Robert Doisneau

Robert Doisneau was a French photographer known for his frank and often humorous depictions of Parisian street life. His iconic work "Kiss at City Hall" sold recently at Articurial's Paris auction for a record-breaking $240,000.00 - over twelve times the low estimate.

Environmental Portrait III

I tried few more Environmental Portraits like this one of Mr. Thomas Nicholson, one of the conductors for the Polar Express Train Ride.

Polar Express Ride in NC

We also went to Bryson City for a Polar Express Rail ride. The kids were all in their pjs and excited about getting the golden ticket. It is one hour trip with hot chocolate included. I loved it!
Click here if you want more information about this amazing ride.

2008 Black Friday

I went to Smoky Mountains, NC for Thanksgiving. It was cold but anyway we decided to drive to Asheville and check how crazy the Black Friday would be during this economic crises. The Wal-Mart was 24 hours by 7 days, so we went to Belks and Target. I could take some pictures of the crowed. We were very surprised with the organization. I did some shopping too for sure!
Unfortunately, we had 2 deaths at Wal-Mart in NY.

Ale Hamdan

Collage became very popular in Brazil. Some photographers like Ale Hamdan has been doing a good job with this. I remember that my mom also ordered one for me 40 years ago! Click here if you want to see few more examples of collage that Ale created. By the way, "montagens" means collage in this case.

Welcome Andrew Comer

Congratulations, Mr. and Mrs. Comer for the new arrival! Welcome Andrew!

This maternity photograph was taken in the end of October. Mrs. Comer was looking great!

Executive Portrait at Gwinnett Tech

Yesterday, we had a very interesting class (Advanced Portraiture) with Mrs. Harkins. Each student picked a Gwinett Tech Executive name from inside of a hat for the Executive Portrait Assignment. It was a good opportunity to meet some members of Gwinnett Tech staff. I was responsible for Mr. Bish's, Welding Program Coordinator, portrait. He was very gentile with us. Thanks Mr. Bish!

Environmental Portrait II

This is also an Environmental Portrait taken during the Lighting Workshop. Mr. Don Giannatti was very nice attending my request to pose for my assignment. Thanks Mr. Giannatti!

Environmental Portrait

Yesterday, I went to "The Cooler" looking for an Invironmental Portrait for Photojournalism class.

The place is very nice and the it deserves the name. I thought it was freezing outside until I entered the Cooler!

Fashion Assignment

This is a fashion picture taken using the ambient light and two white foam boards working as reflectors.

Clinton looking strong

Bill Clinton looked upbeat today at Clark Atlanta University despite the fact he has been working the campaign trail very hard.

Bill Clint stumps for Jim Martin

I was on the campaign trail at Clark Atlanta University with Jim Martin and Bill Clinton. The Democrats are looking to close the voting gap in order to have a filler buster proof majority. With the loss of Stevens in Alaska you can feel the excitement in the air.

Post Graduation Plans Interview

Today, I was interviewed by Peggy Attaway from Gwinnett Technical College when I shared my post graduation plans. I invite you to join us.

Better Photo Holiday Tips

By the way, I found this article with some tips to photograph Holiday Portrais from BetterPhoto.com.

Holiday Portrait 2008

Today it was my first day working on the Holiday Portraits. I was feeling very shy in the beginning but after receiving a very special client, Sophia Palmer, I felt much better! My family loved the Christmas set. Congratulations to Janet Kelley and Sammi Kate for the wonderful job done coordinating this project!

IPod Touch

Another very cool recommendation that I got this weekend is to have a copy of your best work in your IPod Touch. There are some wedding photographers including this option in their packages!

Paul C. Buff Lighting Accessories

I noticed that the Studio used for Don Giannatti's Workshop uses Paul C. Buff Lighting accessories. I heard that it is a cheap and good option. I particularly liked the soft boxes.

Lighting Essentials Workshop in Cleveland

I decided to attend the Lighting Essentials Workshop in Cleveland. It was a great experience. We worked from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm Saturday and Sunday. Several indoor and outdoor scenarios were created. We played with strobes, speedlights (most SB-800 and the new SB-900), reflectors, diffusers, etc. This is Tina posing at Lake Erie Ramble. First of all, we metered the ambient light then I increased my shutter speed to be sure that I was capturing the clouds details. We added a speed light at 1/8 of power and I got this beautiful picture.

Don Giannatti - Photographer

Lighting Essentials Workshop by Don Giannatti to be held in Cleveland, OH on Nov 15th and 16th. I am considering to attend to this workshop. There are good reviews available about this event!

