Dave Atkins' Photography Blog » Portraits

Experiential “Beloved” Portraiture

Dave — Fri, 10 Dec 2010 00:47:38 +0000

“Beloved” portraiture isn’t just for brides and grooms on their wedding day. It’s important to remember and celebrate the love and passion we feel for each other on a continuing basis. Celebrating your relationship with your beloved is one of the secrets to long-term happiness. The process of creating quality portraits can enable and reinforce those treasured feelings which bring us together in the first place. And like a fine bottle of wine grows more delicious with time.

Is it time to celebrate your Beloved? After all, they are your life’s best memories…

Amber and Jason have been married for over 20 years, congratulations and good luck with the next 20!

Photographs With White Backgrounds

Dave — Mon, 08 Nov 2010 17:51:20 +0000

Images with a white background, frequently referred to as “Hi-Key” images by photographers, can help focus attention on the subject. This technique can be used for a wide range of applications, including bridal portraits, children and babies, high school seniors, pets, products, etc. At times it’s necessary to fit the image into a website or advertising piece to satisfy the overall design.

Many photographers find it to be a challenging technique as it requires a thorough understanding of exposure, light control, and posing to execute well – definitely not something a camera set on “automatic” can typically handle.

Photographic Illustrations

Dave — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 19:38:01 +0000

Sometimes artistic illustration of a photo can strengthen an image and it’s message. This photo of Bass Guitar teacher Clint performing with his Band Camp class at the Blues to Bach music store makes a great example.

Hand Rolled Cigars

Dave — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 22:57:01 +0000

Brides, do you have a fiance who loves cigars? This is the coolest thing for cigar aficionados:

Corey Frisbee will hand – roll cigars from the finest selection of tobacco leaf right at your event. He’ll teach you how to roll-your-own, roll them for you, and bring enough for everyone to enjoy.

Contact him at: http://www.personalcigarroller.com/

Aubrie and Nic – Engaged!

Dave — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 20:26:42 +0000

Congratulations to Aubrie and Nic on their upcoming wedding.

Mike P.

Dave — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 19:42:15 +0000

Class of 2010, ‘grats Mike!

Liddy

Dave — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 07:12:01 +0000

Pretty Liddy!

Devran Brower

Dave — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 18:13:02 +0000

I met Devran through the Shanwee Mission Chamber, and subsequently took a fantastic sales class with him. If anyone is qualified to teach motivational seminars, goal setting, etc., it’s Devran. Natural bodybuilders submit to both urine drug screenings and lie-detector tests. Oh, and don’t forget the dedication to the training. Amazing!
He also offers 4 presentations at this time:

Dreams Come True, But it is Up to You
Overcoming Fear
Leadership Lessons from a Man and a Lawn Chair
Uncommon Attributes of Extraordinary Leaders

Finally, he’s also passionate about the Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership program for High School sophomores!

Dave Gundersen – Remax Broker

Dave — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 22:08:31 +0000

Here’s some business portraits of Dave Gundersen, his lovely wife, and his new buyers agent. You’ve heard of the 80/20 rule? Dave is one of the 20% of the realtors in the KC Metro area that move 80% of the homes. Last year, after the burst of the real estate bubble, he still managed to sell 35 homes for people. If you want to sell your house, look no farther. Learn more at: http://www.daverealestate.com/

Dave Gundersen's Business Portrait

Amanda’s Album

Dave — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 03:39:23 +0000