Photography 101: Portrait

For my final photography class, my assignment this week was to shoot a portrait.  Most people, I suppose, interpret portrait as a full frame face shot.  But, my take on it leans more toward photojournalism and showing someone in their element.  When I saw this guy, Harry Brown, riding his bicycle down Orange Avenue, I was driving to an appointment and didn't have much time to spare.  So, I kept going.  But, gosh, he was so captivating with his old bike, basket, flashlight, spectacles, toothpick and cowboy hat.  I glanced in the rearview mirror and saw he was still heading in my direction.  So, I pulled over and hopped out, camera in hand, just as he cruised up.  He was happy to spend a few minutes posing for me.   I learned he lives in North Sarasota, served in the Army during Vietnam and has a passion to start his own church.    God bless you, Harry.

Photography 101: Marketing a Product

I mentioned recently that I'm trundling up to Tampa for a weekly photography class.  This week's assignment was marketing a product, and this was my submission.  Despite someone off-screen relentlessly trying to nip at the prop, all in all, it went well.  Many thanks to the Leggy Blonde for the location, props and unparalleled acting.  I'm sold on this product!  Care to join me in a glass? (after 5 p.m., of course)

In other news....voting officially ended last night for the SDP poll which posed the question, "Would you like to see photos from places other than Sarasota?"  I'm pleased to report there will be no recount here in Sarasota, Florida.  The overwhelming response was 'yes' with 80% of the vote.  Management has instructed the entire staff here at SDP to keep Sarasota as the main focus, with the occasional post from elsewhere, preferably within Florida.  Thanks to everyone who took the time to vote!