tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11902325625524057032024-02-07T23:15:03.627-05:00The Next StageUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1190232562552405703.post-7537139175586571182014-06-22T12:25:00.001-04:002014-07-11T08:27:19.578-04:00Art Galleries, Art Festivals, and RAW <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
I recently had my RAW art showcase here in New Jersey, Hoboken to be exact. Now I know a lot of people may not even know or be aware of what RAW is. My experience has been nothing but positive. Now lets dive right into my experience from the beginning.<br />
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I have my photos on FineArtAmerica.com and I was messaged one day (I forget who, and I think I deleted the email) by a guy saying my art looks great, and he wanted to encourage me to submit my work to be part of this art showcase. I remember I was working at the time. I checked out the site on my break, set up my profile, it came to the point where I had to submit samples, but since I was at work I never did.<br />
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About a month later I got an email from the event organizer telling me she noticed my profile wasn't finished, and I should at least try to submit my work. It was a massive "OH!" moment. I completely forgot to do that. I then checked everything out, well at least tried to figure out how this whole new art event would work. I submitted my work, a few days, maybe a week went by and then I was contacted by the same woman who emailed me before to submit my work. I had a phone interview a week later.<br />
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The phone interview was great. Sooooo many details. The organization ends up being a network once you join RAW and actually complete an event. Its there as another avenue for artists. Networking, promoting the craft, and getting artists exposure. Ya know all the good stuff. Basically its what artists want that want to make a living from their art. The main subject of this conversation was to see if I would fit in with this type of event. If I would want to be part of something like this, why I wanted to be part of it, RAW, and how I would benefit from all of this.<br />
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Benefits:<br />
-You are part of a collection of artists from all different mediums for one event<br />
-You receive professional Headshots (about 10 images)<br />
-You have a Video Interview that gets edited and delivered to you<br />
-Promotion on all social mediums<br />
-More connections<br />
-Building a network<br />
-Getting special print deals<br />
-Other offers from companies affiliated with RAW<br />
-A free out-of-state show after your first show with RAW<br />
-Comp tickets to other RAW events<br />
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So there's a ton of benefits!! What's the catch?? After talking with her of course that was the big question.<br />
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I should explain what an ART showcase is first. It's similar to an Art Fair/Ferstival. I would say closer to that because an art gallery show is way different. Different in vibe, look, and what's allowed. In an art festival you have the freedom to create your display and put up the works of your choice, how you see fit. There's a certain freedom to these. Its def my preferred type.<br />
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An art gallery usually has white walls, very quiet, mats must be white (varies by gallery or show), art pieces must be framed... and other requirements I cant think of. During a gallery art show there will be a reception either in the beginning, end, or both. Lasts about 2 hours, with free wine and cheese. Art Galleries take about 30% commission. Sometimes they're juried, which means it's no guarantee your work will be accepted into that gallery for that specific show. In a gallery the art can be up for a week to a month. Average sales from a gallery will be 5 pieces with usually 100 hanging from multiple artists. Your odds of selling are a low percentage. Sometimes there is a charge to enter a juried show, sometimes its free, but you pay your fee whether you get in the show or not.<br />
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An art festival/fair booth (10x10 space) you're going to end up paying anywhere from $300-$600 for a couple days (usually a weekend) to display your work. You hope there is traffic and that the art festival is well attended. There is no guarantee of people showing up. If it rains count on attendance to drop. You don't have to pay out to the art festival is you sell. You keep 100% of what you make. I hear most people break even from these.<br />
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RAW falls in the middle of these. You are required to go to the meet and greet to look at the space the event will be held, and to network with other artists. Makes sense. Forced networking. Whether you know it or not, you need this. The next requirement is if you drop out of the show you do it by a certain date. The last is the financial part. You can pay anywhere from $0-300 to be part of this one night show. I say anywhere because you can work off that fee by inviting people to come to the event. You invite people to buy a ticket for $15. If they buy at the door its $20. So knowing each artist (there's usually about 25-30 artists involved) has invited 20 people you know there will be traffic. Not to mention your event organizing team invites press, and other people from the community to be there. They promote as much as you do. You keep 100 percent of what you make that night as well. Beforehand they give you tips on your display, what works best, what to have, what kind of lights you can use (even though I chose a different kind) they also make personal flyers for you to promote yourself. They are on your ass to make sure you are doing what you're suppose to be doing to be ready. And if you have any questions they always get back to you. The team is super helpful. The day of the event is stressful and they are there making sure you are ready, and there to help...sometimes too much. hahaha. I was stessed that day setting up, and just didnt want to be bothered until my display was finished. But in fairness I was running late to begin with, so I was already frazzled. They make sure you get your display, interview and headshots done in a timely manner. So, it can be a bit annoying, but you know it has to get done, we all have jobs to do.<br />
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I researched RAW a lot and some people kept calling it a scam. In forums the artists kept saying they didn't sell anything, or it was a waste of their time. Which I don't see how. They criticized other ppl's displays (which why would you worry about someone elses display?) Yes, it costs money to prepare your art (That's going to happen in any show/gallery.) Yes, there was a $300 fee. You have to sell tickets, and you def do find out who supports you and who doesn't. All the people I invited and attended had fun, and loved that it was such a different type of art event. Most people expect it not to be fun, not to be easy-going, and to have this snotty uppity vibe you get in some gallery receptions. (And I have felt this way in the past at them.)<br />
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It's the same like everything else: You get what you put into it. You work hard to get ppl to come out to the show, and put your best work forward you will have fun, make money, and benefit from this.<br />
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With me not knowing whats to come when I was preparing I kept thinking "This is gonna be cool, I hope it's not a scam." I took the risk and I did great! If I look back now at the event that $300 went to a lot of things that benefited me. I'm not complaining. People who are nay-sayers to an event like this forget that ART is a business, a big business at that. RAW is there to help the artist, pay people, but in the end to make money, but so am I. Let's be real here. Every single vendor, artist, and person working the event is there for all the same thing. We all have to make money. All parties need to be able to make a living, if RAW didn't make money it wouldn't exist to provide what it does for artists and the community. Theyre giving people jobs, and artists an opportunity. Anyone having any doubts with RAW, do it. It was def worth it for me, I did make money, I did sell a number of different things, I got a lot of emails on my list, and I had a lot of business cards taken at their own will (I never force anyone to take anything or force a sale.) I met a lot of great artists, event organizers, and people who became fans of my art!<br />
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Check out <a href="http://rawartists.org/">RAW</a> it's def worth an artist's time.<br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1190232562552405703.post-38203891405046241552014-04-19T11:40:00.004-04:002014-04-19T11:47:54.420-04:00Being Stubborn is Good in Art<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: small;">We met last night, and sometimes at the meeting you get one person, two, maybe three. I always hope for more, for obvious reasons. Yesterday we had five plus our two advisors. and we talked about a lot of great ideas. Different shows we'd like to do, an open house for college students, panel discussions, debates, all kinds of events we could have at the club. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: small;">Those were the words that were said more than once. If you are trying to break into any creative field no job is too small when you're starting out. The committee head (our advisor) began a speech about how she has made a living being a freelance artist. she laid out how she got her work, what kind of work, and how she never said no even if it wasn't something she's never drawn before. She described how the industry has always been tough to get into, even in the 1970s when people today think getting work was so much easier back then. Needless to say she had a different opinion when the no work comment was said. Trying to establish a career as an artist is hard. It's going to take work, sacrifice. The work is out there you just have to find it. <span style="background-color: #674ea7;">"Look and a take a walk all around the city there is art everywhere, someone made that, and than someone bought it."</span> While her husband was listening just as we were he chimed in to say <span style="background-color: #674ea7;">"just because one gallery doesn't want to show your work doesn't mean you're not good, or never going to get work, you have to be persistent."</span> Our head advisor goes on to say <span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: #674ea7;">"If you say you are going to make a living as an artist come hell or high water you are GOING to make a living as an artist."</span> Stubbornness goes a long way. You don't take NO for an answer. If one gallery rejects you, you move on to the next, and than the next. "Three Years" she says. three years it takes to slowly build what you want and make something of yourself in one location. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: small;">It was very inspiring to hear this from someone that was a creative type like me. I work in a different medium, but art is art. All the creative fields operate the same. In her voice you could hear the struggle that she dealt with just starting out even though it may have been many years ago. Listening to her you knew she truly believed what she was saying. </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: small;">If you want to make it work, and you want a certain life doing what you love you will find a way. Every now and than its always good to hear this kind of conversation. </span></div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1190232562552405703.post-76776606123568599932014-04-05T08:26:00.000-04:002014-04-05T08:26:00.699-04:00Getting Rejected in the Art World<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
As an artist your art is part of you, if someone doesnt like your art its almost feels like they dont like you. Its usually a long hard road to get where you want to be as an artist. For every artist its going to be somewhere different.<br />
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My goal right now is the same as when I started this blog to join the art festival circuit. I think I am finally getting to a place finanically where I can start collecting materials to start my booth. That damn booth photo that's required. It makes sense why most art festivals require that. They just want to make sure that whoever they choose has a good looking booth. They ultimately want people that can sell. If the festival is successful - "they" are successful. So it all makes sense. I guess my main problem right now is havng the space to store all these materials. A tent, tables, and a bunch of framed photos and canvases take up a bunch of space.<br />
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On the other side of my goal to finally joining the art festival circuit is my membership in Salmagundi. This art club definitely has its benefits. So far this year I have been in two art shows, I was planning on three, but I got rejected from the Annual Members Show.<br />
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The Annual Members show this year is a bit special. Salmagundi is historically the oldest running fine art club in America. The building has been around for a very long time, and they finally got the funding to start renovating and getting the building up to code last year. Well renovations are about 95% done! Which means new galleries!! I haven't seen it yet, but the Annual Members Show is the first to show in the new renovated gallery. So, there is this "newness" to it that makes it special.<br />
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Another thing about this show is they take the BEST work. Not of each artist, but in general what they think is just mind blowing. I guess it's the next level. Your work has to receive a certain amount of votes to make it into the show. I am guessing more votes than say a themed show like the Annual Black and White Show they just had. <br />
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Needless to say, my work got rejected. I have dealt with rejection on a much more heartfelt level, so maybe this is why this rejection wasn't as hard as a blow. It might have been because of the conversations I had with other artists, veteran artists, on how work will get rejected, and there's nothing you can do about it. You can't win them all. Now, these were artisits that actually make their living off their art. I really took that advice and let the stress of someone not liking my work, go. I let it all go. So, when I heard one of my favorite photos that I thought represented my style, and me as a photographer, got rejected-- I was okay with it.<br />
