I'm a last minuter. {This Drives Mike Nuts} It's Not because I love the thrill of seeing if I can make it just before the last possible second, but because my wheels are turning. I'm plotting it out. I'm psyching myself up for the challenge. When I found out I was doing the cover for the Alabama Bride Quarterly publication, I was excited. And when excited ran out, I was nervous. Then came the stress of sorting out and picking just the best shots. I narrowed down again and again. Then found out...there was no room for the Magazine logo above my brides. Oh NO. Then came panic. I like a tight shot. That's my style and I rock it out. When I have a great background, I usually take it horizontal. But hey, future tip for the future magazine cover that you may have one day ~ Editors like a roomy vertical. Surpise! So I thought about it for a day. {Well, almost a day} I really liked this shot - blame my love for the color wheel, but this shot of Maria really has something great going on. I polled my amazing Facebook Fans & they loved this one too. Then I had a liberating moment. So what if I didn't have the perfect shot right out of the camera. I'm an artist with a passion for all things Photoshop. So...I removed the bokeh'd powerline, extended the sky and minimized a little wind. And Wham, we've got a cover. Then magically, All my stress faded into the happy dance. Reminder: Never give up. If you know it's right, you can find a way to make it amazing! xoxo, Daphne
Daphne Ellenburgis a budding photography business owner in Southern Alabama with a supportive family and a new fancy-pants in home studio. She loves college football, big handbags, lip gloss and all things Olympus. Daphne also enjoys writing about her Photo-Adventures and her entertaining family. Catch up with her at Ellenburg Photography {Website} {Facebook} {EP Blog}{Daphne's Blog}{Join EP Project 52}
Ellenburg Photography'saward winning photographer, Daphne Ellenburg, specializes in Wedding Photography and Family Portraiture. We are located just north of Mobile Alabama. We proudly serve all of Alabama, and Gulfcoast Florida, Mississippi and Louisiana.(251) 656-7601
So, to say I'm excited is a world class understatement. My photo on the cover of a magazine? Way Awesome! I dug though hard drive after hard drive looking for Gorgeous Brides in interesting places. I've narrowed down 3 times, and here's what's left...
Will the editor love any of these or will I have to start the search again? The Cover Mystery Continues. Stay tuned.
Daphne Ellenburgis a budding photography business owner in Southern Alabama with a supportive family and a new fancy-pants in home studio. She loves college football, big handbags, lip gloss and all things Olympus. Daphne also enjoys writing about her Photo-Adventures and her entertaining family. Catch up with her at Ellenburg Photography {Website} {Facebook} {EP Blog}{Daphne's Blog}{Join EP Project 52}
Ellenburg Photography'saward winning photographer, Daphne Ellenburg, specializes in Wedding Photography and Family Portraiture. We are located just north of Mobile Alabama. We proudly serve all of Alabama, and Gulfcoast Florida, Mississippi and Louisiana.(251) 656-7601
When I'm asked to photograph at the beach {any Beach} - I'm immediately transported to my happy place. I love everything about the beach. That great beachy Smell, Squishing between my toes, rolling waves, creepy seagulls...yep all of it. So, when Kristy asked me to photograph her family, how could I resist? I just adore the Moran boys. I photographed little Aaron on his first birthday on a railroad track and his new baby brother just a few months ago when he was just born. They are growing so fast. Documenting growing families in fun places is just one of the many perks of this job. Greatest Job Ever! Enjoy a few of my favorites of Kristy, Marty, Aaron & Evan. A good looking family on a gorgeous Mississippi Beach.
Daphne Ellenburgis a budding photography business owner in Southern Alabama with a supportive family and a new fancy-pants in home studio. She loves college football, big handbags, lip gloss and all things Olympus. Daphne also enjoys writing about her Photo-Adventures and her entertaining family. Catch up with her at Ellenburg Photography {Website} {Facebook} {EP Blog}{Daphne's Blog}{Join EP Project 52}
Ellenburg Photography'saward winning photographer, Daphne Ellenburg, specializes in Wedding Photography and Family Portraiture. We are located just north of Mobile Alabama. We proudly serve all of Alabama, and Gulfcoast Florida, Mississippi and Louisiana.(251) 656-7601
There is something magical about the beach. Maybe its the sound of the crashing waves, or maybe its squishing the sand between my toes. I've always loved the beach. It was a pleasure to be asked to photograph a beach fishing trip between a tiny boy and his Great Grandfather in Pascagoula, Mississippi. As we get older, we learn to appreciate all the wonderful stories and great adventures we had with our Grand-parents. When I reflect fondly on these times, I never feel like I have enough photographs with my Grandparents. Photographing something fun like this is a real treasure. Thank you for selecting me to capture these memories. Enjoy a few of young Aaron and his Great-Grandfather.
