Ashlee Rene Photography

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2012-01-18T14:59:00.000-08:00

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Photographing Fireworks!

2011-07-03T21:31:00.000-07:00

Learn some basics and get some great fireworks photos! These are just some very basic tips to get you started.

What you’ll need:
A camera (duh?) Camera battery (and an extra battery) Tripod (or monopod, but I prefer a tripod) Cable release (if you have one. This is for DSLR users)

LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION
Location is everything! Get there plenty of time before dark. Try to avoid distractions in front of you and always look for “higher ground” when possible (no heads in your photos)

Set your camera’s ISO to 400:
but feel free to experiment. You can always go lower too. If going higher remember that a higher ISO will give a grainier look.

Turn the camera’s built-in flash OFF!

Point and Shoot users:
Some cameras have a fireworks setting. So if you have that give it a shot! You may even be able to use your auto mode. If you have a manual mode then follow the below steps to set your camera to it’s auto settings.

DSLR users:
Set camera to Manual mode and the f/stop to the largest setting (smallest number like 2.8 or 3.5) Set Shutter speed to Start at 1/60th then shoot at 1/30th and 1/15th and check your LCD. When you have the right exposure just keep it at that setting. You’re always better to lean towards underexposure then overexposure because the fireworks are very bright.

Autofocus?
If your camera is freaking out trying to autofocus then switch to Manual focus, Forced Infinity, or Landscape Mode. Cameras usually default to infinity, but you may miss some shots.
When to Press the shutter?: you’ll want the shutter open during the peak of the explosion. You’ll see it before you hear it (light travels faster then sound).

Using your cable release : use this to avoid camera shake. Because you are using a longer exposure the slightest movement even just pressing the shutter release will cause some blur from the camera shake. If you don’t have a cable release then press very gently and slowly.

Don’t forget about composition: If you’re watching at the beach or other water consider including the reflections. If in the city some of the landscape would be pretty to include.

Have an awesome 4th of July and take lots of pictures!

Photoshop on your Camera?

2011-04-19T19:46:00.000-07:00

LUMIX FX78

Well, not quite, but I’m sure that’s not too far from becoming a reality.

Panasonic states in the press release: "In Aesthetic mode, various effects can be applied to the face including clearing the skin texture, lifting up the face, whitening of teeth and so on. Finally, in the Make-up mode for additional effect, the color of foundation, lips, cheeks or eye-shadow can be selected."

While I don't think the quality of the retouching is going to be nearly as good as a professional's experienced touch, It's perfect for things like Facebook and Blog posting.

Read more about it at Panasonic: http://panasonic.net/avc/lumix/compact/fx78_fx77/touch.html
And a thorough independent review: http://www.dpreview.com/news/1101/11012510panasonicfx78.asp

Royal Wedding Shopping?

2011-04-18T20:32:00.000-07:00

OK ladies (I'm pretty sure it's safe to assume that only the ladies are still reading after seeing the title of this post). I'm sure that like me you are busy going thru your closet figuring out what to wear to the Royal Wedding. Of course you'll need a hat! Check out just a few of my favs from Dortheas Closet Vintage: http://www.dorotheasclosetvintage.com/HATS7.html

these are just a few of my 'Royal Worthy' favs!

Anthropologie gives us Wedding Dresses ...

2011-02-19T14:59:00.000-08:00

And suddenly single ladies everywhere suddenly NEED to get married!

I have a pure Love of vintage clothing. I have a closet full of 40's dresses and 60's and 70's era Jackets. I shopped thrift stores almost excessively in HS well before it was "cool" to do so. So why O' why couldn't I find anything like this when I got married.

For the complete collection visit www.bhldn.com

For the complete collection visit www.bhldn.com

Easter Egg Hunt!

2010-04-06T09:25:00.000-07:00

On our way to an Easter Egg Hunt I grabbed a quick photo on our way to the car! The girls LOVE these dresses and every time they see them they get a very sweet smile on their face and say"cute dress"!

Flowers and Cupcakes!

2010-03-29T23:53:00.000-07:00

Thinking about Rocco's upcoming One Year Birthday Party I was looking through photos from the twins 2 year party and thought it would be fun to post a collage. I have fun with some flower arranging so I used their party to have some fun with it. I bought yummy cupcakes from Costco and then decorated them with ribbons and various sprinkles and edible glitters. By stacking borrowed cake plates I made several fun cupcake towers. Using Lemons and Limes I added color to the food tables.

Welcome Baby Mika

2010-03-24T16:47:00.000-07:00

Meet Baby Mika 7 days old!

She's my good friend and fellow photographer Michelle's baby. Isn't she the most gorgeous little girl ever? And she is so so sweet too. Michelle and I did these together and it was such a blast.

Terra+William = Awesome Couple!

2010-03-24T16:36:00.000-07:00

I LOVE LOVE this couple! I photographed Terra and William's wedding 3.5 years ago and gained a great friendship.