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I think an artist has to expect that. Learn how to best deal with it. Most importantly continue to submit your work into exhibitions. Continue to put yourself out there. Not everyone is going to like you or what you produce, and that's ok because its the beauty of life--the differences.<br />
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The show I am waiting for is the floral show. I have a couple photos I really want to submit! Also the thumb box show (small works) is another thing I have something in mind for. So I am preparing for that, but laying low for a bit for now while the members show is exhibiting. <br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1190232562552405703.post-55605325633940437642014-01-25T23:54:00.000-05:002014-01-25T23:56:26.963-05:00The Red Dot<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
I never imagined this event to come so quickly. I imagined that this would happen sometime during 2014, but not so early on.<br />
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What is the "Red Dot?"<br />
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I learned quickly it's what you want to see next to your name when exhibiting your work. My first show in NYC was at the Mehu Show last year in September, I entered 4 pieces and sold a big Goose Egg! Nada. Zero. Nothing!! Needless to say I was crushed a bit, well not just a bit. Lets be honest it bothered me a ton, and it def got to me. That show sold only 5 pieces. Once I figured the average of selling work at each show I felt better. It's a low percentage of pieces entered in a show to pieces sold. Which is not unexpected. Once it all made sense I didn't stress.<br />
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Deep down inside I wanted a "Red Dot" next to my artwork label. I needed that damn "Red Dot."<br />
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I think for all artists trying to sell their work, and making a living off what they love to do its something that kinda haunts you. The want for the "Red Dot" follows you to every art show.<br />
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The "Red Dot" confirms a bunch of things. It validates for one thing. You know now you ARE good enough. Someone else out there loved your stuff enough to purchase whats part of you. A bit of doubt is erased. You feel a bit freer to be the artist you want to be, and not the artist you THINK you should be.<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgC3nTJ1yyGwJEyW1PaCSVyVcJdae1insute9gYPCHXckU3dmbkyCb2hqilENJWdV68gDgSvC_SJsFbpT2jyRBx_8W87YT2dHToM7K-xxLzzZnM7EKY0cuTM-ZyEl0peIusypsRxWx1CRIb/s1600/BeyaAjeIcAAfzW1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgC3nTJ1yyGwJEyW1PaCSVyVcJdae1insute9gYPCHXckU3dmbkyCb2hqilENJWdV68gDgSvC_SJsFbpT2jyRBx_8W87YT2dHToM7K-xxLzzZnM7EKY0cuTM-ZyEl0peIusypsRxWx1CRIb/s1600/BeyaAjeIcAAfzW1.jpg" height="320" width="240" /></a>I struggle with that often. Certain work I want to exhibit I second guess: "Is this good enough?" or "Will this be enough to compete or be on par with what other people enter?" Im slowly learning that I should not second guess myself or my artwork. If I love it, it's good enough, and somewhere out there someone will agree.<br />
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My first "Red Dots" came in a pair. My first sale included both photos I entered into the show. I was emailing our group advisor, Patricia, about an upcoming meeting and she returned my message with my "Red Dot" surprise. I couldn't believe it honestly. I couldn't wait to tell my boyfriend and my sister. Even though I was told that I sold both pieces, I needed there to be no mistake. I needed to see it for myself.<br />
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Hey, mistakes happen, right?<br />
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I went to the reception, while also dropping more work off for two more shows (I hope to goodness Im accepted in the shows!) There they were, both my photographs with the "Red Dot." My third show ever, second in NYC, and my first sale! Those are not bad odds. This is what I needed. There were three sales for that show. Two of the sales were mine. :-D Again not bad odds.<br />
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The first Art show I entered this year, and I sold both pieces. <br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1190232562552405703.post-63921126211929693472013-12-08T12:33:00.004-05:002013-12-08T12:33:52.546-05:00Ok, I've Gained a bit of Exposure - Now to Try and Sell Online. <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
I think every photography that wants to make a living has embraced the challenge of making money, starting your business, and getting your name out there. This is definitely in my life right now. There are so many choices to be made.<br />
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I have had my website up for about a year and a half, maybe a little longer with just my portfolio. Meaning a place that has my photos just to look at. There is not a button to click to purchase any photo. I did have that in the beginning with my photos linked to Fine Art America's website. I then unlinked everything. I didn't like how there are so many sites one has to go to just to buy a photo from me. In regards to <a href="http://ambermsherman.com/">my website</a> in general I redesigned it so it was less complicated overall. I am happy with the changes so, now I am on the quest to make buying a photo from as simple, and easy as humanly possible.<br />
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My web-host is iPage, and it does have a "shopping cart" option, but with the nature of photos, and the varieties a person could want a photo printed is way too much for the format that they offer. And to be honest I don't want to limit my potential customers. If they want a canvas, they shall have it! If they want a 5x7 matted print well than dammit let them have it.<br />
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ok, ok, jokes aside, in all seriousness I want to give my customers options, and buying freedom. (some say they may be a bad thing- eeeek!)<br />
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Now with my new decision to tack on the buying option to my website I'm finding that this is a lot harder. Currently, I am looking for a web-host that specializes in working with photographers(which there are a ton out there.) Ya know nice galleries, options to be creative, and design the site you want with flexibility in your gallery options. Now, add the printing on demand feature the array of web-hosts to choose from comes down form hundreds to just a handful. I've done a bit of days worth of research. The print on-demand option if anyone isn't aware is just being able to have the customer order a print off your site, the web-host will take that order pass it on to one of the labs they are partnered with, make whatever the order may be then ships it out to the customer. All the while you don't have much work to do, besides making sure your website is great, and easy enough to order from.<br />
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What I'm finding with some sites is there are some that take commission, some don't. Annual prices vary(all being pretty expensive at least for someone just starting out.) Some more customizable than others, some too many details to try and figure out.<br />
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I guess my top choice is <a href="http://www.smugmug.com/">Smugmug. </a> It seems to be my best option. I was on there for hours one day trying to figure out how to change certain background colors of my page!! Once I got it down it was okay. Even so, not as easy to change anything design wise like iPage is for me. But looking back to when I first started this website endeavor iPage took getting use to as well.<br />
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Some people think that <a href="http://fineartamerica.com/">Fine Art America</a> is a good print on demand site, it's pretty much your cheapest option. Free printing options under 30 photos. if you want unlimited on-demand printing it's a $30 membership annually. Which isn't bad, but I'm extremely picky. I just don't like how I can't customize my page. I also feel like having everything being able to be done entirely on just my site legitimizes my business a little bit more, if not to my potential customers at least to me in my own little head. Hey, it's the little things, right?<br />
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There are others, but I'm not going to review every last one. One blogged helped me out though. Check that out <a href="http://www.marktisdalephotography.com/2012/08/print-on-demand-artist-websites-overview/">here</a> if you want more info on these type of sites. This person has a lot more experience than I do.<br />
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I'm definitely not the best at all this website/web design stuff, but I can hold my own for the most part, but this search started to be a bit overwhelming. The more I researched it, it slowly started coming together. I will keep everyone posted on what I go with, and when I have the buying option on my site.<br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1190232562552405703.post-33142018210099431822013-11-10T14:53:00.001-05:002013-11-10T14:59:06.938-05:00Pictures are Taken, then You Never Look Back?<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
I know like any photographer out there we take tons of pictures!! Our camera for the most part is by our side at any moment. You may consider that camera more than just a prized possession, I know I do. The camera is an extension of who I am, how I feel, and how I express myself. I'm sure there are those out there that completely agree. Sometimes when you feel like you have nothing at all, or anybody in the world, you know you at least have your camera.<br />
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Why do we take photos? I have other posts in here that explain why I take photos. Simply put, I see an instance, and I MUST freeze that moment forever. I want to look back, and remember that day.<br />
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After all the beauty of the day out taking hundreds of photos, you head back to our hotel room, or your home, or wherever to upload them to the computer. You than sift through, pick and choose which one you want to prepare for the client, website, or get ready for printing, whatever the case may be. It doesn't end there. Printing the photos? Well than you have to think about the matting, framing, where to hang it, sell it, or what gallery or show to put it in. Still, it doesn't end there. Running your own business? Than there are numbers to crunch, things to log, and organizing that needs to be done.<br />
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I say all of this because there is a lot of work involved. Taking the pictures is the fun part. All of the aftermath is what some of us call homework. I do love the end result, but if you're like me you're probably still dong this on the side, or you have at least been in my shoes. I already have a full time job, working way more than 40 hours a week, and sometimes looking back at the photos I took becomes too much of a time issue. I might not have the time to do that whole line of responsibilities. I find time whenever I can, but photos I have taken years ago are still waiting for me to review, edit, and to be shown to the world...or at least the people I care to see them.<br />
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I recently have been looking back to the photos I never touched, or given a second glance at, more often. I have to say I am happy I did. Some of my best work is coming out of this. My love for creating panoramas is being expressed more, and more. I recently did two panoramas. Both taken 2 or 3 years ago. I think I have another one as well, but I need to put my logo on it. I have a few final touches I need to make before posting it to my website. It's another panorama from Alaska that I LOVE, so I have been taking a lot of extra care with it.<br />
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Sometimes when I re-visit folders of photos I took years ago and want to put together a panorama I think "Why the hell did you shoot it this way?" I can see my own progression in shooting, as well as getting better at seaming panoramas together, and faster I might add.<br />
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There are also photos I have re-visited time and time again, but chose not to edit. Sometimes I look at the series of shots ready to be seamed together for a panorama, and just feel overwhelmed. The "I cant do this" feeling comes into play. Or the "How the hell am I gonna put this together?" Or this one: "How long is this going to take me to edit?" I keep looking, and still not ready to tackle certain photo "Beasts" to word it that way. haha. The ones I just edited were those "Beasts." I was finally at a state of mind, or experience where I felt I was ready to put them together, and post them for everyone to see. I have been told they are more strongest photos to date.<br />
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Take a look at these, and other panoramas I have taken click <a href="http://ambermsherman.com/panoramas.html">here.</a><br />
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As you may have read I had an Art Show at Mehu Gallery, and it recently just finished about two weeks ago, and I will say I was disappointed.<br />
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Before I get a little bit negative I will say that I had a few responsibilities here: 1. Organize the show. My feed back on that was great! A lot of people said I did a really good job in coordinating the show. So, I am very happy about that. It all came together nicely. I was nervous all the way through because it was my first go at this whole art show atmosphere. 2. Be a participating artist. I did in fact show 4 of my photos. It was a really big deal to be seen in the NYC scene.<br />
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While those were my sole responsibilities I had other expectations. I wanted to sell at least one of my photos. I didn't meet my expectations. I am being hard on myself for this. I guess when things don't go the way I expect them to I get really bummed about it.<br />
