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Anne’s infatuation with horses started at an early age. Her first session was at the farm. Anne and Sailor have an amazing bond. Anne is beautiful and confident and I wanted to capture that in her photographs. Sailor… she’s got a gorgeous coat and she is a bit intimidating (to me).
A special thanks to Miss Rose. Your help was invaluable.
XO-S
If you are not familiar with The Pioneer Woman run don’t walk to her site. Grab a box of tissues and some time. Plan on going back to her site often.
For today go to the photography site and see the submissions from her assignment “Coming Home”. Read the captions when Ree tells you to. You’ll be moved.
XO-S
This winter M&M decided he wanted to build a cyc wall for me. I was blown away when he suggested this. It opens up so many opportunities. I am no longer limited by time of day, weather, etc… And I can shoot high key photography. I set out to learn about studio lighting. The plans for construction came together. The process has taken longer than expected. We were able to make adjustments along the way based on what we were learning & experiencing. Have a peek at the cyc wall.
From the beginning we knew our space had to be multifunctional. I think we’ve accomplished that.
Our space has a cathedral ceiling. So height was not an issue. We were limited by the width of the room. The overall size of the cyc wall is roughly +7.5 feet high x +10.5 feet wide x + 13 deep. The wall is a platform with a deck, we were limited in our space and could not build out the floor to be level with the existing floor. We also decided to not go with a cove design, we didn’t want to slow the process.
You’ll notice at the top of the wall a seamless roll of paper and room for another roll. I want to execute a couple of creative ideas and the seamless paper will save us M&M from painting the wall after the project. I’ll be adding a roll of black seamless soon. Under the paper holder running the width of the wall is a steel cable. I knew I wanted to be able to hang backdrops. Just gives us more options.
The space has 3 windows which allows an amazing amount of north facing natural light. We have two rows of steel cables. Sheers to diffuse the light and black panels to cut the light. Plus I have open wall space that I can hang additional backgrounds.
Behind the wall is much needed storage. Camera left is where I have props…vintage baby scales, rugs, etc. Camera right is all the tech gear…strobes, light modifiers, cords, etc… We originally had the cyc wall positioned against the structural wall, thanking my lucky stars we changed that. I filled up the space in no time!
I had no idea when I showed M&M photos of ATJ’s studio and cyc wall he would be inspired to build one for me. I think he was missing the smell of sawdust… or was up to a challenge. Either way… I think he’s awesome and I love my new cyc wall!
If you notice the tape on the floor I was doing some lighting studies. All the scuff marks on the floor are going to be a pain. That’s what I’ve heard from fellow photos who have cyc walls. Always painting the floor.
Do you want to know what materials M&M used, paint finish, how he built it, etc… leave a note in the comments are send a direct email. Maybe we can get M&M to do a guest post.
In the coming days look for posts with lighting set ups.
XOX-S
Several years ago when Spike was tall enough to ride the coasters at King’s Island I coerced him into riding Son of Beast with me. I can still remember the anticipation while we waited in line. After the ride began, Spike was upset with me. As we are approaching the first loop de loop I began questioning what I had gotten both of us into. As we come out of the loops I wanted off the ride and I was certain Spike would not be speaking to me. To my surprise, he’s screaming to ask if we can ride again. No way I was going to ride again.
Fast forward to this past summer. We are at King’s Island. Spike coerced me into riding Diamondback. Pay backs for the damage I had done several years ago. I know for sure I am done riding the thrill rides, sad but true.
Today I feel like I am standing in line for a coaster ride. My stomach is in my throat and I’m holding on! Hope the ride is everything we hope for and more.
We left Vandalia and headed to the country to the family farm for this extended family photo session. It was a beautiful evening session, just a bit chilly. The parents/grandparents cruise around Vandalia in their restored Model A so we knew that was going to be a part of this session.
This family is gorgeous. And they are a lot of fun to hang around with.
Dogs can be unpredictable in a family session. Miss Indie was such a good girl.
“H” sorry that I kept asking you to kneel on the concrete. It isn’t like I didn’t know that you had knee surgeries:(
“B” family thanks for making the drive for the family session. I’m glad the weather cooperated for us.
When I was leaving the grandkids were negotiating over who was piling on the blankets and riding in the rumble seat to head to dinner.
Remembering the heroes of 9/11 and their families. Thankful for the men and women who serve to protect our freedom. Giving thanks to the countless volunteers who risk their lives for our safety. Praying for world peace.
Welcome to the new blog of Sherry Mescher Photography. I will be sharing client sneak peeks, promotions, and occasionaly family antics. Grab a cold drink, sit back relax, and look around. We like comments; our clients like comments, so leave some comments. Thanks for stopping by.