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25 Creative & Killer Shoes!

NayMarie — Tue, 14 May 2013 09:00:53 +0000

It is no secret that I am a shoe whore (apparent by my second blog entry: http://naymarie.com/photography/shoe-therapy-i-the-higher-the-better), but I don’t get hot and steamy just for any ole heel. I’m attracted to unique construction. The architecture, the color coordination, the material texture… all bound into wearable artistry.

This month’s post is focused less on the imagery (unlike http://naymarie.com/photography/tidbittuesdaywhitequeen), and more on the design of the shoe. Let your imagination climax just envisioning how these gems would look featured in your photos – or hell, on your feet lol. There’s a cute surprise at the end too. The last image made me gag with possibilities, then I was furious that I never thought of it *le sigh*… there’s definitely a bright side

Always open to requests for future posts! Enjoy!

YES! Designer prosthetic boots! Me loves!

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NayMarie Photography Published in Ellements Magazine!

NayMarie — Mon, 06 May 2013 06:00:17 +0000

NayMarie Photography is honored to have her images published in Ellements Magazine’s May 2013 Book 3!

Check out the 4 pg spread and purchase your copy here! http://www.magcloud.com/browse/issue/560806

Photography | NayMarie
Models | Tiarra Larae & Jillian Billingham
Hair & Makeup | Sasha Uzuri

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NayMarie Photography Published in Bridal Tribe Magazine!

NayMarie — Mon, 06 May 2013 05:00:30 +0000

NayMarie Photography is honored to have her images published in Bridal Tribe Magazine’s Spring 2013 issue!

Check out the images on the bottom of pages 76 and 77 and purchase your copy here www.shop.bridaltribe.com!

Photography | NayMarie
Model | Angelica Guillen
Hair | Egypt Buck of Haiir Artistri
Makeup | Susan Simmons

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Tidbit Tuesday: Increase Your Reach

NayMarie — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 04:01:58 +0000

As creatives, it is imperative that we take steps to increase our reach. Whether it’s new clients, venues, sponsors, or other like-minded professionals, we survive due to word of mouth so it’s best to have as many people speaking positively about us and our work as possible. A great way to do this is to hold exhibitions of your work!

I read a great snippet from “The Self Promo Handbook” that nicely outlines the steps to producing your own exhibit. I have personally produced a couple of art shows that highlighted other artists, but just got a true feel for the tasks required when I co-produced the showing “Sharp Reality” with 5thGM earlier this month (see the work from our mini show at http://www.behance.net/gallery/Sharp-Reality-Photographic-and-Illustrative-Series/8178947). We did this show as a platform for our work and are currently planning for more elaborate shows. I can definitely contest to the steps outlined below. Depending on your avenue, producing an exhibit of your work can be more affordable than you may expect. Keeping the saying “Scared money don’t make money” in mind, be prepared to come out of pocket. Use this guideline and I’m sure you’ll have an enjoyable and affordable showing!

1. Know Your Angle

What are you showing, why are you showing it, and who are you showing it to? Are you doing a chronological progression of your works? Promoting a recent project? Trying to raise your public profile or that of a client’s? Once you can answer these questions, you can arrange the event based on the answers.

2. Select a Venue

What type of crowd are you trying to attract? Do you know your target market? High-scale and corporate? Fun and urban? Fun and corporate, high-scale and urban?? Choose a location where your target crowd is most likely to attend as well as enjoy themselves in a comfortable setting.

3. Select A Date

Spring is always good for an exhibit, the weather is warmer and the days are longer. People are more positively inclined to be outside attending events. You can also have an opening that covers a few dates on the weekend and offer a special, yet different, notion each day that will attract attendees.

4. Pitch to Partners & Sponsors

Sponsorship isn’t always easy to find, but definitely worth the effort. Once you have the event details solidified (and confirmed via contracts with the venue), you can send out releases to potential sponsors. Think of sponsors who are mutually beneficial, what can they gain from you and what can you gain from them. Food and beverage sponsors are always a good place to start!