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My boyfriend says that I should feel proud of myself because of what I did accomplish. I learned SO MUCH from this whole event. I couldn't imagine beforehand how much I would learn from all of this.<br />
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So, what did sell? The gallery owner did make money. I am satisfied with that as well because he invested in us. He gave us all an opportunity to show our work, and possibly sell. I wanted for him to at least make the money back he invested in us. The entire show had about 25 artists. We each had about 3 to 5 pieces. That makes a little over 100 hundred pieces on the wall. Out of everything there were 5 sales. Thats a little under 5% sold. Once I found this out I was inquiring about average sales for any show in NYC. I was told that this was pretty much normal. Anymore than 5% is doing REALLY well. After that piece of information I was less bummed about not selling anything.<br />
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I then realized how much work I'd have to do to actually/probably just sell one photo.<br />
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I did have that feeling of being a failure for a bit. There were some really great work displayed, and those didn't even sell! It really put things in perspective for me big time. I have my work cut out for me. Makes me wonder about my original plan to start doing Art festivals. Thats is going to be tough, but I still want to do it.<br />
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I do need to get more exposure. All in time. What I do want to do is get all my panoramas together print and frame all of them. I love them!! I am working on one now. They take so much time, but the end result is so great.<br />
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There is another show in January-February. I do intend to do something for that. I think we are allowed only one piece though. I am working on a square one. I edited it already, but thinking about framing now. I usually do 8x12 photos, and doing a square piece is challenging for me thats why I am choosing to do that format. I like experimenting with different things. It's good for ya! lol<br />
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Outside of being super nervous, and the organizer of the show, I also participated in case some people didn't know. I hung four of my photos. One frame I am not too happy about. The middle one from the line of three. I thought for sure it would work, in my head it did, but than I got the frame...and hated it. I thought that it would grow on me thats why I didn't change the frame, but it didn't grow on me. At all. I think it's my worst one.<br />
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I really love the old tin wall that Herve, the gallery owner, has in the gallery. The other side being brick. I hung the other rose on the brink wall. I love the brick! It looked great with my white frame. We initially tried to hang it on the white tin wall, but it looked horrible! I'm glad that we moved it. The brick compliments the picture well. That's what I love about the hanging process. Something goes better on other walls, some go better with other pictures next to it. It's like a puzzle you have to put together. We were able to get the works of over 20 artists up in this gallery. The Mehu Gallery is not like a regular gallery with just super white walls with nothing else. This gallery has a lot of history and personality for sure. Herve Mehu's Gallery has been in business for 30 years. Amazing. Absolutely amazing to me.<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1PmYIjy0LPQDao83RXraC1Y2yvGwYR1W4EsoX2CjxswpK7Ob87WvvNMFO9No44Fgy6wzhbn6Q_x9smLdFwlRHya63qz7Xo1We-SMzFFNH6MxbgECFwYk3Bd1SAOrKjyI5138jOdrz_S-y/s1600/IMG_8516.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1PmYIjy0LPQDao83RXraC1Y2yvGwYR1W4EsoX2CjxswpK7Ob87WvvNMFO9No44Fgy6wzhbn6Q_x9smLdFwlRHya63qz7Xo1We-SMzFFNH6MxbgECFwYk3Bd1SAOrKjyI5138jOdrz_S-y/s320/IMG_8516.JPG" /></a>I got a number of compliments on my photographs. I was very happy about that. People really like the roses. I love them too. I loooove my purple rose! I never know what to say except "Thank you" when someone compliments me. I have to work on the small talk. I should bring up where I took it. I took those photographs in a wine vineyard in New Zealand. I'm sure that was a really good point, but I was too nervous to open my mouth. I really gotta work on that. I was also complimented on organizing the show...again I have no idea what to say. I find it simple really. Only because I feel like it wasn't that much of a bother. A ton of emailing, some phone calls had to be made, some visits to the city, and the gallery. When I write it out it does seem like a bit of work, but I never saw it that way. Maybe because it was something I wanted to do. I remember months ago in June, Patricia mentioned she knew Herve had a gap in his calendar before his next show in the fall, and brought it to us (The Junior scholarship group) if we wanted to do a show. Of course we all said we wanted the show. She than said we need someone to organize it. I jumped on it because I knew I wanted to learn more about this whole process. I'm so glad I did this, and stepped up. I hope I am forming a good reputation for myself. I mentioned to my boyfriend how I wouldn't mind just being known by name. "Oh, that Amber Sherman knows how to organize a show, we should work with her again." I def have no problem with that.<br />
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After awhile of being there I started to warm up, and be a little more social, thats why there's wine, right? haha. I got to talk to the President of the Salmagundi Club, and he was very happy with the show! He wants to make this an annual event. That in itself makes me extremely happy. I was the organizer of the first show that is the beginning of a tradition. I love being part of something bigger than me. <br />
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All of this has been a great learning experience. I learned so much just from this show alone. I loved the whole experience, even the annoying parts Hahaha. I couldn't do anything without the help of Patricia! She's amazing. She hung most of the show. I, and a few other artists helped Patricia hang the show, but she knows her stuff! I am very grateful for everyone's help. <br />
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There is something about seeing your work on the wall of a gallery. I feel like I came so far! This was my plan, and it happened. I am so grateful, and proud of myself. I can't really describe it. Going to the reception makes it a celebration of that, you actually feel the accomplishment, and there's a good closure. That "I made this happen" feeling, and now the day is finally here. It's great. :-) </div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1190232562552405703.post-1267289510572505112013-09-14T11:15:00.001-04:002013-09-14T11:30:25.419-04:00Naming Your Artwork<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">OY! This process is the most difficult! Well, at least to me. Naming photographs is so tough. I took the picture, I felt something. Now, to put a label on that?? I don't know. I am always hesitate to name in fear of being cheesy. I definitely don't call myself a writer <i>(I know, I know I have a blog, and I write...But I don't consider that writing. Don't ask me why.) </i>I am not good with words. What I find is that I am a fan of the one word label. I feel like sometimes...most of the time one word is enough. I do it with my Youtube videos too. I have a weekly <i>(well...I try to post weekly lol)</i> topic show called "Take it all in Thursday," and I usually label the topic with just one word. I have "Boredom," and "Failure," "Appreciation." You get it. I do it a lot with my photos, my short films, and other things I have to title. Even in college, I think all my projects, and student films were all one word titles. Seems to work for me. People get it. If I use to many words I risk getting too controlling in what people might think of the piece themselves. Maybe thats my problem, the fear of being too controlling of the viewers mind. The title will shape thought surrounding the work. Art is open for interpretation.<br />
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This comes up because I have an art show coming up! I never gave this one photo a name that I am entering into the show. Shame on me. I do remember looking at it often thinking "hmm...I don't know what to call this one." All I knew was it was a photo I liked. Hell, I didn't even consider it a show-able photo until my boyfriend happen to see it, and say, "Wow, let me see that one!" <br />
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I really have to sit down, and analyze how that photo makes me feel, and run through a lot of titles to finally give it a name. Does any other artist find this the most difficult? I thought finding a printer, and framer was hard, or editing a photo was tough. Not as hard as giving the work its title.<br />
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I finally gave this photo the title "Light on the Unknown"<br />
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</div>I posted this picture before when I first decided to put it on my website, but now it has a name! I remember the day I took the picture, it was soooo dark going down those stairs. It was kinda scary, not gonna lie, but than we got to the window, and it felt like "ok this is do-able even though I have no idea what I'm getting into." So, maybe the title is a bit literal, it fits though. A title I am happy with. :-)<br />
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And for people who are curious about my youtube <a href="http://youtube.com/theamberlivingvlog" target="_blank">click here</a>!<br />
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That phrase is a funny one...at least I think so. Some people live by it, but I always felt that in a way a person would be lying to get where they want to be. I thought to live by that phrase you are just in this continuous mode of not being who you actually are.<br />
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In the creative field, be it fine arts, film industry, or even marketing, whatever you decide to put in the creative block, not many opportunities are given. You somehow have to prove yourself, and provide evidence that "Yes! I have done this job successfully before, and I can deliver with this next task!" Hell forget the fact that I said creative field. All of this can apply to the job market in general.<br />
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All I know is no matter what a person has to start somewhere. It is so aggravating to see so many job posts saying, "Requires 3 to 4 years of experience" but it was labeled entry level? huh? Did I miss something here?<br />
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I cant speak for all fields, but I know in the photography, and film industry they abuse the whole intern system. All professionals say that "You're going to eventually have to do free gigs, you cant avoid it." What? This is where half the people who had dreams in the creative field say "Fuck!" Working for free? Who honestly has the time? People have rent! And probably about 8 or 9 other bills. Who knows? I don't know everyones situation. This is also why you have a ton of people working in job that they absolutely loathe!<br />
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This is where the phrase comes into play. I'm not going to suggest lying on your application or resume. I don't do it. Not to mention the fact that its a federal offense...right? "Fake it till you make it," let me tell you it can go wrong, and downhill very fast for you if not executed correctly, or if you don't have enough common sense to make the right moves. Once I realized that I had that whole quick learner ability thing I knew what that phrase meant. It's not even lying. I guess it is really knowing your limitations. What you can handle and take on? Its all about knowing your talents, and your ability to pick things up.<br />
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I think the difference in my thought process about this is that fact that I use to be given a task, and would tell that person "yes," or "no" if I could do such task. Now, I think about it a little bit more, and try to scale if I can try to do it if it is something I've never done before. <i><span style="color: #3d85c6;">**side note: When I have to tackle something I've never done before I get a massive amount of anxiety. Of course I don't show it, I research the shit out of it, and figure it out. **</span></i> Once done I just gained experience, and learned something new! Well damn, that whole process of "fake it till you make it," worked! The person that gave me the task or whatever, is pleased, and now knows I have that certain skill without even knowing that I never once did such a task. Now you have the potential to be promoted, or when you switch jobs that manager, supervisor can vouch for you on even more levels, and skills!<br />
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I bring this up because I'm finding myself tackling a lot of things that I never have done before, and finding out that I'm not half bad at doing them. I guess I say "ok, I'll do it," to a lot of things without even doubting that I can actually do it, even though I never have previously. The "ok, I'll do it," method that I have acquired in my everyday life is building my skill set. I guess I am using the "fake it till you make it," method as well, but I see it as just having the confidence level in myself to take on new things. I'm not scared to learn new things, or at least try things on my own.<br />
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Confidence goes a looooong way in any career path. Isn't that the foundation of "Fake it till you make it?" I do so believe.<br />
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I had a previous post discussing organizing <a href="http://ambermsherman.blogspot.com/2013/07/organizing-art-show.html" target="_blank">an art show/exhibition</a>. I have to tell you that it has been such an experience to actually co-ordinate a show, for myself and a large group of included artists. I learned a bunch about how to set one up, and a bit about the Art Gallery business. All of it being very useful to me, and my long-term goals.<br />
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My title "My First Major Art Show" is just that. I entered my photos a couple of years ago into a small Buffalo gallery for holiday art show. I entered two of my favorite pieces, the show was juried, and the fact that I was accepted into it was such a big thing to me. I was super happy about it. The show was up for a month, but I didn't sell anything. That kinda broke my heart to be quite honest. I was super green to the whole fine art world. I couldn't expect to sell anything that quickly...right?<br />
