This post is about sharing authentically about my business, its
growth and where my wedding photography went? About six months ago, I decided
to start a course change in a new direction to commercial and fine art
photography. Commercial photography consists of a wide variety of work such as
advertising/campaigns, product, editorial fashion, sports and lifestyle. My
main decision for this change was purely an artistic choice and how I wanted to
spend the rest of my days taking photos professionally. For the past four
years, I've devoted my focus to wedding photography and being just a " wedding
photographer". I didn't like "being labeled" and feeling boxed in as an artist
so I made this transition. This opens the door to working with other creative
people and being part of different teams.
The progress of that decision has been a very hard but rewarding
one. Work is much harder to come by and I find myself as the "starving artist"
so to speak. This was to be expected and I was preparing myself for that. This
was probably the worst time to start in a new direction with the economy being
the way it is but I never seem to do anything the easy way. I understand that
so many people/artists out there are struggling the same. I feel for you and
just know that you are not alone and that your art has great value. Thank you
everyone for not giving up on your dreams and pursuits. You are well respected
here.
With that being said I am still shooting wedding gigs as much as
I can on the side. I have a separate wedding portfolio online at ADAMOVITA.NET
which will be open for other photographers to work for down the road. The Adamo
Vita blog is not up yet but will be at some point.
Another goal that I have for my business is to have showcase my fine
art work in gallery shows as much as possible. These shows will most likely
consist of large canvas pieces. I am just waiting to have the right collection
and gallery space to have a good show. I am very thankful to be able to pursue
my passions and create even when it's difficult. I have a lot to learn and will
always be developing and changing. I am up for the challenge and am happy the
direction I am headed. Thank you to all who support my work and continue to
fallow this blog. Please post your comments/ideas here and pass posts around
via facebook, twitter, anything.
Please email me if I can help you or collaborate with you on any
creative projects or jobs.
Thanks and be blessed
Jared
TALENT: MODEL ILVA FROM GERMANY
MAKEUP: JAMES BOEHMER WITH NARS
HAIR: RAMIE ROTH WITH WHITTEMORE HOUSE

TALENT: ROZ DANA CULLEN NEW YORK MODELS
DESIGNER: GIOVANNA RANDALL
STYLIST: TASHA CAIN
DEVELOPMENT: RACHEL FLEIT
CONSULTING DESIGNER: WILLIAM CALVERT
SAMPLE MAKER: SOO KIM
PRODUCER: GLYNNIS MCDARIS WILDCAT NYC
HONOR SARA LARSON
HONOR YOSUZI SYLVESTER


OCCUPATION: FASHION DESIGNER
COMPANY: HONOR NYC
LOCATION: WASHINGTON SQUARE NYC
This is fashion designer Giovanna Randall with HONOR who I had
the pleasure of meeting and working with last week when I was in New York. She just had her debut collection presentation on Friday at a loft
overlooking the Hudson. I photographed all her different piece/combinations and
make-up looks that would be selected and used for the presentation. I will put a photo up of her samples. Congrats Giovanna for
launching your line. I look forward to seeing all your hard work and success. To everyone at HONOR...great work and congrats for a successful debut.
Check out PAPERMAG and FASHIONISTA for more about HONOR and the presentation.
Ive heard raves! I feel so cheated that I missed everything since I was away
visiting my children. It is a great thing to follow your dreams with such creativity
and hard work. I can't wait to wear the see-through blouse. Congratulations!
In the heart of New York's diverse neighborhoods sits the East
Village. It's filled with your quaint restaurants, little parks, artists,
coffee shops and thrift stores. Not to mention a lot of college students from
NYU. The fashion is excellent and the people are friendly and collaborative.
Rebekah and I spent a week there with my cousin and her husband in their
apartment on 2nd & 10th St. I went there on a photography job that I
will talk about in an upcoming post. Here is a photo I took on my first
night there.
Seeking out some form of isolation and alone time is what a lot of New Yorkers look for in their off time. Because there is so much going on with so many different people around, it can be distracting and hard to focus. I guess that's why I like taking pictures of isolated environments where you know people should be. It gives me that relaxing feeling without distractions and allows my mind to go places far within the photo. Compared to Portland, New York has a more collaborative community between artists, models and freelance workers. It's because most people did not originate from there and needed help to get where they are now. They recognize the joy and benefits of helping people "make it". I love that and wish people everywhere had the same mindset. Here's to the city that never sleeps. See you next time.
I love it Jared!
Next time you're here, we should have a photo field trip together! :)



