Pickerill Creative: August 2010

Monday, August 30, 2010

Candice & Dana Wedding Film...

I am very proud to announce that the video production/videography arm of Luke Pickerill Photography is officially available! As some of you know my roots in are in the film and television industry. For those of you who don't know, check out our brand new website at: www.lukepickerill.com

Complete information on videography and all of our other services is available!

Here is a trailer from our latest wedding:

Monday, August 23, 2010

The MDA "Night of Spirits" at the Comedy Store in Hollywood, CA

Come out and have your picture taken by Luke Pickerill Photography at the MDA "Night of Spirits Event" in Hollywood, CA.

http://www.mdanightofspirits.com/

MDA is the nonprofit health agency dedicated to curing muscular dystrophy, ALS and related diseases by funding worldwide research. The Association also provides comprehensive health care and support services, advocacy and education.

Who:
“Night of Spirits” is an evening with the “in” crowd of young Hollywood! Guests in past years have included celebrities such as the hit band Linkin Park, Wilmer Valderrama (That 70’s Show), the cast of TBS’s My Boys, Kevin McKidd, Andrew Keegan and Michael Rosenbaum (Smallville), Matthew Rhys (Brothers & Sisters), Collins Pennie (FAME), Esteban Powell (The Cleaner), Greg Finley (The Secret Life of the American Teenager), Dennis Haskins (Saved by the Bell), Brody Jenner, Maksim Chmerkovskiy and Tony Dovolani (Dancing with the Stars), WBA Welterweight Super Champion Sugar Shane Mosley, Gold-Medalist Tara Lipinski, 2006 World Series of Poker Main Event champion Jamie Gould, and MORE!

What:
MDA is excited to host its fifth annual “Night of Spirits” Event! Prepare for a night of laughter and excitement while you indulge in a variety of cocktails and food while mingling with other young socialites. The evening is jam-packed with entertainment including live DJs, live comedy performances, dancing, and the raffling off of amazing prizes!

Why:
The perfect opportunity to show your philanthropy to a new, exciting, and hip audience!

Where:
The Comedy Store
8433 Sunset Boulevard
West Hollywood, CA 90069

When:
    September 10, 2010
    8pm – 1am

Buy Tickets:
http://www.mdanightofspirits.com/

Thursday, August 19, 2010

Engagement Session - Alexis & Steve!

Alexis and Steve are are super fun couple and we all had a lot of fun!

I did this entire shoot with available light, mostly around f/2.8.

Monday, August 16, 2010

Huntington Beach CA, Wedding - Monica & Erik

Monica and Erik got married on a beautiful vantage point overlooking Huntington Beach, CA. It wasa gorgeous ceremony and I was so glad to be a part of it!

The Sun was out in all it's glory and that presented a real tough challenge. The sun was high and just a little behind them during the ceremony casting really hard, nasty shadows on their faces. No worries, Fill flash to the rescue.

The flash really softened the hardness of the sun and saved the day!

In this harsh direct sun it takes constant fussing to keep my artistic vision exposed properly. If I move 3 feet to the left it's a different setting, then back 1 foot to the right and guess what... A different setting. This is where knowing your equipment makes a big difference. I can adjust my flash exposure and drop the ambient without even lowering the camera from my eye.

For those of you just starting out just use 1 setting. Set your camera to expose for the scene and let the flash do the work.

A few more of the images from the day!

Friday, August 13, 2010

Family Portrait - Quilas Family

The Quilas Family is AWESOME!!!!! I had a great time with them!

3 Lights: 1. Main Light-Softbox, 2. Fill-Ambient 3. Background Light-Sun & 580exII
1/160 - f/5.6 - ISO800