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noreply@blogger.com (Willie L Hill, Jr., Photographer/Videographer) — Fri, 04 May 2012 13:52:00 +0000

"We don't own success; we receive it as a gracious gift from God"

Aprille Phillips - Dancer Extraordinaire

noreply@blogger.com (Willie L Hill, Jr., Photographer/Videographer) — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 14:43:00 +0000

If ever there were two art forms that are completely compatible, I believe that dancing and photography are a perfect match. The two professions produce similar emotions that ascribe to illusion of lines, forms, and geometry in making powerful statements that sometimes can only be interpreted by the viewer. To me that is what's so exciting about photographing a professional dancer.

Met a "dancer extraordinaire"...Aprille Phillps. I don't remember how Aprille found out about my photography, but when I visited her studio to discuss doing publicity images for her business I was anxious to begin the job. What really excited me was when I asked her to show me a few of the moves she wanted me to capture. Her dance movements were "divine" and I was completely drawn into the spirituality of her talents. I'm certain you will be able to experience in the following images just how awesome this woman is at performing dance. This is a session I won't forget.

Enjoy!
Willie

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To view a slideshow of additional images click here: Aprille

Jennifer Evans' Portrait Session

noreply@blogger.com (Willie L Hill, Jr., Photographer/Videographer) — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 11:37:00 +0000

"I love taking pictures" is all that Jennifer had to tell me one day when I mentioned that I'd like to photograph her. After waiting weeks for the weather to warm up, finally we decided to give the session a go regardless of what the day brought. Well, it was raining, nonetheless once we got on location and started shooting miraculously the rain stopped and we had fun creating some of the following images.

Jennifer confessed to me that although she likes taking pictures she's never had a session with a professional photographer. My hat is off to her because I think she did extremely well in front of the camera and I look forward to another session with her in the future.

Enjoy!

Willie

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To start the session off I included Jennifer's mom in a shot.

This is one of my favorite images of Jennifer.
I went into the session wanting to create this portrait.

Jennifer has a great smile, but I challenged
her serious side in this image.

Click this link to view a slideshow of the entire session: Jennifer

EDL - Wren/Washington, GA

noreply@blogger.com (Willie L Hill, Jr., Photographer/Videographer) — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 04:40:00 +0000

This Everyday Life (EDL) session of images was taken on a photographic outing in the city of Wren & Washington, GA. The old fire engine was discovered rusting away along a rock road leading to a small airport.

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Church of the Mediator (Panorama)

The Robert Toombs Home (Panorama)

Panorama

Camera: Canon 30D w/17-55mm IS lens
Post-production: Lightroom 2.5
Slideshow: Producer 4

Girl in the Park - Jasamin Hannan

noreply@blogger.com (Willie L Hill, Jr., Photographer/Videographer) — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 04:45:00 +0000

One day while walking in the park with my camera and photographing bits and pieces of nature, I saw this young woman sitting in her car with the window rolled down. She appeared to be in deep thought, but her innocent-looking face and entrapping eyes seemed to clearly expose her inner being. I couldn't resist the opportunity to photograph her.

Not to startled her I politely asked if she wouldn't mind me photographing her where she sat. She agreed in exchange for me sending her the images. With in a matter of seconds I created the following images and gave her my business card so she could contact me. She said her name was Jasamin Hannan...she never contacted me.

I still wonder who she was. Perhaps an angel.

Enjoy!
Willie

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If eyes are the "windows of the soul", then you're looking at Jasamin's soul.

Camera: Canon 30D w/17-55mm IS lens
Post-production: Photoshop CS3

Wisdom From My Dad #3

noreply@blogger.com (Willie L Hill, Jr., Photographer/Videographer) — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 12:43:00 +0000

Want to be seen? Stand up.
Want to be heard ? Speak up.
Want to be remembered? Sit down.

Callaway Plantation

noreply@blogger.com (Willie L Hill, Jr., Photographer/Videographer) — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 14:29:00 +0000

The Callaway Plantation is a living history museum and restoration area in Washington, Georgia. The plantation is a complex portraying life in the American South from the late 1700s through the turn of the century. Callaway brings history to life in the three restored homes, barns, other outbuildings, and fields.

