of these sessions to take place in the spring.
I think the fall season has just about had it. The high winds over the last week and last nights snow have made sure about that. I may be one of the few people actually looking forward to winter. If we can get some early enough snowfall, there are Holiday Family Portraits to be taken.
I also currently have a few evenings available and Halloween is just around the corner. We can arrange a session for when you have time, or if enough people express interest, lets line up some sessions for that night to photograph all your little monsters and gouls.
ReDesigns... I just revamped my MySpace page in preparation for my new website revamp as well. The redesigned website, http://www.shutter-vision.com/, should hopefully be up by the end of next weekend. The coding is basically done, I just have the content to write and the galleries to build. I think even if I can't get those done in time I'll get the site up at least in a minimal fashion.
One last thing... as most of you know I worked on Behind-The-Scenes coverage of an episode of Extreme Makeover: Home Edition that was filmed here back in August. My stuff won't see any air time, my job was to cover and document the stuff you don't see on TV. The construction company that was in charge of the project, Carter Brother's Construction, will be putting together a video using photos from another photographer and I, and video from a video crew. This video will be used as a thank you to everyone that put time and money into the project. Anyway... I've been told that the air date for the episode will be Nov. 4th, mark your calendars and check your local listings.
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Once again I've been slacking off on my blogging duties. No excuse other than too much work and not enough time, as usual.
A week and a half ago we had the special session day with my daughters daycare. We got together for a little BBQ and Family Portraits. Turned out really nice and I think it's something I would like to do again. Only problem, it was the windiest day we've had in a while. Hair was blowing all over, making things a bit difficult, but we worked through it. I'll be sure to post ahead of time when I do it again. You can also send me an e-mail to be added to a mailing list and I can notify you when I do it again. I should have photos to share next week.
This last weekend I grabbed the family and ran for the hills. No other reason other to get out of town for a bit. We met up with my Mom and My sister and her new boyfriend. Actually my mom is staying up there though this weekend. Must be nice. The aspen trees were beautiful, while they lasted. roaring winds each night ripped the leaves from the trees by the hand-fulls. Except for a shoot with the Turbitt women, I left my camera in the bag. I've only had a chance to work on a few of them (I'm still working on the family portraits from Vedauwoo, hopefully I finish those up this weekend)...
I got an e-mail on Thursday from the Wyoming Game and Fish Department for some last-minute product shots they needed. I just finished that up this evening, did take as long as I expected. I've been working with them since April, photographing product for their catalog and website store. There are a couple images here and there up on the website store, mixed in with the old ones they are trying to replace, but right now they are trying to concentrate on getting the catalog done. I think it's turned out to be a bigger project than they expected, I know it has been for me. I did see a glimpse of the working proof and I must say it looks far better than what they had before, I can't wait to see the final print.
Now... I'm procrastinating going to bed thinking about the up-coming projects I have....
I do have a couple evenings and some time next weekend (20th and 21st) to photograph some last minute Fall Foliage Portraits. If you're interested give me a ring or drop me a e-mail ASAP. While I think most of the trees outside of town (Vedauwoo) will be bare, there are still a few areas in town with color, but it won't last long, and neither will these time slots.
2007/09/27
Again... busy busy busy, been hard to take the time to update the blog as often as I would like.
The business trip to Vegas was great, very educational, and had a little time in the evening to mill about like a tourist. I haven't even had a chance o look at the photos I took yet.
We're holding a BBQ and Family Photo Session with some families from my daughter's daycare this Saturday up at Vedauwoo, going to try and work in some fall colors before they're gone. If there is anyone else in the area that would like to get involved, contact me and we'll discuss the details.
-KT-
2007/09/03
Starting with something different...
I'm going to start things off today with a photo I took on the way home form the Extreme Makeover project. I was at the top of the hill just east of town and saw this, I had to stop. After snapping a few frames I took a few moments and watched the sun sink behind the horizon. I don't get a chance to photograph nature as often as I like, but I think I need to take the time to do it more.
I have the gallery for Azure and Andrew's wedding posted at: http://Shutter-Vision.instaproofs.com Hope you guys enjoy them.
And if you haven't hoticed I've changed the lay-out of my blog recently. I'm working on revamping my website here soon and adjust things here and on my MySpace. Keep an eye on my website for changes to come soon (within the next month): www.Shutter-Vision.com Read More......