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A lot went through my head. I had a number of questions. Did I price my items too high? Did I make the right decision printing them on canvas? Did I pick the right photos to print to begin with? I feel as though all of this is a hit or miss. Could I even say it's a lot of trial and error maybe? What I do know is everything takes a lot of practice. The one thing I like about myself is I keep going, and even if I feel down and out about what happened in the past I still press on, and try something else. I cant give up, and whatever it is you're doing(or want to do) you shouldn't either.<br />
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Why do I classify this art show coming up in September the "First Major" one? I tend to think NYC has higher standards. As I should, right? It's the epicenter for art. Some can argue that, but if you want to test your art in a market NYC is the one to do it in. Buffalo is great, but in the art realm??? I'm not sure to be honest. I don't know how competitive that show was. If they accepted everyone, or if they actually selected certain people. Who knows? I saw that as no big deal, even though I was still happy to be in a juried show for the first time.<br />
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I have certain anxieties going into this new show for sure. Them being similar to what I thought after the Buffalo show. Did I pick the right photos to exhibit? Am I going to frame them in the best or most flattering way? Will I price them right? Will I sell anything this time around?? Will people like my work? Will I be anyone's favorite? The group I am exhibiting with consists of mostly painters. Which could be to a disadvantage, or a major advantage. That one I have no clue how to predict. It's definitely a lot to think about. <br />
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We recently just got the postcard/invite done, finalized, and printed. My name printed among the artists exhibiting. There's always something so special about that. I keep down playing it, and the whole art show altogether, but the other artists are extremely grateful I stepped up to co-ordinate, and secure this show for all of us. The president of the club I am associated with through this show also is very excited about this. Once I saw this:<br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">As an artist it is really scary to have your work on display for everyone to see, and judge. It's basically you on display when you really think about it. I just picture myself standing on a lil stage, with my head wide open projecting on the wall all my feelings and thoughts for all to pick apart. I'm still going to go ahead and keep putting myself out there though. It's what you have to do as an artist, at if you want to make a living from it. Not everyone will like my work. I know that. Some will. I know that too. All Art is super subjective. Hopefully I do well at this show. I definitely have positive thoughts going into this. I know it may not seem like it because of the down play, but I really do. I'm just chicken. Haha. </span></div>
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More, and more recently with me being more active with my photography, and of course having more time to give my photography more attention I am noticing my response to my artwork.<br />
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Does every artist doubt their work? Do they question whether they can in fact call what they create, art? Is me asking these questions, doubting my ability, or is it me being humble? I can't call it. I'm never sure. There is a fine line between self doubt, and being humble. At least I think so.<br />
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Do arrogant artists exist? At face value that question seems really silly, right? Well, I don't think so, simply because I know quite a few artists that love painting, drawing, photographing, and so on, and they want to make a living doing what they love, but are never quite sure if they can succeed and make a living doing the those things. They love what they do, but never know if others will too.<br />
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I absolutely fall in love with some of my photos...well let me correct myself there...I love pretty much all my photos. Even the bad ones, the bad ones are needed to get better. They keep me shooting till I get that perfect shot I saw in my head. I've always taken pictures. It's just part of who I am. I have a few creative mediums, but photography is the one thing that is truly special to me. When I was younger I never thought "I wanna be a photographer!" To be honest growing up I never thought about what I wanted to be when I "grew up". My parents never really asked me. Buffalo, the town that is it, and the rough life my parents had, their goal for me was simple- Graduate HIGH SCHOOL! It may seem like a ridiculous thing, or too small of a goal, but where I'm from that doesn't happen as often as it should. Starting my own fine art photography business never really dawned on me till someone actually said, "hey, did you ever consider selling your photos?" That question, even though I don't remember who that person was that asked, stayed with me for weeks. I thought about it constantly. It made me think if I actually considered myself a photographer. I never really did. I was just a regular girl that liked to take pictures. I was more of a video professional, not a still photographer. I kept thinking, and looking over all of my photos. I wasn't sure. At this particular time, I was doing more film, and video work, and fitting in a still photography career was crazy talk! I kept on with the film, and video gigs, but I continued to take photos and wonder about the photography world that wasn't weddings, and portrait studios.<br />
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This confusion, or whatever you want to call it that was happening in my head was constant! Quite annoying too. I was in this constant state of wonder, so I began to research markets, and all types of photography. Thats when I found out...Yes! There's actually a market for what I do!! I did all of this research quietly. My boyfriend at the time didn't really have any idea what I was up to, but he always gave me such positive feedback on my photos. My family as well. Now, in my book those types of people do not count toward the validation needed for an artist. They all loved me....how would they tell me that my photography actually sucked? Who does that to their loved ones?? I knew they were going to tell me what I wanted to hear. Even though they always say, "Amber, if it was horrible I would tell you." Well, when you love someone you have the blinders on. I'm sure everyone knows what I mean.<br />
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Working on the ship being a videographer, I was surrounded by photographers too. We would always take tons of pictures, show off what we took, and give feedback. It's what us nerdy photogs do! I kept getting positive feedback from them, and from most that I wasn't close to. The more distant of a relationship I had with someone, and the more positive, or the more they praised my photos, the more validating it was for me to believe: Yes, I take great photos.<br />
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I finished my contract on the Cruise ship, I came home to my parents for a couple of months. I always liked sitting down, and talking to my parents about everything, this time being no different. My mother hated how I was so far away while doing the cruise ship contracts, my dad too for that matter. If they had things their way I'd always live at home. My mom wanted me off the ship. She would always say, "Amber, you need to buckle down, and get a real job." Insulting as that sounds, and however upset I got from it then, I knew she was right. I was scared to bring up the photography thing. I always showed my parents all of my photos. They loved them. They would pick out their favorites, or tell me which ones they didn't care for. But overall they would say they were all great. I had the thought that I wanted to start selling my photos for awhile ever since that one person asked me if i'd considered it. To actually say it out loud was scary. I thought that people would think I was ridiculous.<br />
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I took the plunge, and I told my parents that I wanted to sell my photos, do the art festival circuit, and eventually enter work to galleries down the line. I had it all laid out in my head. My parents aren't in that kind of business, but they are involved in what I want to do and ask from time to time how everything is. My mom couldn't stop suggesting weddings. I'm sorry, but I don't want to make a career out of weddings/events. I can shoot them, don't mind them either, but I don't want it to be my focus.<br />
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My sister was great, she supported me in all of this. She helped me get a lot of this planned out. Helped me focus on a number of business items I needed to address. She was behind me 100%. That to me was great. Hell, she bought my domain name for me. Which yeah, its not a lot of money, but it was the first step to a giant thing for me. It was a push I needed at the time.<br />
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All the while I still am doubting if I can really make this happen. Can I sell my photos? Will strangers like my work? Are people going to feel the way I felt when they look at a certain photo? Not only those questions about my so-called audience/buyers, but my peers! What are other photographers going to say, or think? How do I stack up against them? Is my work "professional" enough?<br />
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Sometimes, I still feel like that at times, but I stopped caring. I have to trust myself. Once I was true to myself, and not nervous about how people were going to see my work, I actually got better. I felt it was more me, or at least I felt I developed a style.<br />
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A problem I have now is picking certain photos to print and frame for shows. I never know what to select! It's frustrating. I always ask people what are their favorite photos of mine. Thats helps, but its always funny to me because its always something I never expect people to pick. I have a few that I just obsess over. Like the one below. One of my all time favs!! Mainly because I love the dark purple! I know everyone wont like this one.<br />
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It took me a long time to realize that whole idea of how people are not going to like the ones I like. I also find it funny how some people end up seeing what I haven't put on my website, and they say "Oh, my goodness that's beautiful." Than it makes me take a second look. That's what actually happened with this one below.<br />
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I took the picture for a reason. I saw something. I felt something. For some reason I thought no one would like it. My boyfriend is really into that grunge-y, more abandoned style, and he really like this one above, so when I took a second look at my inventory I found this one below. I felt like I made a re-discovery. Sometimes when I take certain photos they are too dark for some people to like. But that just means I have to come into my own as an artist, be comfortable with my style, and who I am as a person.<br />
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Do I like my art? When I am alone, and looking at my photos I'm absolutely in love with everything I do on a photography stance. When people start looking at my work...that's another matter. The self doubt starts. I have to be confident, but I don't want to get cocky, ya know? I have to realize that not everyone is going to like what I do. Thats a given, but I also have to not down play my talent, or my eye for things in this world. I have to be proud of what I create. I love it, so I have to be proud. Duh, Amber!! For other artists out there remember that you can't make everyone happy, so just start with yourself, and things will start to piece together the way you want it to!<br />
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I feel like photo books are a tricky thing. I don't know why though. Being an established photographer is hard enough, than having to deal with your work being published? I feel like thats a ton more work in an area unknown to me. Which just reminds me to research, and find out how this happens! ***Motivation in play.*** <br />
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When I am in a book store I'm pretty sure I always end up looking at all these photo books. I love photography so, why not look at other artists work? It would be stupid not to. And that is why we as photographers take photos, to share what we saw!! I guess it is a sort of respect I have for other photographers. To actually look at their work, take it in, and think about what I am looking at. <br />
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My boyfriend happened to show me a book he had, and he said it was something he thought would interest me. It was a photo book, and a small one at that. I initially did the "oh, no." Don't ask me why I had such a weird reaction to this photo book at first glance. <br />
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The book is called "The Regulars." <br />
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<a href="http://www.gallery339.com/html/ArtistBio.asp?artnum=22">Sarah Stolfa</a> <br />
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The intro was hilarious only because it was so realistic with Jonathan Franzen's distaste for Philadelphia, and he wasn't afraid to show it. I liked the portraits. However, I must mention that portrait photography is not my thing at all. It's not my preferred style of photography at all. When I think of portrait photography I think of studio lighting, backdrops, sales, crappy poses, and the forced smile that one is supposed to make when the photographer says: "SMILE!" I'm into capturing someone naturally, avoiding the "Ham" aspect of portraits. I tend not to want to take pictures of camera-whores. People who throw up the some crazy fingers meaning whatever the hell it's supposed to mean, the duck faces, and the other crazy faces that are made to make pictures ridiculous. I am in love with photos where the subjects don't even realize they are being photographed. They happen to be in the zone at the moment, or truly have no idea a camera is around. When a person is aware that the camera is there I think it affects the outcome immediately. There are some grey areas to that though. If you have a person that honestly does not care if a camera is in front of them or not, and they can truly be themselves regardless...than my friends, you may have some special subjects! I get that feeling when I look at the portraits in this photo book. You can feel the real-ness of the photos. You can feel the stress of the day that the subject had that particular day, even the great day they had, or just how a certain subject looks at life. I found myself feeling a different way when looking at each portrait. I'd say she did a great job just based on my emotions alone.<br />
