tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-160171312014-10-04T22:32:41.453-07:00Christopherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04986767987376729905noreply@blogger.comBlogger59125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16017131.post-1140161142396727082006-02-16T23:21:00.001-08:002006-02-16T23:25:42.823-08:00

The saddest thing is that most evenings throughout the week, this is all I see of my beautiful girl. I usually wake her up early as I am getting ready for work and we watch Spongebob while Mommy is still asleep(she thinks its trash, but we love how silly it is). Raya will always either ask for a banana or toast first thing when she wakes up, and then go to the restroom and then brush her teeth.

Christopherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04986767987376729905noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16017131.post-1137444871836961902006-01-16T12:49:00.000-08:002006-01-27T08:45:10.946-08:00

well, not really an explanation so much as an excuse. I have been busy!Very busy!, and guess why... I get paid to photograph! It has been much easier to get started than I would have thought but much too hard to maintain with school and work. Initially, I ran a promotion with a bargin price and response was great and I was happy until I realized that despite how much I love shooting and making

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Christopherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04986767987376729905noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16017131.post-1135842122059392752005-12-28T23:30:00.000-08:002005-12-28T23:44:39.993-08:00

In preparation for an upcoming shoot, I headed out to the selected location to do some recon. I have been to the Austin Botanical Gardens a dozen times or so this year but I feel it is necessary to be as prepared as possible. I walked around for a good hour or so and took shots of different spots to shoot at with clients. My invisible model and I were able to come up with several possiblities.

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Christopherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04986767987376729905noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16017131.post-1134582851285978562005-12-14T09:14:00.000-08:002005-12-28T23:25:03.000-08:00

Even the most certain things can fall through. It is that very idea, that nothing is guaranteed, that makes life interesting. I consider myself very fortunate in the sense that, no matter what hasn't gone my way, I have been able to appreciate the experience it has provided. Since the birth of my daughter, I have gone up against tremendous obstacles that, in my younger days, would have crushed me

Christopherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04986767987376729905noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16017131.post-1133804171853746672005-12-05T09:05:00.000-08:002005-12-14T09:05:28.523-08:00

Thanks to all of my family and friends who have lent themselves to the purchase of my new dSLR. I honestly am overwhelmed with gratitude as I was a bit worried that I may not be able to purchase anything until next year. My grandmother, mother, dad, aunt, best friend, and wife, I thank you, not just for your monetary contributions but for believing in my dreams enough to offer them.Yes, the Nikon

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Not having a camera in my possession gives me a lot of free time.If anyone really reads my ramblings, you may recall my mention of being a 50/50 personality type and how photography plays to both my analytical and artistic sensibilities. I think these past few posts are a stark contrast to those made during the time I was shooting well and regularly. Rather than just lighthearted musings that

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"No sense in buying something you’ll outgrow shortly especially if the resell value won’t be significant."Okay, so I did pick and choose a quote among the large amount of feedback I got from emails, calls, and comments left here at P360, but this one comes from a very close family member who has my family's best interest in mind. Not to say others do not, just to say it really means something to

Christopherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04986767987376729905noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16017131.post-1133156168781562602005-11-27T21:35:00.000-08:002005-12-14T09:09:50.380-08:00

I am still swallowing that fact. I sold the camera today through craigslist. I stepped outside myself, watching as I exchanged such a sentimental item for money. I reasoned that, to get the price I was asking, I had to sell it now with Christmas approaching.A photographer with no camera produces no photographs. So for now, I am not myself. I haven't gone longer than 24hrs without a shot since we

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In what may very well be the last of my days of shooting with my Canon Powershot S2 IS, my wife, cousin and I had a photoshoot. Using the p&s, some very creative lighting arrangements and a makeshift backdrop, we had a great time capturing photos. My cousin was a willing and patient model and allowed us to be creative.I did perform portrait work briefly and one of the things I noticed before is

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How much should we invest into our passion? If we wish to achieve a goal what level of sacrifice or disregard should we stake? Should priorities be rearranged to accomodate short term goals that play to the bigger picture? More simply put, can I, with so many other responsibilities and obligations right now, justify redirecting finaces toward a new camera system for my photography. The catch here

Christopherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04986767987376729905noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16017131.post-1132764271946874312005-11-23T08:38:00.000-08:002005-11-26T07:34:45.856-08:00