Daphne Ellenburgis a budding photography business owner in Southern Alabama with a supportive family and a new fancy-pants in home studio. She loves college football, big handbags, lip gloss and all things Olympus. Daphne also enjoys writing about her Photo-Adventures and her entertaining family. Catch up with her at Ellenburg Photography {Website} {Facebook} {EP Blog}{Daphne's Blog}{Join EP Project 52}
Ellenburg Photography'saward winning photographer, Daphne Ellenburg, specializes in Wedding Photography and Family Portraiture. We are located just north of Mobile Alabama. We proudly serve all of Alabama, and Gulfcoast Florida, Mississippi and Louisiana.(251) 656-7601
This week's theme of "Water" really had our pool of photographers thinking outside of the box. Water is every where and this great group of photographers went out of their way to photograph water in the most interesting ways. It was great. It was especially awesome that some of you told us how you got these great shots. Never stop sharing your knowledge. It feels good to give back. Now on to our top ten, as always in no particular order. If you enjoy this photograph, the artist links are just below it. Check out their work and send them some love. Everyone could use a bit of encouragement now and then. Your words might be just the pat on the back a struggling artists needs. So, go ahead and pat away. Here we go... ONE {Great Bokeh, Great tone & Beautiful patience to get such a wonderful water capture!}
And now on to the Ellenburg Photography shot of the week. I love this week's shot. My Eleven year old boy, Jackson, helped me set it up and actually got a shot of me crawling on the sand in my favorite jeans to get this capture.
MCP Action's week 48 theme of "Twinkle Twinkle" will certainly put us all in the Christmas Spirit. There are plenty of holiday items that twinkle. But let's not forget Twinkling eyes or Twinkle Toes or Twinkling stars. There are plenty of great ideas out there waiting to be found. I can't wait to see what you come up with! 2011 is sneaking past us, there are so few weeks to get out there and be daring and bold - don't stop pushing yourself. Don't take the shot to meet the minimum requirements of participation. You are better than that. We're all busy, but not too busy to stop learning and growing. I'm so proud to be a part of this group and to see how far we have come week to week. Keep it up!
As 2012 approaches, so does the birth of Ellenburg Photography's Project 52! (I am super excited!) My project 52 will focus on the education and encouragement of photography skills at any level. There is plenty to learn, and I'm happy to share my knowledge with you and happy to learn from you too. I hope you'll consider being a part of what is sure to be a fun group! We are currently 33 members strong! Visit Ellenburg Photography Project 52 to join today. I sincerely hope you each had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday with your families. Thanks again for the many wonderful Birthday wishes, It was so nice. Wishing you each a wonderful week filled with the joys of family, fun and photography! xoxo, Daphne
Daphne Ellenburgis a budding photography business owner in Southern Alabama with a supportive family and a new fancy-pants in home studio. She loves college football, big handbags, lip gloss and all things Olympus. Daphne also enjoys writing about her Photo-Adventures and her entertaining family. Catch up with her at Ellenburg Photography {Website} {Facebook} {EP Blog}{Daphne's Blog}{Join EP Project 52}
Ellenburg Photography'saward winning photographer, Daphne Ellenburg, specializes in Wedding Photography and Family Portraiture. We are located just north of Mobile Alabama. We proudly serve all of Alabama, and Gulfcoast Florida, Mississippi and Louisiana.(251) 656-7601
Photography is my passion. I love taking photographs. I could sleep next to my camera, seriously with it's own tiny little pillow from the Bed Bath & Beyond. I have a lot of fun with my clients and their families. I think that passion for photography comes out and shows in my snaps. I take pictures of people, not trees. But I will take your photo with a tree. I have the greatest JOB EVER!
Daphne Ellenburg is a budding photography business owner in Southern Alabama with a supportive family and a new fancy-pants in home studio. She loves college football, big handbags, lip gloss and all things Olympus. Daphne also enjoys writing about her Photo-Adventures and her entertaining family. Catch up with her at Ellenburg Photography {Website} {Facebook} {EP Blog}{Daphne's Blog}{Join EP Project 52}