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A photo book has been something I have thought of, but thats an adventure I would have to thoroughly look into. I'd love to have my own work published! That'd be amazing to be quite honest. Although, sometimes I feel like I'm still an infant when it comes to being a photographer. <br />
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There is some research to be done, and I intend to look into this. </div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1190232562552405703.post-28674405319963120022013-07-18T00:19:00.000-04:002013-07-18T00:36:37.643-04:00Organizing an Art Show<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Salmagundi club. This fine art club has a lot of committees. Since I am a new
scholarship member I wanted to join the Junior/Scholarship member committee. I
think being in a club like this one should be as active as possible. Yes, I am
going to use the cliché phrase: “What you put into it is what you get out of
it.” This phrase definitely rings true. I think, if you are accepted into a
great club like this why not be as involved and as active as you can in EVERYTHING you can?</div>
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The committee basically decides what happens with the
Junior/Scholarship members, for example putting on shows, setting up events, networking
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I was voted into Salmagundi in February of this year, and I
went to the first General club meeting in April (any, and all members) than I
was at the first Junior/scholarship committee meeting just this past June.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The committee head, <a href="http://patriciawynne.com/">Patricia Wynne</a>, who, I will say is such a sweet woman. Her enthusiasm is contagious, and I love
it! She mentioned how she had an opportunity to have our work in a gallery in
NYC, because the owner had a block of time with no scheduled shows! This to me
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Being a fine artist, and tapping into the realm of trying to
get people to see, and buy your work is very hard. You need as much exposure as
you can! That means art shows, art festivals, galleries, web contests,
anything! There’s a lot of different ways to get your work seen.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I think a lot of fine artists want to
make a living off their artwork, right? Well, getting your work in art shows,
exhibitions, and galleries is one way to do it.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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step up and help organize and contact the owner to work out details of the
show.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Now, I must tell you that I
never have organized anything like this before, and I was nervous!! All I knew
is if I want to own a gallery one day I needed to learn how all of this is done. I had to learn, and this was a great place to start! I told Patricia how new
I was to the club, and how new I was to even the fine art realm of photography,
and I had expressed how nervous I was about it. She was very comforting, and had a confidence in me. I don’t know, but she didn’t make me feel like I
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Of course a lot of communication happens through emails. She gave me the gallery info, and told me I had to set up a meeting
with the owner to discuss the show. I was at a loss as to what I should be
asking him. Hahaha. I was busy, and I kept forgetting to call the owner. I
finally did it last week. Not much time had past. I didn’t procrastinate too
much. I called the gallery, and funny thing was, she was there. I spoke with
her on the phone, and asked her really quick about the details I should be ironing
out with him at the meeting. She gave a quick list, and I
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the gallery Tuesday (07/16/2013) A small gallery, but he has been in business
for 30 years. He must be doing something right. We discussed all aspects of the
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">The Art show will be at Mehu Gallery.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Located at 21 W. 100<sup>th</sup>
street, New York, NY, 10025. Opening day is September 19<sup>th</sup>, 2013.
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I’m really excited!! I haven’t decided what photographs to
enter yet. I definitely will give it a ton of thought. The Junior/Scholarship
committee is meeting next week so, there might be a theme, and there might not
be one. Just in case before I decide what I want to enter I’ll wait to see if
members want a specific theme/style/genre of artwork to be displayed. </div>
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gallery owner, and her being there when I called was funny enough,<br />
but what this whole situation told me was that this committee, and the club was really to get us, the New Artist Members, the
experience we are essentially looking for, and need to be successful artists. She could have just as easily set up this show herself. She
provided the opportunity. It was up to one of us to step up. I must thank
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The Junior/Scholarship members have a show we have to set up
to take place at the actual club.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Which is right on 5<sup>th</sup> ave. We jury all artwork, and plan the
show ourselves. The great thing about this show is that it’s a bit bigger, and
all artists can enter artwork, not just Salmagundi members. Another great thing is that it’s the
first art show after the long awaited renovations are completed! We are the
first show of the year, and the first to use the new gallery space in the club!</div>
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All this is very surreal to me. I love being involved, and
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1190232562552405703.post-37831208026516657742013-07-14T12:00:00.000-04:002013-07-14T16:17:57.410-04:00Photographs: More than just a Moment. <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
I know that I have tackled the question of what makes a photographer. I get into a number of things that separate the fakes from the real deals. Now, I'm going to go a step further.<br />
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There are REAL photographers, than there are the photographers that change the world. These photographers are world renowned for a reason. They go way past the glamour. They have gone far beyond a comfort level many of us will never encounter, or understand. Their lives have actually been at risk. They go into the areas most wont.<br />
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Throughout my life, I have be able to see and do some great things. I set goals, and I achieve them. I remember how I set the goal to make it to Australia. Getting to Australia was a pipe dream. People from the lower east side of Buffalo barely get to the other side of town let alone to a country on the other side of the world! It was a long process, but I got there! I was extremely happy. I set out to do something, it was a hard road, but I finally made it. I was the happiest girl in the world. Once that happens, once goals are met I feel like something strange occurs within a person. I took care of me, I was having fun, doing what I wanted to do, but all I kept thinking was, "I want to do something that matters in the world." I wanted to, I don't know, make a difference, do something meaningful, or at least good ya know? It was almost as if I was done living in my pleasure bubble. I joined a conservation group while I was away on my exchange program in Australia. I got to plant trees! It was a small thing, but hey, trees are important!<br />
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That "I want to make a difference" feeling consumes several people around this globe. Photographers included. Successful photographers spend such a long time getting to their ultimate goal (whatever that may be) than they achieve their goals, and I think that's where the feeling to give back comes in.<br />
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How the hell CAN photographers make a difference in this world?<br />
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I've heard some photographers say, "Oh, all I do is just take pictures." I always hated to hear those types of things. I mentioned in previous posts how capturing a memory can really affect so many people. They'll have the memory for years to come. You, the photographer, created and made that image part of history. That person in their time of sorrow can look back at a loved one that has passed, and remember and re-live how beautiful they were. A person can be having the worst day of their lives, look at a picture, and feel just a little bit better. I will even go as far as to say that photographers have saved lives by preventing someone from committing suicide. These things, in fact have happened. If that isn't making a difference I don't know what is.<br />
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I went to a the NYC photo expo Fall 2012, and I loved it! Of course I did. I saw a post card promoting this documentary about glaciers. The promotions kept mentioning how stunning the images were. I spent some time in Alaska so, I was immediately sold. I HAD to see this movie!! Without even knowing the true point to why this documentary was made. There was some specials screenings, I kept missing the ones they had in NYC. I kept checking where it would be playing. I finally saw it. I happen to find it late Sunday night (7/7/2013) on Netflix. I was tired, but as soon as I saw it, I was determined to stay up, and watch every minute.<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEdTK32QLgk1L9nf9dwbCS-jSrwASglq4M5tjaM4BTVbeMXMrehZHXlxDutteMvxZ1ZRuOLPb1ClH7PoUAczHywXgLYVRdqr7J2uS4oADxt8Qp6jnfIvhyphenhyphenBkKIJvBQKAWdfqLnW25aa4_0/s1600/Chasing-Ice-Print.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEdTK32QLgk1L9nf9dwbCS-jSrwASglq4M5tjaM4BTVbeMXMrehZHXlxDutteMvxZ1ZRuOLPb1ClH7PoUAczHywXgLYVRdqr7J2uS4oADxt8Qp6jnfIvhyphenhyphenBkKIJvBQKAWdfqLnW25aa4_0/s320/Chasing-Ice-Print.jpg" width="320" /></a>The documentary was called "Chasing Ice." It is covering a photographer, James Balog on his mission to capture the current state and the continuing depletion of the world's glaciers. He has always felt very connected to nature, being able to capture it in a such an in-your-face way. But he also has done his research he gets into the science of it all. When you hear him speak in the documentary, his passion definitely comes across strong, and you begin to really feel how he feels. However, covering glaciers you're going to jump right into the Global Warming Controversy. Ya know, the whole... oh it was a big deal, but oh, now apparently scientists don't agree, wait a minute- there really isn't anything wrong with our Earth. Blah. Blah. Blah. I think the people who experienced Hurricane Sandy will beg to differ. I will refrain from getting too into all the crazy weather we have been having for the past few years. Balog sets out to actually document the amount the glaciers are receding. I could get into the science of it all, but I want you to watch it, and take it all in there. He wanted to take a picture once every hour (during daylight) for an extended period of time. I think he ended up doing somewhere around 3 years. and time-lapse all of it! Yes, its about an Ice survey. Yes, the images are absolutely breath taking. Yes, it was shot great. Yes, there is a great story here. BUT... what he does is provide crystal clear evidence of what is happening on our planet.<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJSl7g9q8P66WoeCXY3LNKP4EocMlAVK7W6AhJylWXWcEC6OXtwbzrMITHLdbadBGOGSlj9n4UI7FM-xpbpAEK4PuzRhFfGXdkLvm3zKj1PFA9n3VwphVEfEf4SqljdyBU3PeoqWDXN-dU/s1600/J_JB.Iceland.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="211" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJSl7g9q8P66WoeCXY3LNKP4EocMlAVK7W6AhJylWXWcEC6OXtwbzrMITHLdbadBGOGSlj9n4UI7FM-xpbpAEK4PuzRhFfGXdkLvm3zKj1PFA9n3VwphVEfEf4SqljdyBU3PeoqWDXN-dU/s320/J_JB.Iceland.jpg" width="320" /></a>He was a photographer that wanted to show the world the problem. He wanted to alleviate all of the nonsense going around in the media, and maybe lessen the confusion that surronds this Global Warming issue. He wanted to make a difference. People dont know what to believe anymore, and he provided the proof. There are stills that are taken and you can compare one or two photos, but to see the evidence in this way hit a bit closer to home.<br />
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He's not the only photographer to ever do this. By no means. There are so many photographers' photos that have changed the way we have looked at social issues, and events happening on our planet. They've given the masses the reality check needed when the country was at war, and the American public was safely back home in their own little bubble totally oblivious to what is happening in the world wound them. They put the problems from around the globe right in the faces that refused to believe such horrible things were actually materializing, and lingering for years to come. They provide the shock value, and the dose of reality that needs to be had for the more advantaged in this country, and overseas.<br />
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The photographs above are famous for a reason. They are the reality no one wants to admit. There are a lot of things that exist in this world, and actions that are taking place right now that people do not want to realize. We have to live right?? We have to somehow be able to lead happy lives, be able to raise our kids, and think our children have a chance in this world. When I get to thinking about all the crazy messed up things in this world that are happening right as I type this, it is such an overwhelming feeling, and one of despair. It's because I can't fix any of it quickly. We all are part of the solution, and we can do small things to get to the goals we set for the world we live in. Whether its dealing with pollution, famine, war, or the climate change that is scaring the the crap out of everyone. We have to stop thinking "oh, I'm only (fill in the blank) I can't really do much." I don't believe that for a second. Each person is important, has a role, and affects a great deal throughout just a single day.<br />
