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Washington, DC venues

©TimeLine Media - 9th floor of the Hay Adams Hotel, Washington, DC

This has been a busy week of shoots for me. I have been assisting on some events, and shooting some of my own. While assisting, I always learn new things in order to be successful as a photographer. Luck has been on my side to find great photographers in the area that like my work enough to have me shoot along with them. With  some assignments this week, I have been to some of the nicest venues in the area. Washington, DC, being a city of decision making power, is the site of many conferences, events, and weddings. I have taken for granted so many of the things around here being a native of the area. So it has been nice to appreciate the opportunity to photograph many familiar landmarks from new angles. If it was only nicer weather this weekend, I may have been inspired to go out again. Oh, and I have to visit my mother.

©TimeLine Media - Gaylord Hotel at the National Harbor
Gaylord Hotel at the National Harbor ©TimeLine Media
©TimeLine Media - The US Capitol Building from the Newseum 7th floor terrace
The US Capitol Building from the Newseum 7th floor terrace ©TimeLine Media
©TimeLine Media - 9th floor of the Hay Adams Hotel, Washington, DC
9th floor of the Hay Adams Hotel, Washington, DC ©TimeLine Media

Next door to the Hay Adams are other buildings with terrific views of the White House. There were lots of cameras and tents for television production setup permanently, but I did not see anyone broadcasting at the time. Now I know where all those “Reporting from Washington” views are filmed! I would be so distracted all the time if my outdoor view was Lafayette Park, the White House and the Washington Monument.

©TimeLine Media - 9th floor of the Hay Adams Hotel, Washington, DC
©TimeLine Media – 9th floor of the Hay Adams Hotel, Washington, DC

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D.C. Photographers at the National Harbor

Last Wednesday, I was fortunate to participate in a meeting of DC Photographers. On this occasion some local wedding and portrait photographers met at the newly built National Harbor in Maryland. This was my first trip to the beautiful development. Additionally, it the first time I met some of the photographers that are in the area.

DC Photographers GTG at National Harbor

It was organized by Armin Defiesta – who was generous with his time and advice to get this thing organized. I listened to their experiences with other products and marketing techniques that I hope will help me in my photography career. We had a model, Maggie, who had patience to pose for so many of us. Of course, the camera did get turned on many of the photographers as well.

DC Photographers GTG at National Harbor

While we were spending the afternoon there, I heard about the business side of photography from many perspectives. Up until this time, I did not realize how little I have reached out to others in the industry. It was eye opening and encouraging to get my name out there!

Thanks, Armin for letting me join you! The DC photographers I met were so talented and willing to share ideas. I can’t wait for the next GTG!

DC Photographers GTG at National Harbor

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