Saturday, August 15, 2009

Richard Thomas - "John Boy Walton"


I did this photo session several years ago for the Lexington Opera House. The image is on display in the studio and almost everytime someone sees it they stop and stare. They'll then ask, who is that, I know him. Yes everyone feels like they know "John Boy Walton", afterall we grew up with him for many years on telvision and who could forget the closing of the show. It was a wide shot of the house with only the illuminated windows showing and each of the brothers and sisters telling everyone goodnight and then turning off their lights.


Richard Thomas is a wonderful actor! He nailed the lead in 12 angry men here in Lexington and it was a powerful performance by everyone in the show. He is also an incredibly nice guy. Although he was running late from meeting and greeting prior to the evening performance he came to me on the set where I had the lights set and waiting and applologized for keeping me waiting and then proceeded to give me all the time I needed to capture a nice series of portraits for the Opera House Gallery.


Just thought you might enjoy the picture and the story behind it.

Saturday, August 8, 2009

So You Think You Can Dance!

I've gotten really into So You Think You Can Dance this season. Today I photographed a young man who is a High School Senior that may be one of the next great stars!

Will Goeghegan is an incredibly talented dancer with a determination and spirit that will take him as far as he wants to go in dance. During his senior portrait session we got to play a little and came up with some really cool photos.

Above are just a few of the ones I've had to time to work with.

I hope everyone enjoys the images and Will's dancing as much as I do.

Saturday, July 18, 2009

Indian Summer Camp for Kids with Cancer

I can't believe how awesome the camp is! The kids get to do some things that are unbelievable. The Louisville Fire and Rescue team come to camp for the week and let the kids scuba dive in the pool for treasure. That's right, a treasure dive. Get the key to Davey Jones locker from the bottom of the pool and get a treat from the locker.
What would any good camp be without a talent show. Here the Medical Staff are getting down to "Dancing Queen". Besides keeping the kids in good health during the week the Med staff is great fun and the kids love them!

Indian Summer Camp for Kids with Cancer



Wednesday was "lake day" for the campers. 23 Families volunteered their boats, gas and time to give the kids a chance to enjoy a day on the lake. This is the favorite day during the week.


The rains cut the day short but not before a ton of fun was had by all. There was fishing with pro bass fisherman, tubing behind some awesome wakeboard boats and just general fun on the water.
How about that catch? Have you ever seen a KY shark? Well, neither have we but with a little photoshop fun this young man has proof that he caught one.


Tuesday, July 14, 2009

Indian Summer Camp




The kids were treated to a visit by some of the University of Louisville and University of Kentucky Football Players and Womens Basketball Players.


The Louisville players gave game jerseys to the kids and autographed them as well.
















The players joined the campers, fishing, scuba diving, shooting bows and arrows, doing crafts and playing games. All of the athletes were wonderful young people! My hats off to them for taking the time out of their busy schedules to come spend some time with the kids.



There was also a motorcycle club that visited today. These folks brought their bikes for the kids to play on. They also brought doo rags, gogles and other items for the kids.



Indian Summer Camp
































Camp as always is unbelievable. Three bands donating their time and talents to come out and entertain the kids. The energy was awesome and to see the way the campers responded to not only hearing the bands but to meeting the musicians was a moving experience.


Daylight Divide, The Longshot Band and the Trouble with Boys were the bands. Hats off to all of you for coming out and making the evening one to remember.

Monday, July 13, 2009

Indian Sumer Camp for Children with Cancer


6 or 7 photographers from Central KY have volunteered to capture the fun of a week at camp for the kids. This is the 3rd years for us participating and it's incredible. We burn a dvd slide show and include the files for the kids to take home with them on Sat. morning. We also do a large group and cabin group photos for the kids.


They have a ball and I'll try to post some images from the week when I have time.
The volunteers are me, Jennifer Palumbo, Linda Durhan, Deborah Kaye Montgomery, Kara Beth Brunner, Nate Mann and Don Moore.


Tuesday, June 16, 2009

Judges Workshop

I'm in Atlanta teaching the PPA Judges Workshop with Dennis Craft. We've got a great group of students! The days are long but it is so much fun to see the transformation as the students begin to get a handle on the judging process.

Dennis has taught the class for many years and he is great at helping the students to see that judging is not just punching in numbers, but a deep thought process that takes substantial thinking and the ability to put into words what your seeing and feeling about a print.

The transformation from each students first turn with a scoring pad, generally stumbling and strugling for words and validation of their score, to late yesterday watching someone move the panel seven or eight points with an eloquent challenge and rebuttal.

There are definitely some potentially good future affiliated jurors.

Wednesday, June 3, 2009

2010 Senior Brochure




Hey gang, the new senior brochure is finally ready for the printer. I'm posting it here for everyone to enjoy.