Parker Callaway started building the Greek Revival home found on the site but died before it was completed. Parker's son Aristides finished it in 1869. The family occupied the home from 1869 until 1910. The granddaughter of Aristides Callaway deeded the property to the City of Washington in the 1960s. A panorama below will give you a great view of the plantation.

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Panorama of the "Callaway Plantation"

I can only assume that this cooler proves

that the Callaways preferred Coke over Pepsi!

Work shed.

Camera: Canon 30D w/17-55mm IS lens
Post-production: Lightroom 2.5

Patricia Torres & Jonathan Simu's Wedding

noreply@blogger.com (Willie L Hill, Jr., Photographer/Videographer) — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 18:00:00 +0000

I've been excited about showing this couple's wedding portraits ever since I created them on their wedding day. I just think Patricia and Jonathan are one of those attractive couples that leave an impression on your mind that forces you to smile. It seems their personalities really shine when in front of the camera and you always end up with great images. I really enjoy looking at the following portraits of Patricia and Jonathan's day. I hope you will enjoy them, too.

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To view a slideshow of additional images, click here: Wedding

Wisdom From My Dad #2

noreply@blogger.com (Willie L Hill, Jr., Photographer/Videographer) — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:39:00 +0000

You may not be able to pay for all you want,
but you will pay for all you get.

Two "Old-Timers" & A Man

noreply@blogger.com (Willie L Hill, Jr., Photographer/Videographer) — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 18:22:00 +0000

I have an ole saying about trucks: "They never die. They just keep on trucking on". Well, this is certainly true about the trucks in this posting. For months I'd seen them protectively locked up behind a chain-link fence and I couldn't get a clear shot of them. To add to the problem no one ever seemed to come by and opened the gate, not even to feed the cats that were roaming around.

Finally, (by pure coincidence) one day after a photo shoot I drove by the little shop building and the gate was wide opened! I did a quick U-turn, pulled up to the gate, and found the owner working on an automobile engine. After telling him how much I admired his old trucks and would he mind if I photographed them, he not only gave me permission to do so but he allowed me to get a few shots of him, too. I think you would have to agree that the title of Two "Old-Timers" & A Man is quite appropriate for the photo essay below.

Enjoy!
Willie

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Boshears Skyfest 2011

noreply@blogger.com (Willie L Hill, Jr., Photographer/Videographer) — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 04:39:00 +0000

Last year I missed this unique airshow because I was away on a photographic trip to Florida. Not this time! Thanks to my uncle (he had free tickets) this year I got the opportunity to observe the 19th Annual Boshears Skyfest at Daniel Field in Augusta on October 15th. I didn't get to spend a lot of time at the show because my uncle wanted to get in and out before the big crowds developed. However, I was able to get some wonderful images of vintage and experimental aircraft within that time. Now that I know what to expect I plan on spending a great deal more time in 2012. Hopefully, these "old birds" will still be flying.

Enjoy!
Willie

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To see a slideshow of more images, click here: Boshears

Angelique & Amy - Friends Session

noreply@blogger.com (Willie L Hill, Jr., Photographer/Videographer) — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 17:46:00 +0000

There is something special about two young friends who are separated by many miles but have an opportunity to get together during summertime. Amy is a long time friend of my granddaughter Angelique and when she came for a brief visit, Angelique made sure they had a photo session together. Angelique really wanted me to photograph Amy by herself because she had been telling her about my photography skills. In fact, Amy brought her camera over to the house for me to give her a few pointers.

However, I decided that it would be neat to combine the sessions and photographed them together while giving Amy a few more minutes in front of the camera. It was easy photographing the girls and there are some unique images of them together. I didn't have a lot of time to shoot the session because Amy was leaving the next morning and the sun was setting when we started shooting. So, I decided to use the front porch of our house for a studio.

I hope these images will offer up memories for years to come.

Enjoy!

Willie

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I started the session with Amy to
see if she could work well in front of the camera.

This is my favorite shot of my granddaughter and her friend.I asked Amy to let her hair down for
the following shots which was a great idea.

One well put statement can give you spontaneous
reactions that generates some awesome images.

Amy's Latin descent is quite obvious in this image.

Nothing like horseplay to seal a friendship.

