These photos below are from my garden. I can see some of these inside water and rock center pieces.
Black Eyed Peas & Tomatoes
Slaying the Ideology of Societies Projection of Beauty & Art
July 30, 2013
From The Garden..Weddings...
I think all weddings are unique, due to each couple. I've even known some couples to incorporate natural elements. Straw, Rock, Water, Lanterns , Woods and Grasses , elegant and simple.
These photos below are from my garden. I can see some of these inside water and rock center pieces.
Black Eyed Peas & Tomatoes
These photos below are from my garden. I can see some of these inside water and rock center pieces.
Black Eyed Peas & Tomatoes
July 4, 2013
Fireworks-Pell City- Cancel
I hate to inform everyone that I will have to cancel my "How to" class on firework photography.
Several reasons have prompted me to back out of this teaching session. First and foremost is the fact I am healing and I am on extreme medications that leave me wishing for a quick death!
Second, too much rain, humidity and fight for parking make me want to stay away given how I currently feel.
Third, I have photographed this firework venue before and I thought It be ok to skip this year, teach next year and have a sign up sheet for those who want to learn.
I am healing, I feel better everyday. Thank you all who have showed your kindness during this time.
Thank you all for your support.
Stacey Layman
Layman Photography
www.layman-photography.com
Have a happy & safe 4th of July
Below are some shots form the Pell City Fireworks Show 2010
Several reasons have prompted me to back out of this teaching session. First and foremost is the fact I am healing and I am on extreme medications that leave me wishing for a quick death!
Second, too much rain, humidity and fight for parking make me want to stay away given how I currently feel.
Third, I have photographed this firework venue before and I thought It be ok to skip this year, teach next year and have a sign up sheet for those who want to learn.
I am healing, I feel better everyday. Thank you all who have showed your kindness during this time.
Thank you all for your support.
Stacey Layman
Layman Photography
www.layman-photography.com
Have a happy & safe 4th of July
Below are some shots form the Pell City Fireworks Show 2010
June 22, 2013
Purple Calla Lilly
Just a few shots of the Calla Lillies that I've nurtured for 2 years. Using Several techniques and lenses.
These shots are for my Mother! I love you Mom, I know where I get my green thumb.
Techniques Used:
Open Shade- No flash
Pop up flash only
all Manual settings
50-200mm
28-135mm
I know normally I post all settings but these last few weeks have been hectic and I just wanted to get the images out and hopefully these flower shots help my brides in planning for flowers and colors.
Thank you all for your support. Don't forget you can order any prints you see on my website in the Art Gallery- Just contact me for sizes and prices.
www.layman-photography.com
As promised.... Calla Lillies
These shots are for my Mother! I love you Mom, I know where I get my green thumb.
Techniques Used:
Open Shade- No flash
Pop up flash only
all Manual settings
50-200mm
28-135mm
I know normally I post all settings but these last few weeks have been hectic and I just wanted to get the images out and hopefully these flower shots help my brides in planning for flowers and colors.
Thank you all for your support. Don't forget you can order any prints you see on my website in the Art Gallery- Just contact me for sizes and prices.
www.layman-photography.com
As promised.... Calla Lillies
June 21, 2013
How to photograph Fireworks!
Meet me in Pell City, AL for the 2013 Fireworks on the water!
I am having a meet n greet in person tutorial for those interested in how to photograph fireworks.
8:45pm July 4th- Pell City Park. I will be there early to set up and pic a sweet spot. 8:00 PM.
You will need :
Camera with creative modes/Manual settings
Tripod
Flash Light
Shutter Release Chord
A Great View
Camera Manual Book
Lens depends on you. I recommend a standard zoom lens between the ranges of 18mm- less than 200mm. Wide angle lets you get the crowd in the shots and will look great on the open water, you want to get some of the fireworks reflecting in the shot.
Set lens to manual focus. Once a few burst have gone off, focus manually the best you can. You don't want to have your lens in auto focus allowing it any room for confusion. You will never get your shutter to open if you hear the motor going back and forth trying to decide!
Set camera to Manual Mode, rotate the jog dial to "bulb" reads in the info screen.
Set ISO to 100, though you are in complete darkness, the fireworks are bright.
Control aperture here as well. I like to set mine to start at F11. As the fireworks begin to burst many, I roll my aperture to a few more stops, F13, especially during the finale. Depending on my focal length, if I'm filling the frame, I may even stop the aperture to F16
When you click the shutter to release it, it will be open for the burst of fireworks till you close it. That is what gives you those awesome trail of lights. I recommend a 3-5 sec exposure. Longer for Finale.
With out a shutter release chord, if you have a timer, use that to get your hands off the camera, but still use a tripod!
I will have a photographer's jacket on setting up equipment- if you see me, shout my name Stacey, or ring my cell phone 205-873-1803 I would love to meet you and work on some firework photography.
Here are a few shots using this bulb technique (Tv mode), as you see it applies to more than just fireworks. Hope to see you there.
I am having a meet n greet in person tutorial for those interested in how to photograph fireworks.
8:45pm July 4th- Pell City Park. I will be there early to set up and pic a sweet spot. 8:00 PM.
You will need :
Camera with creative modes/Manual settings
Tripod
Flash Light
Shutter Release Chord
A Great View
Camera Manual Book
Lens depends on you. I recommend a standard zoom lens between the ranges of 18mm- less than 200mm. Wide angle lets you get the crowd in the shots and will look great on the open water, you want to get some of the fireworks reflecting in the shot.
Set lens to manual focus. Once a few burst have gone off, focus manually the best you can. You don't want to have your lens in auto focus allowing it any room for confusion. You will never get your shutter to open if you hear the motor going back and forth trying to decide!