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Never underestimate a passion, talent, or a love of something you want to do with your life. <br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1190232562552405703.post-64344829768127752672013-07-07T12:24:00.000-04:002013-07-07T12:49:34.241-04:00The Photographer's Question<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
There have been hundreds of thousands of people... forget that... MILLIONS of people that find their art, and creativity in photography. People love it!! People have a passion for it. People see the world through a camera even when a viewfinder isn't lifted to their eye. <br />
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Something happens to a person once they snap the shutter, and they've captured a specific moment in time. Hell, maybe you dont feel that way about photography, but I do! Sometimes I just see something, an urge takes over, and I NEED to capture it. Even if it doesn't turn out to be the best photo ever I still needed to take that photo. I always go with my feelings when it comes to photography. <br />
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That relationship, or connection with pictures that I have probably comes from my parents. We've always put photos on our walls, either of just the family, or of a great sunset my father got to see while fishing. My mother always creates these cool scrapbook-esq pieces to put on our walls. I know thats where my love of scrap-booking comes from. There's just so much to do with photographs, and thats what makes this medium so great!<br />
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So, the passion is there. You have the creativity. Hell, you even have a camera. For those who want to become a photographer have to ask the question: How do I make a living doing this?? <br />
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My generation has seen photographs go from just 35mm film to the whole Instagram situation! The transition to digital was mind blowing for everyone, I think. Everything became SO easy!!! Today, everyone is a photographer. Everyone that can get their hands on a smartphone and create an Instagram account, slaps some filters on their pictures calls themselves a photographer. Call me a snob, but I've had training in photography, and I feel like I've developed a style, and an eye for certain detail. I have practiced my photography, looked into techniques, ventured into what I think is art on a photography standpoint, and I'm sorry but Instagram?? If thats what in fact you are doing... YOU ARE NOT A PHOTOGRAPHER. <br />
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Being a photographer is far more than just taking a picture. Anyone can do that! Especially now, more than ever. So, what is it that sets the real Photographers a part from the fakes? Anyone can learn the equipment(depending on how quick you learn, and your ability to pick up on tech-y things.) We've already established anyone can actually take the picture. So, what do I think it is? There are so many out there utilizing our precious moments like our weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, and even our children to make a buck and to call themselves photographers. These are the things we want captured. We want to re-live those great moments. We want to freeze our child in time to remember how cute they were at 4 years old, especially when they become that horrible, rebellious teen. I'm sure several people have encountered the terrible class photos, family portrait, or even wedding photos where you ended up wasting thousands of dollars. When things like this happen that's when you know not everyone can be a photographer. Mainly because you're pissed that you got shitty photos out of the deal. <br />
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There are many different types of photography out there, and I'd like to think that the beloved "Long-Arm photography" as I like to call it, is not a type of photography, but just the thing that those instagramers need to fulfill whatever attention needs they have. We live in a world of instant gratification now, and Instagram is just the thing to satisfy the needs of the attention-whore. I wont even get into the duck-face and bathroom mirror photos!! <br />
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I will not say that everyone on Instagram is talent-less. I have seen some great things on there!! I have always said that it doesn't matter what equipment you use to be a great photographer. I've seen some crazy impressive equipment owned by a half-assed photographer and didn't really impress me with what they produced. I've seen amazing things come from people that could only afford a cheap point and shoot. So, equipment does not make the photographer! <br />
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The Photographer's question isn't, "How Do I make a living doing this?" Now, it's "Am I REAL Photographer?" A great photographer is humble, and know thats there is always room for improvement. They never get to cocky either. They always work hard with the equipment they have, and they go with their instinct, and feeling when they take a photo. A great photographer has immaculate attention to detail. It's the difference between a ruined photograph when a photographer doesn't see that bra strap, or a lop-sided tie, or the garbage-can in the distance of a great landscape. A photographer that sees the tiniest detail, and the big picture, all at the same time! Knowing your equipment is half the battle, it doesn't have to be a Leica, but whatever you are using make sure you know how to produce the best picture possible. Knowing how to work with what you have is a great skill, and I'll go as far as to say thats even a talent. <br />
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When I think about how I take pictures, and if I am in fact a "Real Photographer" I often wonder if I passed the bar, or are up to par, or whatever measurement you want to use. Do I measure it by how many people say they love my work? Do I base it off of how much I sell? I'm not really sure. I do appreciate the eye that I have. I think that composition, and whatever you put in that frame is the most important. It doesn't matter if you had a bad camera, you were freezing, and couldn't achieve a steady hand, or that person just photo-bombed your picture. If you have a vision make sure it makes the frame exactly the way you wanted it to. <br />
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Capturing a moment is one thing, but if you can capture that moment, the emotion, and make someone else, even a total stranger, feel that emotion years later from looking at it than it goes way beyond just snapping the shutter. When you can do that you can then say yes, I am a REAL Photographer. <br />
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One on-Going Project I have going is this NYC black and white project. <br />
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So, what do I mean Black and White? When I look at things I feel like I always see things in photograph form. I can see the composition constantly. When I see a photo with my eyes, and the urge strikes "Yes, you need to take a picture" thats exactly what I need to do. <br />
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Sometimes while walking around the city on my everyday errands I see colors that just stand or POP out. For me, the color black is such a striking color, and very aesthetically pleasing to my eye. It's my favorite color. I dont know why. It just is. The color black happens naturally in a lot of ways in the city, and I wanted to capture that. I didnt want to make just make some regular black and white photo. I love black and White photography, but I wanted to find black and whites that were already there.<br />
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I'm real big on contrast too. I want things to be striking!! I love black and whites. I am really into the giant contrast between the two. I love the combination. To find that combination in the city is a bit more challenging. This project is definitely in progress. I think as I go along my end result may change, morph, and develop into something I am not aware of now. Who knows?? But thats the beauty of art!! <br />
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Here a few examples of what I mean. These aren't edited. Once I think I am done shooting this than I will go into my editing stage. <br />
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Those are just a few examples of where I am going with this. I really wanted to avoid the continuous picture of texts, signs, and things of that nature. The nails picture isn't really a Black and White per se, but I liked it. I may include the grey areas into this whole project. I'm not sure. I took the picture so, it has to be connected in some way. I'll find the connection down the line somewhere. </div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1190232562552405703.post-43000040673601218872013-06-30T13:04:00.000-04:002013-06-30T13:04:09.322-04:00New Zealand PanoramasI wanted to feature a few pictures that I just absolutely love!! <br />
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To start, I want to get into the whole panorama style. We all have seen the apps on the smart phones that do the piecing together to make 360 panoramas. We also have the point and shoot cameras that do that as well. I feel as though the whole environment of making absolutely everything easier makes a lot of things more insignificant, or at least just not as special. It also takes out the skill required to take great 360 panoramas. Don't get me started on the whole Instagram phenomenon. Now, everyone under the sun is a photographer, right? UGH! <br />
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All we have to do now is hold up our latest addiction called a smart phone. Swipe it across the room. Press a quick button, and in 2 or 3 seconds flat you have a brand spanking new 360 panorama photograph!! Dont get me wrong I love seeing them! I think Panoramas are awesome even if it is done with a smart phone. But I DO NOT use those apps! <br />
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When I first discovered how great a panorama photo is, I looked into how it was originally done before all of this smart phone business came into play. <br />
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Take your camera, make sure you have proper consistant prospective, exposure, and a damn good steady hand, or tripod. You later take all these photos(you usually take any where from 15-40 photos, depending on what you want to include. Sometimes even more) and than edit them together. There is specific software you can use that can seam all your photos together for you. I know photoshop has photo-merging. What I wanted to do was to seam everything together manually myself. My first panorama ... geez was that hard!! I knew I needed more practice shooting it, and also editing the seams! It's tough!!!<br />
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Why did I want to go through all this trouble?? I don't know, I just felt I needed to learn this way first before jumping into some crazy software. I wanted to know how hard it was. Was it paying respects? Maybe. Paying my dues?? Most likely. There is a plus side to doing it all your self though. I am able to control everything, and not have to deal with the details of a software program to make very tiny changes. Cons: it just takes more time. <br />
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I have been taking a lot of photos to do panoramas. I have a page on my site that features them. <br />
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I have been working on a big one!! I can't wait to finish it, and show everyone. It was taking me a long while to finish it. I was working on it for hours a day for weeks!! I finally decided to take a break from it. I will be getting back to it, and finishing it soon. I think taking a break from creative work, and going back to it is definitely good for the artist. Your mistakes become more noticeable, and sometimes you can see things a bit more objectively, which will only make your art better, or more of what you envisioned for it in the first place. ON the other hand it can morph into something greater than you originally though. Taking a break is never bad, well, at least not to me. Others will beg to differ. <br />
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My most recent finished panoramas are below. They have to be my favorite ones to date!! <br />
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This one was taken at the Otago Peninsula in New Zealand. An absolutely amazing place! I remember how I felt that day, and how lucky I was to see that! I felt like I was seeing perfection! I wasn't able to get an entire 360, but a pretty, damn good 180. <br />
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I really love this Panorama! It really has to be my top pick thus far. This wasn't a full 360 either. I could have made it a whole 360. The other side was beautiful as well, but there's a viewing area that includes railings, concrete and cement. I'm just not into showing that sometimes. I wanted this one to be just the view, not HOW we viewed it to be included. I am not against showing the entire real environment, but this one, I wanted it to be just the view I got to take in. <br />
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You can definitely see my progression, and growth when addressing my skill in panoramas. My first to my most recent, what a difference!!! <br />
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So, for aspiring photographers, even if you think you aren't any good at photography, or not up to par now, just know that you'll get there, and definitely get better!! Dont give up!! <br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1190232562552405703.post-13027609980401952013-06-26T13:06:00.001-04:002013-06-26T15:44:01.160-04:00Dont Quit Your Day Job. <b>"Dont quit your day job."</b><br />
This phrase has new meaning in my newly found settled life here in NJ/NYC. I include NJ because I may live in Brooklyn now, but my jobs are in NJ. A large portion of my time is spent in NJ. I almost look at NJ as a place where I have a bit more room to roam. I can escape the millions of people that are "The City." I guess there is a certain pride that goes with being a resident of the 5 boroughs that everyone knows to be NYC. <br />