[To see a slideshow of the session click here: Show]

Camera: Canon 30D with 70-200 mm IS lens
Post-production: Adobe Lightroom and Adobe CS3
Slideshow: Producer 4

Patricia & Jon's Love Story

noreply@blogger.com (Willie L Hill, Jr., Photographer/Videographer) — Sat, 06 Aug 2011 21:47:00 +0000

Once again I've had the pleasure of photographing the wedding of one of the kids that I taught in the preschool department at Sheridan Hills Baptist Church. I can hardly believe the maturity these students have achieved in years that seem like yesterday to me. My sense of pride in them is overwhelming and my expectations for their future is wrapped up in one emotional high.

I've known Jonathan Simu and his family for many years and was delighted when they phoned me and asked if I would be their wedding photographer. So, I flew into Florida and we hit the beach for a quick session one day before the wedding. As soon as I saw Patricia for the first time I knew the three of us were going to have a great time taking pictures. Without a doubt the two of them could hit the modeling scene and make a career out of it.

Although Patricia was favoring shooting the entire session on the beach, I couldn't resist capturing images of them in the parking lot and on the boardwalk. Because of Patricia's animated personality I was so ready to get started. You will see that some of those photographs are among my favorites. I want to extend my congratulations to Patricia and Jon and tell them what an exciting moment in their lives these images will represent. I'll see you for round two at the wedding.

Enjoy!

Willie

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Whenever I start a session and get these kinds of
images within a few seconds, I know it's gonna be a good day.

Model material if I ever saw it.

Patricia's idea of jumping into Jon's arms (he didn't drop her).

Nice rock there, Jon!

Patricia is a natural in front of the camera.

Oh, yeah! Jon was pumped for this shot.

To view a slideshow of this session click on this link: Show

Location: Hollywood Beach
Camera: Canon 30D w/17-55mm IS lens
Post-production: Adobe Lightroom & Adobe CS3
Slideshow: Producer 4

42nd Wedding Anniversary

noreply@blogger.com (Willie L Hill, Jr., Photographer/Videographer) — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 21:35:00 +0000

This is a special blog for me because it's about my 42nd Anniversary which we celebrated on the 18th of July. Gosh, the time seems to be flying by for me and Eddie Mae as we dive deeper into our golden years. (I don't know why they're called golden years 'cause my hair is getting grayer by the day!) Anyway, we decided to drive down to Savannah and spend a few days there since we've heard so much about it.

To make a long story short, I had a great time. The hotel was nice, staying up til 3am in the morning watching movies was neat, touring the Savannah Historic District by trolley for 3 hours was perfect, climbing to the top of Tybee Light Station was (well, exhausting!!!), and filling my belly with crab and shrimp deliciously topped off our 4 day adventure. I can't wait until our 43rd anniversary. Maybe we'll go skydiving or something...I don't think so.

Now the fun part about this trip is that my youngest daughter Christy sternly instructed me to take lots of pictures with Eddie Mae's brand new point-and-shoot camera (which I tried). Honestly, I have no skills at pointing a camera at myself and snapping the shutter, especially with a camera so small that I nearly dropped it every time I picked it up. So, the pictures below are my first attempt at being a tourist with a non-professional camera.

Enjoy!
Willie

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Okay, Eddie Mae, smile.

Meet Ashley who booked our trolley tour.
Fun, crazy lady with a great personality.

I caught Eddie Mae chummy up to this
physically challenged dude, and...

...so I gave him one to the chops.

Ashley & Eddie Mae escorting this annoying guy outside.
River Street.
The Savannah River.
The street florist who made Eddie Mae's bouquet.

Eddie Mae with her anniversary bouquet.
Another attempt at taking my own portrait.

Thanks to a generous tourist we got a better picture.

A Purple Heart monument on River Street.

Eddie Mae was caught off guard with my self-portrait technique.

Tybee Island Light Station.

178 steps to the top of the lighthouse was a calorie burner

and those little windows provided instant CPR.

View from the top of the lighthouse.

Inside the Fresnel lens of Tybee Light Station.

Light Keeper? Nope. Just another happy soul who made it to
the top of the lighthouse without passing out. Meet Amanda.

I miss eating seafood in Florida at the Rustic Inn, so this

seafood anniversary meal was HIGH on the list of things to do.

