** Due to school policies the voting for the "Cutest Dog" could not take place until today so results will be posted shortly
Who's That Girl????
My name: Lisa Carpenter
My hometown: Bloomington, IL
My Style: Natural and expressive
A piece of equipment I can't part with: Photoshop..because I have just as much fun creating after the shot has been taken.
My strength in my profession is: My ability to make people feel free to express naturally.
My weakness in my profession is: Marketing me.
How I separate myself from the competition: I don't let new styles in photography dictate my style, I let the individuality of the client do that!
The perfect client is: one that trusts me when I say "relax and let's hang out"..that's when great pictures happen.
How I balance life & work: I am passionate about my family, my work and my sport..and my energy comes from my kids!
Customer service is: NECESSARY!
If not a photographer I would have been: In the skin care industry.
Something I have learned along the way: The more you try to find what represents your style, the more you realize it's a never ending process!
" Trust your gut!!! If you think a location is a little odd, but will produce a great image..go for it, don't be shy..I have had great luck with this."
Lisa's favorite image of recent.
My girlfriends think I am: Waaaay too tough on myself.
My least favorite body part: My hands, I would kill for nice piano hands.
How I spend my money: My kids, my sport and Whole Foods.
If I have the munchies I usually crave: nice and salty trail mix.
I'd prefer not to: call Starbuck's house blend coffee...A Grande drip, no room!!!!
Top 2 items in my purse: mascara and my cell phone.
Whose style do you admire: Alisha Ekstrom www.oakstreamphotography.com ..she has really grown into her own and has such a beautiful flair. Barb Uil of Jinky Art www.jinkyart.com.au ...so not your typical work, just LOVE her style.
This annoys me: People that don't realize that we ALL have room to improve
Check out Lisa's new interface at www.lisacarpenterphotography.com
Jack's Trip Around the World
John Michael Cooper is either really rich or Jack just hit the jackpot. Well Jack has enjoyed his male bonding time with JMC and is on his way to Massachusetts where he will be the guest of Alicia Williams of Cordele Photography. As you know John Michael Cooper has taken the photography industry by storm ever since bursting into the scene with his original, unique and eccentric work. Can you tell I love this guy! If you haven't seen his BLOG I encourage you to at www.altf.com
Jack is getting very popular! If you would like to meet him in person then stop by our booth at the WPPI in Las Vegas. March 24th to the 29th. If you haven't gone to this convention you must. www.wppionline.com
** I promise you we will have the must-see booth this year. Production is under way and we assure you we won't disppoint.
** If you would like to have Jack visit your hometown email me at kailee@bludomain.com
Another cute dog sent in by famous children's photographer- Audrey Woulard. His name: Bodie.
** Starting tomorrow I will begin to post visuals of Interface 27 "Rock Star" New concept won't be announced until the day before the interface launches. Rock Star debuts on Monday October 9th. $600.00 for 2 days ONLY!
Rock Star is complex, grasping, beautiful and dangerous. Rock Star will represent a new light!
We are giving away 2 FREE Interface 27's on Tuesday October 10th. NEW CONTEST: Send us a photo of you dressed in black, looking like a ROCK STAR and holding a sign written in a PURPLE marker saying your company name rocks. So for example I would write "BluDomain Rocks" you would exchange BluDomain for your company. Now dressing in black is all you need to do. If you show off a mohawk we may think you really rock or maybe some purple hair! Send us your photos by Monday October 9th at midnight to kailee@bludomain.com
SECOND CONTEST - Send us a photograph of your neighbor holding up the peace sign. Must be in black & white. Neighbor can be young or old. If you are chosen the winner you will win interface 27 and this NEW 2GB iPod Nano.
info@bludomain.com
What I'm listening to- I'm so excited!!!! I have been waiting for this CD to launch. Today is the day.
Sam's Town named after a casino in the Killers hometown of Las Vegas is utterly unique. The music owes a combined debt to U2, Bruce Springsteen, the Cars and Bob Dylan. It's agressively fast, soaring and bombastic!
Download this at www.itunes.com
Homeopathic sprays that aid in weight loss, detoxifying, brain power, acne, aging, multi-vitamins, immune booster, allergies, sleep, rejunvenation and more. If you are anti-pill like me! Then these sprays could be essential to your life, health and body! www.sprayology.com
** Another great herbal concentrate in water that will reduce your cravings! A fat-burning formula that increases your metabolism and helps you drop those unwanted pounds.
www.pureinventions.com
Fascinating interviews with athletes across the world such as 53-year-old Patricia W.
LaSalle, a triathlete and mountaineer who has climbed Mt. Kilmanjaro and Mt Elbrus in Russia. And the inspiring part is that she started most of this at the age of 40. Hallelujah there is life after 30!! Free weekly podcasts for endurance athletes at all levels. www.enduranceradio.com
** Need a new water bottle or some new yoga gear. Check out www.lululemon.com
** I picked up a copy of this intriquing book called "Hips" by photographer Patrick Roddie.
250 arresting and inspired photographs of hips! Each subject is photographed in the same exact position, but the images are varied and unique.
Great coffee table books for your studio, office or home!
www.chroniclebooks.com
This weekend my GA-GA girlfriend is having her baby shower for her first baby! And she is having a girl. She is naming her- Isabella which means "conscrated to God"
What are the top 10 names for girls this year? Emily, Emma, Madison, Olivia, Hannah, Abigail, Isabella, Ashley, Samantha and Elizabeth.
** If you love this Raspberry Truffle Kimono you will love www.emmyanddally.com
What are the 10 names for boys this year? Jacob, Michael. Joshua, Matthew, Ethan, Andrew, Daniel, William, Joseph and Christopher
How adorable are these Bear Hands for liytle boys! Made with Thinsulate to keep their hands nice and warm. $15.00 at www.pureboyclothes.com
Absoutely love these unique, ready-to-mail packaging parcels with goodies inside by Kee- Ka
Kee-Ka means baby talk in every language on this planet.
www.kee-ka.com
** I think typical "desks" are so overrated! If you are looking for some work space and sophisticated simplicity then look for dining room tables they make great desks. The best selection is at www.worldmarket.com Best part they are all under 500.00
Rock Star Launches on Monday! Unpretentious and unassuming interface 27 is a vision to behold.
** A new cocktail- pour 1.5 oz pravda vodka. 2 parts lemonade and 1 part orange juice. Shake over ice and serve on the rocks in a tall glass. Garnish with raspberries. 
