Loving Life in Manual

I just completed a great six week class offered by Candice Stringham at jessicasprague.com.  OhShoot helped me turn the dial from automatic to manual.  The journey through digital photography is amazing and I am really starting to understand the language and terminology, which at times can be foreign and confusing.  Candice does a fabulous job of teaching the basics (and beyond) - and her two teaching assistants, Nancy and Kimber have been there every step of the way sharing their knowledge and expertise.  (And I understand that the class may be offered again later this year if you are interested)

I have just signed up for Candice's next photography class - Portraiture.  Starts next Monday ~ and I can't wait! (Now to find a few willing victims - er....models.  My kids are running in the other direction every time they see camera in my hand.)  Looks like there still might be some openings for this class if you care to join me.  (update: I just checked and this session is already sold out)

And, I thought I would share a peek at my Mother's Day gift.  My family really is supporting my new passion for photography.  For Mother's Day, I received a camera bag from JoTotes.  (And a few photography books - and least I forget a beautiful bouquet of flowers and starbucks card from my daughter Shannon)  Here is a glimpse of my new camera bag - isn't it beautiful.    I have the camera body with lens, two additional lens -and a little more room for another lens and a flash.  I can also toss in my wallet and cell phone and I am good to go!  I've got the best family ever!

On another note - I am working on a new digital kit for you that should be released in the next few days.

Have a fabulous week - by the Shore.