Today I shot my first wedding. I hate saying that because I don't like to admit I am inexperienced; which is just pride showing it's ugly head I guess. Actually I did shoot one other wedding which you can read about here; but I don't count that one. ... Read more

A few nights ago, I had gotten an email about a live Gary Fong interview being held on this site. Interested, I joined this community and found that I have more to find here, beyond a simple interview. I look forward to posting more here as well as ... Read more

Well yesterday after work a bunch of my coherts...I mean co-workers ;) and I all went out to dinner, complimentary of our boss and our company.  One of our assistants is moving to Florida and we wanted to wish her well.  I was having a rela... Read more

So I thought I would make a post because I was looking at my new business cards and got really excited!  I got these a little over a week ago and haven't had that much time to look at them.  So I pulled them out and looked them over.  ... Read more

Every Year I do a spooky Halloween shoot for Halloween cards.  I got an amazing opportunity to shoot at an old barn check out these images. 

Hi All,   So, I met member Kyle Perison on the Playground, and we got to talking.... I told him about a shoot I wanted to do that involved a couple and a sports car.... and how the couple I had lined up for the shoot had some "issues" they nee... Read more

" Look and think before opening the shutter.  The heart and mind are the true lens of the camera" - Yousef Karsh        What causes a person to be inspired to go beyond what is normal into the extraordinary?  For some,... Read more

Some of you know that recently I was the victim of a peeping tom/stalker...whooda thunk eh? Well to make a long story short for those that dont know the story, he was watching me through my office window which faces the backyard. We dont know how m... Read more

After two years I finally realized that what I see on my monitor is not what others will see. I always thought it was because their monitor was possibly not calibrated correctly...But nay, I have just been setting the profiles wrong.   This wo... Read more

I won't voice a lot of opinon on the new Canon 5D Mk II other than to say that it breaks some new ground and opens doors to new photographic vistas. The Acclaimed Photographer Vincent Laforet has done some tests which he generously shares with the h... Read more

"Only Passions, great passions, can elevate the soul to great things."  Denis Diderot         A few years ago I had the honor of being asked to go to Mexico to teach photography.  It was a 4 day seminar.  The... Read more

Cool site. Hopefully I can help some folks out. You can view my work online at www.craigmitchelldyer.com and check out my blog at http://blog.craigmitchelldyer.com

Perhaps the concept of Wedding photojournalism got it's start way back in the 20's    Take a look: http://www.shorpy.com/node/4265?size=_o riginal If you aren't familiar with Shorpy you should put their RSS feed in your reader; all ... Read more

I was sitting here complaining about all the work I have to do .... pulling an all nighter editing and getting caught up. The buck stops here. Today is a day we need to be thankful for what we have in this life.   PLEASE POST WHAT YOU ARE TH... Read more

  My buddy Adam is getting married in 2 days and I'm going to be shooting his wedding. Though I have been 2nd shooter at a lot of weddings this will be my first ever 1st shooter role, and I'm really excited. I rented a 85mm f1.2 lens for th... Read more

Ok. So here is the scoop. I've decided to start up a blog here on PM to keep all my new friends up to date on my progress in my photography career and my entertaining life. I'm no writer so you'll just have to deal with it.   Let's start off with ... Read more

Let me know what you think, thanks CANDICE  

I was honored to Photograph Kent and Robyn's wedding on Sat.  Kent an Robyn held their wedding at the Koehler Winery.  The Koehler winery is stunning, it is situated on a 100 acre estate that is planted with 67 acres of Cabernet Sauvignon,... Read more

Hi, I'm Ross Hagen. I signed in to the playground a few weeks ago. I intend on joining the school tomorrow, 9/25. I popped in to the playground a few times to see how everything works, etc. and then became busy with a few projects.My weekend is cle... Read more

well here it gose!!!!

Well, one way at least!   I did a maternity session today for one of my brides.  I think this is such a fab story I have to tell it because a lot of my business is refferals, however this one rocks.   Back in 2004 I was managing th... Read more

Ok just got back from the courthouse, I thought I would be there a couple hours at the least but it only took 1/2 an hour today, reason being is that the D.A. said that my neighbors case already has a D.A. and judge assigned and they want to combine ... Read more

Well yesterday, as you know, I purchased teh KK LR Presets and was all gungho!  Well, I think I over did it.  Today I am sitting here in the heat un motivated, opening and closeing programs having very negative conversations with myself. &... Read more

Today, with Cinematic Studios’ Ron Dawson, we’re co-producing a reality TV mini series for the Web starring 25 of the hottest professional photographers in the industry. The series is this year’s pre-WPPI buzz builder. Ever... Read more

I am currently the proud owner of the Canon 24-70mm L f/2.8 lens, it was the first L lens I purchased when I started out on the road to wedding photography.  I've used it about 10 times or so for weddings and various shoots, but since then&... Read more

Friends Dont Lets Friends Crash Parties!!!!!! Shout out to the Santa Anna Collage police. That was a too much fun!!! You guys ROCK!!!!! WOW I am making a 911 call to the hairdresser, they should have booked me just on the root color alone. Wel... Read more

Allison and I had the privilege of shooting the new images for Jeremy Horn's upcoming CD "The Sound of the Broken". From this shoot we'll create his new album art and all the cool promotional pieces that travel with Jeremy and the guys. It was a ... Read more

So the shoot in Canada is becoming more exciting as we speak....   We'll now have 6 PhotographyMentor.com members at the shoot, and will be having a get together dinner the night before... This should be a lot of fun... Anyone in the area is ... Read more

Well I guess it's that time again. For me to stick to my plans on maintaining a weekly blog post here at PM even though I have absolutely no motivation and drive to do so at this point in time. But seriously don't feel sorry for me. I'll be fine pick... Read more

My first initial idea for starting a blog here at PM was to share with all my new and interesting friends what was going on in my photography journey each week. Now there's so much going in my head I cannot wait a full week.  That's where this r... Read more

mckenzy & rich august 9, 2008 Last year I shot the beautiful wedding of the talented event planner, Robyn Goldberg. Yesterday we were able to work together again after she referred me to her clients, McKenzy & Rich. Thank you, Robyn, for s... Read more

I had my first children and teenager session on thursday. Was really an experience.. to shoot a different child than your daugther. I was so nervous i can tell you but in the end i think everything worked out just fine. Now i hope i will find some mo... Read more

Here is the thing, I have the memory of a GOAT!  I forget things, I loose everything.. I am serious  I LOOSE EVERYTHING.. I don't know why my darling hubby to be buys me such cool gadgets!   Not only do I loose everything, I break... Read more

Papa posted on his blog a question: \"So here\'s the deal. What if you are shooting in a less than flattering environment. What if the light coming through the windows is Blue. Trying to move outdoors is a problem with high mid afternoon sun and ... Read more

So here's the deal. What if you are shooting in a less than flattering environment. What if the light coming through the windows is Blue. Trying to move outdoors is a problem with high mid afternoon sun and no shade. I guess this could apply to a... Read more

Thanks to everyone who joined in the first 24 hours of "The Playground".... And a BIG thanks to Current School Students for being patient as we convert your old memberships to the new site!!!!   We're off and running... or shall I say Playing... Read more

  2008-08-06 Photography for me is one leg of a three legged stool; design, writing and photography. I have yet to combine all three in one work but hope to achieve the complete vision and in the process find a way to supply the many needs of ... Read more

Featured on ModernPhotography.net  For all of you that follow Trashthedress.com  Modernphotography.net is the sister site.  I am honor to have 9 header images featured on the site.  What a great Day!!!!