A collection of photographs, blog posts, and whatnots about the things
I, Cody, find in my life as a photographer, cyclist, and adventurer.
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Jessica.
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I would like to share with you my final senior project, while in-progress. This project has been something I have been doing for a few months now and I am in the last stretch. I am documenting the individuals that are a part of the cycling community here in Ruston, Louisiana. It is an investigation into who they are and how they are cyclist within their own worlds.
If you’d like to share any constructive criticism, it’s welcomed. Though, I am sharing this because I need help in my last couple weeks. I am looking for individuals that I can take pictures of. To share who they are as a cyclist.
I’ve attached a few samples of what I’ve done so far. In the end, a select few will be shown in my classes gallery show held in April. So, if you’re are interested, please let me know! Email me at cody@thecb.co Thanks! -
Hannah.
Got a chance to have a photo shoot with the beautiful Hannah this past weekend. Got some really good shots from it and I must say this was my favorite from the bunch. Was also the last picture of the shoot. Last minute, I got the idea for just a single side light and to see how it would go, and it turned out great. Will have more coming soon! Just need to finish this darn research paper first. -
Jessica.
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This past weekend I went out to Mount Driskill, with a couple of friends, looking to do something other than work. It was worth it for just being outside. On the other hand, this “mount” was rather sad. Since it is highest point in Louisiana, I expected to finally see a full horizon in Louisiana. Nope. In the end though, it was fun and I think I found a new bike trail. At two miles long, it could be a fun go to spot when needing a break.
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This past weekend I drove sixteen hours to hear a guy talk for about eight hours in one weekend. Call it crazy? Sure, I did. Was it worth it? Totally. Ben Corda (@BenMC89) and I decided a couple months ago that we would attend a seminar by a guy named Jeremy Cowart, a professional photographer best known for his celebrity and music work. Arriving in Decatur, GA at 2 am and checking into the local Super 8 lead to immediate sleep. The next day was a bit of an mind binder. We were the second ones to arrive. The talk went great…after lunch. Before lunch was all sorts of basic technical jargon that made me almost regret going. Then lunch…lets just say a lot of “oh that’s cool” (but not really) conversations went on. Maybe I chose the wrong group to be a part of, but how can you group us attendees as wedding, family portraits, and everything else. Doesn’t make sense! Got in the group that still thought railroads was cool some how.
Didn’t want to seem rude though. Ate the stone hard breaded lunch and went on to the second half of the seminar. I went into this a bit tired and wondering if it would turn for the better. Then story time begun. My interest sparked instantly and found my second wind. It was a thrilling talk the rest of the time and was an honest wake up to somethings. Maybe it was all of what I’ve heard before, but this time, being from a current professional in the business I want to be in, it was different. His storys were honest. There was nothing difficult about them. Just his way and lets just say he was a hustler. A good thing to hear. Especially at my point in life.
That night, of course we went out. Was a fun little town. Discovered some new tastes and froze my trigger finger off. The night ended with the morning coming quick. The drive back was good. Made it before dark and was able to finish my homework for Monday.
In the end, the drive was worth it. I want to thank Jeremy for doing the tour and maybe one day, we can work together. Who knows. Dreams can come true! Till then, I’ll take what was said and apply to what I do best, photography. -
Last week saw my first adventure with Help Portrait. A movement for photographers to use their time and expertise to give back to those in need. This year, students from Louisiana Tech University got together to take portraits of the kids of Methodist Children’s Home of Ruston. The overall experience was an amazing one. One of the best things of the day was seeing the kids faces as they were lined up to take the pictures. I was told by the faculty that this is something that most of them have never done before and they more beyond thrilled to have the chance to get a portrait of themselves to share for the holidays. Being the one running around to make sure everything was in working order and going smoothly for the ~65 kids we took portraits of, I sadly wasn’t able to talk with any of the kids; but just from the expressions I saw, I knew they were having a blast. Aside from some hic-ups from the printers, I believe the day went great and I do hope the tradition is kept up in Ruston for many years after I graduate this May.
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This year being my final year of college, it tends to lend to a lot of final moments in my life. Some are major but a lot are just minor enough to go under the radar. Yesterday was one of those days. I captured my final LA Tech football game with the Bulldogs. I don’t like football or ever watch it on my own, but I can say that I have been following the Bulldogs since my first home game in 2006. I’ve taken pictures or video of over 90% of their home games and I can say it has been a blast. I do admit that I got extremely bored here and there but in the end, I’m glad I had the opportunity. We played New Mexico State University for the WAC Championship as it didn’t stop raining the entire time. Which made my final game that much better. Glad I was able to be a part of it. Doubt I ever shoot another football game but if I do, I have the Bulldogs to thank for all the practice. :)
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By far my favorite photo from my shoot with Kasie. I believe this captures her beautiful laugh perfectly.
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This is not the style I normally find myself doing, but I really like it and want to take some more like it now. So we will see how that works out.
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To me, this is the look of a badass. She said she only looks good smiling. I would have to disagree.
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Looking forward to a photo shoot this Sunday afternoon with the lovely Kasie! This shot is from our mini-shoot we did last week.
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