Wednesday night was the first photoclub meeting of 2010 and it was our biggest yet. We had a night shoot/workshop with John & Kenzie of Kenzie Shores Photography bringing their 'Guerrilla' style of night shooting for everyone to see and Briana and I (Divine Light Photography) put on a mini-workshop on 'Light Painting' using long exposures and creative off-camera-lighting.

The night went amazing with over 40 photogrpahers in attendance, more than we had expected. Our 3 models had a blast as well.

Here are a few of the first photos we've seen as photographers who attended are posting them to their blogs and facebook pages. Enjoy!

(this first and 3rd photo were taken by Mike of Life Long Studios. I put our logo on it by mistake. Just wanted to say)

Wow, I cant believe we've already had 6 meetings and there are many more to come. The club is going amazing and we've got some really cool ideas and speakers to come.

This month we went to a crazy, cool spot in Tampa to have a shoot with more conceptual stylings. You wouldnt believe it but this month's location was in a mattress store. You wont find a crazier mattress store around. We had some awesome models as well. Alyssa with the long hair was a past bride of ours and long time fan. Moni with the short hair rocked it as always with her gorgeous neck;) Love it! Anyway, enjoy a few photos from our cameras and Join Us on Facebook to see some of our other attendee's photos.

Well, I finally got a chance to get to some of our photos from this month's photoclub. We teamed up with Jerry McGaghey Photography to host this months shootout at the Tampa Airport Marriot. It was so cool and we had over 20 of the best photographers in the area show up to shoot 5 amazing models decked out in bridal gowns. The amazing Jess Waldrop came through and took care of all our make up needs, and she was amazing!

We were especially excited because this meant that we would get a chance to use a new toy of ours, an underwater camera! We got an underwater casing for our Canon G10 point and shoot and it was so cool. The camera itself is one powerful little brick and Ive always wanted to do underwater photos so this was a great chance to try it out.

Check out the Video!

Photoclub 5 from Tampa Wonderworks Film and Video on Vimeo.

Below are a few photos form the day.

P.s. Stay tuned because the next wedding we post will leave you wondering why your socks are in your backyard....because they were knocked off! Peace!

I (Briana) recently had the honor & privilege of assisting & shooting a wedding with the amazing Susan Stripling in Watercolor, Fl and then again a few weeks later in Clearwater, Fl. I can't say enough about how wonderful it was to work with Susan, and how lucky we were to have such gorgeous bridal parties! Everyone was so incredibly nice and welcoming, and everything turned out just gorgeous! and here are a few I snagged along the way, thanks again Susan, it was an awesome day, looking forward to working with you again in the future.

Side note to all you wedding photogs out there, second shooting a wedding is an awesome experience. There is less pressure, but at the same time, you have to be creative to snag shots from odd angles, and on top of that, you get to see first hand how someone else handles a wedding day. If you ever have the opportunity, definitely give it a try. Thanks again Susan, it was truly an honor, and anytime I am available, I will definitely be there! anyways, on to the pics, - briana

First up, Katrine & Ryan, Watercolor, Fl and Katie & Kyle, The Sandpearl Resort and Spa. Clearwater, FL

Hey Guys! Time for photoclub numero tres (thats number 3, for all you non - spanish speakers, wink wink) We are trying something a lil different this time. The amazing Chad Jarae is going to be heading up this meeting with an emphasis on branding. Here is a lil note from our sponsor,

"BRAND new you! Branding has less to do with what you do and more to do with how you do it. Brand lives in every images you share(notice I didn't say create), every word you speak and in every form of communication you use. Next meeting we will break branding down into an easy to understand set of guidelines that will help you evaluate you as a person and as a photographer, understand your audience, how to work with a designer, understand consumer touch points and in general help you to feel better about where your brand is heading. Please bring samples of your work(print or digital) that you feel represents the work you want to get, your current business card and any other marketing materials you are using. It is going to be a fun meeting and I am really looking forward to seeing everyone!

- Chad
Chad Jarae Photography

Awesome? Yeh, thats right. Here are the details,
Photoclub Take 3
Date: Wednessday, May 27th
Time: 6:30 pm
Place: DLWeddings Studio (inside The Sanctuary Lofts) - 502 E. Ross Ave., Tampa, Fl 33612
Who to call for info (or if you get lost) : 813-385-9179

And.......to get you in the mood, here is a little taste of photoclub take 2's goodness.

