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
Black Olive Photographic
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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
www.blackolivestudios.com

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
www.blackolivestudios.com

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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"Taste by Renee is a gourmet food and catering service in Central Illinois, specializing in brunches, weddings, dinners, cocktail and holiday parties. We provide customized menus to fit your event. Our services allow you to enjoy your event while we take care of the details."

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

D.Price

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
Black Olive Photographic
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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

A Big Event

Hello, just wanted to share some cool news. After getting back from a meeting in Eureka Illinois I found out that I will be the "official" photographer for the Mikhail Gorbachev event. Along with this title comes a lot of responsibility, as you can imagine. If you're not familiar with the event you can check out the details here >> Eureka College This event will span, roughly, a 12 hour period. From 10 am to 10 pm. So without saying anything else, it will be a long day requiring a lot of stamina.

In Christ,
David Price

Nikon D90

I'm in the process of looking at the pros and cons of upgrading to a Nikon D90 later on spring. As a photographer, this camera offers some nice upgraded features from its predecessor the D80. However, I'm also looking at it with some hopes that it would be able to double for some video projects as well. It is well known in my circles that the D90 shoots video. It is also well known that it has it's limitations. While I won't bore you with the details I have found a couple of video's online which demonstrate the D90s video function.

Take a look and let me know what you think

This first video's B-footage was shot with the D90 other footage such as the interviews I believe were shot with another camera.

Unbreakable Glass from Carl Merriam on Vimeo.

This is another cool vid that shows off the Nikon D90s video capabilities.

Paris - D90 from SPP on Vimeo.


This video was shot entirely on the D90. But that's missleading, they had a few camera add-ons that I wouldn't able to afford.

Doug Burr's "Should've Known" from Jon Todd Collins on Vimeo.

And yet another cool D90 Vid!


Let me know what you think!

D.Price

eCommerce instituted

For an event coming up, the client requested that I provide the capability for their guest to purchase event photos. with 1000 guest the traditional method (email) would not be cool. I did some looking around and found the eCommerce solution I'm planning on going with. Zenfolio.com, You can view my account at blackolivestudios.zenfolio.com. I currently have one test album up, but you're are more than welcome to purchase any of the photos if you feel so inclined.

Anyway, I would love some feedback on this new addition to the Black Olive Photographic web family. Let me know!

In Christ,
D.Price