A Gypsy Feature: Chui King Li
Here at Bloom, education in photography is the very center of who we are and what we do. As a graphic designer and a mom to two little ones, Chui King Li had limited time to devote to photography but looking at her latest images post Gypsy Guide workshop, you'd never know she's only been at photography for a few short years. Coming to the table with strength in composition and color from her graphic design background, Chui's images have a sense of timelessness and modernism all
Memories in Motion with Sharon McKeeman || October 2017
REIMAGINING THE FAMILY HOME VIDEO WITH TODAY’S TECHNOLOGY With SHARON MCKEEMAN October 9th – October 27th, 2017 Registration now open Your family’s story lives and breathes and moves. Remember the old home videos our moms and dads shot with bulky camcorders when we were growing up? We all watched them countless times to relive the most important events of our lives and the mundane moments that became treasured memories. Sharon has reimagined the family home video with today’s technology and her eye for storytelling and creative exploration. In this class she
The Weekend Update – Sept 8
via Brenda Acuncius · Yes folks, today is Friday. No one here is complaining but here is why to feels like Thursday. · “Tell me to what you pay attention and I will tell you who you are.” · Does your business have a signature color? How those signature colors become business' trademarks. · How those once thought of pesky drones are helping the relief efforts from Hurricane Harvey. · These moody, end of the summer photos that are sure to have you happily waving goodbye to the season. · And to get you
5 Tips to Nailing Photos in Low Light
While it certainly doesnt feel like it weather-wise, summer is officially on its way out here in the States. While the days will shorten and the darkness will creep in earlier and earlier every day, this is certainly no excuse to pack your camera away. Embrace the new found shadows and highlight the brights you've got with these quick tips for shooting in low light from our contributor STEPHANIE BRYAN! Low light can be tricky for sure. I am naturally drawn to bright and airy light, so shooting
The Art of Happy Photos with Bec Stewart | Nov 6th – Nov 27th
November 6th – November 27th, 2017 Hosted by BEC STEWART Registration now open WHAT MAKES YOU HAPPY? In this three week workshop, you will learn the art of happy photos. Together with Bec, you will identify with your ‘happy’ and learn how to use connection and storytelling to create timeless images both you and your clients will love. Bec will challenge you to look beyond the photo and discover what it really is that makes your heart sing and focus on creating images that emulate that. She will discuss the techniques
Tuesday Tips #279 – The Element of Shadow
Trust us when we say no one is jumping on the pumpkin spice train but hear us out — fall is no doubt on its way. No matter how hot the weather now, you will no doubt here the moans and groans from photographers like us near and far as we lament the end of another beautiful summer. Daylight may be sneaking away little by little but the amazing thing is that as it sneaks away, the shadows come out to play! One of our favorite ways