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Everyone has this glorified image of what NYC is, when you live here its a tough life, not glamourous at all. Some days, all you're left with is the bragging rights, and the ability to say "Yeah, thats right, I live in NYC." I feel like if you aren't working in finance than your life in NYC is a bit of a struggle, at least for people in my age group. Dont get me wrong you can be happy, but it's never easy out here. <br />
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I feel like I made a few mistakes since I have been out here. I had my goals intact, I had my plan, my ambition was at its peak, I knew what I had to keep doing. I was actually going in the right direction. Than my focus just crashed! My than partner became my focus. I am not blaming anyone. I am in fact taking responsibility for this with full force. I ended up moving from the bronx, to NJ where my partner lived. I had thoughts about how I didn't want my career to take the front sit. Love matters. Right?? I didn't want to be the woman that had the career, but with no life, and no partner to share it with. <br />
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Once I moved to NJ it became so much harder to get work, get my resume out to certain offices, and to keep my freelance PA work flowing in. I had my barista job, but the stress at that work place became so much so that my temper was at an all time high. Mix that with the stress of the said relationship, and I was a mad woman! I landed another barista gig in Hoboken, NJ. From that point I moved from the Bronx, and all ties I had with the city were no more. <br />
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Fast forward through the Summer, a break-up, surgery, and than Hurricane Sandy, and you had a broken little girl, so lost, and worried what her life had in store for her. I remember thinking how bad 2012 was and how I thought it was the worst year of my life. Who knows if it really was, but looking back from where I am now, I really feel like it was my year of struggle. <br />
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In my last post I mentioned a little bit about my cafe job. Yes, I have stayed in coffee. Like I said before I love it! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8XGignSx0V1N7vhB9mN_mknaT1X0-srEtkKZRW_9WS4_WHOXxfbkHYoPdsFIzANKkbOr3UlSyRrDYVHA2dlejoMobX3X9K8BYemIbheV-n7Zzf5Z8rwjDrBCywuIMkSEtX4qGIZUXDySw/s1600/IMG-20120606-00060.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8XGignSx0V1N7vhB9mN_mknaT1X0-srEtkKZRW_9WS4_WHOXxfbkHYoPdsFIzANKkbOr3UlSyRrDYVHA2dlejoMobX3X9K8BYemIbheV-n7Zzf5Z8rwjDrBCywuIMkSEtX4qGIZUXDySw/s320/IMG-20120606-00060.jpg" /></a></div>I work part time in Coffee, but my "day job" is working for a TV station in NJ. Getting this job meant the world to me. I knew from that point on my life would get better. <br />
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<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WWpjqHsWzis">The turn around.</a> <br />
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Indeed, It really has! I couldn't be more grateful for this job. I was given a chance. The people that work there are great. I adore a lot of them. Anywhere where I can make brown rice for my lunch is okay in my book. hahaha. They have a full kitchen, I should mention that before anyone is like "What the hell is she talking about?" <br />
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So, at this point you may be thinking, or who knows maybe you're not thinking anything, but I have two clear paths going on here. My transition from barista/film freelance to cafe manager/TV MC Op has been interesting. There is a stability now that I never had before. I am finding that with that stability comes the restrictions. I cant just take off whenever I want to do a freelance gig. I had another plan that should be a separate post altogether, but trying to transition back to film freelance/some side job is non-existent right now, and very hard to make happen. With all of that too is the fact that things are building for me in other areas. The fine art photography with the Salmagundi club, me moving up with the cafe is a strong force. I've had some job offers that I just didn't take, and the jobs I end up interviewing for that are in production, I interview for them, but it never comes around. <br />
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This is starting to sound like I am doubting myself, not at all. I am acknowledging how hard it still is, and how maybe the universal force, energy, or whatever you want to call it, may be pulling me away from the career I thought I wanted for so long. I must remember my thoughts when I am on set. I have had some hard days, and some great days, but challenging. All I do know is I like to lead, be the leader, and control the operations of something. I am actually doing that at the cafe now. I also know I need to be creative. I am also doing that as well. <br />
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Sometimes we really want something, and we don't really know why, or know if that is even really what we want. Maybe your day job isn't what you should be getting away from. The day job keeps you going. It gives you the means to make other things happen. It helps you on the way to wherever you need/want to go. My day jobs? I don't know where they are leading me, but I will take the advice and I wont be quitting my day job anytime soon. Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1190232562552405703.post-54338018026151876862013-06-23T10:26:00.001-04:002013-06-26T18:51:28.560-04:00My Ultimate Plan is in Motion! Wow! Its been almost a year since I updated my blog. Shame on me for sure!! <br />
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What have I been up to? Well, I have been going through a few life changes. Trying to get my life on track I guess. But it didn't mean that my picture taking stopped!! <br />
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I have been taking pictures of a few projects that I have had in mind. I've also been researching contests, and exhibitions and getting into more of what my next step should be. Starting my own business is still my main goal. <br />
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What exactly is my main goal? Funny enough this topic keeps coming up more and more in my daily life. I feel like it's coming together slowly. Like I mentioned before, I definitely want to do the Art Festival circuit. Than down the line to own my own gallery. Some of you remember me talking about this...or not. Even so, I also have goals for owning my own cafe! So what is my ultimate plan??? To do both, and combine the two. As of right now things are in motion for this to happen!! <br />
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October of 2012 I took the plunge and applied to become a scholarship member of the NYC art club Salmagundi. I thought to myself this is such a great opportunity to learn from other artists!! And not just other artists, but artists with a ton of experience with the type of things I want to do!! How exciting would this be, right?? It was a long process. I had to fill out paperwork, submit my portfolio. I was eventually called for an interview!!! I was super excited. The interview involved me talking with 4 people at once. Which can be a high pressure situation. In my head I knew I was doing great though. Afterwards they told me that they had to present me and my work/application to the board, and vote whether or not I would be let into the club. I was extremely nervous! I knew it was going to be a long wait. My track record with voting never has been in my favor. <br />
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<a href="http://www.salmagundi.org/">Salmagundi</a><br />
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February 8th, 2013 I got my acceptance letter for my scholarship membership!!!! I was on top of the world. I was so happy I put myself out there and tried. I got in! I knew it was a step in the right direction. I can enter my work into exhibitions now, and network with other artists finally. I must utilize this the best I can to the furthest extent! <br />
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The other half of the Ultimate Plan for my Cafe Gallery... is the cafe part. I have been working with coffee for almost two years now, and I love it!! I love the history of coffee, the science of it, how difficult it can be, but also how fun it can be! I work for Aroma Espresso Bar, and I started out as just a barista, now I am a shift manager, and the opportunity for me to move up is also coming into reality. I have been promoted fast. I have really put my best foot forward (as "they" say) and its working out. I'll be running my own cafe soon. I will get the managerial experience I need for my Ultimate Plan of owning my own cafe. I think I may need a small weekly internship at a gallery or something of the sort. I have been thinking a lot about that actually. so, who knows. I'm glad things are in motion!! <br />
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This featured Photo has to be my favorite that caught me by surprise. I find it funny when I rediscover a photo. I still have several photos to go through that are sort of scattered among hard drives from New Zealand, New Jersey, Sydney, and New York. I get caught up in a bunch of other photo things than I kinda fall behind as far as getting to my newer stock. <br />
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I took this in New Zealand while on a wine tour in Napier. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlrQRBkZo88iJveYKDuHvNjDoLcQVLx-cxD9qyJZVQhW6OwOkVchxrfo4dmF8VUU5t37AlPhgFuiUi2DY4ZSPxJz1mT98L9oIlJ1s-6ReI4RcoU9uHG5x-4eYJgeqUrYzjNUjokS61qmCP/s1600/MyRoseA.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="320" width="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlrQRBkZo88iJveYKDuHvNjDoLcQVLx-cxD9qyJZVQhW6OwOkVchxrfo4dmF8VUU5t37AlPhgFuiUi2DY4ZSPxJz1mT98L9oIlJ1s-6ReI4RcoU9uHG5x-4eYJgeqUrYzjNUjokS61qmCP/s320/MyRoseA.jpg" /></a></div><br />
Thats pretty much the big thing to do there in Napier. I loved seeing the vineyards. I remember thinking how I loved the color red these rose bushes had, and how I needed to get a damn good picture of it. <br />
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I do love the original, but I find myself playing a lot with my photos, more now and this year than I ever had. I guess I am flowing with creativity. I did a few versions of this picture.<br />
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Of course I love Purple. I guess I have this dark side to me that I always am a fan of, the Tim burton style I favor, and connect with. The Nightmare Before Christmas fan in me, ya know. I like dark, contrast-y, blacks and deep, dark purple. It makes me feel happy. It's very pleasing to my eye. I cant really explain it. <br />
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I am absolutely connected to this photo!! <br />
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I also kept playing, I just wanted to add to it, make some changes. I feel like photoshop is sort of like painting for me. lol. Weirdly enough. I wanted to try some things, and the creativity kept coming. If I had stopped at the black and purple version I wouldn't have felt complete. As if I was really leaving something unfinished. <br />
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When I am editing photos, I can only really post one version of it...right? Not really, but I felt that way at this stage. I loved both the original, and the purple version so much that I thought "why not try to display them both in someway?" The above was what I came up with. Than I wasn't quite happy, so I tried a few other things. I than finally got to the last version that made me feel complete, and happy. :-) <br />
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I looooove this. It makes me smile. I love the black, the strip, the hint of the original, and the powerful purple! To me its perfect for what I wanted to do. <br />
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On my Website I have the final, and the orignal version in the galleries. The original is definitely strong enough to stand on its own so, thats why I have both versions up. And to hell with "rules" it's my business and I do what I feel is right. And you should too with whatever you're doing with your life. Do what feels right!! :-) <br />
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1190232562552405703.post-79541254960623624162012-07-17T10:08:00.002-04:002012-07-17T10:33:51.042-04:00Where Am I Going....with my Business?!Yes its definitely been awhile. That's ok though, we all have lives. <br />
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Side note...I watch this Law school chick on Youtube, she talks about Law School, and everything that goes with it. I discovered her sometime last week, and I watched all her videos because I am uber curious about Law school. Well at the start of every video she says "Yeah I know its been awhile, I've been really busy." Needless to say this became really annoying video after video. It made me feel like it was bothering her to make these videos. As if I was a burden on her of some sort. <br />
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Well Anyways...I do not want to make people feel like that if they read my blog, or if they happen to fall upon it in a few months, and end up reading a few at a time. <br />
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I wanted to write this one about the steps Ive taken so far with starting my business. I think ... at least I think I've come a far amount in this process. About 2 Years ago I told my mom about how I wanted to sell my photos...and it went from there. I than planned out and wrote down what exactly I wanted to accomplish: AKA a Business Plan! I pretty much made a timeline of where I saw my business going. I actually sat down with my sister and we wrote it out around a year and a half ago. <br />
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From there I knew a website had to go up. I kinda let that stew for a lil while I did another contract on the cruise ship. All the while kept taking photos, editing, and figuring out my logo. I feel like the Logo was a tough hurtle. I am super happy with it now, and every time I look at it I feel just as happy as when I first finished it. <br />
