What I learned from the Lunar Eclipse

I found myself in less than ideal conditions in the early morning hours of April 15, 2014. In the city, and somewhat sleep deprived.

Had I planned a little better, I could have been in a beautiful location, well rested, and ready for the total lunar eclipse.

But I wasn’t. Sometimes it goes that way when I’m not shooting for a specific client. It requires a little more self motivation and determination to make things happen.

So, I stayed up to watch the eclipse, and I devised to shoot a time-lapse. 20 Minute segments at 400mm focal length.

I made it all the way until the actual Eclipse… and of course fell asleep. Seriously.

I awoke in a complete stupor to fire off one more raw image of the gorgeous red moon before me. Then back to bed.

What I learned was to prepare better for an event as unique and beautiful as this. Even if there is no related paycheck…

Thankfully, I’ll have a second chance this year… in Grand Teton National Park no less!

Expect more from me on that one :)

— andrew

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If you are interested in learning more about photography, taking your art to a new level please check out my new workshop dates:

Grand Teton Photographic Tour/ Workshops 2014

More Destination Photo Tours/ Workshops 2014

If you are interested in licensing any of the images/ video from this post, please visit my stock agency:

Tandem Stills + Motion // andrew r. slaton

If you are interested in purchasing prints from this post, please check my prints for sale, or email me directly for a custom request:

andrew r. slaton // photographer // prints

For assignment work requests, please email me: andrew@andrewslatonphoto.comThanks for visiting AndrewSlatonBlog.com!

all images and content © ARS Media, LLC 2014

photography

SUMMER // INTERNSHIP

Are you a dreamer? Do you know how to be more than a dreamer… someone who does? Where do you want to be in 5 years?

I have been a professional stills + motion photographer for over a decade, and it remains the best and hardest thing I have ever done. Give me a hand on everything from commercial location shoots, tagging and categorizing stock, shooting and editing motion clips, and possibly even do a little shooting of your own.

I travel a lot, and there is the possibility for the right candidate to experience some of the excitement of traveling on assignments. Come help and learn as you get started in your own visual career.

This is unpaid for the summer, but positions are available and interns will most certainly be at the top of the heap…. unless you’re a horrible, terrible person. :)

DATES: JUNE 2 – AUG 24 (DATES CAN BE FLEXIBLE)

Applicants must possess:

a hunger for something better
a strong visual IQ (we want to see your portfolio!)
an inquisitive mind, and positive attitude
working to advanced knowledge of Adobe PS + LR (Premier Pro + AE huge plus)
working to advanced knowledge of how to shoot photo + vid on DSLRs
ability to take direction and act quickly

“OK, GREAT. WHAT DO I GET OUT OF THIS??” — YOU

In a word… experience. Okay, two words… working knowledge. Three? A leg up.

The way a photography internship should work (and will here), is that you, the intern, work hard, and in turn, I, the photographer, impart special knowledge and real world know how that you wouldn’t get from a blog post or youtube video. You also gain access to all of my equipment… to practice, shoot tests, learn different lighting styles, etc. Some may even get to travel on assignments, or get a paying job in the end.

It’s a trade. My knowledge and experience for your time and help!

Let me know why you are the ONE!

andrew

APPLY HERE

“I see no higher art than that of the canvas that is painted with light every morning, evening, and night. And I am both cursed and blessed with the insatiable hunger to capture it’s beauty.”

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If you are interested in learning more about photography, taking your art to a new level please check out my new workshop dates:

Grand Teton Photographic Tour/ Workshops 2014

More Destination Photo Tours/ Workshops 2014

If you are interested in licensing any of the images/ video from this post, please visit my stock agency:

Tandem Stills + Motion // andrew r. slaton

If you are interested in purchasing prints from this post, please check my prints for sale, or email me directly for a custom request:

andrew r. slaton // photographer // prints

For assignment work requests, please email me: andrew@andrewslatonphoto.com

Thanks for visiting AndrewSlatonBlog.com!

all images and content © ARS Media, LLC 2014

photography

Get Out There!

Happy Friday everyone! Get outside this weekend and enjoy nature…. no matter where you live…

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If you are interested in learning more about photography, taking your art to a new level please check out my new workshop dates:

Big Bend Photographic Tour/ Workshops 2014

More Destination Photo Tours/ Workshops 2014

If you are interested in licensing any of the images/ video from this post, please visit my stock agency:

Tandem Stills + Motion // andrew r. slaton

If you are interested in purchasing prints from this post, please check my prints for sale, or email me directly for a custom request:

andrew r. slaton // photographer // printsFor assignment work requests, please email me: andrew@andrewslatonphoto.com

Thanks for visiting AndrewSlatonBlog.com!

all images and content © ARS Media, LLC 2014

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Images of South Sudan | Solo Exhibition

In January of this year, I was asked to shoot a job more than half-way around the world in a country I new nothing about.

Ravaged by decades of war, disease, poverty, and hopelessness, South Sudan is struggling for rebirth.

On November 7, Seed Effect, will be celebrating their fourth year of bringing hope, love, life, and transformation to the people of South Sudan through Christ-centered micro-finance.

My life, and countless lives in Africa have been changed through the work of Seed Effect, so please help me support them by coming out for this fantastic event… anyone and everyone is invited, so please spread the word!

This is also very special to me because they will be featuring my photography from the trip in January in my first solo exhibition. All proceeds go directly to empowering the South Sudanese people.

Those who come will see a variety of work, all shot within a 10 day period. From broad landscapes to intimate portraits, Africa street scenes and the beauty of nature. All tell the story of hope and redemption for a tired yet resilient people. A people that you can help through Seed Effect. Not with a “hand out”, but rather with a “hand up”.

Seed Effect offers group-guaranteed small business loans, teaching folks how to start, maintain, and grow a business. As a consequence, they can provide for their family, send their children to school, and make a better life for their community. This movement is crucial to the success of this fledgling country.

I have seen first hand the amazing work that is happening in the world’s newest country through Seed Effect. So please join me and support them however you can! I hope to see all of you at Seed Effect Turns 4 in November!

When: November 7, 2013, 6-9pm

Where: The Laundry | 1818 Chestnut St., Dallas, TX, 75226

More information available at SeedEffect.org/SETurns4.

–andrew

aerial, photography

white rock | aerials + lifestyle

White Rock Lake in Dallas is a very fun, active area, so it’s no wonder there is a good bit of development happening in and around the nearby neighborhoods.

The private and public sectors have invested massive amounts of money, and the result is a beautiful, hip, fun, and affordable location.

I’ve been getting more and more calls for aerials and lifestyle shots of the area… and luckily, it’s right in our backyard! Love these jobs!!