[Click this link to see a slideshow of Tybee Island Light Station]

or go to: Tybeelighthouse

Wisdom From My Dad #1

noreply@blogger.com (Willie L Hill, Jr., Photographer/Videographer) — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 22:00:00 +0000

Six years ago when my father passed away, I sought after claiming for myself an old worn and tattered Bible that he kept by the table where he parked his wheelchair. A quick review of the opening page of the Bible revealed that it had been given to him on October 2, 1971 by New Hope Baptist Church.

This Bible intrigued me for numerous reasons. One being that it had the look of being well read (see the photo below), and two it had some personal notes about our family tree and numerous personal quotes of wisdom he'd jotted down. I'm not certain on the dates of these quotes, but they are very timely words of wisdom and insight and I'd like to share them with you from time to time.

You may not be able to pay for all you want,
but you will pay for all you get.

My Portrait - By Bob Mayes

noreply@blogger.com (Willie L Hill, Jr., Photographer/Videographer) — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 02:20:00 +0000

Several months ago I had the distinct pleasure of meeting noted artist Bob Mayes at the Living History Park in North Augusta, SC. I absolutely fell in love with Mr. Mayes' work. As Bob says it, "Everything I do is with a number 2 pencil". Here's a link to his site; check out his work: Bob Mayes Artist.

One Saturday while we were downtown at the Augusta Riverwalk selling his artwork, he did a quick sketch of me that I appreciate and enjoy viewing. It's not often you get to be the subject of a noted artist. I will treasure this art piece for years to come. Thanks, Bob, for letting me hang out with you. I get to admire your work up close.

The best compliment I've received about this drawing is when
I first showed it to my wife she asked, "Who is that?"
I had to tell her, "It's me!"

Monica & Ariel's Wedding

noreply@blogger.com (Willie L Hill, Jr., Photographer/Videographer) — Sat, 25 Jun 2011 12:57:00 +0000

One way a good wedding photographer sustains a great business is to get repeat business from previous clients. It is such a gracious compliment when a previous client calls you up years later and thank you for the wonderful job you did back then, but now their daughter is getting married and they want you to be her photographer, too. That's exactly how I got to be Monica and Ariel's wedding photographer...no questions asked. Well, except "how much was it going to cost?"

I didn't quiet remember Monica at her mom's wedding, but when I met her in the studio I couldn't help thinking, "what a beautiful, spitting image of her mom" she was. Well, I was right and she and Ariel gave me the chance to create some beautiful wedding portraits that are worthy of my portfolio.

Enjoy!

Willie

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Monica has perfect features for making a beautiful bride.

The use of a "fish-eye" lens makes this shot interesting.

Ariel & Monica are simply "beautiful" together.

The Making of An Image

noreply@blogger.com (Willie L Hill, Jr., Photographer/Videographer) — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 14:34:00 +0000

Recently, I've rediscovered a book that 13 years ago I couldn't get pass the Preface. B-O-R-I-N-G!! The title of that book was "Drawing On The Right Side of The Brain" by Betty Edwards. I knew the book had some deep and profound theories, but at the time in my life I guess I just wasn't ready to receive them.

Now that I'm heavily involved in improving my drawing skills I have an insatiable appetite for finding the best resources out there to help me. While searching the Internet on "how to draw" I came across a site (About.com) that gave some good advice on two books for drawing. It so happened that Betty Edwards' book was at the top of the list. (How ironic). Since I couldn't find my own copy of the book I rushed to the public library and checked out a copy. Boy, am I glad I did. It is a "gem" of a book with some hidden insights on how to maximize the use of your R-mode brain skills. Now I'm seeing the world around me with a new set of eyes.

Taking just a little knowledge of what I've gained from reading the book I want to show you an instance where I put into practice one of the major theories of the book. It allowed me to come up with an incredible image. The 5 steps in Betty's book deal with: 1) Edges, 2) Spaces, 3) Relationships, 4) Light and shadows, and 5) Gestalt (the whole).

Check out the progression of images I took to come up with the final picture that captures the "wholeness" of this mundane scene. Can you guess which one of Betty's theories caught my attention first? The answer is at the conclusion of this post.

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This is the initial scene that caught my eye.

...too much concrete.

The horizontal format is kinda static, but it's interesting.

By introducing the leading lines on
the right, the image is shaping up.

I think this image speaks of the gestalt of this subject,
and the vertical composition adds to its statement.

