January 17, 2012 11:59 AM
Inspiration for all: “Don’t Quit Your Daydream”

I was so inspired by this film I watched last night that I just had to share it with you all.  “Don’t Quit Your Daydream” is about a two-member band that puts its best efforts forth to make it in the music industry.  There plan?  Drive across the country with their band and film crews while making stops along the way to record tracks with local musicians.

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December 07, 2011 11:34 AM
Remembering Pearl Harbor after 70 Years

It has been 70 years since the attack on Pearl Harbor.  If you happen to come across a photo like the one above, you know exactly what you are looking at.  Photographs like these have become ingrained in our nation’s and world’s history.  With world changing events such as this, we are constantly reminded how important photography truly is to us.

God Bless Our Troops.

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December 02, 2011 09:21 AM
5 Great Holiday Gift Ideas for Photographers

It’s that time of year again.  If you’ve survived Black Friday and Cyber Monday, you’re continuing your search for the perfect gifts for friends and family.  If any of them are photographers or simply enjoy taking pictures, then here is a list of some fun and useful ideas worth considering that won’t break your holiday shopping budget.

I hope you all have an exciting, fun, and safe holiday season!

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November 11, 2011 12:57 PM
Help-Portrait 2011 - Washington D.C.

With not knowing if I will be able to be part of Help-Portait this year, I knew I wanted to participate in some way.  This is the short story of how I did just that.  I encourage you all to do the same in some way whether it’s through a photograph or lending a helping-hand to someone in need.

Help-Portrait

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October 25, 2011 09:43 AM
Composite Lighting a Hyundai Sonata

Hyundai Sonata - Willis Bretz

A couple weeks ago, my beloved Scion tC was rear-ended.  Luckily, no one was hurt and the car is being repaired.  In the meantime, I was given this Hyundai Sonata to drive around as a rental.  I decided to look at this annoying situation as an opportunity and photographed the slick looking car this past weekend.  I tried something new that I’ve never done before when shooting with lights like this.  Continue reading for some behind the scenes photos and tips on how I lit the car.

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