Self-portrait taken by Alison Copeland
BluDomain News
** New Photo Contest ... now we love feedback and this contest is an idea from a fan of Blu's Blog! " A jump shot" self-portrait. Now this is very creative and I imagine takes a little planning. Send us your shot in the air and you could WIN 2 1-hour massages (we imagine you will need this after this shot) Send your shot to info@bludomain.com
Contest ends August 24th
** ** New Photography Contest. We want to see BRIDES. The bride must be the only subject in the photo. We are looking for your best bride!! Contest ends on August 24th. What do you win? You win center and off-centered frames from (2 8x10 frames and one 5x7 frame) These are the BEST frames for any home or workspace. Total value over $190.00
. Send your entry to info@bludomain.com
check the frames out at www.roomandboard.com
** " We got some of everything" Interface 25 debuts on Monday. Visuals only. (No VIP screenings, we have had some interesting bribes)
** BluDomain's finalizing our Limited Edition of tees. Think McDonald's Happy Meal Prizes. Once they are gone they are gone. If you are spotted wearing one, you may win Interface 26. Details soon..
** Would you like to WIN interface 25? Starting on Monday you have 2 weeks to RENOVATE your health. Start planning now as you MUST start on Monday. Take a shot of yourself in work-out clothes (a frontal only) and then you must eliminate ALL SUGAR from your diet for 2 weeks. On the final day you will take a photo again. Our favorite Renovated body wins. We need proof so don't forget to hold up the local newspaper. Don't cheat this is serious business. Sugar is the ENEMY. We also want to know how you feel! Send the "before shots" to info@bludomain.com
Photographer of the Year 2006
** BluDomain has collected a years worth of data. Anytime someone mentioned another photographer in a "good way" we put a star next to their name. We finalized the list and it was obvious who other photographers admired, were inspired by, looked up to, and bragged about. Now just because you didn't make this years list doesn't mean you weren't on our "Stardom Map" The map was continuous and lit up our office, we used metallic stars. We had to cut the list and that is always hard however we are very happy with the results.
Now it's your turn to be inspired as I interviewed each one of them. Same interview different day. At the end.. you will VOTE BluDomain's 2006 Photographer of the Year. That photographer will win a $500.00 cash prize and more but most importantly the prestigious title of being Blu's Photographer of the Year 2006 and of course the trophy will be presented.
Every day join us on the Blu carpet as we unveil our next nominee!! Today's "superstars" are Dave and Quin Cheung
My name: Quin Cheung
How long have you been a photographer? 4 years
Where I live... Calgary, Alberta
A piece of equipment that I could never part with.. Dave
What advice do you have for photographers that are just getting started.. strive to find your niche, don't just do what everyone else is doing!
Something that is overrated.. Photoshop.. when used to compensate for shoddy photography
A helpful tip that has been useful.. garbage in- garbage out!
What I know.. I am in love with what I do
What I know now that I didn't know then.. you don't need the high-end bride to get high-end wedding sales
A vendor or product that has helped me grow... large wall prints have enabled us to sell the epic images we are known for, and encourages us to grow in finding and creating these shots.
I'm in awe of.. female photographers who can shoot a whole day in heels
The hardest part of photographing is.. trying to kick Dave's ass when we shoot together.
A single contributing factor to my success... God
How long have you been a photographer? Our first paying gig was 4 years ago. Went full-time in September 2005
Where I live: Calgary, Alberta CANADA
A piece of equipment that I could never part with... Gerber Multitool (Quin gave it to me as gift 10 years ago when we were dating) Has gotten me outta more binds then I care to recall
What advice do you have for photographers who are just getting started? Go sell diamonds or wait tables; Educate yourself in how to get people to open up, smile and like you. You can always learn the nuts and bolts of camera widgets later.
Something that is overrated.. targeting the "High End" bride
A helpful tip that has been useful.. It's always better to be a human being than a human doing.
What I know.. that I have a LOT to learn in life, and am really really blessed to be doing what I'm doing for a living
What I know now that I didn't know then.. people will throw money at me if I can make them fall in love with themselves, my work and me.
A vendor or product has helped me grow... Flashes (like Canon 550 and 580ex's) Been going on a lighting craze this year.
I'm in awe of... my brother, Ace and his wife Cecilia. He's a doctor; she's an MBA. They've been called to become missionaries and they're leaving with their two young girls for Niger, Africa in September to state a traveling medical mission. Humbling and keeps me grounded in reality and what really matters in life. http://cheung.sunergo.net
The hardest of photographing is.. holding the light or reflector for Quin while I know she's kickin my ass and getting killer shots.