Here is the follow up interview I promised so many weeks ago. Rebekka wanted to clear the air on some things and what better place to do it than here at Photography360. Additional Q&A will be held at http://www.flickr.com/groups/photography360-interviews/, Join today!Christopher:So, Rebekka, what have you been up to lately? How is school going? The kids?Rebekka:School is just great, I’m really

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Cloud PlayOriginally uploaded by christopherd6. My initial answer to this question was playful and superficial. Having been haunted by my answer for the past two days, I figured the only way to satisfy this feeling would be to pour myself into the answer.Why photography?Photography because it's the perfect blend of art and technology, satisfying my 50/50 personality, allowing me to be

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in his eyesOriginally uploaded by christopherd6. someone asked, "Why do you take photos?"What a question. My answer is very simple.I have an ego when it comes to sharing my views, coupled with a strong meritocratic ambition. Thoughts, ideas, observations, likes and the like aren't shared often, but when they are, I expect others to take notice. Photography is a natural creative progression from

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Here is what I came back with on Sunday. It was a great day and everyone was in good spirits. It was great watching Joe at work(my instructor). He has a highly developed eye for composition and so meticulous and quick at the same time. I realize where my next plateau needs to be. The photos. These are all I have processed so far. I came back with 20 solid shots out of the 180 I took (not

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Christopherd6: seize the fish? why Ryan? carpeicthus: It actually was my high school quote, back when I entirely embraced the nonsensical when I started out in the blog world, I thought I would remain pseudonymous that lasted about 10 seconds, but when I chose my name, I reached back to my past and came up with this that was in 2002; it's stuck ever since Christopherd6: And who are you

Christopherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04986767987376729905noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16017131.post-1131887906919091792005-11-13T04:42:00.000-08:002005-11-13T05:20:17.266-08:00

Some regulars may be wondering, "What happened to the site redesign you have talked about?", well, as things go, it became less and less a priority as photography has set in. Much of the reason behind my intial need to redesign was for sake of generating interest in design services. As some know I did attempt a career in web design and, by my measure, failed to generate substantial enough income

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Per my last post, my new initiative is to begin again in my development as a photographer. My focus will be soley (mostly) on closeup nature photography as macro photography (the defining difference being a matter of magnification and reproduction ratio) isn't within my budget, but donations are welcome. My TOOL is a book by Robert Thompson called "CLOSE-UP & MACRO, a photographer's guide" It is

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"It is pointless to learn new techniques if you haven't mastered the old ones...if you intend to be a photographer of any substance then the techniques of photography should fit like a second skin.",-Paul DuckworthI am not a patient person. I have often taken shortcuts to what I want to acheive, and while I have enjoyed few successes, the failures are numerous. There are several things in my

Christopherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04986767987376729905noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16017131.post-1131042003138893052005-11-03T10:00:00.000-08:002005-11-04T21:57:11.050-08:00

I completely disapprove of all that has gone on in the comments section of Solea's interview. It is unfortunate and discouraging to know that the work has been a defiled by the disgusting displays there. My intention has been to shed light and insight on the many types of very talented photographers that can be found on Flickr. My hopes were that through sharing techniques and goals and passions

Christopherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04986767987376729905noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16017131.post-1130707229144045482005-10-30T13:17:00.000-08:002005-10-30T13:46:28.246-08:00

Christopher: Fack to Bront, interesting screen name, why did you choose it? Fack to Bront: I suppose I'm interested in neology to some extent and also the elements of lysdexia I do have I find entertaining. Fack to Bront just seemed to suit flickr well Christopher: Ahh, quick wit, this will be interesting. Want to share your real name? Fack to Bront: Anndra Dubhacan Christopher

Christopherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04986767987376729905noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16017131.post-1130567301344731932005-10-28T23:17:00.000-07:002005-10-28T23:30:57.926-07:00

I am very proud of my latest works, I have even gone the extra step of adding my personal logo/signature to many of them. I am invigorated and looking forward to a fantastic birthday weekend with my family.

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By creative boundaries I don't mean having reached the bounds or limitations of my creativity, and I would pray that never happens, what I mean is having to create soley within bounds of what may be acceptable right now. These boundaries are finacial, mental, social, etc. All can change with time but if I am changing as well, will I have the mind to create then? The finacial issue is the least

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