After a long wait, I've just received the verdict from the Bathurst Regional Gallery about my exhibition proposal for 2011 or 2012. Unfortunately, it wasn't the news I was hoping for, as my proposal was unsuccessful.
However, I did get some positive feedback about my application. In the letter I received, it stated that my "application had both a strong focus and consistent approach, and is one which I would encourage you to pursue. It is an exhibition which would be of great interest to the audiences who attend the Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, and something which I am sure they would consider for exhibition in the Wattle Foyer gallery space".
As well as the Bathurst Entertainment Centre, I've had people suggest other spaces that I could use for my planned exhibition. One such place has been in Sydney.
I haven't given up on showing my work yet. The question just remains as to where it will be shown. I'll keep you posted.
Friday, June 25, 2010
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
Lauren Plendelith's family session
The other weekend, I had the opportunity to photograph Lauren Plendelith's family portrait. The location for their portrait session was on Lauren's parents property just outside of Bathurst. It was a great location to use. Lots of long dry grassy fields, bushland and a shearing shed that oozed character.
Everyone was relaxed and happy to be themselves in front of the camera, and we had a lot of fun during the portrait session.
Monday, June 7, 2010
Things to consider when choosing a wedding photographer
Over the weekend, I read an article about things to consider when selecting a wedding photographer. I found some of the points that the article made were important enough to share in this blog.
1. PERSONALITY
One of the first things to consider is the connection you get with the photographer. You will be spending most of the day with your photographer so it's essential that your photographer makes you feel comfortable.
2. NO SURPRISES
Confirm that the photographer you meet with at your initial consultation will be the person taking your wedding photographs. If you don't know who will be working on the day, you won't be able to build the rapport needed and it will show in your photos.
3. FLEXIBLE AND ADAPTABLE
Make sure to talk to potential photographers and see how they respond to odd requests. This will help you decide if they have the talent and creativity to get the look you want.
4. ALLOCATE TIME
Be realistic about the time you spend taking photographs and allocate plenty for pre-ceromony and after the ceromony shots.
5. PASSION
If you want something special you need to find an artist that loves photography and will combine skill, talent and heart to capture your special day.
6. RESEARCH
Browse through full wedding albums if possible, and not just a gallery of their favourites. Make sure they are capable of creating what you expect at each and every wedding.
7. PRICING
Make sure you understand what you are paying for and that the pricing practices are up front and understandable.
8. STYLE AND APPROACH
Consider the photographer's style and approach to photographing a wedding and make sure it matches your taste and personality as a couple.
*article source: Ten things to consider when choosing a wedding photographer
Portfolio, The leading wedding photographers, vol. 3
Published by: Media ink
1. PERSONALITY
One of the first things to consider is the connection you get with the photographer. You will be spending most of the day with your photographer so it's essential that your photographer makes you feel comfortable.
2. NO SURPRISES
Confirm that the photographer you meet with at your initial consultation will be the person taking your wedding photographs. If you don't know who will be working on the day, you won't be able to build the rapport needed and it will show in your photos.
3. FLEXIBLE AND ADAPTABLE
Make sure to talk to potential photographers and see how they respond to odd requests. This will help you decide if they have the talent and creativity to get the look you want.
4. ALLOCATE TIME
Be realistic about the time you spend taking photographs and allocate plenty for pre-ceromony and after the ceromony shots.
5. PASSION
If you want something special you need to find an artist that loves photography and will combine skill, talent and heart to capture your special day.
6. RESEARCH
Browse through full wedding albums if possible, and not just a gallery of their favourites. Make sure they are capable of creating what you expect at each and every wedding.
7. PRICING
Make sure you understand what you are paying for and that the pricing practices are up front and understandable.
8. STYLE AND APPROACH
Consider the photographer's style and approach to photographing a wedding and make sure it matches your taste and personality as a couple.
*article source: Ten things to consider when choosing a wedding photographer
Portfolio, The leading wedding photographers, vol. 3
Published by: Media ink
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