But before the nightlife, I went with my mom to church were her friend's daughter was doing her conformation mass. So I knew it was going to a long day, we got there just in time. One thing about these ceremonies is that they take a very long time. As of the photographer I need to stay squatted down next to the person I'm taking pictures for to have a clear visual.
My feet were killing me, in my head I'm trying to ignore the fact, I have another conformation do cover in May 6th 2013 in Orange County so this duty was pretty much a practice refreshment to keep an eye on what I need to do, and see where to position myself when everything is in motion.
Being able to not just do this for money but for the passion is really rewarding for the most part, yes I do get finical income doing this. My way on pursing this dream is to reach not my average but my very best which will be my highest!
Seen a whole lot of familiar faces, great for networking & catching up. In the picture above is Ed Delgado a independent film-maker/producer who was the first camera friend I've ever had and is still slicing jobs together as of now. You must surround yourself to the great to become the great together.
Here's a sneak peek on how it all went down on Saturday night. We had a background with the companies logo, 1) Young California & 2) Cen Cal everything. The crowd was diverse, everyone came out to support the local talents along with the up and comers. I was really surprised on how pack the place turned out like, there was even more people coming in soon as the doors were closing.
Video coverage shot by: Ed Delgado will be up on Friday March, 29th 2013
The next day on Sunday March 24th, 2013
I had a Easter photo-session with Brenda's 7month old niece, woke up in time and had everything
prepared for the day. Right after the Photo-shoot, there was a Baptism I had scheduled in Madera,CA about 20 miles away from my shoot.
Well guess what happen on this photo-session, from the look of the adorable baby's expression you can already feel what I'm about to admit.... I forgot my battery for my camera, the way I felt..Horrible, unprofessional, etc!!!. Haven't had that happen to me..but there's always the first time....had to tell the parents that I will be back. OMG, couldn't believe it, would have to be the fastest I've ever drove back home & back to a photo-shoot. Great thing about it all is that the people is that they were really cool about it, I was lucky they didn't give me a hard time. Lesson learned to double check my equipment, not that I always forget something I'll just be more careful next time. Anyways, got the pictures done & rushed to Madera,CA about 20minutes away from my town.
Like I was mentioning earlier the fastest I've ever drove. Really don't like speeding because I know there's tickets to be earned by doing so. I'm the type of person that doesn't like to be late, and will do my ALL to get the job done & if its speeding for once.. well so be it =)
It almost feels like I end up at a church at every photography job, it must be a sign ;) Here's Lorenzo he's a one year old boy. Son of my friend Louis Rico a long time friend from the neighborhood. I've taken his Wedding pictures and now have a following with their child. I must say it's a blessing to be apart of someones life, not only is it a job but a real connection that reflects in the images taken.
Hardest thing about photography is directing not only one person but a entire family, not everyone has the same attitudes and patiences. As a photo person I try to make it quick but still get my clear, sharp picture. This will be a photograph that will be forever remembered that will never be a rewind button. This picture right here will have to be my favorite picture after the church ceremony.
So much is going on in my life right now....scheduling & organizing my day to day life is truly unpredictable! Doing my best to stay focus on getting things completed & delivered. Being able to write this down is almost like my homework which I will continue to do, even if I miss two or three days I will keep them coming;)
-Ricardo Escalera
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