“The Pieces” …

“The Pieces” …

It started just in passing over a year ago. As she walked to her seat in the sanctuary, I spotted them. These earrings. They were different, they were brown, and honestly, I had to have them. I later approached her, and asked “Where did you get them?” and she smiled, and politely said “I made them myself.” I remember doing the little headshake like “REALLY?” and followed up the gesture with, “I want you to make me something.” She smiled.

Life is funny at times. Months passed, and we both went on with our lives. Still speaking in passing, but never bringing up the earrings. One late night, while staring at the ceiling, I remembered those earrings. I saw her at church that Sunday and said, “Call me.” While I know we shouldn’t pass notes in church, but she passed a note with her number, and this is where it started. “The Inquiry.” I didn’t know what I wanted to do, did not have a clue how I would explain what had been revealed to me in a dream, without her thinking I was crazy perhaps, but I did what I always do. I push people to the dreams that have at some point been mentioned. I’m starting to think I have a habit of this? I’m sorry, well maybe not, because in the end, we all need a little nudge every now and then.

I sat at the computer, pulling pieces that I knew would represent who I am. Things that I like, and sent to her. Before I knew it, the products were on the way. It would be left to her to design that “something,” that would have to make me swoon. Pressure? Of course not, right? lol In a few days, she had the pieces ready for me to see, and I love them. An instant, “Oh my Gosh, that’s so me.” Yes, I said it out loud, sweating in the 90 degree weather, but smiling from ear to ear.

After much thought, she asked, “Tasha, it’s your collection, what do you want to name it?” I sat here, with all my new loves in my lap, and thought “The Pieces.” Why? Simple. My journey into the world of photography, has been developed piece by piece. From makeup artist, to business partner, to owner and shooter. It took stages to get to where I am. This is how we develop into our success, piece by piece. That’s what I hope to see happen for her. Develop her success, piece by piece. Every piece definitely is a labor of love, a little bit of her dreams, and a piece of her passion being shared with you. Show her some love and support. It started as a crazy dream I had about some earrings… we will see where it takes her. I believe in investing in dreams, why? Because someone did the same for me! Tasha

To view or purchase some of the pieces, visit my website here. Her site will be up soon! Her name is Brittany Brown.

My instant favorite!

Transparency.

Transparency.

She is one of the first wedding photographers that I admired, was inspired by, and followed. Sure, her imagery is absolutely amazing, but it was more than that. There was something about her. I’ve said many times in the past, I’m a writer first, and she writes as well. Her blog posts pull you in, and the images tell the story. She is amazing. She is Jasmine Star.

Last week, CreativeLive and Jasmine linked up in Seattle for a 5-day workshop. I don’t think I realized how powerful this workshop was going to be, until I was so drawn in, I pulled it up on my HTC EVO (DROID) and listened as I shot, just so I didn’t miss anything. It was truly an eye opening experience. From the business aspect, to literally following her and her husband while they shot a live wedding over the internet. WHAT? Insane. I can’t begin to imagine the pressure and stress she must have been under, and yet, she was amazing. Transparent, and an absolute gift to everyone that watched. Of course, I’m sure there are the haters out there, flossing at her style, her loudness, her laugh even, but at the end of the day, she rocked it out. Simple as that.

J* & JD(her husband & 2nd shooter) are in my book, one of the most awesome, untouchable wedding photography teams, just for letting us be a part of this event. Mad respect to them for being so open, and transparent. For letting us all into their lives, their business, and their process from start to finish. To go from Law School to one of the top 10 wedding photographers in the world in just 4 years… inspiration. I can’t speak for the thousands of people that were watching, but for me, I am humbled to share this industry with people like these two individuals.

If you missed it, the downloads are available for purchase on the www.creativelive.com website. One of the things I have taken from this workshop is, it’s ok to be me. That’s how people that follow this blog know me, know my life, my dreams, and aspirations before they ever meet me. So if you thought I talked too much before… Oh boy, prepare yourself! Transparency is what drives clarity. My goal is to give everyone a clear view into who I am as a person, an artist, and a photographer.

Here’s a look into what I have been working on… Taking it back to the fashion, the light or lack of light, and of course… The art of photography. Happy Tuesday!

He Said. She Said.

He Said. She Said.

It’s always funny to me. Hearing the “How we met” stories, but obviously some are funnier than others. Well, today did not disappoint. It’s a battle of “He Said” “She Said.” But let’s back up to the beginning for a second… You know, the backstory.

