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Tuesday, November 13, 2012

The Flip Side–New York, NY

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What’s a photographer to do when she has to get her photo taken?  Panic!  (What should I wear? Do I need a haircut? Why is my hair so blonde? Why didn’t I work out more this summer?) Instead of taking my own advice to portrait clients, I wore white! and black! and horizontal stripes!  But I felt ok about it, because I was in good hands with my high school buddy/soccer teammate/superstar photographer, Malcolm Brown. Mac is quite a talent and luckily agreed to do some shots for my website, blog, and marketing.  I wanted them to be sort of casual, fun, and candid…just very “me.” The shoot took place at his Brooklyn studio which is housed in the very cool Invisible Dog Art Center.  In a dreamworld, I’d have a studio in this great co-op type place.  (In this fantasy, all of the artists hang out, sip coffee, and inspire each other all day long, though I’m pretty sure that never happens.)

I’d been tense about having a headshot taken.  Maybe it even brings back a little anxiety caused by the dreaded “Facebook” at my high school.  Yes, it was really called that.  The Facebook could make or break your entire year, and I still cringe about my freshman year photo…trying to hide braces? Never a good idea!  But unlike the student facebook, a college i.d. photo, or a dreaded DMV license image, in this situation we were able to take several images and choose my faves.

Being in front of the camera was a refreshing experience; it put me back into the shoes of my clients.  I’ll admit, it can feel a little awkward!  Here are a few behind the scenes shots, including my glam time in front of the big fan! Check out the final choices on the About Me section of this page.

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Malcolm - November 13, 2012 - 6:06 pm

Yes, actually, all we do is sip coffee and collaborate. :) Thanks for the kind mention Sarah! Your website is looking pretty sizzling.

Friday, November 9, 2012

Fine Art Friday–Nature’s Other Side

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Mother Nature has shown her ugly side in the past 10 days, so I thought today’s post could remind us of her beauty as well.  I love the pattern and detail you can find in something as simple as a flower stem or a hydrangea leaf…you just have to look.  Happy Friday.

Tomorrow I’ll be heading up to my alma mater, Amherst, in search of Bueno, Antonio’s, and victories galore.  Cheers!

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Thursday, November 8, 2012

Bragging Rights–New York, NY

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It’s almost Thanksgiving (really!) which means I’m crazed here creating holiday cards, albums, and gifts!  There is nothing better than gifting images to your loved ones.  Over the next few weeks, I’ll be featuring a few great products that I’m offering to clients to share their photographs this holiday season.

Today’s Gift of the Day: Brag Book
Specs: 18″ x 5″ (when open)
-Accordion fold, with ribbon, 10 photos (4 on front, 6 on back, all vertical or all horizontal)
-Press printed on superfine Mohawk paper.
-Fabric cover in your choice of: Black, Brown, Navy, Green, Purple, Red, Orange, Khaki, or Gray.

This won’t surprise those who know me well, but this item had me at the grosgrain ribbon.  A pocketful of fun, these books are properly titled–perfect for bragging!  Every grandparent adores them.  My mom loves to carry around pictures of her grandchildren to show everyone, and this is a simple, classic, beautiful way to keep those photos safely in your purse.

These are also great for brides and parents looking to step it up from just showing images on their iPhone.  The accordion fold makes them portable and ready to share at any moment. Get bragging!!

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The BEST Last Minute Gift–New York, NY » Sarah Greig Photography - December 20, 2012 - 12:24 am

[...] and can be used toward photo sessions or any products–albums, cards, prints, digital negatives, brag books, or [...]

Tuesday, November 6, 2012

V-O-T-E and H-E-L-P–New York, NY

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It’s been a long week since the storm and NYC is still getting back on our feet, but many took a pause today to get out and vote.  Kudos to Governor Cuomo for signing an executive order that allows NY’ers to vote at any polling place in NY State.  Some great kids who had today off from school–again–for election day, went up and down our long voting line selling coffee and baked goods while repeatedly shouting “to benefit Hurricane Sandy’s victims!!” (repeat).  It was nice to see.

There was a flurry of volunteerism over the weekend and a strong feeling of the community pulling together.  One place where I tried to lend a hand had so many volunteers that I was turned away.  But many city residents are still out there without heat or power, it’s getting colder, and we’ve got a storm on the way.  If you are still looking for ways to help, here are some ideas:

LOCAL:
Check here for various places to donate and volunteer.
The JCC near us stopped accepting warm clothes on Sunday, but most donation places are still in need of: batteries, lanterns, toiletries (think toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant, shampoo), baby items (formula, baby food, onesies, diapers, wipes), new socks, new underwear, and cleaning supplies. Also needed are new sleeping bags in packaging, new hats and gloves—the kind people can wear to sleep in.

Try to follow these helpful tips if donating clothes.

FROM AFAR:
Donate to: The Food Bank of New York, who has set up an emergency fund for the disaster.
The American Red Cross or donate $10 by text-messaging the word REDCROSS to 90999.
Mayor’s Fund to Advance New York City or donate $10 by text-messaging the word NYCFUND to 50555.  Donations will support immediate needs, including distribution centers in the city where people can get food, water, blankets, and hygiene supplies. One hundred percent of the funds will go to relief efforts and organizations. The fund will also go toward long-term restoration.

Some moms in my neighborhood have also set up registries for friends of theirs who live in the affected neighborhoods and lost everything.  One woman was evacuated by raft from her home with her 2 yr old daughter and newborn son.  If you would like to directly help this family, please visit http://www.diapers.com/baby-registry/148081/Yois-Molano.

Off to watch the election results.  Fingers and toes crossed to move FORWARD.

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Friday, November 2, 2012

What a Long Strange Week It’s Been–New York, NY

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Photo Credit: Charles Sykes, AP

I’m taking a break from Fine Art Friday today to share a few thoughts on the last week, which was bizarre to say the least.

I feel lucky.  Lucky that my family is alive, healthy, and safe.  Prior to the storm, a family in our neighborhood experienced a horrific tragedy in which they lost two of their three children.  I cannot begin to imagine their loss.  I can’t stop thinking about it–I think about it when I put my daughter to bed, when I walk her around the neighborhood, and when I give her a bath, and I vow not to take my time with her for granted.

With our community still reeling from this murder, Superstorm Sandy roared into the area and left parts of our city in shambles.  Aside from losing many trees and subway service, our neighborhood fared very well because we are on high ground.  Luckily, we still have power, water, and heat.  Most stores have reopened, though the parks remain closed.  But the devastation elsewhere is unbelievable.  I give credit to the photojournalists who braved the elements to record the storm and its aftermath–their images are unreal.  My heart goes out to the 75 people who lost their lives, to the many who lost their homes, and to those who are still in the dark.  I’m not sure how I got so lucky, but I’m grateful.

Here are a few before/during/after iPhone snaps.  Here’s to hoping next week is a little closer to normal.

Left: My friend’s house in Westport, Ct, first high tide on Oct. 29th.  Right: My friend’s street in Brooklyn, second high tide on Oct. 29th.

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