Snoot
I was messing around with my camera today. Decided to make a little snoot thing for my SB-800.

The Gear:
Nikon D80
Nikkor 50mm f/1.8
Nikon SB-800 on manual 1/128
Nikon MC-DC1 wired remote
wireless Cactus Triggers
black poster board and electrical tape for the snoot.

Aperture 1.8
Shutter speed 1/200
ISO 100

Without the Snoot.


With the Snoot.


That all for now.

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Week 11: Out is the Sun



I did a few photoshoot this week and I made a video. Fucking awesome.
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Nothing More to See Here Full post here.

Week: 10: Night Owl Shoot



Shot with Dee in the early morning hours of the Las Vegas on the Strip.


So Mike of Polarpics, Mario of 702photos, Dirt Riggs and myself were up on the strip in the wee early morning hours trying to strip some long exposure stuff with DeeBaby. We started at Caesar's and walking around shooting. Went from new spot to new spot. Then we stumble on the making of a Music Video. Katie Perry's music video to be exact. Our model, Dee, Look like Katie Perry so guess what we decide to do. Yup, we told everyone that she was Katie Perry and a few people bought it. Got a couple of great pictures and meet some really nice people. Ended the night with steak and eggs and some beer.



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Week 9

Angelique @ Town Square, originally uploaded by Harold does Photos.

I had 3 photoshoot this week.


I had one on sunday with Chasa in an undisclosed area which I added on the post before this. One with Angelique (photo above) on Wednesday at Town Square Las Vegas. Both shoots were shot with only ambient (available) light. I didn't want to carry around a light stand and umbrella in Town Square.

Then I shot on Thursday with Chasa because she wanted to be a Vampire. It all spawned because of Twilight and her being a fan of Team Edward. Whatever, I'm not a fan of Twilight, even though I read all the books, but I like the shot anyway.

She looks mean here.



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Second try with Natural Light. 3 version of the same photo.




I want to test my new Lens. A Sigma 28-70 f/2.8. for the most part I wanted to do everything with natural light. Inspired by Mario of 702photo

This is the finished photo which the model love.


When I started I had a reflector and that wasn't working out the way I wanted it too. So I was like "fuck it" and broke out the strobe. Then after a outfit change, I was going to use my new Manfrotto flash bracket (still wanted to try every new item I have). With the flash bracket on I was about to set up with a light then decide to shoot a few more using Natural light. I'm glad I decide to, It was fun and a learning experience. I'll going to do more natural light photos in the future.



I'm going to show the RAW image but this is how it started. This would be my favorite version.

I scooped out this location and shot here before. I saw the glass and thought it would be cool to do some "behind the glass" shots. After reviewing the images we thought images looked scary. So Chasa had this idea to do it ever more dramatic with the hair covering her eyes. And I like it.



When I was shooting this particular series of images I thought it would look cool in black and white. I actually choose a different image at first to start with but decide to use this image instead.

So after looking at the images, I decide to get more in-depth with the CS3 (So I do forget how to use this program) and add just a bit of color.

I was if-fy about it. I liked it but I was diggin' the Color Version way better. I show Chasa she like the one with just a bit of color. I went with the model decision.

That's all for now. This is NOT apart of the "52 week" project.


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Week 8: Self portrait

HBP, originally uploaded by Harold does Photos.

I know I'm late again and this is not the best pic. I'll try harder next time. I was just trying to test out my new gear.

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Week 7

Horror Movie Drama Queen, originally uploaded by Harold the Photographer.

This was a spur of the moment shoot. I had a model cancel on me the day before and was trying to fill a spot for a Hotel shoot I was doing with other photographers. I didn't get anyone so I decide to go to the hotel anyway. While the other photographer was working I just sat in the corner playing around on my laptop.
Well the other photographer hired a MUA for her next model. The MUA showed up, It was Alyx, I worked with her before. She brought along her friend as a driver because her car broke down the night before. Her friend, who's also a model, was schedule for a shoot that morning that didn't happen. We got to talking and she realized that we talk before on the internet. So I said "Why don't we shoot now?!" And so we did. Sarah was hella cool and Alyx was awesome as always.

I had one busy day of shooting at the Hotel. And I thought I wasn't going to do anything.

Yeah, I know. Long boring story, but you still read it. SUCKA

Til next week. I'm out!!
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Week 6

Railroad tracks, originally uploaded by Harold the Photographer.

I know it's late, I was out of town and when I got back I didn't feel like doing anything. Sue Me. I assure you though that I did take this during week 6. Full post here.

Week 5



Yup, I'm 27 now. My birthday was yesterday. I'm getting old. Full post here.

I've been ROCKIN' this joint since 1982

It's my birthday eve, but I'm actually 27 today Guam time. I just want to hang out with my friends. Nothing really special.
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Week 4

The Pin-up that is Bianca, originally uploaded by Harold the Photographer.

I've been doing a lot of Pin-up shoot lately. They're pretty fun and I like the way thing turn out. I got to meet a bunch of Make-up Artist and they're all pretty cool. Photo above is pretty much the only thing I did this week.

Oh yeah, I'll be 27 years old by this time next week. I'm not really down with the odd years but I'll manage. Full post here.

Week 3

Peace, Love and Lick, originally uploaded by Harold the Photographer.

Sorry for the lateness of this post. I've been busy with shoots and such. Man, editing takes some much time Full post here.

Week 2

, originally uploaded by Harold the Photographer.

I've been really busy with photoshoot. I had a shoot everyday since Monday. Got one tomorrow and a couple for next week. I'm just trying to get my name out there. Full post here.