Many of you are on the brochure and some of you will be on the post cards. That's right, we're also going to do two post cards which will have additional seniors on them.

We're also booking seniors right now! June is mostly booked up but it would be best to go ahead and setup your appointment while you're thinking of it and before you get too busy.

Hope you enjoy the brochure.






Friday, May 1, 2009

The Hagan Girls


I had a fun day working with the girls and invited them back to model for a posing and lighting class that Jessica Vogel and I were teaching here at the studio.


We got some great shots for them and they did a fantastic job modeling for us. We also got a treat at the end of the session as they played us a couple of tunes on the fiddles.

Thursday, April 9, 2009

Portraits of My Family









Thought I'd post a few portraits of my family. I just photographed them the other day and as I look at the images I can't believe they have gotten so old Cydney is 12 and Smith is 8. I still think of Cydney snuggling on my chest as a baby. I loved holding her and we both wake up soaked in sweat (I hope) but I didn't want to let go of her.

Smith has always been a full blown boy, loving gadgets and power tools! He also loves to read and learn. He and I bonded at a much different age than Cydney and I. I love them both sooo much it's hard to express.
My daughter Kelly and my wife Lucie also agreed to be in a few of the images. Kelly somewhat reluctantly. She's the child that when she was a high school senior wouldn't let me set up an appointment to do her senior pictures. She just wanted to waltz into the studio at the moment when her hair was doing really well and she was in the mood and have me do them. Unfourtunately for her at them time of my career I was busy busy busy and made her wait until I was able to do them.
She's great now though and it's so neat having your child become your friend.
As for Lucie, of course I saved the best for last! She's been the love of my life since our blind date 32 years ago. We have shared so many things great and not so great but still enjoy each others company and support each others talents. She is such and artist. If you get a chance go to her web site http://www.ljeffron.com/ and check out her art.
I hope you enjoy the images as much as I do.

Tuesday, March 3, 2009

Deborah Westerfields Portraits





Although the winter has been a little ho-hum and today was cold, I had a great time photographing a great Artist and friend, Deborah Westerfield.

We did the images in her studio, and Debbie's art is always fun and whimsical and brings a smile to your face and warmth to your heart. For a little while I felt like I was in a wonderful garden, with the most incredible flowers of vibrant colors and then we eased into the world of Debbie's uniquely whimsical women. Check out the images and you'll see what I mean.








Sunday, March 1, 2009

Wisconsin PPA Judging

I just got back from Chairing the WPPA regional affiliated judging. WOW! They had some beautiful work. Saw some very new and creative techniques and as always got some great ideas to bring home and use for our clients.

Our jury panel was one of the best I've worked with, ever.

Getting paid to travel, look at incredible images and share my photographic knowledge has to be the most awesome job in the world. I'm so thankful, having been blessed with this opportunity to do what I enjoy for a living.

Tuesday, February 10, 2009

Winter Special

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Friday, February 6, 2009

Winter Specials


It's time for our Winter Specials!

B&W Sale February 13th - 25th $35 Session Fee & 20% off Orders over $400

Fairies March 20th, 21st & 24th $35 Session Fee & Promotional Print Pricing

Easter Bunnies are back! April 10th & 11th $20 Session Fee & Promotional Pricing

April Studio Session Sale Ballerina's, Tea Party, Paint Yourself Pink or any Studio Session April 1st - 29th $35 Session Fee and 20% off Orders of $400 or more.

Tuesday, January 27, 2009

Dave honored as KPPA Photographer of the Year for 2009


At the Kentucky Professional Photographers Association Convention held in Covington, KY, January 21st - 26th. Dave was awarded Photographer of the Year. This is the eighth time Dave has won and the sixth time in the past eight years.

He was also awared Outstanding Master Illustrative Image, 2 Court of Honors and Mid East States top 5.

We had a great time at KPPA, seeing many old friends and meeting many new freinds. It was very exciting to see a youg woman from Harlan, KY win the Mid East States Peoples Choice Award in her very first competition. Jessica Edwards had an awesome imgage titled: Face Off, if you get a chance visit her blog and web site, http://www.jessicaedwardsphotography.blogspot.com/

Saturday, January 10, 2009

Imaging USA

Today's the day. We've spent a lot of time over the past 6 months working on our program for PPA. We've pulled images, talked about a million things and tweaked the show to what we feel we can cover in an hour and half.

It's tough taking a weeks worth of info and editing into and hour and half program that gives enough details that you can go home and do something with it, but that's our goal. No fluff, real info that photographers could use to help them succeed.

Gotta go for now, it's 4 am and we'll be heading to the airport soon. I'll be posting some pics from Phoenix, Sedona and hopefully the Grand Canyon over the next few days. Enjoy.