Jessica Horwitz Photography

The photographer Jessica Horwitz is the Audience Winner by Best of Citysearch, Atlanta Services in 2007. She has a nice website that can give us wonderful ideas of wedding pictures. Click here to check it out! I will contact her for possible internship.

Winter is coming. For those who appreciate good wine I would recommend visiting the Wolf Wine Vineyard and Winnery located in Dawsonville, GA. I particularly like red wine Cabernet Sauvignon. They offer a wine tasting for $12.00 (six types of wine included).

Flash Assignment

Shooting with Flash unit still a challenge for me! I am looking for more opportunities to practice and gain expertise. This was also shot at Chattahoochee River.

Apogee Photo Magazine and Flash Photography Article. Maybe, this can give us some inputs for our next flash shooting.

David Smith Website

A friend of mine who races motorcycles turned me on to Dave Smith's website. It is a great site for inspiration. From his bio: Dave Smith is a professional photographer with over 15 years of commercial, agency and magazine experience. Working on assignment locally, nationally and in Europe on Formula One, Superbikes and travel editorial. Published in Sports Illustrated, motor sports publications, newspapers and magazines in the U.S.

Suzuki Violin Graduation

Today my daughter, Sophia, graduated from her first Suzuki violin level.

More than forty years ago, Mr. Suzuki realized the implications of the fact that children the world over learn to speak their native language with ease. He began to apply the basic principles of language acquisition to the learning of music, and called his method the mother-tongue approach. If you want to know more about Suzuki Music Methodoly click here.

2008 Buddy Walk

Last month we had the 2008 Down Syndrome Buddy Walk. I was very lucky to be invited by friends because it was an amazing event in Duluth, GA. I was surprised to see how organized the groups are. The kids had a wonderful time with the entertainer clowns. If you want to participate next year or learn more about Down Syndrome Events click here.

Glamour at Chattahoochee River

Yesterday it was beautiful to walk close to the Chattahoochee River Parks. The fall colors were amazing and I took advantage of that and also the ruins to have some glamour pictures taken. Again, Tatiana posed for me. Good place for workout! Click here if you want to see more pictures!

Fort Frederica in St. Simons, GA

Fort Frederica in St. Simons, GA.

Fort Frederica, now Fort Frederica National Monument, was the military headquarters of the Province of Georgia during the early colonial period, and served as a buffer against Spanish incursion from Florida.

Starephotography

This is a Starephotography article that I believe can help us with the Glamour assignment.  It talks about the difference between glamour and fashion and also give us some tips. 

New President

Today my daughter asked what Mr. Barack Obama represents now and I said:"I am not sure but I want to believe that he represents hope. Hope for a better world". I am very proud of leaving in this country.

Nikon D700

For Nikon users this is a cool movie about D700 specs. I have just bought one. By the way, www.costco.com is offering a $300 rebate and free shipping during the month of Nov,08.

Democrats Celebration at the Holiday Inn

Barack Obama wins the Presidential Election. A celebration was held at the Holiday Inn in Decatur. Click here if you want to see more pictures from this commemoration.

Ola Brazil!

Christmas time...I feel homesick. Maybe, it is time to start planning my next trip to Brazil.

Click here if you want to see some pictures from Sao Paulo where I came from.

Christmas Portrait at Gwinnett Tech

Today our photography class worked on the final details for our Holiday Portrait. We are very proud since we planned and implemented everything by ourselves. Ryan and Janet were taking a break after doing some painting. Click here and take a look at Gwinnett Tech Holiday Portrait Blog.

Glamour in Cumming, GA

Today, Nov 2nd Tatiana and Sophia (my daughter) posed at a car dealer in Cumming. If you want to see more pictures from this exciting moment pleasce click here.

Glamour at the South Eastern Rail Road Museum

Tatiana Scarpini posing on November 1st for my Glamour Assignment at the South Eastern Rail Road Museum.

McCain's Supporters in Cumming, GA

McCain supporters in downtown Cumming, GA on Nov. 1st. Impersonating Barack Obama.

Janet Mendonza's Glamour

Monica posed for Janet Mendoza on Friday 10/30 for her Flash Assignment. I was there to help and to learn! Monica is from Mexico. She is pretty and did a great job!

Sebastiao Salgado - Brazilian Photographer

Brazilian photographer Sebastião Salgado is one of the most respected photojournalists working today. Appointed a UNICEF Special Representative on 3 April 2001, he has dedicated himself to chronicling the lives of the world's dispossessed, a work that has filled ten books and many exhibitions and for which he has won numerous awards in Europe and in the Americas.