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One thing I went through was hiring people to do work for me that I thought I couldn't do myself. My website, logo, and the writing that was going to go on my website. Well what I realize...Im too picky to hire people. I figure if I didn't know how to do something I was going to learn. I just built a website I'm very happy with. I remember literally drawing it out, each page on small sheets of paper every day for a couple weeks. re-hashing how I thought the site should look. The writing I needed my sister to do. I'm not very good at writing my own Bio/about me page. I know my sister was better with words than I was. A good tip though for people starting a business...know your strengths and weaknesses, hire people and seek help if needed. <br />
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My website...done as you may know <a href="http://ambermsherman.com"></a> now...my next step??<br />
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Well I plan to enter art festivals. I have to figure out my booth(another big hurtle for me), and supplies I need. I also have to register my business, trademark my logo, and business name. I have to get a Tax ID Number, and get my business account in order. Yeah, Some of you may be thinking I kinda Should have done my banking first, but I wanted my website out first. I wanted my name out there first. <br />
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If anyone is wondering about this booth, or may have never been to an art festival here a few images. (not mine) <br />
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I realize how doing all of this is, but it doesn't stop me at all. Its what I wanna do. Luckily I'm a barista now, I think If ...well I don't think..I KNOW that if I had a set job right now I would have no time to do anything like I'm doing now. I had barely enough time to sleep let alone time to do photo editing, design business cards, websites, make lists, drawing out my booth design, and do paperwork. No way!! It wouldn't happen. <br />
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Now, I made my list of supplies needed, and the list of the next "to-do's," and I am on my way. I think I should be ready by next summer. Which I think might be a little ambitious. lol, but that's me!! <br />
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I don't have a fancy business degree...sometimes I wish I did only because I'd like the knowledge, but don't let little pieces of paper stop you in what you wanna do. <br />
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With all of this, Ive been getting a lot of new ideas for photography. Just when I think that maybe my creativity runs dry i think of some new video I wanna do, or some new project with pictures I wanna do. That's what I love about being an artist. I actually am going to dive into some portraits. Which when I thought of the idea I was a bit surprised at myself, portraits...at least studio portraits are not really my thing.<br />
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Here's to New Ideas!! :-) <br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1190232562552405703.post-23805268389719623272012-05-07T21:37:00.001-04:002012-05-07T21:37:46.290-04:00Starting a business...???<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br />
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Well I guess I have been on the journey to get this business going. I have to say its pretty tough when you're poor. lol. But it seriously is though. <br />
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You do a lot of hoping ....hoping that things work out-that the hard work pays off-that something will come out of all this chaos. <br />
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What I am learning about myself is that My dream for film isn't a big a dream of mine like I originally thought. I have been chasing the film and video dream of so long...achieved some success.. I think me pursuing it has become a habit? I don't really know. I def enjoy a day that is on set or a day when I'm working on my own project. It would def be my top choice of industry to keep working in. <br />
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I would love to have my photos in people's homes. I want people to love it the way I do. Maybe thats a pipe dream. Maybe not. <br />
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I have so much to do. I think it has been about ... maybe a year since I started to conceptualize this idea of a business. <br />
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"Mom, I think I really want to sell my photos for a living" But than after telling her she talked about how I should do weddings. NO!!! I hate that!!! I refuse to do that. <br />
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Well Maybe this was just a "this was what was on my mind" blog. All I know is I am bit torn on how to make this business succeed. My mother says cut my loses move back to Buffalo and just start there. If I am there I cant do film stuff really(not paid that is) and I'm stuck being a barista (if they will hire me) or like some crazy job I'll hate. Back to lifeguarding? Bartending? how about a new bank job. I think I would shot myself or someone if I ended up in a cubicle 8 hours a day. <br />
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While in NYC I do like being a barista. I think I am addicted to this coffee frenzy...or just the art of coffee. I find myself wanting to learn more about coffee, and wanting to become a better barista. I kinda don't wanna give up this barista thing. Also when film work doesn't come around Its a good skill to have to fall back on. lol. <br />
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I just wanna get to the point where I am ready for a art festival. I am gonna be super excited when that happens. <br />
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I just finished organizing my photos, putting them into a "In use" folder making sure they all have logos, and than a good quality-no logo version for printing. It took me awhile actually. I wasn't expecting it to take me so long. I wanted to edit a new Panarama, but I just don't have enough time tonight. <br />
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I used my day off to good use I think. I organized, updated, and did a new abstract/digital Photo!! <br />
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While going through my all my photos, deciding which ones to post and put my logo on, I came across this photo I took in Boston. I looooooved the curvature of the buildings. It took me a while to take the photo, get the right angle, and distance away. It was a pretty crammed area. The color....well I can't really explain that -except its what I felt to do, and what I fell in love with. I love this photo. The colors I absolutely love for sure! I am a big fan of purple! <br />
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The title is "Building Curves" was inspired by just how the buildings interlock, and how the building and street are one. Curved together as one.<br />
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I also brought this one out to post on my website. <br />
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I took this Photo a bit ago, and never really knew what to do with it. I just loved how I was in this field....no flowers anywhere but this one bunch. It's titled "Violet Indie." The color violet-obviously I love purple as stated before, and the fact that it stood alone. It was Indie. lol. <br />
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I really Like my lasted additions! <br />
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I'm happier with my Website too. I think the way I did the Albums is better. <br />
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Check it out :-) <br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1190232562552405703.post-62134015211294113612012-04-21T14:33:00.000-04:002012-04-21T14:35:43.805-04:005 months in!It has such a looong time since I wrote in this blog....or any blog for that matter. A lot has happened since January. Me living in NYC has been everything but easy. I have to say that first. <br />
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Where do I start... I guess I start with Caffe Bene. It was my main job and still is my main job since living here in NYC. I really wanted to learn how to be a barista. Well..Now I am. Caffe Bene has been such a rough ride I have to say. It has improved, but it's really stressful working there for the amount of pay. IF you watch any of my Youtube vlogs you will def get the deeper scoop. <br />
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Speaking of my youtube channel-Ever since I started that I was less inspired to write an actual blog. I do a number of different thing on my vlog. "Take it all in Thursdays" is just a topic based show where some how the topic just intertwines with my life, and what on my mind at the time. I also do "Featured Friend Fridays" I like this show cause I feature someone who I think is cool. I sing this corny little diddy-at the beginning AND the end. <br />
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On top of Caffe Bene I WAS working to for Newscast US. but...funny enough they stopped calling me for work. Which only means they found another editor. Which I kinda am thankful for cause I did NOT like working for the owner. People Usually sense that. I hated being an editor. I just don't even want to be a Final Cut editor. Maybe to only edit my own stuff, but editing clients stuff...no thx! it totally sucks!! Sorry If I offend any editors out there. I mean if its what you love than Im glad you are doing what you love. I just dont love it. He had me trying to edit on premiere. yeah I always used final cut. so it didn't work out. Not to mention when the owner got stressed, it made everything a hundred times more difficult. <br />
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I started a new method of trying to get my resume out there to get work. Craigslist is just an avenue for people who want people to work for free for their project/movie. which i refuse to work for free. Sorry people. You're worth more than that-my people in production DONT WORK FOR FREE! I emailed as many AD's as possible. ***if you don't know I am on the quest to work up the AD(assistant Director) ladder*** I had a lot of feedback from my emailing. couple cool phone conversations. I did get some work from it. <br />
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The work I got from my crazy emailing was actually big names, union gigs. I was an additional on "The Big C" I actually did two days on that set. I was really thankful for that! I actually was sick when I worked that set. I had like the deepest guy voice ever. And if you don't know what an Additional Set PA does on set....a lot of yelling repeating commands. I thought for sure I wasn't up on my game. But he called me back to do another day. <br />
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Right after that I got an awesome lead to give out my resume at this one office. I got to work on the show "Gotham" Its a pilot show for ABC IF IT GETS PICKED UP. who knows. I worked about 12 out of the 16 shoot days there as a 1st team PA asst. that show taught me a lot!! emotional ride, but definitely worth it. I got a lot of good feedback from a lot of different people. They were surprised I never PA'd for 1st team before. I made mistakes everyday, but they saw I was making less and less of them. I was learning quick. <br />
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thats one thing I have noticed while I have been here in NYC. I have tried a lot of new things while living here. I am a quick learner. I never considered myself that. People who trained me for barista...they were surprised that I was never a barista before. I learned that wretched editing program premiere quickly too. ugh i hated it! and picking up things on set. Maybe I just adapt well to things maybe. <br />
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well "Gotham" was a learning experience for sure. they kept calling me back. I am thankful to my key PA though. I got into with him a bit. but I hope I get more work from them down the line. <br />
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March was a fairly great month to me. A lot of union show work, and Joe came to the states too! he is here now. He has been here for a few weeks so far. <br />
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Right now since its April I went home for easter, and joe came with that went way better than expected!! I am glad peeps like him. I'm back in NYC now, working at Bene now. I say that because I took weeks off to work "Gotham." It was REALLY hard to adjust back to regular life. I was miserable to be back being a barista for $9 and hour. It just sucked. Also "Gotham" was shot overnight. So, adjusting back to morning was super hard! Im okay now though. <br />
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I've been applying to other cafe's for better paying barista positions. I really want this one job-it has benefits. but I don't think I got it cause I haven't heard back :-( <br />
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One thing during this WHOOOOOOLE time I've been working has been my business. Of course. My website has been such a slow process. My sister Bought the domain name. I finally got the webhost and after trying to hire someone decided fuck it-Im gonna do it myself. It turning out .... ok actually. My own website inspires me. is that sad, or too much of an ego?? I'll never know. I really like my panaramas page though. maybe because those damn things are hard to make!! they take a lot of time since I seam them together myself. <br />
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A lot is going on and a lot happened. A lot more to do still. <br />
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As I go one though my business is getting more and more important to me though. I have to find a better paying day job. I would say set work, but when I have set work I have time for NOTHING else but being on set and sleep. literally. I lost touch with a lot of people. work sleep work sleep work sleep. that was all. I love being on set, but When I'm trying to accomplish other things too its not really conducive to get other work done. I love being on set though. oi! <br />
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Well My website is coming together. Its not done yet. so if you check it out bare with me. <br />
<a href="http://ambermsherman.com"><br />
ambermsherman.com</a><br />
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I will definitely keep everything more up to date on whats going on with me and my business and any work I get. <br />
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till next time peeps!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0