Chootanaga, TN (aka: Chattanooga)

A little history concerning the name. I concluded that the City of Chattanooga would benefit from changing their name to Chootanaga. First of all, it sounds cooler and second, it rolls off the tongue easier. So Chootanaga it is!

Now for the actual events. I joined a photog friend Jen for a wedding gig she had this past weekend. The evening before we had a little time leading up to the rehearsal dinner to tour the city. so we strutted around and took some snaps for yours and our enjoyment.

















In Christ,
David Price
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Now Offering: Wedding Videos

Wedding videos are a great way to remember the day. While it will never replace the need for a photographer, a video of your special day, in this present time of social media networks, video is a great for sharing or reliving the day with friends and family. I focus my creative energy on the photography time of the day, its during that time when stress is most relieved. Family is enjoying themselves and the Bride and Groom are most at ease.

Here are a couple of videos that I've produced. Looking forward to more in the future. Drop me a line if you're interested in scheduling your wedding.





In Christ,
David Price
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Derek Webb - Stockholm Syndrome

Last nights agenda... filmed Derek, in concert! Here are some snaps from the evening.






In Christ,
David Price
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J Aaron Greene - Scott Kelby Guest Blogger

So my good friend, Aaron Greene from down south received recognition for his work of the Derek Webb Stockholm Syndrome video. The main interest to this video, at least from a photographers perspective, is that it was shot with the Nikon D90. Check out his whole post describing the project.Kelby Blog

In Christ,
David Price
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On the Road...

So I passed through GA yesterday meeting some incredible people while doing so. Recently became acquainted with Jen of PhotoJenik Photography - take a look! Anyway, while restricted by the everlasting downpour we managed to capture some images of an amazing couple - Anna and Josh. Here are "some" of the pix from this section of the trip.








In Christ,
David Price
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On the road...

Some work opportunities have pulled me south for the coming week and I'm currently halfway there, spending the weekend with my sister and brother-n-law in the Nashville, TN area. Had some pictures from this weekend and thought I'd share them. Enjoy!





Next stop... GA

In Christ,
David Price
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Some fun on the horizon!

Currently in contact with a "new" local indie band about a possibility of photos and ...video? Looking forward to delving into all of the creating possibilities. Keep an eye out!

Check out the band on Facebook

In Christ,
David Price
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August...

Here's the video from the August Experimental Shoot. I tell you, it's great when you have friends willing to open up their property for a group of strangers to come out and take some photos. Thanks to the Plattner's for letting us come out, we truly had a blast! Hope you enjoy the video.



In Christ,
D.Price
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September

Just completed the September shoot this past weekend. Check out the album on facebook... September Gallery. In hindsight, a theme that I saw come out was turning day into night. All of the photos are shot during the day (10a-2p). Anyway I'd love for you to leave a comment on how well you think I accomplished my digital transformation of each shot. If you're on facebook, become a fan and leave a comment. Thanks!






In Christ,
David Price
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Peirao Group

Peirao Group is been going steady for a while now and a lot of exciting things have been happening. The biggest of which was the our new name. "Peirao Group" - while visually peirao group looks cooler than "monthly experimental shoot" there were a few problems... one being pronunciation. So... to solve all problems I've created a video that should clear up all issues connected with that.

Enjoy!



I then also created a video for our July trip up to Chicago... Stay posted! August's video is coming soon.



For those living under a bush, The Peirao group is a collection of photographers that I organize a monthly experimental shoot for. The word Peirao is greek for "Try" or "Test" and that's exactly what we do at our shoots. Looks us up on facebook

In Christ,
D.Price
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Some exciting new directions...

Recently I've began walking down the road toward high production value commercial photography and love where it's taken me. Some of my idols of the industry are the likes of Chase Jarvis, Jeremy Cowart, and Joey L. I'd love to get some + and - feedback on my progress. I'm currently working on two projects one which is in the concept stages and other that's in production. The first couple images are from that.













In Christ,
David Price
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Mimes

So I got together with some friends this past weekend to test an idea I had for a photoshoot. As you've probably discovered from the title... the idea includes mimes as the main attraction.

Not huge clown fan, but mimes are a different story. There is something inherently cool about mimes, even the "fake" mimes I got to take pictures of. Check out the entire gallery and let me know what you think!

I love my job...

I get to hang out at cool houses and take pictures. I love it! Here are two jobs I just finished this week. Enjoy!




In Christ,
David Price
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I have an itch...

... to produce a music video. This has been a on going interest that managed to subside for a little while, but has since been resurrected thanks to Jeremy Cowart's new music video for Abandon's "Hold On". This particular video was shot entirely with Canon's 5D MkII.



I'm currently at the stage where I'm locating a band... and I have a few ideas that I'm going to check into. Once I find the perfect band, I'll begin building my production team. Let me know if you'd be interested in participating! I'm definitely moving forward on this.

In Christ,
David Price
Black Olive Photographic

Another home

Just got back from another incredible Landscape shoot for Stuber Land Design. I am always amazed at their work... it's great. Unfortunately... this particular home owner only gave permission to Stuber for use of the photos so I'm unable to post them for all to see. However my first job for Hoerr Building Group next Tuesday and I'm looking forward to that. I'll be doing the entire home interior and exterior. Should be a blast!