2007/08/28
It's been a busy busy week...
Well, I'm finally "finished" with the Extreme Makeover: Home Edition project, well at least the photography part anyway. In a couple of weeks I'll start editing the photos and hopefully start creating a gallery to post the images. I'm still limited to what I can show until the episode airs (so far thy're saying November) so don't expect much other than exterior construction shots.
Before I can get to that though I have a few other things going on. This weekend I just photographed a wonderful wedding in the Cheyenne Botanic Gardens. It was a bit warm that day, but the ceremony was short and sweet. After the formal group photos we had a chance to take a few quick photos of just the couple that I think turned out really well. The reception was a small intimate affair held at the Train Depot downtown. I should have the photos posted in a gallery at the end of the week, but until then, here's a teaser...
Following what's sure to be a long, grueling, day of work on the Tuesday after Labor Day Weekend, I'm out of town for the rest of the week on a business trip... Photoshop World in Las Vegas. As neither my wife or I have been there before I'm going to try and limit myself as to what I see and do until a time where we can both go. That means no Star Trek Experience, yes, sadly we are both a kind-of of trekkies, though we hide it well. I'm not sure how much time I'll have to see the sites anyway. Photoshop World is a huge event for photographers and digital artists and there's always something going on. I should be back rejuvinated and eager to try out new techniques.
That being said, the second half of September is going to be a great time for photos. I'll have new ideas to try out. The fall colors will be starting to come any time now (you can already fill the chill in the morning air). I'm looking at setting aside one weekend for Family Portraits at Vedauwoo. Right now I'm looking at the 22nd or the 29th depending on weather and the colors. If you're interested give me a call, drop me an e-mail, or leave a comment here. What might be nice is to make it a big event with a potluck BBQ one evening and take a few family portraits at once. Hmmm... The gears are now turning.... Read More......
2007/08/18
I can now let the cat out of the bag about the "Top Secret" project... well... at least his head so he can breath a bit... I'm still limited as to what I can say and can't show any photos yet but here ya go:
Over the next week I'm going to be covering a lot of behind-the-scene progress for the TV show Extreme Makeover Home Edition. My job is to essentially highlight the activities of the Vendors and Volunteers. Without the donations of materials, money, and time of these companies and people, a project like this would not be possible. For more information, visit the builder's site here: Carter Brothers Construction
If you're in the area, you can also volunteer to help through the link on their site.
As soon as I find out, I'll post the air date for the show.
...And before anyone asks I can't use or post any photographs of the show's stars.
2007/08/13
August is turning out to be a full month...
My anniversary was on the 4th, unfortunately I was sick most of the weekend. We were able to at least relax and make it to a couple of movies.
This week I'm working on wrapping up a project with the Wyoming Department of Health. I did a infant photography session for their PRAMS program. In a few days they'll have their final images selected for use for on posters and brochures.
Last night I finished up the photos for Elizabeth and David of a very nice wedding in the Cheyenne Botanic Gardens and posted them in the gallery: http://Shutter-Vision.instaproofs.com
Starting this Friday, I begin work on a week long "Top Secret" project. No... Really... I even had to sign a non-disclosure agreement. I will post more about it when I can, hopefully by the beginning of next week.
Sprinkle in a wedding and a couple portrait sessions, it's shaping up to be a busy month. I'm just glad my wife is supporting me in all this and trying to help out where she can. Thanks and Love ya wifey.
2007/07/30
I just finished up with some photos from a great engagement session I had with Azure and Andrew a week ago. The photos can be found at my event galleries located at: http://Shutter-Vision.instaproofs.com
2007/07/17
Unfortunately I haven't been posting to my blog as much as I would like. Not enough time in the day. At times it feels like I'm trying to squeeze 26hrs into a 24hr timeframe.
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department project is still keeping be pretty busy. I'm about half way through the latest batch of product they've given me. I'm really looking forward to seeing how the catalog is going to turn out.
Wedding Season has kicked in. I've photographed a couple really nice weddings so far this summer. I'm really happy with the photography I've provided this year and I'm sure the brides are as well. I think the new techniques I learned in Breckenridge at the Colorado Workshops really paid off. My weddings and portraits galleries can be found at: Shutter-Vision.instaproofs.com
I also have another project in the works that I'll reveal as time permits.
2007/05/27
Changes...
