Brian Carey's Photography Blog: 2014

Saturday, December 20, 2014

The Evolution of Creativity

Following is an excerpt you can find in my ebook entitled "The Beginner's Guide to Photographic Excellence". You can find the ebook at:

The Evolution of Creativity

Introduction

Photography is as much a craft as it is an art. While camera's have become remarkable instruments with improved capabilities and features, learning how to use your equipment is vital to being a creative photographer and your ticket to making great images. No matter how great the technology, learning basic camera skills are what you need to have control over how your images look and it's also where so much creativity lies!

Photography by Brian Carey in St John's Newfoundland

Cabot Tower Drive

“Cabot Tower Drive” is a photo of my home town of St John's, Newfoundland, Canada which I made in October 2010. I had taken this composition originally on medium format film back in 1991 and at that time I went with a 2 minute exposure, there were several cars in that image. I was happy with what I got back then and became excited about the possibilities of long exposure and light trail photography.

About 5 years ago while out for a walk it struck me “what if I could get only one car in the photo”? It would be a great idea to clean up the light trails. I knew it wouldn't be easy and I decided to pursue it as a creative and technical challenge.

It took considerable patience because I couldn't control the traffic on the hill. I had to set the ISO and the aperture to give me the exposure time I estimated. I opened the shutter just before the car entered the frame at the bottom of the hill and closed it when the driver applied their brakes at the top alongside Cabot Tower. In this case I used bulb mode and locked the shutter open for 73 seconds. Finally, after two evenings of trying, a second car didn't enter the frame and I got my photo.

When I look back on it I think I was lucky to get the image as “easy” as I did because of the frequent traffic in the area. But you know what they say about luck, the harder you work the more you have of it.

Check out my ebook for more. It has detailed information on what you need to be a creative photographer and some examples to get you started.

Thank You!

Thursday, November 27, 2014

The Gift of Creativity

Give the Gift of Creativity this holiday season to someone you love and Save 25% if you buy before December 24 2014.

We are offering 2 hour, 3 hour and 5 hour Personal Photography Courses If you got a loved one who is getting a new camera for Christmas or already has one and would like to learn how to use it then this is the perfect gift for them!

Photography by Brian Carey St John's Newfoundland

St John's Twilight

These sessions are geared towards the student and focus on what she or he want's to learn. If you want to be creative and take great photos with your camera you have to learn the basics (which can be a lot of fun) and I'd be more than happy to help you with that!

We are offering three options with a savings of 25% if ordered before December 24th , 2014. Makes a great Christmas gift!

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2 hour Personal Photography Course. Photowalk or photo editing. $150, save $50 (Regular price $200)

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3 hour Personal Photography Course. Photowalk and/or photo editing. $225, save $75 (Regular price $300)

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5 hour Personal Photography Course. Photowalk and/or photo editing. $375, save $125 (Regular price $500)

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Once payment is made please confirm by email to brian@briancareyphotography.com You will receive your printable coupon by email or it can be mailed to you!

Quidi Vidi Reflection

So how does this work?

Purchase gift certificate using "Buy Now" button, above
Send me an email at brian@briancareyphotography.com to ensure I have your info.
I will email you or mail your the certificate. What ever you choose,
The certificate owner can contact me and we can schedule the session at a mutually convenient time.

Downtown Busker

Please note all sessions must be completed as a single session and these gift certificates are good for one years after date of purchase. Also these courses can include any combination of photography or editing you'd like.

If you have any questions please call 709 769 7990 or email brian@briancareyphotography.com

Thank you!

Thursday, October 30, 2014

Carbonear Hospital Commission

This morning I delivered the work for my latest commission, this one for Carbonear Hospital. The work was commissioned by Dr Christopher Patey and Dr Daneile O'Dea, local husband and wife physicians. The commission was for 6 framed prints featuring single edition, one of a kind landscape photographs of the Carbonear area. They will be displayed in the trauma rooms at the Carbonear Hospital.

The commission was for single edition prints and through preliminary meetings we discussed and agreed on the overall concept of the collection. After a specified period of time (this commission duration was about 6 months) I present the client with a series of photographs from which they pick the images to be printed and framed. The number of images presented, framing, size, as well as other details, was decided during preliminary meetings and correspondence. The cost is based on the size and number of prints.