Stay posted!

In Christ,
David Price
Black Olive Studios

PCA Presents...

Mikado!

This was real treat to be able to photograph the homeschool - high school production of the "Mikado". Check out the gallery, enjoy!

Gallery






In Christ,
David Price
Black Olive Photographic

Brett & Trish

This couple had a lovely outdoor wedding at Peoria's Luthy Botanical Garden. It was a very nice setting and thankfully the weather cooperated.

Congratulations Brett and Trish, may God bless you in your new life together!






In Christ,
David Price
Black Olive Photographic
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Peirao Group Shoot

This installment of the Peirao Group Shoot is from our May excursion to the windy city of Bloomington Illinois. We have access to probably the most models we've had as well an old loft apartment currently in the process of being renovated. This deadly combination opened the doors for a great shoot with a lot of incredible results.



If you're interested in joining us for our next shoot look up the Peirao Group on facebook and become a fan to stay in the loop. If you haven't heard... The Peirao Group is the new face for the Monthly Experimental Shoots started in January by yours truly in collaboration with other great photographers.

In Christ,
David Price

Things have been happening...

We we had a first experimental shoot since the initiation of the Peirao Group. Again, another great collection of shots from everybody. Click on the picture below to view the entire gallery!



Next... I've recently met up with a group of guys who've started what they call the "Frames Collective". Basically they're a bunch of photographers interested in quality scenario photography. While they're planning a more technical shoot for later in June, we got together recently and just shot around. Click the picture below to view the entire gallery.



And continuing on... I recently completed a job for Stuber Land Design. This home was absolutely incredible. You've probably seen it before on my blog, but here are some new angles. Click on the picture below for the complete gallery.



This is the last bit which should catch me up for a short time. I got a call from a friend who is working on a project to renovate the classic "Madison Theater" in downtown Peoria. A theater which has been active up until 2002 offering the area a great concert venue. They're hoping to raise awareness and get it back in business! Click on the image for the complete gallery.



Well that's it! Signin' out for now.

D.Price

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I just received a facebook invite from a friend for "Taste by Renee". Knowing that finding a good caterer for your event can be a challenge I thought I pass their info along. Check out their facebook group!.

In Christ,
David Price

Peirao Group

Peirao - [greek] (pi-rah'-o) - def: "to test", "to attempt", assay.


Formally the Monthly Experimental Shoot, I decided our group of photographers needed something a little cooler to be called. Thus was born the Peirao Group... Our mission is the same, only the name has changed.

Mission:
The Peirao Group was created to bring photographers of all skill levels together. To try, test and share techniques.

What we do:
We don't sell anything... we are a group of enthusiastic photographers coming from every walk of life, bring our own unique perspectives to share with others. It's truly a great experience.

In Christ,
David Price

A New Avenue

This summer I'm embarking into a new area of photography – commercial landscape and architecture. This may seem strange to you those who know me as the portrait enthusiast. If my main photographic passion is taking creative portraits how did I get into home and landscapes? Well... I have a plan and together we're going to see if it plays out.

In Christ,
D.Price

New Business Cards!

Joel and Marcy

Yesterday an old Homeschool friend got married. I had the honor putting together this video of their photography session. Let me know what you think!



In Christ,
D.Price

April Experimental Shoot

Here's the vid from April's Experimental Shoot. Let me know what you think! You can see the entire album here

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March Experimental Shoot

Hey guys, March has past and with it another awesome experimental shoot. I've posted the video below, but I wanted to say little bit about the people involved. As some of you know, while I do a lot of the organization of these shoots, I can't claim sole ownership of the ideas. I was actually invited to a shoot with a Kyle Plattner in Chicago. A couple of others photographers came along... Seth Lowe and Pete Barth. Since that shoot back in January of 2008 I've met a bunch of other sweet photographers from the area. Some have made it out to the experimental shoots, some haven't.



In Christ,
David Price
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Ronald W. Reagan Society Event...

(aka: the Gorbachev Event.)


Results:

That right, It's behind me! For those who didn't know this past weekend I was hired to take pictures of a the prominent former soviet leader during his visit to Central Illinois, but more specifically his visit and support of the newly established Ronald W. Reagan Society at Eureka College. This particular society is intended to maintain the living legacy of Ronald Reagan through the work at Eureka College.

Starting at 9:30 I arrived at the college to figure out credentials and such before the ________ hit the fan. Gorbachev was planned to arrive at 11am in his motorcade. and take a brief walk through the campus, stopping momentarily at the Ronald Reagan Peace Garden and then continuing on into the Reagan Museum. This particular part went by very quickly and I must add that reporters are an interesting breed of people. I'll leave it at that.

Once we got to the museum, Gorbachev was given a private tour, private from the press, I was still allowed take photos of the event. After which Gorbachev was directed into a small room for Lunch and a phone call with Nancy Reagan. This was the coolest experience of the day. Being able to witness the conversation take place via the speaker phone and watch Gorbachev's expression changes throughout the conversation. Incredible.

The rest of the day was exciting, but nothing measured up to the telephone conversation. You can view the entire day at the link below or by simple clicking the picture above!

Gorbachev Event Gallery

In Christ,
David Price