Hmm, Food Photography as a passion, a career, new blogs!
I do not know how and why I was led to a really wonderful blog focusing on food photography this bright Sunday morning but it sparked something in me. A month or two ago a client suggested that I look into food photographyas a possible next step, a career. I thought about it for a minute and did not give it any more thought as I love interior design, etc.Today, however I’m giving it a lot of thought. It all started this morning when my fingers led me to this sweet little blog, it’s called Butter Sugar Flower It’s so refreshing. As I read some of her posts I became nostalgic over the times my mother would back cakes on Sundays or any day that she felt like it and she’d always and still does, let me lick the bowl. Thanks Mom!
Another blog that I discovered today is MattBites This is a warm-hearted blog. You can feel the love that this wild and crazy guy has for his profession as a Food Photographer. Actually he’s worked in other creative fields, but here he focuses on food, the business of food photography and his life. Very nice indeed.
Now there are other great blogs under the Food category on my blog but this one in particular is quite informative. Here you will learn about lighting, licensing, bokeh (just learned about this seconds ago) gear, composition, etc. I mean, it’s really great advice and insight into the world of food photography and food styling. Great photos as well.
Oh! It’s name is Still Life With Check it out!
If you know of any more websites, blogs that you find interesting that delve into the world of food photography and styling, please let me know, let everybody know. Share the love!
I will take cooking classes in Thailand and I really hope that I’ll take pictures of dishes that will make your mouth water, if I don’t eat them first that is.
Be happy, everyone!
Yoga Goddess: Ebb and Flow
It’s been a while since I’ve written anything about my Yoga Goddess. This past month, I don’t know why, but I’ve been having a little trouble getting to the studio. Earlier this month I preferred to leave work, run home, take a long shower and curl up with a book. Part of it was and still is my preoccupation of what my next step will be, especially here in Seoul.
Do I continue teaching full time when all that I want to do and be is work and be known as a talented photographer? Can I make a great living as a photographer here if I stay or elsewhere in the world? Do I take a chance and move back to the States to those that I love most and to someone that loves me?
Big question: What the hell will I do if and when I ever move back to the States? You see, I told you that I’ve been preoccupied. So, instead of attending class everyday like I’ve been doing for almost 5 months now, I’ve decided that this month I would attend 3 times a week. However this month I’ve been waking up at 4 30AM to do my sun salutations, stomach exercises, etc, to make up for being away from class and Yoga Goddess.
I guess this is just an ebb and flow time in my life. I’m asking myself some serious questions, the desire to be near people that I love is quite strong and opportunities for growth in my photography here are incredible! Life is flowing so well here that I think if I move, I may lose momentum.
Do any of you know of any techniques: meditation, deeper breathing, that may help me to answer these questions or better yet, let the answers come to me?
I thank you in advance.
Great News!
Hello!
It’s Saturday morning here and I’m about to go to my favorite joint for some dolsot bibimbap and write some articles for a magazine and a couple of newspapers back home. What’s Bibimbap = Delicious food, A warm hug from God. Ha! I wasn’t joking.
I have great news! I sent out an email to great photographer here in Seoul, hoping to intern at his studio as I need to know to know more about photography. Sure, I was thinking of taking courses but most are in Korean (makes sense), there were a few that were being taught in English but I needed something more long term, up close and personal. I learn better from seeing and listening to my teacher face to face.
Well, perfect timing (his words, not mine) worked in my favor and a wonderful opportunity has been extended to me! Very soon I will learn not only about the technique of photography but also the business, and everyday life of a well known photographer. I’m on cloud 9!
Here’s a little photo taken and it feels like a little composite of my life, the way it is now and the way, I guess, it’s always been. I like it but someone is missing…(Big Smile)
Have a great weekend!
The Week in Review, I know how this dog feels
This dog and I had a moment of silence together that I will never forget. It actually let me snap away, no barking, growling, just peaceful. I really didn’t want to leave it alone. I think that I may look like this when I dream of being alone on a beach in Thailand.
I really do know how this dog feels. Isn’t he or she beautiful?
Thank God I got through it! I hardly EVER say that at the end of a week or day or situation as I usually accept what is being asked of me and roll with the punches. I’m usually better for it when it’s over, but for some reason this week was a bit like riding my bike, exerting too much force only to only to realize that I was 30 minutes from home and the air pressure in my back tire was low. Vous comprenez?
