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A mom and dad as cool as possible. A good natured boy with lots of smile and a beautiful young lady full of grace. What love in this family. And the dad had a great eye for a photos and I loved it.
Friday, February 1, 2013
Downtown family photo session/play session
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This playful and energetic family was so much fun to be with and photograph. The sweet and handsome little boys were loving the hide and seek game and just running and playing and the wonderful mom and dad were game for anything. It didn't hurt that they were just the most handsome/beautiful bunch.
Beautiful Fall Colors
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This day was just magic. The weather, the leaves, the colors of fall, the colors they chose to wear, and just the way they interacted with each other. I am sure it's obvious how much pleasure it gave me to process this beautiful family's images.
Wednesday, January 23, 2013
back to blogging
Hi there world. Am I ready to "blog" again? That is the question. The answer is "yes". So here we go with a quick note to get my feet wet.
I have been photographing lots of people. It's been a busy few months. In August I lost my sweet sweet dad. It was a very difficult time for me and my family. Wishing for 2013 to be a healing year. Meanwhile, I am looking for exciting photo sessions, lots of innovation, originality, and refreshingly different approach to photography and all my sessions. Yes I am looking to shake it up a bit. Hope I can pull it off.
-shadi
I have been photographing lots of people. It's been a busy few months. In August I lost my sweet sweet dad. It was a very difficult time for me and my family. Wishing for 2013 to be a healing year. Meanwhile, I am looking for exciting photo sessions, lots of innovation, originality, and refreshingly different approach to photography and all my sessions. Yes I am looking to shake it up a bit. Hope I can pull it off.
-shadi
Sunday, October 16, 2011
How to achieve a successful photography session
Weather you have booked a session with me, another photographer, or you are planning to have "uncle Bob" snap a casual photo of your family, here are some pointers to make any of the above more successful. (There are a lot of other little things that could influence a photo session such as weather, or time of day, or if a child didn't get enough rest the night before, or you came down with a bad case of allergies that morning, on and on a and on....but here are a few things that we can control to some extent):
1) Listen to your photographer for instructions on what to wear. Together with your photographer you can come up with a wardrobe that would be both photogenic and suits your style and personality.
2) Bring your personalities to the shoot. Don't be a fake version of yourself. I promise you that even in a corporate head shot shoot, you will benefit from having a bit of genuine personality showing through. It's always easier to ask you to bring the volume down that it is to ask you to turn it up.
3) Don't forget to interact with your fellow photo mates. If you are with your family, friends, or just your significant other...what makes the photos special is when you interact with each other. Standing merely side by side does not a special photo make. It could be just facing each other, laying a hand on a shoulder, or hugging your child. All of it gives another dimension to the photo.
4) Remember that what ever mood or vibe you and your photographer bring to the photo session, can directly be reflected in your photos. So stay positive, optimistic, flexible, and open minded. This goes both ways for you and your photographer (Me!). No matter what went on prior to a photo-shoot as soon as I arrive on location, my focus is you and how to make you feel comfortable. Your photos depend on it.
5) Be vocal about the things that you don't like. Make certain your photographer is aware of your likes and dislikes. Know your photographer and let them get to know you. It ends so much better if you spend the time to meet and discuss the specifics.
6) Be realistic about the time commitment that a photo session requires. If you have a family of 4 and you want a full session, don't commit to another engagement 30 minutes after you start your session. The feeling of being in a rush can negatively affect the performance of your photographer, and even your own frame of mind.
7) Above all don't be afraid to have fun, or suggest to do a photo-shoot around your passion or interests. When you are enjoying yourself magic happens. When I photograph children, I can count on them eventually forgetting about me and my big lens and going about their business...but with adults it's a bit more difficult. We tend to stay conscious of the camera and let that influence our smile, posture, our facial expressions, etc...
8) One last bit about posture...stay conscious of your shoulders...we tend to raise them up as we get more tense or nervous. Don't be afraid to put your head on a shoulder, lean on a tree, hug your child, smell a flower, hold a hand, run, walk, or even hop. This is the time to have fun, be romantic, be philosophical, soulful, inquisitive, curious, sporty, flirty, thoughtful, BE PASSIONATE, BE YOURSELF...that's where the magic is.
1) Listen to your photographer for instructions on what to wear. Together with your photographer you can come up with a wardrobe that would be both photogenic and suits your style and personality.
2) Bring your personalities to the shoot. Don't be a fake version of yourself. I promise you that even in a corporate head shot shoot, you will benefit from having a bit of genuine personality showing through. It's always easier to ask you to bring the volume down that it is to ask you to turn it up.
3) Don't forget to interact with your fellow photo mates. If you are with your family, friends, or just your significant other...what makes the photos special is when you interact with each other. Standing merely side by side does not a special photo make. It could be just facing each other, laying a hand on a shoulder, or hugging your child. All of it gives another dimension to the photo.
4) Remember that what ever mood or vibe you and your photographer bring to the photo session, can directly be reflected in your photos. So stay positive, optimistic, flexible, and open minded. This goes both ways for you and your photographer (Me!). No matter what went on prior to a photo-shoot as soon as I arrive on location, my focus is you and how to make you feel comfortable. Your photos depend on it.
5) Be vocal about the things that you don't like. Make certain your photographer is aware of your likes and dislikes. Know your photographer and let them get to know you. It ends so much better if you spend the time to meet and discuss the specifics.
6) Be realistic about the time commitment that a photo session requires. If you have a family of 4 and you want a full session, don't commit to another engagement 30 minutes after you start your session. The feeling of being in a rush can negatively affect the performance of your photographer, and even your own frame of mind.
7) Above all don't be afraid to have fun, or suggest to do a photo-shoot around your passion or interests. When you are enjoying yourself magic happens. When I photograph children, I can count on them eventually forgetting about me and my big lens and going about their business...but with adults it's a bit more difficult. We tend to stay conscious of the camera and let that influence our smile, posture, our facial expressions, etc...
8) One last bit about posture...stay conscious of your shoulders...we tend to raise them up as we get more tense or nervous. Don't be afraid to put your head on a shoulder, lean on a tree, hug your child, smell a flower, hold a hand, run, walk, or even hop. This is the time to have fun, be romantic, be philosophical, soulful, inquisitive, curious, sporty, flirty, thoughtful, BE PASSIONATE, BE YOURSELF...that's where the magic is.
Much Love,
Shadi Dunkin
a k s photography
512-785-8331
http://www.aksphotographyaustin.com/
shadi@aksphotographyaustin.com
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
Sleepless in Seattle
Yes they were probably a little sleepless the night before, after all they were to be married the next day. But that said, Heather and Garett were the coolest bride and groom I have ever photographed or met! Everything went as planned and even I stayed on schedule! As the clouds gave way to sunshine the wedding day for this sweet couple started with heavens smiling down on them and so went on the rest of the day and night. Here are a few samples of their special day.
Photo Tip:
Be prepared for anything. Gear up for what ever. Have enough memory, batteries, lenses, etc. Also don't forget your snacks and water. Stay hydrated!
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
Love is beautiful
Photographing a mother and child is one of my favorite types of sessions. I can always count on magical moments to unfold in front of my lens. This session was no exception...but it was one of the most intensely loving sessions I have had. Here's a sample of what I saw that day...it was beautiful...it was love.
Photo Tip: Water element in the photo usually makes the image more interesting...this could be anything from an ocean scene to just running through the sprinklers in the front yard. A rainy day shouldn't keep you from shooting either...put ziplocks on your gear and head outside. In the case of the above session the small ponds created beautiful reflections, a place to explore, and in general interesting textures and shapes.
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