Below we have Dr Chris Patey holding the print, "Morning at Salmon Cove Sands". One of six images in the collection.

Dr Chris Patey holding a print of "Morning at Salmon Cove Sands".
One of six images in the collection.

If you or your business would like single edition, one of a kind images to display in your private residence or place of work please give me a call I would love to talk to you. My phone number is 709 769 7990, my email brian@briancareyphotography.com

Thank You!

Sunday, October 12, 2014

Back to My Roots

I often refer to myself as a landscape photographer even though the work I do is expanding into many different areas. These days I'm doing a lot of portraiture both professionally and in a number of personal photography projects I have on the go. Though I might be doing less than I used to I find landscape photography even more appealing than I have in the past. A precious longing persists!

Photography by Brian Carey St John's Newfoundland photographer

September Sunset in St John's

If the reward is a good hike and getting some of that gorgeous Newfoundland air into my lungs I'll gladly accept the payment.

One of those mornings at Quidi Vidi

The beauty and variety of the landscape offers additional rewards.

Twilight at Fort Amherst

Landscape photography is more than about the images. I like being out, turning into the wind closing my eyes, inviting the breeze to caress my face. Experiencing a personal relationship with Mother Nature. There is also a sense of freedom attached to the experience. It certainly is a lovely feeling, the present is the only moment and you can appreciate being connected to all this beauty.

Thursday, August 7, 2014

Close Encounters of the First Kind

Newfoundland has many experiences waiting for people who love nature and the great outdoors. Whales are a major attraction in Newfoundland during the summer months and one of the greatest experiences you can have would be to dive with the magnificent humpback whales.

I recently joined Ocean Quest, setting out from Petty Harbour to take some photos of people reveling in this magnificent experience!

Diving with humpback whales with Ocean Quest Adventures

While the whales were the main drawing card enjoying the beautiful rugged coastline added just the right topping to the adventure!

Diving with humpback whales with Ocean Quest Adventures

It sure was a great day, lots of fun and great to be able to enjoy the wonderful world around us. Thank you for stopping by! :-)

Tuesday, July 8, 2014

Unlock Your Creativity

There is a lot to photography after all it's both a art and a craft. The road to a great photograph lies in a basic understanding of your camera and camera techniques. Camera fundamentals are the foundation of great photography. The better your skills the more successful and fulfilling your images will be.

"Unlock Your Creativity" with personal one on one photography courses. We find out what you already know, what your skill level is and then we move on to what you want to learn. Do you want to photograph people or landscapes or do you just want to know how to use that new camera of yours?

There is no better way to say it than by this quote from Pablo Picasso:

“Learn the rules like a pro, so you can break them like an artist.”

St John's Newfoundland photographer Brian Carey

Nighttime from Jack's Stage (it's gone now).

photography by St John's Newfoundland photographer Brian Carey

Winters Beauty

Cape Spear to Water St

The Last Cantwell at Cape Spear

One Sunny Evening at Canada's Far East

Cape Spear Sunrise

What do you want to learn ?

basic camera operation
exposure
composition
flash photography
flash portraiture
natural light portraiture
nighttime photography
editing
or anything else you'd like to learn..............

We have 2, 3 hour and 5 hour sessions available. Please contact me via email at brian@briancareyphotography.com to Unlock Your Creativity!

Monday, June 16, 2014

Broken Earth

I was very pleased to be the photographer at the Great Rock Op 2014 fundraiser in support of Broken Earth at the Johnson Geo Centre in St John's Newfoundland, May 31 2014.

"Team Broken Earth is a volunteer task force composed of physicians, nurses, and physiotherapists from across Canada committed to delivering and improving healthcare in Haiti." - Broken Earth website. You can find out more on their website , their Facebook page or follow them on Twitter.

Entertainment was provided by The Once, Billy Hickey and 709. Food, by some of the worlds best chefs including: Raymond's, Mallard Cottage, Blue on Water, Tavola, Bianca's, Red Oak Catering and more!

Following are a selection of photos from the gala.........