2007/05/01
As you may, or may not, know, in addition to my photography business, my day job is as a photographer for a local catalog company here in Cheyenne: Sierra Trading Post. There I mostly photograph product for the catalog where my specialty is "hard goods," or, basically anything that is not clothing. I do some clothing here and there when needed but mostly I am responsible for product ranging from cufflinks and watches to large 8-person tents and bed sets. Most of it involves shooting the same type of product over and over... it's amazing how many styles and manufactures of sunglasses there are.
On the Shutter-Vision side of things, I recently picked up a contract with the Wyoming Game and Fish Department to photograph product for their Catalog and Online Gift Shop. It's come at a time where I have some personal situations in transition. but I believe once I get the ball rolling there and get over the initial crunch with the product, and as things slow down a bit over the next couple of weeks at home, it should go pretty smoothly.
In a personal note... Brodie gets her cast off on Wednesday, assuming everything goes well at the appointment. I can't believe it's been 4 weeks already. She definitely hasn't let it slow her down. At day care she tries to climb the climbing wall and ladder on the play set, though they don't let her. Last thing we need is for her to slip and have something else happen. There have been a couple times where she's made it half way up while they were briefly distracted by another child... I wouldn't be surprised if she planned that. Needless to say though she was not happy when they would take her down. Yesterday when I picked her up she wanted to jump of their front porch like she used to before the cast, that porch is nearly as tall as she is. I didn't let her but she did jump off the bottom step. It's going to be interesting watching her readapt to life without the cast. She'll be glad to have it off but we'll really have to work with her leg to get her back to normal. I think it'll be a quick recovery though, if the way she adapted to the cast was any indication.
Until next time...
Be Good or Be Good at it
-Keith
2007/04/06
It's been a crazy week to say the least.
On Sunday I did a shoot at Vedauwoo in 35mph winds, wasn't that windy in town when we left. It was actually less windy than the day before when we originally planned the shoot. That's Wyoming for you. To add to the fun there was still an inch or two of snow on the ground from Friday, where in town it had all nearly melted. Despite the challenges, I still think we got exactly what we wanted.
On Monday, 2yr old little girl, Brodie, broke her leg at day care. We're not sure exactly what happened, just that she was going down the slide and when she got to the bottom she started crying. Everyone's best guess is that her foot somehow got caught at the bottom when she was coming off the slide or she just came off the slide wrong and it twisted her leg. It's kinda cute though... you ask her how she hurt her leg and she sticks out her bottom lip in a pout and simply says "Slide." She is handling it extremely well for a 2yr old I think. She doesn't act like she's in any pain, she always has a smile on her face, and she only gets a little fussy when she wants to move and do something. If we hold her hands she'll walk on it, awkwardly of course but she's trying. The cast is only going to be on on 4 weeks, but I think it'll be a looong 4 weeks.
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2007/03/26
I got a chance to shoot one of the local ranches for #1 Properties. It was an amazing place. It's about 15 minutes north of Cheyenne. There are several barn structures, one dedicated to show cattle. There was a huge freezer in the barn for keeping cattle during the summer months, but it's not for what you would think. We're talking live cattle, not slabs of meet. This is done to help promote hair growth so the cattle can be given a somewhat stylized hair cut for the shows.
It's a large 880 acre property that costs more than I could ever hope to afford, but I would love a hunk of property like that. There are trees all around the home, but the rest of the land is typical SouthEast Wyoming property, open. You can still just make out the mountains of Colorado to the SouthWest and the Vedauwoo rock formations to the West.
It started out as a really nice morning. I arrived shortly after 8am. I talked with the agent and the owner for about 15 minutes about what they wanted, after that I pretty much had free reign of the property. Four barn structures (one was actually an insulated and heated workshop) and the house were in fairly close proximity, so I spent the bulk of the morning there. As time passed the clouds increased in number, making things a lot more difficult than I would have liked. The last half hour was almost complete overcast, so I had to make the best of what I was getting.
All in all though it was a great day. I wish I could get out a lot more like that. It was just one of those experiences that helps to remind me why I love photography so much.
2007/03/25
Welcome to my blog. I'm not sure how this is going to work out, I've never really done this type of thing, but I thought this may be a good way to keep people up to date with what I'm doing and where my photography is headed. I think it may be a useful tool to help keep me on track as well. Thanks for reading and I hope to have many fruitful posts in the near future.
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