People tend to think in two modes, visual and verbal. It is theorized that even when pushed to think verbally, they create images along with words. I find this fascinating, especially as a photographer. In a recent professional portrait session, I was challenged to capture images that convey the right concepts, words and feelings for a counseling student who is entering her practicum. It is essential to capture that information before picking up […]
I am brainstorming for a group shoot with an amazing ballerina who is coming to Dallas soon, and I was reviewing all of our old work together. Soooo many images…Too many. Too many that have focus issues, or other problems that my more critical eye is picking up. On one hand, it makes me feel great that I’m advancing. On the other hand, we had some great ideas, and concepts, […]
A few more thoughts on the differences between creative and non-creative work…Can you tell I’ve thought a lot about this? Working in technology for a mid-sized local company provides many opportunities for finding satisfaction and success. Completing a project on-time and on-budget, while exceeding on deliverables, sure. That’s totally satisfying. Catching a system problem before something “BAD” happens, Yup. I do enjoy the process of creating and implementing solutions, but […]
During the week, I run a small I.T. department for an amazing I.T. recruiting company. I love my job, the people I work with and much of my responsibilities. I’m happier here than at any previous company, and I can look in the mirror each day and know that I’m working for an ethical and smart organization. At other times, you will find me behind the camera, or, at the [...]