It took all that I had to not scream at the end of a class. I think that I’m just over this cold weather, and teaching full time. In short, I need a break. I need the sun! I’ll be in Thailand on vacation! I plan to take cooking lessons in Chiang Mai (any tips?), eating every beautiful dish that I see, and getting massages like there’s no tomorrow!
You know that I”ve been getting facials every two weeks and now I think that I’m ready to have bi-weekly body massages in Seoul, because I’m Felicia and I’m worth it! Ha! If you know of any great places for massage in Seoul, please share with me and the rest of the family here.
What do you do to relax? Massage? Cook? Meditate?
I just can’t get enough: Chairs
Lately, I’ve been paying very close attention to chairs.
In my opinion, a chair must first and foremost be comfortable.
If they also come in exquisite colors, shapes and textures, that’s just icing on the cake.
Who are some of your favorite furniture designers? Here some that have caught my eye.
I’m a lucky lady.
They were ready for their closeups: The Orchids of Yangjae
This one strangely looks as if he’s trying to run!
I’m ready for Spring. How about you?
The weather finally turned warmer today. Who knows how long it will last but it gives me hope that Spring is just around the corner. Wherever you are in the world, please take time to enjoy the sunshine and gaze at a beautiful flower.
and God created Poppies
I have never been affected this deeply by flowers before. I mean, just look at them! I’m stunned and grateful. I even gently rubbed my nose and cheek against them. I feel as if I’m in love, seriously.
The shape, they look like animals when closed and burst with color when they open. Amazing.The woman at the stall let me buy some, I swear I would’ve been depressed had she not. I’m completely happy. I can hardly wait to wake up and see these beauties in my place!
Oh! Where can you find these? On my lunch break, I traveled to the largest flower market in Seoul: Yangjae Flower Market. It opened June 1991 and it is here that they have wholesale and retail flower markets. People gather here in the wee hours of the morning for the auctions. Here you will find a very large greenhouse, an arboretum as well as retail stalls having very kind and knowledgeable florists. I will feature orchids tomorrow. Enjoy!
Yangjae Flower Market
Subway line 3, stop: Yangjae
from there you could take a bus or a very short cab ride to the market.
I finally said it out loud…I want a Sunday kind of Love
Just before I moved to Seoul, I lived in Alexandria, VA and worked in Washington, D.C. The difference in lifestyle is unbelievable as you may imagine.I met someone on a blind date just before I left and it turned out to be better than I’d expected.
Well…He called me on Valentine’s Day and we had quite a conversation. During our hour long conversation we talked about life, love, etc. He made me say some things out loud that I believe have been welling up inside my chest for awhile.
Anyone who knows me, reads this blog, hell, smiles at me, knows that I really love my life here in Seoul.The photography is opening doors, I see something incredible everyday when I walk down the street, smiles and kind eyes abound…, but, I need love. There, I said it.
Now, my phone call with E, briefly led me to think that I just needed a “quick fix” if you know what I mean, but that’s not what I need. Hell, sex is not a hot commodity. Sex is available for any woman. What I want is something deeper, something real, honest.
Etta James sang it best: I want a Sunday kind of Love.This is exactly what I want.
Philippe, I’m still reeling from your email. I’m waiting to give you an honest, from my heart answer. You’ve got me shakin’ in my boots, kiddo.
So until my day comes, I’m going to love all that I am allowed to see, do, taste and feel.
I thank all of you for reading or commenting on this blog.You inspire me and help me to move forward.
Thank you. Thank Seoul.
They too need a home
Home. A word that continues to confuse, elate and haunt me.
“Home is where I want to be, but I guess I’m already there” sung by David Byrne
Song: This must be the place, Talking Heads.
I loved this song the moment I heard it. It makes me think of my mother’s love, cracking her and my brother up with my silliness in the morning. It makes me desire to create a home for myself where’s there’s love overflowing, laughter from children, a warm fire, and Peace.
So peaceful and serene
I thank Mr. Kim for letting me come to aA yesterday and get some images.
This one is my favorite.
The chairs look as if they are having their own conversation.
I didn’t want to interrupt so I took a picture from afar.
