Recorded in color captured in B&W

The art of Photography is to capture a moment that will be forever lived. A moment that can bring us to that same place in time even if we've never been there.

The two images above in my creative thinking could not be swapped. The B&W only works in the first image, the colored image tells a completely different story.

In a colored photo you see everything, it's a record. Black and white on the other hand can cut right to the heart and is full of emotion.

I really enjoy both color and B&W, these days B&W is mostly personal projects.  Color really captures everything my clients need, (always subject to change).

B&W images can really hit home. Say for an engagement shoot, it's smart to shoot color. The bride will want images to record the outfit and surroundings. B&W cuts through all that special crap just focusing on the love.

B&W may be old school, but today they are far from. You can bring modern Photography to this classy film style. It's all in the execution. Really, it gives you a different side to the story being told.

I shoot EOS Canons, I also shoot 35mm Minolta, Fujica, Konicas, and a Samsung galaxy s3. I can get into gear on a later post. I really just shoot with what I have with me at the time.

I'll leave you with a super cheese ball Photography joke...
A man is drowning in a river. You only have time to save him, or make a photo.
Which f-stop do you choose?


Shootz,
Bill

While in Polynesia, Hawaii 50

Aloha friends,

I got the opportunity to walk around the Polynesia Cultural Center this morning. A chance to explore a slice of Polynesia.

Walking around the Island villages before the center opened was out of this world. It was so early I only saw a handful of employees!

Having an all access pass I had one hour with nothing off limits. These are a few images I took along my morning travels.

 If you haven't been to the PCC, I highly recommend you check it out. They do a great job of bringing to life seven of Polynesians cultures. These great oceanic colonizers traveled in double canoes in open ocean. (Remarkable even by today's standards) These people traveled around 1000 years ago using only navigational skills to find new homes.

The life style of Hawaii is why I live here. It's the only place I've been that a T-shirt and shorts is an everyday necessity. This place will always hold a part of me.


Shootz,
Bill

Moving the chains - lifesyle Photography - Hawaii 50

 Totally switching gears, part of my Hawaii 50 project is getting out of my comfort zone. This is the art of child photography.

I had the opportunity to shoot the beautiful young Marley. We headed down to a local beach here in Hau'ula HI. It was a little overcast, I like to call it Seattle's great light box. Perfect condition to get some smooth lines and creamy backgrounds.

This is the first time I've shot child Photography. The biggest take back for me is, I'm fairly likable but not as funny as I think I am. Just keep it simple

Kids are great to work with, no egos brought to the table. Not a care in the world just  the ocean and sand. I literally haven't smiled so much while editing photos ever! Very cute kid. Also note to self for next time, bring props toys, chairs, pony.

With the Hawaii 50 project I really want to get out and get busy. I want to shoot more than any other photographer in my area.

I'm learning that this project is more than just Photography. The people are really becoming the story. It will be interesting to see what comes of this project. I'm excited for where it's taking me next, stay tuned for a Polynesian experience coming soon!

If your on Oahu and want to make some art. You want to make something happen? I want to make something happen. Send me a message, I'm always looking to shoot.

 

Shootz,

Bill

A call to action 2 months. Hawaii 50

I believe for any pro Photographer starting out is extremely exciting. There is a rush in making your passion your job. When you love what you do for work it's not work.

The past two weeks have been eye opening. In the last few months I have been doing little personal shoots. This seriously shows in my work and my unchanged portfolio. I need to go back to the beginning and find that love again. (Insert lyrics here).

Well, Looking at my website WilliamScottCarlson.com it's a mess. Untouched since it's relaunch months ago and yes... same old portfolio. A change is a coming!


So, now that I've relaunched my blog, I'm coming to the realization I've neglected so much more. I am a working Photographer and I'm ready to create killer art. How am I going to take it to the next level you ask?  Answer- grace and style!

I've started a project called Hawaii 50. I will be taking 150 images from 50 shoots around Oahu in the next two months. It's been sometime since I took on a personal project. This project is solely for the fun of Photography and to inspire myself. Keep watching you might just get inspired yourself.

At the end of said two months, I will transform my webpage and scrap the old portfolio. During this period I will be posting my shots on this blog and on Instagram @WilliamScottCarlsonPhotography (that's a plug to follow me). When it's all said and done I hope to show my personality, my new vision, my art. Now it's getting to the good part.

Shootz,
Bill

Modern Street Photography

I think of street photography to the photo world as Jazz to the music world. The art of capturing human emotion outside of the house. This is public fine art, photojournalism, and candid photography. Getting a portrait of a person or persons in the raw at a specific point in their lives.

I don't do too much Street Photography these days, but I definitely enjoy it. These are a few photos from a farmers market in Kailua, HI last Thursday.

I try to find a scene, something I would be looking at even if I didn't have a camera with me. Street Chefs, human interactions, anything that would catch my eye naturally. I just get out there and people watch.
As for gear, use what you have. Traveling light has multiple advantages. Manual point and shoots like the Canon G series or a 35mm range finders are great choices. Really though, just use what you've got. Don't have a camera on you? Pull out the cell phone.

A few rules of street photography...
In a public place you have a right to take photos even if a stranger is in the image. If someone asks you to not take a picture of them, don't. Be respectful, but get in there and get the shot. Blend in stealth like. Seriously though, like a ninja. If people aren't paying attention to you, your doing a good job.

Shootz,
Bill

Get out and Shoot!

Aloha guys, check it out! I'm relaunching my blog. My goal is for you to draw inspiration that will help you grow in your craft, network with fellow artists and adventure with me!

I'll now be featuring anything that fires me up and sparks my passion.

Get excited, friend. Thanks for stopping by.
Shootz,
Bill