It was a few months ago, I suppose, when I initially met with the newly engaged Yolanda. We had a pleasant meeting of course, I went through and showed her my work, products etc, and she paused for a moment and said “You’re nothing like I thought.” If I knew how to raise one eyebrow, it would have been at the top of my hairline at that moment, pure curiosity of course. But since I can’t, I smiled and just asked politely…”What do you mean, and what did you think I was like?” LOL Hey, I keep it real right? And from her mouth came words that I am proud to say were about me. She continued on to say, “You’re so humble. I’m not sure what I thought or expected, but I just imagined different, and this is a pleasant surprise. Just to have done so much in such a little time, alot of times people forget who they are, and yet you’re so humble, really. While she never did let up on what she thought I was like EXACTLY (hint hint), I was content with knowing my humility is in tact. I have no idea where it is I am going, but I do always keep in mind where I have come from. It keeps me grateful, grounded, humble and striving for better. So months passed and this brings us to today…

Engaged. We traveled to Raleigh for their session this afternoon. The golden light came out and gave us FAVOR, yes! I love it. Yolanda’s finance’ James, a character for sure. I love it when the guys are open and game and just ready to have a good time in front of the camera. I, personally think James wants to be an undercover photographer, but hey what do I know right? Ha Ha! He kept telling her, “Hey, this is what photographer’s love, I bet you it’s an awesome pose, watch!” She just gave him that look like, “Baby, you’re not a photographer, stop!” Too cute! These two, had us rolling. Let’s just say we talked, we laughed, they competed… YES COMPETED! In what you ask? Who pursued who of course…

His Story. It was Korea… She EYE’d me down. Her Story. I didn’t even notice him. His Story, SHE GAVE ME “THE LOOK.” Her Story. I didn’t even see him! But one day, as she was in the store, she heard from the aisle over, “Hey, so what’s the story with your girl?” and you guessed it, he was an aisle over, asking her friend about her… The rest is history… Although the entire story is hilarious, it doesn’t matter who chased who, who eye’d whom, because in the end… They are here, soon to be married.

I am again honored to be traveling to Florida to shoot another destination wedding in October. I’ve been up shooting since early this morning, and I am exhausted… So just to give you a peek of what’s to come… Goodnight!

Focus Friday…

Focus Friday…

WOW! Wait, let me say that one more time and with some enthusiasm. WOW! Like Oh my gosh. And if you know me, you just heard me say that in your head didn’t you? LOL Gotta love it.

What a week! What did I do? Same thing I do every week. Shoot, Shoot, Edit, edit, design, design. You know the drill. The kids started school this week, and let me tell you that is a post all by itself. I let my babies ride the school bus for the FIRST TIME ever. So what, they are in middle school, and soon to be high school! So, yes, I drove them and picked them up everyday! I just didn’t like the idea of them on that big school bus, plus being a work at home mom, it’s my job to take them right? Like, I look bad if I don’t? You know, I have the super duper soccer mom White Suburban and everything! You’re laughing right? Ok, so I’m missing a soccer magnet on the back, but I will have a basketball one soon! Either way, let’s just say, 3 of 4 made it home on the bus, OMG, I almost said never again, but I pushed through and we now have conquered the school bus fear.

In other news, here’s my little diva, showing off her new harness. Cute right? Happy Friday!

Letter to Self : Determined

Letter to Self : Determined

Dear Outer-self,

Congratulations on all we have accomplished thus far. No, seriously, to some, we have reached some level of success, but we both know inside, we desire so much more. It’s time. Time to move. Time to take things to another level. It’s time to not only wow them, but to WOW ourselves. We have what it takes, we know what it takes, so do it. DO NOT let fear, intimidation, or anything else hold us back any further. Take the blinders off and see the BIG PICTURE, literally! Every time we pick up a camera, it is to produce our greatest work yet. Remember that. Our only competition is ourselves. Remember what we have done in the past, but pay attention to what it is we desire to do in the future! It is time to surround ourselves with those that desire to be greater than they have ever been. This is not personal, this is business and professional development. Sacrifice is what it takes to reach the place where God has meant for us to be. Whether that is people or things, distractions are not apart of this journey. While we know we are good, it is time to develop ourselves into GREAT. We have quietly been defining who we are, developing the art we want to represent us, but it’s time people knew… I am more than a woman with a camera. I am an artist. I am a photographer.
I am, Tasha Prescott. You thought you knew, but really… You had no idea.

Portfolio starts here…

Love & Respect,

Inner-self

BeU - August 23, 2010 - 9:38 AM

I’m glad to hear it Bella! Thanks for the comment!

Bella - August 23, 2010 - 9:06 AM

Tasha, this is so inspirational to me and my life’s outlook as well. It speaks volumes and I appreciate you sharing ;-)

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