Wootness | the blog of christine walsh-newton
master photographer | photographic craftsman | certified professional photographer
Dear young ladies of the world: I see a great many of you embracing “modeling opportunities” that are advertised by “professional photographers.” Let’s just have a moment of truth here: You are not a model and you will not become a model through these gigs. Advertising for a model is a fancy way of saying …
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Yet another IPC 2015 delaying tactic… my personal musings & Wootnessy thoughts… So, y’all are turning on the steam and getting it done. If you haven’t gotten your IPC entries finished, you’re in the middle of the end of it. Or maybe not. I’ve resigned myself to the impending, looming truth that I will be …
One of the benefits of joining professional photography organizations is the opportunity to meet and network with fellow professionals. Over time, those connections you make may develop into more than just “fellow members.” I’d like to tell you about one of those connections. I don’t remember meeting Bob, but I remember always knowing who he …
Continue reading “Beyond Passion: Robert Kunesh, M. Photog. MEI. Cr., CPP”
I recently returned from Bozeman, Montana, the location of the 2015 Montana PPA convention. Aside from the location, I could swear I’d been in Ohio, except I didn’t know any of the faces or names of those around me. It’s delightful to meet a group of people that are more friends and family than …
In our journey in and out of our professional organizations, we take on a number of roles. Members, committee members, chairmen, board members, executive board members. Maybe not all of them, maybe only one of them. And most likely, not in any specific order. At some point in time, you might find yourself in a …
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This past weekend I had the pleasure of judging and speaking at the Professional Photographers of West Virginia’s annual convention. I can’t recall having spent a more delightful time at a convention in a very long time. I’d just finished helping with my own convention, and two days later traveled to PPWV. It was a …
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Take a look at this image. A really good look. Pretend you are a judge. Pick it apart and tell me what’s wrong with it. Take a moment, I’ll wait while you ponder… Does anything jump out at you? Here’s a hint – the finished image: If you’re still struggling – take a closer look …
Continue reading “Shooting for Competition: Let’s Be Realistic”
The days are oozing along and in a few sleeps, I will be heading two hours away to begin setting up for the PP of Ohio’s annual convention, which is also the site of the 2015 Northeast District Image Competition. I’ve had my case done for awhile, but as is the way with me, I …
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This is not an article about jewels. It’s about people. People I admire. People who inspire me. People who are on my short list of highest respect and honor. These people: This image was taken on February 3 at the closing party of IUSA 2015. It was a lovely party and one of the highlights …
I’ve come to realize that mentoring has a variety of faces. What may have been a few moments of discussion can prove to have an incredible impact on someone’s future. This is one of those stories… Once upon a time… well, actually, because of the marvel of modern-day technology, I can pin down the date …
Continue reading “Moments in Mentoring: D. Craig Flory, Cr., CPP”