A single contributing factor to my success.. Grace of God
When we first started off, we were given the opportunity to shoot with and learn from a very gracious and giving local wedding photographer. I used to always ask him, "Why are you always helping us out?" His reply: "You can never out-give God." Words I live by.
Quin's favorite image of recent
Quin's personal interview:
What I do to unwind.. pillowfight with my boys
My weakness is... shopping during sale season
Something that I have never done.. had professional pictures taken with my family
Where you'll find me on a Thursday night at 7 p.m... pillowfighting my 3 and 1 year-old
3 adjectives to describe me... cookies, chocolate and fudge
I'm addicted to... shopping
Dave's favorite image of recent
Dave's personal interview
What I do to unwind.. watch my boyz. Tobi (3) and Levi (1) play
My weakness is.. my wife. I need her am defined by who she is to me and I to her. She is my strength
Something I have never done.. out-drank Quin
Where you'll find me on a Thursday night at 7 p.m... finishing up dinner, working on the computer and sneaking in into my bedroom to pillowfight with my boys.
3 adjectives to describe me.. geeky. clutzy. loud
I'm addicted to.. my wife Even though we work, live and play together every day, I can't get enough of her.
Get to know Dave and Quin at www.dqstudios.com
Blu's Daily Blog Finds
** Looking to live a longer, happier, and healthier life? Try honey (it's a natural antibiotic), toss out that can opener, take a nap in the middle of the day (say good-by to heart attacks) This book is so easy to read and it's beyond informative. These are only a few of the hundred tips profiled in Secrets of Longevity- a simple, no- nonsense approach to living longer. Dr. Maoshing Ni, doctor to Hollywood stars and a master in longetivity $12.20 at www.barnesandnoble.com
** What I'm listening to
While I'm not a big fan of Jewel her performance on Jimmy Kimmel this week was stellar. Download Good Day off her new CD Goodbye Alice in Wonderland
** If you love cats you may enjoy this website www.stuffonmycat.com
** Do you have dreads? Check out Knotty Boy. What a great product, the result of need. Knotty Boy helps dreads come together quickly, stay clean and healthy. They offer everything you need including wax, shampoos, tarns, dread combs and more. www.knottyboy.com
** If your dog loves to roam then pick up a Global Pet Finder. By entering an address and size into this GPS device, you set up a virtual fence in which your dog is free to wander. Fences can be any size and location can easily be changed. Your dog wears a collar with a transmitter, if your dog leaves the area, you get an alert every minute on your cell phone, pda or computer tracking your dog's location. www.globalpetfinder.com Your poor dog Jack will not be able to wander down the street to visit Lucy anymore.
College kids love the colorful and playful line Victoria's Secret Pink . Fresh, fun and free-spirited this line caters to the 18-to-22-year-old clientele. Well I love this fall's collection- lots of lounging sweats, thermal boxsies, graphic sweats and hoodies. Personally age isn't a factor for me this stuff is smokin' hot!
** Need to nourish your body? These whipped creams from Body Bakery look delicious. Unfortunately they are not edible however they smell so good! Take time to pamper yourself. Choose from scents Angel Cake, Birthday Cake, Wedding Cake and more non cake flavors. (can you tell I'm craving cupcakes?) www.thebodybakery.com
the new MODERN Gnome!
Okay I love these gnomes! So BluDomain is purchasing this must-have toy of the year. So graphically hip. The Gnome will travel the world. If you would like to have Blu's Gnome in your life for one week e-mail me at kailee@bludomain.com You will receive the gnome via UPS. Send me a daily image of Blu's Gnome in your daily activities. After a week you will ship him via UPS (in a crate we provide and pay for) to his next destination. www.vitaminliving.com
What a beautiful couple and fantastic interview. They don't need to say they love each other, it's clearly evident.
My question on those beautiful wedding photos...was that a model or a REAL bride in the water with her wedding dress?
Posted by: ieatcrayonz | August 03, 2006 at 08:43 AM
Hi Crayon-Fetish-Person :)
Awww shucks ... thanks for the compliment!
Re: Bride in water. Yup: real bride . real wedding day . real water. Quin had planted seeds earlier that day about taking the dive, and the bride went for it :)
Never underestimate your clients ... or the power of suggestion ;)
Blessings and peace ...
d
Posted by: Dave Cheung | August 03, 2006 at 11:45 AM