At a recent workshop I attended in Atlanta, we were requested to ask ourselves, 'what is your path?'. In many ways, I had never really asked myself that question with regards to my photography. However, as soon as I asked the question - I knew the answer - and that is that my heart belongs to shooting all natural light, on-location (at client's homes or at various outdoor locations). This was so clear to me, as I had spent most of last year shooting away from my home studio - always gently nudging clients away from studio. For me, I love not knowing what to expect at each client's home. In essence - a new backdrop at every session! This allows for a fresh canvas so-to-speak, with numerous possibilities for creativity - both during the session and in post-processing after the session.
The other aspect of my path that I acknowledged is that I very much need and want to have a dedicated space (picture fabulous loft space somewhere in Toronto :-)). This would be a beautiful space where I would set up my office, consult with clients, and showcase my different product offerings and my work. This is very exciting, but obviously takes considerable planning before making it a reality.
For those that are still sticking with me in this longer-than-usual post - I would like to post some of my favorite on-location photographs - which will hopefully clarify for those of you reading - why shooting on-location with all natural light is the right path for me. Thanks for reading.
#1 - A great family with a fabulous bed...
#2 - A client's great bowl, blanket, and kitchen counter
#3 - New sisters - great purple bedspread...
#4 - Cutie-pie with Mom's lipstick...
#5 - Looking up from play...
#6 - High Park - lookin' out...
#7 - Ahh - what a great space to shoot in...
#8 - Making use of the artwork on the wall...
#9 - Fabulous grassy field on a warm summer day...
#10 - On older brothers bedspread - a favorite...
#11 - A boy in his room...
#12 - A bowl, a baby, some books, and a window...
#13 - A fun family game for anything...
#14 - Sweet babe and a great chair...
#15 - Gorgeous blue eyes in a sea of warm green colours...
11 comments:
I really enjoyed reading this post of yours!
You definitely have a gift for natural light photography. Good luck on all your new endeavors!
I think your path is a beautiful one.
What a gorgeous collection of images!
I love this post! So many awesome images i love them all!
What a great collection of images!
What a great collection of images
I agree that the excitement of a new-to-me location is what drives me to continue shooting on location. The variety offered is essential. It is obvious from your posted photographs that you excel in any location you are presented with.
what a beautiful variety! so natural and engaging ~ all of them
your natural light work is beautiful - can't wait to see the new PATH!
I can see why you are going down "your path" - these are such fun images!
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