BR Photography

Bikes Blues and BBQ 2011

2011-10-30T22:25:00.001-05:00

Every year a motorcycle rally is held in the Northwest Arkansas area. Thousands of bikers come here from all over for the Bikes Blues and BBQ. Here are some of the images I took at this years event. More images can be found at http://www.brfoto.com/.

Did I mention there was a bikini contest?

Photography Lesson Christmas Special

2010-12-10T20:26:00.004-06:00

From now until the end of 2010, I am offering a special deal on photography lessons. Get 3 lessons for $90. That is a 10% savings. This would make a perfect gift for yourself or a loved one who wants to learn about photography or photoshop. If you have a studio space, I can also give studio lessons. Buy now and get a gift certificate to give on Christmas day. Private lessons are tailored to the individual students needs and existing knowledge. Lessons only available in the NW Arkansas area. Email me to purchase or with questions.

Prairie Grove Battlefield Park Reenactment

2010-12-08T01:23:00.000-06:00

On Sunday, December 5, I went to shoot the Battle of Prairie Grove Reenactment with my photography group, Photographic Society of Northwest Arkansas (PSNWA.org). Prairie Grove State Park hosts Arkansas's largest battle reenactment biennially in even-numbered years during the first weekend of December.

The Battle of Prairie Grove was on December 7, 1862. It was the last time the two armies of faced each other for supremacy in northwest Arkansas. The Confederate army withdrew from Prairie Grove on the night of December 7, leaving Missouri and northwest Arkansas in Union hands. The battle resulted in about 2,700 casualties in a day of fighting.

The battle was named after the Prairie Grove Church, which was used as a hospital after the battle. The town of Prairie Grove was established in 1888. Prairie Grove is also my home town.

Here are a few of photos I took.

Picher, OK shoot

2010-02-14T16:19:00.006-06:00

Last week I went to Picher, OK with my photography group, Photographic Society of Northwest Arkansas (PSNWA.org). Picher, OK was the site of lead and zinc mining. Due to the mining, the ground water is contaminated and there is the possibility of mine cave ins. These have caused much of the population to be evacuated (there are a few hold outs) under the Tar Creek Superfund. Picher was also hit by a tornado in 2008. The tornado and the evacuation have left the town looking like a ghost town. Most of the buildings are falling apart. Many of the buildings have been burned. The government is working on bulldozing the buildings. Picher's neighbor Cardin, OK is following suit also due to mining. Soon there won't be anything left of these two towns except the memories of their former residents and the photos photographers like myself have taken.

NWA Roller Derby

2010-01-26T05:43:00.002-06:00

Last Saturday, Jan. 23, 2010, I went to the Starlight Skatium in Fayetteville, AR to shoot the NWA Roller Derby. The bout was the Arkansas Killbillies vs. the Memphis Hustlin' Rollers. This was the first roller derby I have ever shot or for that matter even attended. It was a good time, very fun and very fast paced. Here are a few of the images from the bout. More of the images can be found on my website at http://www.brfoto.com/.

Photography Lessons

2010-01-13T18:33:00.001-06:00

I have been teaching others photography for years. While I lived in Chicago I tought classes for both Triangle Camera and The Discovery Center. I also have had numerous private lesson clients in Chicago and here in Northwest Arkansas. I tailor private photography lessons to my client's needs, existing knowledge and skills. I teach basic, intermediate and advance photography, shooting in a photography studio and using Photoshop classes. If you are a beginner who just picked up your first camera or an advanced amateur and want to learn more about the art of photography or just to take better pictures of your kids or are planning on becoming a professional photographer, contact me now to start improving your skills.

I am currently offering lessons for $100 for 3 sessions. All session run from 1 to 2 hours long. Sign up for lessons and say you saw my blog and get a 4th session for free. Sign up with a friend(s) and get a group discount.

Photography or Photoshop lessons can be taught at my studio in Springdale, at your home or at a public location such as a coffee shop. Studio lessons are taught at my studio in Springdale or at your studio. For Photoshop lessons, you must have your own computer with either Elements or CS3/4.

Photographic Society of Northwest Arkansas

2010-01-02T14:18:00.002-06:00

I belong to a local photography group called Photographic Society of Northwest Arkansas (PSNWA). I'm the Gallery/Exhibits Chair on the board. It is a great organization with photographers from all over Northwest Arkansas as well as members from other parts of Arkansas, from Oklahoma and from Missouri. We have photographers who have various skill levels; anywhere from working pros to those who just picked-up a camera for the first time. Everyone is willing to help out others by passing down their knowledge. We have monthly meetings with guest speakers, classes, photo shoots and field trips. If you have an interest in photography whether as a hobbiest, advanced amateur or professional, stop by and take a look at our web site.

A New Year - Time to start a blog

2010-01-01T20:44:00.001-06:00

It's a new year so it is a time to start the blog I have been planning on doing for some time. A little about me, I'm a photographer from the Northwest Arkansas area. My company is BR Photography. I have been in photography for over 16 years. I shoot weddings, senior high school pictures, model portfolios, actor headshots, sports, events, nature/wildlife and just about anything else that needs a photographer to capture a moment. This past year I started photographing mixed martial arts (MMA) fights in my local area. It has been a lot of fun, and I made some new friends. If you find yourself in the need for a quality photographer, don't forget BR Photography. Also, I teach photography to anyone who wants to learn how to use their camera better. Photoshop lessons are also available. More information and a portfolio can be viewed at http://www.brfoto.com/.