Hi Everyone!  I am stopping in again this month to say Helloooooooooooooooo and to show you some of what I have been up to lately.  This month has been filled with student lessons, self study and workshop preparation- along with a few fabulous clients.  SO busy and SO much fun.  But, every once in awhile, I like to make time for new things.  Silhouette photography is something that I have done in the past but never really gave any thought or dedicated study to.  I decided to research a little bit and see how they were supposed to “properly” be done.  I was not completely prepared for a shoot but the sun was going down a few evenings ago… and my nephew + fiance were sorta near….. and one thing lead to another.  They agreed to give me FIVE TO TEN minutes of their time. OK? LOL.  Can you believe I, a photographer, am surrounded by people who love to do anything but get their photo taken? ha!   Anyhow, the few minutes gave me inspiration and a little practice.  Thanks boys- love you!  Check out a few images from our short period of time together:

And this image was enhanced with texture and an image of another cloudy sky… it was “quick art.”  I really enjoy silhouettes and have a couple of models lined up for next month to show you some of my “real” ideas.  Stay tuned. I promise they will be worth your while.  Oh, and, if you are an upcoming client…. feel free to suggest this option. I WOULD LOVE to shoot some silhouettes of your family. They are so much fun and result in such beautiful works of art. See? 

 OR, If you love the sunset but don’t care for silhouettes…. you could always have me take an image like the one shown below- taken on a different day, same hour. I absolutely love the mood in this sort of photography. 

Next up on my list of Summer Stuff is my niece, Melanie.  Yep, a muse of  mine, of course.  She is a busy girl but I was fortunate enough to get a visit last week.  Here are a few quick snaps- it’s hard to believe she is ten years old already!  whoa!   And, what I am very excited about is that she will be participating in my next workshop… as a child model…for the first time ever.  YAY!!!  Its on August 15th right here in SE Michigan.  I have a spot or two still open… and am very eager to include children this time around.  If you would like to join us, please send a note to:  jenlynnalder@aol.com. Its a workshop ideal for:  Senior Portrait Photographers,  Bridal Photographers, Engagement Photographers, Model Photographers, Children Photographers and anyone who like to add creative/artistic components to their photography portfolio.  Parents/Hobbyists are encouraged to join us as well!  thanks!

 If anyone would like to join me at my next workshop- with KIDS AND ADULT MODELS- please send me a note:  jenlynnalder@aol.com  The participating talent is beyond AMAZING.  We are seriously overloaded with a fabulous crew.  I am SUPER excited about this one.  The theme is WHIMSY- there will be beautiful faces, bold colors and energy all over the place….  you won’t want to miss this. Seriously.  Don’t wait.  Get in on this as soon as possible.

And…. awwww…… aren’t two year olds adorable ? 

Thanks, Chelsey for a fun shoot!

In a day or two, I will post a couple more client previews. Stay tuned!