Answer: When I happened upon this scene I was captivated by the lines (edges) of the pipe.

Vianca & Claude's Wedding

noreply@blogger.com (Willie L Hill, Jr., Photographer/Videographer) — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 03:24:00 +0000

The following set of wedding images are from Vianca and Claude White's wedding. They had a wonderful outdoor wedding at the Sofitel Hotel in Miami and the reception was also conducted there, too. It had been years since I'd done my first wedding there, and now I was back again for another chance to create some unique portraits for another bride. It's amazing how you can be driving to a location that you don't think you've ever visited before, but as soon as you arrive you clearly remember all the details of your visit. Familiarity of a location takes a lot of pressure off a wedding photographer and helps in the shot selections.

If you read my previous posting on Vianca and Claude, then you know them up close and personal from their engagement session. What follows are portraits from their wedding day.

Enjoy!

Willie

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Vianca's dress was stunning.

Vianca & her special friends.

It's always interesting watching the groom's first glance of his wife to be.

Do you think Claude is excited?

Only Claude could pull off this comedian act...

...and laugh about it.

Opps!

Claude roaring his approval.

Let's get this party started.

Drawing Class Portrait

noreply@blogger.com (Willie L Hill, Jr., Photographer/Videographer) — Sat, 28 May 2011 22:34:00 +0000

I had a great time in my first beginners drawing class offered by the Gertrude Herbert Institute of Art. I've never taken a drawing class before, but we had a small class of eager beginners and a wonderful instructor in Cyndy Epps. The photograph below was taken our last day of class just before our "plein air" drawing session. The morning started off "chilly", but quickly warmed up.

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Our teacher, Cyndy Epps, is holding a class project
where each of us had a portion of the drawing to
complete. We joined our individual pieces together,
and Cyndy is holding the final project. Yep,
I was the only dude in the class? Go figure.

Cristina Valesquez

noreply@blogger.com (Willie L Hill, Jr., Photographer/Videographer) — Sun, 22 May 2011 04:16:00 +0000

Two weeks ago while attending an art festival at downtown River Walk in Augusta, I met Cristina who was setting up her booth to sell candles. I'd initially noticed her, but didn't pay too much attention to her until a friend of mine mentioned how attractive she was. With that comment I decided to ask her if she would model for me. Cristina was very flattered by the invitation but equally apprehensive about being in front of the camera. She had never modeled before.

So, to give her some encouragement a week later we met and I showed her samples of my work and she agreed to this first session. I also want to give a big "thank you" to Kenya Moody who applied Cristina's makeup. This was our first time working together as a team, so I've started off the images below with Kenya at work.

In closing, I get a creative rush when I photograph someone who has never been photographed by a professional before. It's a thrill adding my creative touch to their personality and then see it all come together in great images. I look forward to working with Kenya and Cristina in the future. I think we all make a great team!

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Cristina before makeup was applied.

Kenya at work.

Model and makeup artist.

Cristina after makeup was applied.

One look at this image and you understand
why I wanted to photograph Cristina.
Cristina is Panamanian and she has great skin coloring.

We borrowed the front of this truck from a
driver who was parked near our location.

[To see a slide presentation of all the images

from this session, click on this link here.]

Location: 6th Street, Downtown Augusta
Cameras: 30D w/17-55mm IS and 70-200mm IS lenses
Flash: Canon 580 EX
Post: Adobe Lightroom 2.5 & CS3

Art in the Park 2011

noreply@blogger.com (Willie L Hill, Jr., Photographer/Videographer) — Wed, 18 May 2011 18:30:00 +0000

Artists showcase their talents at Art in the Park 2011, a festival highlighting the visual and performing arts. This year's event includes performances by local arts groups and performers, arts vendors, artist demonstrations, and the third annual sidewalk chalk contest.

Location: Evans, GA
Camera: Canon 30D w/17-55mm IS lens
Post: Adobe Lightroom 3 & CS3
Slideshow: Producer 4

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It all begins with a box of chalk.

My granddaugther (Angelique) and her rendition for the contest.

Here's the sidewalk version.

Samantha and her Phoenix drawing.

This was a very impressive drawing. See artist below.
It ain't mud, but it's just as messy!

Everyone took pride in their work.

