Saying Goodbye To Patti
I wanted to take a moment and share something personal. I recently learned my friend and mentor in photography Patti Bose has passed away from cancer. I learned of the news from a Facebook post right before Thanksgiving. I’ve spent the last few days processing everything and digging through old photographs. I wanted to say goodbye to Patti by sharing some memories. Patti was a part of my earlier life when I lived in Orlando, Florida. With a 12-year difference in age, I looked up to her as an idol and a mentor. It’s been more than 20 years since we spent time together. I still remember her beautiful smile,…
What’s in my camera bag?
I have been a commercial photographer for more than 25 years and have changed gear many times since the days of film. I am often asked what’s in my camera bag for location work and what is the best gear to buy. We all have mixed needs depending on what and how we shoot so I wanted to share the different aspects of gear in my camera bag when shooting on-location assignments. I was slow to jump into digital many moons ago due to the cost and the fact that I primarily shoot in manual mode. I hate the ever-changing technical aspect of digital technology because it is expensive and…
Made In America: Mary Elizabeth Long
She has started creating jewelry from the dyes collected using metal clay, it allows her to recreate ancient looking talismans and amulets.
Eight Days of Ecuador…Day 8
Photographer Sheri Oneal shares her eight days of Ecuador photography travel abroad class with students. This last day, as they leave Guayaquil, she reflects on the culture, the people, and the week of travel in Ecuador.
Eight Days of Ecuador…Day 7
Photographer, Sheri Oneal, shares her eight days of Ecuador photography travel abroad class with students leaving the Saianada hotel, visiting a Bahia de Caraquez open air market, stopping at Montecristi before returning to Guayaquil on the last night at the Manso Boutique Guesthouse Hotel.
Eight Days of Ecuador…Day 6
Photographer, Sheri Oneal, shares her eight days of Ecuador photography travel abroad class with students exploring Bahía de Caráquez Sri Sathya Sai Baba School, the neighborhoods, mangroves, Canoa, and other coastal towns nearby.
Eight Days of Ecuador…Day 5
Photographer, Sheri Oneal, shares her eight days of Ecuador photography travel abroad class with students exploring Bahía de Caráquez, Saiananda Hotel, a 135-year-old turtle, a 45-year-old sloth, Sendero los Caimanes, San Vicente, and a sunset at the Gad Municipal de San Vicente.
Eight Days of Ecuador…Day 4
Photographer, Sheri Oneal, shares her eight days of Ecuador photography travel abroad class with students exploring Puerto Lopez, Manabi Province, the Patacon Pisao Restaurant, Isla de la Plata, blue-footed booby’s, Saiananda Hotel, & Tibetan singing of the bowls.
Eight Days of Ecuador…Day 3
Photographer, Sheri Oneal, shares her eight days of Ecuador photography travel abroad class with students exploring Montanita, Hotel Rosa Mistica, Ruta de Sol, Santuario Blanca Estrella del Mar, Manabi beach, ceviches carts, Agua Blanca museum, Cabanas Playa Sur Hotel & Puerto Lopez.
Eight Days of Ecuador…Day 2
Photographer, Sheri Oneal, shares her eight days of Ecuador photography travel abroad class with students exploring Guayaquil, Ecuador, LEXA art college, Parque Seminario, Montanita, Hotel Rosa Mistica & the nightlife.
