Belcarra Recoup

a very peaceful sunset off the Belcarra

I just realized that it's been almost an entire month since my last post...

I can assure you that there has been no slacking over here. I've been sooo busy shooting that I'm still dreaming about clicking away and I swear that my trigger finger was sore for a few days (thankfully recovered). :)

In fact, thanks to shooting for the new CRAVE book in addition to a few other gigs, I've set a personal record. I did 31 shoots + editing in 37 week days. It was definitely a good challenge--I felt like a picture warrior!

( since I vowed to take weekends off this year, I didn't count them--and I mean I do my darnedest not to touch my computer for at least 2 days a week. It's one of the best decisions I've ever made!!!! )


Anyway after a few days of recoup I've done some thinking about what made this work.

1)Thanks iCal for syncing with my phone, and giving me reminders with notes about the clients before my shoots.

2)Organized and minimal gear-Instead of bringing my whole kit, I had one basic kit with one big strobe, one back up speedlight and one reflector. IF the shoot was product or food I reorganized a little by adding a few mirrors and more reflectors. Otherwise I really made use of available light at every location.

3)Efficient workflow--I really have to adore Adobe Lightroom for making the editing and post process very efficient. I love the fact that I can keyword and add metadata before uploading to two separate external drives (for extra backup) and then go through and rate all my favorites and do what little editing needs to be done.

4)Supportive friends--to cheer along, give second opinions and even assist on shoots!

Alright! I'm excited for more!!! Who needs pictures?