I love the piercing eyes through the chalk.

Aaah, the pleasure of making pottery out of mud.

Good music was another part of the festival.

Cyndy Epps (my drawing teacher) had a major part in the festival's planning.

Panorama of the crowd.

To see a slide presentation of all of the chalk drawings click here:

I Can Draw #1

noreply@blogger.com (Willie L Hill, Jr., Photographer/Videographer) — Sun, 15 May 2011 10:43:00 +0000

The following sketches and paintings are from my first installment of: "I Can Draw". Back on March 10th I reported in a posting that I had started exploring my artistic talents in watercolor painting and drawing. Well, I'm having tons of fun learning the medium(s), so I've decided to start a gallery of my work in something I call "I Can Draw". In each of these postings I'll show you what I've been up to lately in my painting and drawing exercises. I hope you like them.
Enjoy!

Willie

P.S.: Please, don't comment about how bad some of the pieces look; I'm a very "sensitive starving artist". LOL!!!

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Male Torso (2H pencil)

This is the sketch that was my drawing breakthrough. On a scratch piece of paper one evening I penciled out this male torso and it perfectly matched my example. I finally could see the positive/negative spaces, shading, and proportions. It was exciting!

Bulrushes (watercolors)

My Hand (graphite pencils)

Two Pines (watercolors)

Winter Stream (watercolors)
Woman's Back (water soluble pencil)

Pond (colored pencils)

Pear (Crayola markers)

Flower (watercolor pencils)
Practice Lips 2(graphite pencil)

Flowers In A Vase (watercolor pencils)
Wacom Mouse (graphite pencil)
Bird of Paradise (colored pencils)
Bird on a limb (graphite pencils)
Bridge in forest (pencil & ink)
Diet Pepsi Ad (colored pencils)
Practice Ear (graphite pencil)
Girl sitting on stool (sanguine crayon)
Practice head (graphite pencil)
Practice Eye (graphite pencil)
Knife resting on spoon holder (graphite pencils)
Apple on table (colored pencils)
Practice lips (graphite pencil)
Assorted flowers in vase (graphite pencils)
Toilet paper on table (charcoal)
Squirrel on tree stump (graphite & water soluble pencils)
Apple (watercolor pencils)
Teddy Bear (graphite pencils)

Nectarine & Banana (pastel pencils)

Natasha & Brett's "Love Story"

noreply@blogger.com (Willie L Hill, Jr., Photographer/Videographer) — Sun, 08 May 2011 03:36:00 +0000

Throughout the business year of a portrait/wedding studio you run into customers who simply standout from the ordinary. These are the clients who come to you because they have seen and appreciate your work and know that they want the best that you can offer them. The joy about working with this type client is that they not only let you do your job unhindered, but they encourage you to express your creativity in any fashion that you see fit.

I can honestly tell you that out of the many clients that I've photographed, Natasha Robinson is in the top five. She absolutely stole my heart and loyalty to create awesome portraits for her over the months leading up to her wedding day. I've never met a woman who is so full of confidence and self-awareness as Natasha, yet she has an aura of kindness that supersedes any label you could put on the term "elegant woman".

Quite often when I was photographing Brett and Natasha during their engagement session below, I reminded them what a beautifully balanced couple they were. In many of today's couples you just don't see the type of unselfish relationship that they have with each other. I wished that every engaged couple could spend some time talking to Brett and Natasha about what makes their relationship so unique. Keep an eye out for all of the postings on this couple because I don't want you to miss a true "Love Story".

Enjoy!
Willie

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I don't give nicknames to my clients,
but Natasha's would be "Smooth".

If Natasha doesn't win you over with pleasantness,

she will surely do it with laughter and fun.

Angelique [Quick Session]

noreply@blogger.com (Willie L Hill, Jr., Photographer/Videographer) — Sun, 01 May 2011 15:42:00 +0000

Angelique and I were trying to find an art show that was downtown, but had difficulty locating it. In our search we came across several rustic walls and doors that made great backgrounds, so I had her to pop in these spots for a quick portrait or two. We came up with some great, fun shots that tempered the fact that we never did locate the art show. So...we created our own art!

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Location: Downtown Augusta
Camera: Canon 30D w/17-55mm IS lens
Post-production: Adobe Lightroom 2.5 & CS3