I had the honor of photographing Terra's BF wedding over the weekend and took a a little break from editing her photos to edit a few from Terra and William. Seeing them in a wedding setting made me nostalgic for THEIR photos ;)

Love you guys!

Rotary Music Competition

2010-03-02T15:17:00.000-08:00

I'm so lucky to be given the opportunity to help out my good Friend Bernie and the Temecula Rotary. They have so many worthy causes and do so many wonderful things in our community. One of those is an annual Music Competition for local teenagers. The top three move on to Regional and then eventually Nationals. These were AMAZINGLY talented kids there. How lucky am I that I got to be a small part of this great event!

sneak Peak .... TWINS!

2010-03-02T15:03:00.000-08:00

This is Emma and Ryan. Have you ever see such adorable babies (that weren't your own, of course). I just want to kiss and squeeze their cheeks all day .... and those eyes ... WOW!

Sneak Peak .... TRIPLETS!

2010-03-02T14:58:00.000-08:00

Look at these GORGEOUS babies! They were just the sweetest little angels and I could have photographed then all day.
I joked at the session that my hubby is going to regret me coming to this photo shoot and snuggling these sweet babes and that it may start putting ideas in my head ;)

Paraiso en Mexico

2009-12-11T11:40:00.000-08:00

Seriously, This was the most amazing wedding and it was in Tulum, Mexico ... what a blast! I had so much fun taking these photos. Jenn and Jordan are an awesome couple. I really truly adore them. They are so fun and sweet, did I mention that I absolutely adore them? It took me awhile to narrow down photos. I still don't even have a fraction of my favs represented, so this will have to do for now :)

Burkett Family

2009-12-11T11:32:00.000-08:00

I photographed Terra and William's Wedding back in 2006 (wow! has it been that long?) and I've had a BLAST photographing Aaron's fist year. This is his one year and family session. I adore adore adore this family. Terra has become a very dear friend to me and I'm pretty sure she is my biggest fan :)

Gorgeous Mama!

2009-12-11T10:37:00.000-08:00

Heather and Ryan's Super Chic Wedding

2009-12-11T10:10:00.000-08:00

A Burst of Color At South Coast Winery

2009-12-11T09:45:00.000-08:00

2009-11-19T13:11:00.001-08:00

Presenting.....The Dolly Parton's Imagination Library Readers!!!!!

Here are some photos I took of some individuals from the community reading to kids at an elementry school.

This was sponsored by the Dolly Parton's Imagination Library and the Rotary Club of Temecula.

This program offers FREE books to children during their first 5 years of life and it's a GREAT program.

http://www.imaginationlibrary.com/
http://www.temecularotary.net/

This is Friend Bernie who is actively involved in just about EVERYTHING that is good in our community.

the Kids really enjoyed is reading and he did a wonderful job!

2009-11-19T13:10:00.002-08:00

The kids were STOKED!!

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this little girl was hilarious.

2009-11-19T13:06:00.002-08:00

This is City Councilman and former Mayor of Temecula Chuck Washington. He's also an airline Pilot as you can see in the photo. He was AMAZING with the kids!

2009-11-19T13:06:00.001-08:00

He was so very animated with his reading and the kids LOVED him! I was very impressed as well :)

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This is Officer Thomas . He was an awesome reader too and the kids were very fascinated in having a Police Officer to talk to :)

2009-11-19T13:04:00.001-08:00

LOVING officer Thomas!

2009-11-19T13:03:00.000-08:00

so cute ...

Ethan Cosio!!!

2009-09-17T20:46:00.000-07:00

Introducing ETHAN Cosio!

I photographed Melanie and Luis' wedding last year! They got to work quick and look at this gorgeous boy!!! He's so sweet and absolutely adorable. I loved every second of our session. And by the way, Melanie is already SMOKIN' hot just 3 weeks after delivery .... I hate her!

Heather and Ryan .... Engaged!!!!

2009-06-24T14:50:00.000-07:00

Heather and Ryan are such a great couple! Heather is an absolutely beautiful girl (super sweet too) and Ryan has a smile that lights up everything around him. I can't wait to photograph their wedding in August. Hayden, Ryan's son, was on hand at the e-session. He is super cute and very helpful with suggestions for some cute shots. I think he has a bright creative future maybe in photography ... You're hired Hayden!

Erin and Harden ... Married!!!

2009-06-24T11:17:00.000-07:00

Congratulations Erin and Harden!

Harden and Erin had a beautiful morning Wedding at the Summit House in Fullerton, California. It really was a magical day. I had a blast photographing them and how gorgeous is Erin, right? These are only a few of my favorite images. There are so many that I love. I'm almost done with their album and can't wait for them to see it!

Finally ... MY BLOG!

2009-06-23T19:03:00.000-07:00

By popular demand (it's about time, right?) ... I'm finally creating a blog!

Thanks for visiting my blog and feel free to check back often to see what's new!