Well this post is a little late because of my server issues, but I like some of the shots I got so I still wanted to post it.  After the Wedding and Portrait Photographers International Conference here in Las Vegas a bunch of photographers went out near Red Rock and spent the day with a couple models playing around and getting some great shots.  John Micheal Cooper of Alt F Photography was out there to doing one of his patented concept shots.  The guy has just a phenomenal photography mind and is one of the nicest guys you will meet on top of it.

Anyway the day was about breaking limits and teaching ourselves to see in new ways and not box ourselves in.  We had a great time and this is where I got my first chance to get my hands on the RadioPoppers I told you about in my last post.  I was sold instantly.  Anyway the key to photography is getting out there and playing.  Try all kind of different techniques with lighting to find what really works for you.  There are several rules to good photography.  You need to know them all.  My philosophy though is once you know them go out and learn how to properly break every one of them.  Have fun and create something unique.  Why be like everyone else.  Find a style that is your own.  My three words I try to convey in my imagery is, “Fun, Sexy, and Edgy”.  Those are the three words I have in my mind whenever I am trying to determine how I want to shoot a portrait style session.  If you are a photographer find the words that will motivate your photography and go out there and make it happen.  If you are a potential bride or portrait client when you are talking to photographers find out what their words or philosophy is and make sure it matches what you really want out of the images.  If you find a photographer that you are on the same page with I can guarantee you will be extremely happy with your results.

Here are a few shots from the day.