exposure

unmade bed 

I am definitely drawn to both dark and light styles of photography, but recently I've been interested in bright white light. Since my bedroom has early mid-morning southern exposure, I thought it would be a good place to start. It is so bright and soothing to me in the wintertime.  What type of light do you prefer? Dark and shadowy (ahh the drama), or light and airy? Since it has been absolutely freezing the last several days, I have been looking for inspiration indoors. I like this white filtered light. For more on light, exposure and interesting wedding lighting you can read further here.

ex·po·sure 

n

1. The condition of being exposed, especially to severe weather or other forces of nature: was hospitalized for the effects of exposure.

2. A position in relation to climatic or weather conditions or points of the compass: Our house has a southern exposure.

3.

a. The act of exposing sensitized photographic film or plate.

b. A photographic plate or a piece of film so exposed.

c. The amount of radiant energy needed to expose a photographic film.

autumn's golden light

Well, It's officially sweater weather in CT. As temperatures went from the high 70's on Friday down to the fifties, by the end of the weekend. This week I will be traveling to Atlanta, GA, so I will miss some of the color shifts. It has been way too long since I have been there. Peachtree everything, amazing cheese grits at the OK Cafe (can not be missed if you ever go there), my father's play, and visiting with family. I get to spend two whole days (and nights) with my sister, which I am really looking forward to.
Have a great week!

The golden hour (part two)

These late afternoon fall days are not getting old. Enjoy the first official day of fall this saturday, you will find me shooting a wedding at the Lily Lake. The dogs will be playing outside. Have a lovely weekend!

Kate

the golden hour....

In photography, the golden hour (sometimes known as magic hour) is the first and last hour of sunlight during the day, when a specific photographic effect is achieved due to the quality of the light. The light is defused and warm, when the sun is near the horizon.  In my case, it serves a duel meaning....my two golden retrievers, Bode (the whiter one who is still a pup) and Ruby, my heart, who is ten now. I  think about light a lot. September light is especially warm, and golden, lending itself to a romantic and nostalgic feel.