Set camera to Manual Mode, rotate the jog dial to "bulb" reads in the info screen.
Set ISO to 100, though you are in complete darkness, the fireworks are bright.
Control aperture here as well. I like to set mine to start at F11. As the fireworks begin to burst many, I roll my aperture to a few more stops, F13, especially during the finale. Depending on my focal length, if I'm filling the frame, I may even stop the aperture to F16
When you click the shutter to release it, it will be open for the burst of fireworks till you close it. That is what gives you those awesome trail of lights. I recommend a 3-5 sec exposure. Longer for Finale.
With out a shutter release chord, if you have a timer, use that to get your hands off the camera, but still use a tripod!
I will have a photographer's jacket on setting up equipment- if you see me, shout my name Stacey, or ring my cell phone 205-873-1803 I would love to meet you and work on some firework photography.
Here are a few shots using this bulb technique (Tv mode), as you see it applies to more than just fireworks. Hope to see you there.
June 5, 2013
Vulcan's 109th Birthday Bash
Vulcan, Birmingham Alabama's colossal statue is the world's largest cast iron statue and considered one of the most memorable works of civic art in the United States. Designed by Italian artist Giuseppe Moretti and cast from local iron in 1904, it has overlooked the urban landscape of Alabama's largest city since the 1930s.
But by 1999, the 50-ton statue was in desperate need of repair. The surrounding 10-acre park was closed. Vulcan was removed from his pedestal. Realizing Vulcan's importance to the region's history, city leaders sought public support for its restoration, forming the non-profit Vulcan Park Foundation. The foundation would oversee a master plan to return this colossal statue to his 1904 grandeur.
But there was much more. They would also create a dynamic educational park complex interpreting Alabama's rich industrial history for both residents and visitors from across the globe.
Today, thanks to public-private partnerships and a $15.5 million campaign, this beloved symbol of Birmingham and the nation's iron and steel industry stands preserved and proud as the centerpiece of it rehabilitated and expanded park, now referred to as Vulcan Park and Museum.
HAPPY 109TH BIRTHDAY VULCAN!
But by 1999, the 50-ton statue was in desperate need of repair. The surrounding 10-acre park was closed. Vulcan was removed from his pedestal. Realizing Vulcan's importance to the region's history, city leaders sought public support for its restoration, forming the non-profit Vulcan Park Foundation. The foundation would oversee a master plan to return this colossal statue to his 1904 grandeur.
But there was much more. They would also create a dynamic educational park complex interpreting Alabama's rich industrial history for both residents and visitors from across the globe.
Today, thanks to public-private partnerships and a $15.5 million campaign, this beloved symbol of Birmingham and the nation's iron and steel industry stands preserved and proud as the centerpiece of it rehabilitated and expanded park, now referred to as Vulcan Park and Museum.
HAPPY 109TH BIRTHDAY VULCAN!
Vulcan hanging out with some of his closest friends.
Actors perform inside the museum, giving the history "Anything's Possible.
Vulcan poses for the camera.
Cake!
Fyre Tribe performs.
Another performer from Fyre Tribe.
Fireworks
Finale
Thank you all for your continued support.
May 7, 2013
Beth Hart Performs in Nashville, TN
My favorite photos of just Beth! She is a great blues musician and an amazing performer.
Nashville, TN, I met another photographer, my best friend, Karin McDonald from Ohio.
Saturday Night, with some rain we made our way to 3rd & Lindsley to see Beth Hart
They announced, Ladies and Gentleman, Beth Hart!, She walked on stage, grabbed the microphone, Shouted.."Hey!" Bang, the band started to play! She brought the house to it's feet.
It was fantastic, I've been a fan of the blues all my life and Beth Hart is my all time Favorite Blues Artist!
I am totally stoked I got the chance to photograph her.
Enjoy!
Comments Welcomed.
Stacey
Nashville, TN, I met another photographer, my best friend, Karin McDonald from Ohio.
Saturday Night, with some rain we made our way to 3rd & Lindsley to see Beth Hart
They announced, Ladies and Gentleman, Beth Hart!, She walked on stage, grabbed the microphone, Shouted.."Hey!" Bang, the band started to play! She brought the house to it's feet.
It was fantastic, I've been a fan of the blues all my life and Beth Hart is my all time Favorite Blues Artist!
I am totally stoked I got the chance to photograph her.
Enjoy!
Comments Welcomed.
Stacey
April 26, 2013
Free Wedding Photography- Wedding Essay Contest.
Yes, you did read that right. Tell the world your journey of love.
I am holding a Wedding Essay Contest. One lucky couple will get 4 hours of continuous wedding photography coverage in the Birmingham, Alabama area for the year 2014!! this includes a disc of all images!
The Runner Ups will get a free Studio or On Location Engagement Session.
What do you need to do in order to enter?
Like us on facebook, join the blog for updates.
Write an essay of your love story, date of your wedding, location or idea of venue and why you want me to be your photographer.
Due: November 30, 2013 before midnight.
Top 3 will get an engagement session in the studio and their pick of 5 photos on a disc
Winner will be announced December 31st 2013, so get writing! You have the rest of this year to tell me and the world about your journey!
I am holding a Wedding Essay Contest. One lucky couple will get 4 hours of continuous wedding photography coverage in the Birmingham, Alabama area for the year 2014!! this includes a disc of all images!
The Runner Ups will get a free Studio or On Location Engagement Session.
What do you need to do in order to enter?
****All submissions are to be sent to laymanphotography@windstream.net.***
Please do not post your essay on facebook or other social media in which you may find me. I will only respond inquiries sent via email.
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