5. Presentation & Planning

Ask the space you are using for floor plans or measurements so you may layout your show in advance – where you want your pieces, where sponsors may set up, a catering and/or DJ area if they fit your theme, etc. Think of what the viewer will see when they first arrive, what emotions do you want evoked first?

6. Spread the Word

Publicizing your exhibition is crucial! Create (or hire a professional graphic designer to create) well designed advertisements and flyers and blast them via email and social networks. If you have the funding, place google and facebook ads, print your flyers and hand them out, or even take out space in your local newspaper or promote it on your local radio station. Remember that everything must be intriguing in order to engage attendees.

7. Enjoy the Show!

You did all of the work, now enjoy the show! Mingle with your new potential clients and buyers. Be prepared to speak about your work and your thought process behind each piece. If you become flustered when speaking on your work, like I sometimes do, practice answering questions patrons may ask you in your head in advance. No matter what happens, bask in all of your hard work coming to fruition!

Photo © NayMarie from the Art Enology event produced by Souleo Enterprises and
Art in Flux Harlem with featured beverage Papi Wine

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Photo Session with ROCKSMITH & Model Tiarra Larae!

NayMarie — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 22:54:47 +0000

Dope dope superdope session with ROCKSMITH NYC (153 1/2 Stanton St. NY NY 10002) and fab model Tiarra Larae! Shout out to Shelz at Rocksmith Follow them on instagram at @rocksmithnyc and @iamtiarralarae! See images from the session below… Owwwwwwwww!

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Tidbit Tuesday IS BACK with 13 Creative & Inspiring White Queen Photos!

NayMarie — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 09:00:26 +0000

It has been almost 1 year and 1 month to date! Yes Tidbit Tuesday is officially back, but now on a biweekly basis (unless I have something dramatically awesomely important to share, which is likely lol). Moving right along to this week’s tidbit:

Ever search online for photography inspiration and come up with nothing you’re looking for? Either you find beautiful images that don’t fit your theme or images within your theme that are completely novice and lack creativity. I personally like to use scrap images as examples when I’m creating moodboards for my photoshoots. I also love to browse the web for gorgeous themed images for event ideas, yet I have the hardest time when I’m looking for something specific, ie White Queen. I’m not talking Anne Hathaway in Alice in Wonderland – although her face fills the first 8 rows when you search on Google – I’m referring to the avant garde fashion fantasy of White Queen.

I searched and searched and the closest I came to a solid source were a few boards on Pinterest. This inspired me to create my own “[Random Number] Creative & Inspiring [Theme] Photos! Today’s post: ”13 Creative & Inspiring White Queen Photos”

I’m open to requests for future posts! Enjoy!

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Sharp Reality Prints!

NayMarie — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 09:00:20 +0000

Want prints of Asia Diamond or A.Sharp or both? Sure! Select the image size and notate which image(s) you would like printed at that size and Add to Cart. Adjust quantities while on your cart page. To purchase multiple sizes or images, just click Continue Shopping after you add an item to your cart and repeat!

Note: Shipping and handling fees are based on order totals. $1-$29 add $1, $30-49 add $3, $50-$74 add $5, $75-$99 add $8, $100-449 add $15, and $450+ add $25

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Missed Sharp Reality?

NayMarie — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 07:00:13 +0000

Missed the gallery show? See the pieces at http://www.behance.net/gallery/Sharp-Reality-Photographic-and-Illustrative-Series/8178947! Want to purchase a piece?? Make your way over to http://naymarie.com/photography/sharprealityprints!!

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Client Feature: Sydney Maternity

NayMarie — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 09:00:16 +0000

Sydney & Jermaine Maternity

Images from their maternity session as they await baby Cameron!

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Client Feature: Ashley Amrull

NayMarie — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 06:54:43 +0000

Ashley Amrull

Ashley came to me for headshots for her dance career but also wanted some conceptual photos. We had some pinup fun and a little hip hop flare! Ashley saw her images and said “I love every single one of these images! Thanks Nay, you’re awesome at what you do!”

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