Being a graduate of the Hallmark Institute of Photography is no small matter. Its not an easy school to get into and its even harder to get out. No one goes through unscathed. Having been a graduate of 2 years I still find myself in awe of images the students create year in and out. I often find myself scrolling through an eternity of bookmarks just to get a look at “where they are now.” So many talented photographers, so much inspiration and so much curiosity piqued my interest to meet some of them, chat with them and maybe even learn a thing or two from them…and then the idea hit me like a ton of bricks….
PHOTOGRAPH THEM!
but don’t just photograph them… Study their work, their style, their lighting and photograph them in their style yet still infusing your own vision. Wow! That’s a challenge because there are so many Uber-talented photographers with so many unique styles who have graduated from Hallmark, but unless we challenge ourselves there can be no growth, right? So Hallmark Redux was born.
I plan to photograph every willing Hallmark graduate (still working as a photographer) in the South East United States. This will involve a lot of traveling, a lot of planning, a lot of studying and a lot of fun. I’m excited to take this on and I know the rewards will be many. I will be sharing what I’ve learned along the way about the business of photography, the technical tips and tricks, and any life lessons I’ve learned from my fellow alumni. It’s going to be an interesting ride. So come along. You’re invited.
Tennessee Alumni are on deck. At the top of the order…
Sara Renee Murray (2009) – www.sararenee.com
Lexey Hall (2008) – www.lexeyhall.com
Michael Bretz (2009) – www.mrbimg.com
Tracye Taylor (2001) – www.tracyesphotography.com
Daniel Meigs (2006) – www.danielmeigs.com
Crystal Martin (2005) – www.crystalmartinphoto.com
Felicia Franklin (2008) – www.feliciafranklin.com
Mark Denman (2008, 2009 Hon
) – www.markdenmanphotography.com Yes, a self-portrait series
I’m still considering East Texas, Oklahoma and the Virginias. We’ll see!
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