Conscientious {Link}

Todays link is the fine art photography blog Conscientious.  It's run by founder and editor Jörg M. Colberg and he's based right here in my home state of Massachusetts.  He covers a broad swath of contemporary fine art photography with in-depth reviews and interesting commentary.  Definitely a must read for anyone interested in this type of photography.  So go check out Mr. Colberg's (newly redesigned) site.

The Andersons {Music}

Spent some time in the studio with The Andersons one day this past week while they were recording at Mad Oak Studios in Boston.  Towards the end of the shoot we grabbed a few promo shots too.  Good times.  You can check out their music here. 

Paige Jennifer Foley {Portrait}

Had a lot of fun with Paige last weekend.  Uber cute.  She was a great subject with no fussing.  Here are a few of my favorites.  

Wonderful Machine {Link}

Well, it's Friday link time.  This week I'm highlighting a blog I visit at least once a day.  Wonderful Machine represents photographers all over the world and is a great resource if you need ideas on marketing, portfolios, and just all around inspiration.  So go grab a cup of coffee and enjoy a wander through the site.

Senior Portrait Book {Marketing}

SENIOR PORTRAITS by DAMIEN GAUDET | BOOK INFO

I've been trying to come up with some interesting/effective ways of marketing my portrait work, especially seniors, as it's about that time of year.

I've made a portfolio of some of my senior portraits from this past year and you can preview it above.  If, for some reason, you'd like to own this book click here.

The Photography Post {Link}

I'm thinking on Fridays I'm going to try and highlight a blog or website I enjoy.  Todays link is the brandy new photography site called, The Photography Post.  It was founded just a few months ago by: Danielle Franca Swift, Rachel Hulin, Kate Steciw, and Henry Tam.  I found it through A Photography Blog, another site by Rachel Hulin. 

The Photography Post uses images to highlight new posts and news from around the interwebs relating to Photography (heavy on fine art).  Most of the top/popular photo blogs are covered, including: Strobist, WTJ?, Heather Morton, PDN, Aperture, A Photo Editor, and many more.

The bottom line is this, if you're interested in photography, this site is for you.  It's one-stop shopping for all the latest interesting photo happenings and musings from around the industry.  Check out The Photography Post when you have a chance.

Worcester Rocks! {Event}

Portrait of Joel

Joel (above) has one of his photos in the Worcester Rocks! photo show tonight.  It's being held at the Worcester Art Museum and showcases the local music scene as documented by local photographers.  Joel is always out and about and captures some great images.  You can check out his flickr here.  My lovely wife Sarah and I will be in attendance, so if you're in the area, come check it out.

Contrary {Music}

Here are a few images from a shoot I did last week with up and coming rapper Contrary.  Check out his stuff on myspace and look for his soon to be released album.

It was a really fun shoot and the guys were up for anything I threw at them.  Looking forward to possibly another shoot with these guys this coming summer.

  

Ton-Up! {Personal}

This is my motorcycle.  I love my motorcycle.

I'm posting this because:
a.) it's nice out, so I got to ride.
b.) who doesn't like looking at cool motorcycles?
c.) even though this is my "work" blog, no one reads it anyway.

Also, I have a cousin and uncle in Ireland who are big into motorcycles, and I thought I'd give them a glimpse of the beast.  (Hi Keith + Dave!)

It's a 2004 Triumph Thruxton that I bought used a few years ago with 4000 miles on it.  I love the "cafe racer" aesthetic of this bike.  It's like it was transported directly from a bygone era, an era that was rad.

I just painted my exhaust black, and the headlight bucket and wheels are next up on the agenda.  I also plan on installing some fork gaiters and black header wrap.  It's really tough for me to find the time to work on the bike, only because I'd much rather be riding it.  

Senior Portrait Ads {Marketing}

I put these senior ads together recently for my senior portrait work.  I plan on doing the same for my wedding work soon.