52 week project update.


I will post the picture of the on either a Thursday night or a Friday morning. So you know when to check back. All the pictures and more are on my Flickr page. Full post here.

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My first time at Lake Mead with a Canadian

Mega, originally uploaded by Harold the Photographer.

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Week 1: And so it begins

2009 New Year Fireworks, originally uploaded by Harold the Photographer.

That's just a bunch of fireworks. Camera was hand held (I forgot the tripod.) I could have gotten a better view but it was a last minute decision to take these.

The Aftermath of the Firework, originally uploaded by Harold the Photographer.

I got to picture up because I thought this one was interesting. Cars leaving right after the fireworks. More traffic than rush hours.

Note: These are the first pictures I did on a iMac with Aperture 2. I'm still trying to figure things out. Full post here.

Zea - World series of Poker is everywhere

Zea - World series of Poker is everywhere, originally uploaded by Harold the Photographer.

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Merry Christmas

I know I haven't been post on here in a awhile. Sorry. I going to try something new for the New Year. 365 project.I going to either try and take a picture on the same spot the same time of day. Or Whatever picture I decide to take and post type thing. Whatever I decide, I'm going to take more pictures in 2009.


So keep a look out. Starting some crazy shooting in January.
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On the Rooftop

On the Rooftop, originally uploaded by Harold the Photographer.

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This is my "Peace Project"


Elle Heavin


Toastee


Harold the Photographer


I guess I want to start something original. So everyone person I take a picture of (beside newsletter mug shots) I'll ask them to throw up the peace sign.

PEACE NOT WAR

Who's down?

Flickr Full post here.

Dry Lake Bed

Dry Lake Bed, originally uploaded by Harold the Photographer.

The things you can do with a point and shoot and some post editing. That's right. I took this with my party cam (the kodak V550) that I bought about 3-4 years ago. I edited with adobe lightroom. It took me all of two minutes. I wish I had a model to shoot though. Full post here.

Tagging the Streets. photoshop edition.

Tagging the Streets. photoshop edition., originally uploaded by Harold the Photographer.

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This would be me.

This would be me., originally uploaded by Harold the Photographer.

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I've been busy


The last few days I've shot with 3 different models.

This list is from most recent.

This would be Angelica. July 9

She's know how to work it.


Zea, who is always awesome. July 7

My favorite shoot of the week. Very professional.

Ashley, Who is super cool. July 6

I had a great time with her.

If the schedule I set for myself keeps up, I'll be busy all of July. I really do enjoy breaking out the camera, setting up sets and taking pictures.

Now I'm knee deep in editing. I should get back to it. I need two things 1) a better editing program and 2) a faster computer.

And as always. More on the Flickr
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Photo Shoot 6/28/08


Marie was a blast to work with. Real fun and energetic.

I couldn't decide which photo was better.





More on the Flickr

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Stood up

A model flaked on me today. This would be the second time this has happen.

I took these while I was waiting.





Green Valley is really green for being in the desert. Beautiful place.


I decide if she didn't show up, this would be my last shot of the day before I left. I wanted to use a strobe since I brought it with me.


I realize that models only want to work experienced and established photographers. Most new photographers can't get work with models unless they have worked with models before. It's a catch 22. There's a select few that will give a newbie a chance and I thank them for that.

It's only going to make me work harder. For some strange reason I really want to do this photography thing.

I took a job offer for my company's new magazine as a event photographer. It's a start.

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First Photo shoot.

Zea, originally uploaded by Roldie.

Crazy wind and dust everywhere didn't stop us.

More @ the Scene

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Roldie.

Roldie., originally uploaded by Roldie.

I was practicing with some strobes.


The scene is @ Roldie's.

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Blast from the Past : the Sequel

These were all taken in Guam about two year ago expect for the last one.

A Bowling Accident, originally uploaded by Roldie.

I'm really digging this one.


The world famous Captain You Know @ First Friday. Fun times.


The scene is @ Roldie's Full post here.

More Adventures. Now with extra Photoshop.

Orginal Roldie., originally uploaded by Roldie.

I recently got a free trail version of Photoshop elements 6. So I decide to try it out.

The above image would be the OG (that's original if you didn't know.)

And this would be the edited version.



Not to bad, huh?

Both shot were taken by Kimz at Paseo Verde Park in Green Valley. Just before the Big Game. Which I'm still deciding if I should put pictures up from it. You'll know on the next post.

P.S.
If you guys are wondering, that's my "Say Cheese and Smile" face. When you point a camera in my direction most likely you will get a chinky looking MoFo and a grin that will scare small children away. I know, I rock.

The scene is @ Roldie's Full post here.

Another Photo Trip

Town Square Off Limits, originally uploaded by Roldie.

Photo trip again. I went Town Square today (I was actually there yesterday too. I watch Doomsday. It was Okay.)I went around 5:00ish and It was still really bright outside. I was going to wait it out for better light but I got impatient and left. I really didn't take that many photos, so I didn't have much that many to choose from.

The shot above is the best (I think) that I shot today. (Of course I added the sepia effect in post.) this was shot at the back of Town Square and I really think I wasn't suppose to be here.

When I was ready to go home I peeped at the moon and decide to take more picture of it. I edited with Nikon Picture Project. I really want Photoshop elements so I can do some cool stuff. Oh well, got to work with what you got, right?

The scene is @ Roldie's Full post here.

With No Ideas

I Blew Out the Yellow, originally uploaded by Roldie.

I'm bored.

The scene is @ Roldie's Full post here.