We had some amazing support for last months shoot, here are the details from those who donated:
Models, Kate Holiday, Shannon Bell, & Sofia Elena
Dresses provided by The Dressing Room & (Myself & Tina Sargeant)
Hair & Make - up provided by Hair & Make-up Vixen

- Briana + Brian

Thats right, its that time again for our Photo Club and we cant wait for tomorrow's meeting. Last month we had so much fun shooting and hanging out that I know this month's meeting is going to rock even harder.

If you didnt make it out to last month's meeting dont worry, you can come this time no problem! We've sent out invites on facebook but you dont need one to attend. Just show up tomorrow at 6 with a camera and a couple lenses and you're good to go. Ive put more info at about the meeting below so check it out and if you have any questions just shoot me an email at brian@dlweddings.com.

We will be shooting for around an hour this time so we can have some time to go have dinner and network/hang out and talk shop etc. We'll be eating at spaghetti warehouse in ybor around 7:30-8 so if you are not a photographer/videographer or would just like to hang out, please feel free to meet us up there.

Here's some info and if you need any more just give us a shout. Thanks a bunch and we hope to see you there!

Time: 6pm
Place: Meeting at the DLweddings studio at 502 E. Ross Ave. Tampa, FL 33612 (google map) . Dinner to follow around 7:30-8 at Spaghetti Warehouse in Ybor.
Contact:
Brian or Briana Elledge
brian@dlweddings.com
813-766-6262
event on facebook
Our Facebook Group - JOIN NOW!

...and we leave you with a piece from our last event. Enjoy.

Last month I (briana) had the ahhhSome opportunity to attend a workshop with the amazing Susan Stripling. It was an incredible day, in which I gained a supreme amount of knowledge in lighting, and also got to spend some time & shoot with some amazing photogs. Check out a few of the pics from our many mini shoots below. - Briana

Over the past few months Briana and I have been wanting to take more part in the community of photographers in and around Ybor City (pronounced Ee-Bor) where we are located and since we didnt know of any clubs or meetings currently taking place that offered a fun and productive forum for talented photogs to meet and share, we decided to start our own.

Enter the Ybor Photo Club. Which will be the name until someone thinks of a better one (if you have suggestions, please comment!).

We will be meeting once a month with meetings geared toward having fun with our cameras (instead of working all the time) and growning as photographers, etc. Let me also say that our meetings are not just for photog's. Yes, if you are a videographer, planner, coordinator, etc. in the wedding/event industry please befriend us on Facebook (link below) to find out about unpcoming meetings so you too can take part.

Anyway, if you have any questions about us or our meetings please contact us anytime or Click Here for our Facebook Group.

Below are a few pics from our first meeting which was incredible with over 15 photographers and even more attendees. We had two sets of models; one engaged couple and another just for funzies. We shot at the Don Vicente Historic Hotel in Ybor City and then around the beautiful streets and alleyways.

Thanks so much to everyone who came out and we cant wait till next month's meeting which you will be hearing about very soon!

Our group minus a few early leavers. P. Lloyd showin off Meeting at our studio before the shoot Amy Pezz gettin the shot! ...nervous....? hangin out... And a few shots we managed to snag throughout the night.

Helllllllllloooooooooooooo Friends! Phew, it has been b - to tha - izzzy ( that means busy for you guys who arent down with the lingo, jk) Just wanted to resurface and let everyone know that Yes, we are alive! Brian has been busy flying down the slopes of Breckenridge this past week ( i know, life is hard) while I have been busy working on albums, shoots, and something very exciting, The First Nightshoot!

 

Yes friends, you heard me correctly, DLWeddings is hosting a night shoot/networking event with Abbey Saxton Photography on Wednesday March 25th. and..... we need models! Sooooo if you are a recent bride, future bride, or just a couple who love to get their picture taken, this is for you! We are looking for a hot couple who love to strut their stuff and have a lil mini paparazzi posse follow them around! You can be engaged, married, dating, or just friends w/benefits (we dont judge) =). But, we are only in need of one couple so if you are interested email Briana at Briana@dlweddings.com for all the details and info.

 

And keep an eye on the blog because on the way are quite a few shoots including (but not limited to) Melanie & Mike's Fantastic Wedding, brian's escapades in Breckenridge, and a whole crapload of e.sessions!

 

Thanks guys!!!!

 

- Briana

 

p.s. here is a link to our event site on Facebook, if you are a photographer and you would like to attend, we would looooooove to have you, so get all your info, and come ready to rock!

 

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=55042099694&ref=ts