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FOCUS on PRIDE: PRIDE IN PHILLY

There is pride in the things you do. The things you accomplish in life from as minute as putting up a shelf to painting something of substance. But then there is the pride of being YOU. There are evils among us that try to strip us of our self pride to identify who we know, not just feel, we are. We took my son to his first pride parade. And though he is 1, he is a sponge. Look at the world that was and will be tomorrow. And remember. Love is Love. It's not bred it's in us and that cannot be taken away with legistlation or intimidation.

FOCUS ON: A walk in the park @ Schuylkill River Trail

There are times when I like to go out on my own and just see what catches my eye/interest/query. Yesterday I found myself walking from Jefferson station to the State house with nothing to capture my interest. I was tired, hungry and losing interest. But before I can completely lose interest I found my feet taking me to 30th st. station and alas Schuylkill River Trail was right below me. So many times I've passed by it and never once taken the stares below to walk it. My eye started to take on a child like interest in simple things in my surroundings. Color, shapes, contrast. Then later on to find myself sitting for 30 min shooting a few skaters at the skate park at the end of the trail. It was a fun trip while it lasted. But my interest started racing and my eyes started noticing other things and the mere design and small architectural features while on the platform waiting on my train. It was a great day indeed.

Schuylkill River Trail ©FOCUS by alessandro 2017

Schuylkill River Trail skate park ©FOCUS by alessandro 2017

30th st station ©FOCUS by alessandro 2017

FOCUS ON: Newborn photography session

Traveled to North Andover, MA Theia Studios for a newborn photography workshop. My need to expand my horizons and become a better photographer and serve my community. The workshop was taught by Paula Swift. She has been in the business for 15 yrs.

Things that I learned was patience, attention to detail, care and form a relationship with the client. All concepts I have adopted to my own business model , whether it be wedding clients, bar/bat mitzvah clients, etc.

Overall the workshop was not just helpful but q/a session with Paula Swift added more to my toolbox.

#newbornphotography #newborn #newbornworkshop #theiastudios

The difference between this show and the NYFW A-list $150+ shows is inspiration. This is a show that welcomed hundred at no charge to look at pieces of art on a human form. Inspires and opens minds to be stylist, photographers, fashionistas, designers, reporters or even fine art models. 4-5hrs of experiencing non-stop music, cheers , smiles and visual pleasantries speaks volumes. This fashion show has certainly won my admiration and hope to see more.

#foth2016 #fabulousdarlingfabulous #nycfashion #fashion

FOCUS ON: Warminster Symphony Orchestra @ Ivyland Commons, PA

#Warminster #Orchestra #music #park #summer