Leaving On A Jet Plane -- Delaware Glamour Photography

I'm heading towards the big two. That's right! In December, my little photography business will be officially two years old. I can't believe how fast the time has gone by! It seems like just yesterday that I was borrowing the camera from work to "fool around" on the weekends. I had no idea what I was doing, though. I would simply set the camera on the "no flash" setting and let the camera do the deciding for me. I didn't understand camera settings at all, and when someone tried to teach them to me, my visual mind couldn't understand the verbal explanation. But in time, I learned. And in time, I got my very own camera body and lens. And it rocked my world! I left my job and used that one camera body and one lens for well over a year. I couldn't afford to invest in any additional equipment, so instead, I invested in creativity. I studied light, angles, and people. And in time, I came to understand camera settings and how to create amazing imagery manually. And even with my limited equipment, I progressed. And then, just a few months back, I finally did get a second lens! And my how that lens rocks my world! And then, as if that weren't enough, I upgraded my camera body. And that (yes, you guessed it) ROCKED my world. But I'm still not someone to rely on equipment and gear. You will never see me walking around with 20 lenses strapped around my waist ... that's just not my style. I feel like it would distract me from what's really going on and I just might miss an amazing moment.

Anyway, from time to time, I schedule shoots for no reason other than to practice and try out new techniques and to really push myself. Yesterday, a good friend obliged me and was willing to be my victim, er, model. She was all like, "Ok, ok. I'll do your shoot. But only if you get out one of your jets."

Check it out. Isn't my jet nice?

Alright, I don't have any jets. But this particular shoot is such a cool example of creating truly meaningful imagery. My friend works at an airport, LOVES airplanes, and is wearing her Grandmother's wrap. I love when people are able to somehow work in both their passions and memories into our shoot.

Ooooh, I love this next one ...

This next one is my absolute favorite. It's a prime example of how my camera ROCKS my world. The plane was inside the hanger when we shot this and it was completely dark inside. There was a little light coming in the window, of course, but barely anything. I shot this at 6000 ISO. Yes, I said 6,000! The original picture had barely any noise, which is just insanely, crazily amazing. The grain that you see in the picture was actually added by me because I wanted to give it a really, really vintage film look.

On second thought ... this one might be my favorite. Not sure. I love that you can see her Grandmother's name on the lining.

And then, I dragged her up a ladder. She thought I was crazy. But I LOVE these : )

And with a little vintage finish ...

I'm very happy to report that I came up with a brand new service. The idea just popped right into my head while we were shooting in the plane! It's sure to be a BIG hit ; ) It's on-flight corporate head shots. Yes, that's right. This wonderful service would save CEOs precious time by allowing them to make use of their flight hours. In lieu of payment, I will accept a week-long stay in a 4-star hotel. Meals and extra desserts included. The suite must include a princess bed for my assistant, Bella. Please note: This service is only valid on flights going to France, Italy, Australia, Tahiti, Switzerland, and Ireland. Oh, and England, too.

Happy Friday!

Kate