Shooting events is so much fun, because you see so many beautiful faces. I love shooting bands and performers, catching them at intense moments. Take a look at how much fun everyone had celebrating Wilson’s newly renovated building and community life at the school. I’ll be posting more photos from the event soon.
The other night I had about an hour to photograph 50 kids. I set up my lights in a hallway of a brand new public library, told each kid to take a seat on a stool I had brought. I set up a white portable backdrop behind them. They had all come from a long day of school and hadn’t dressed for the occasion. I needed to move fast, find the best angle, and get them to laugh if I could. Here are some pictures…I’d love to do more jobs like this one. Fast and fun!
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar came to Woodrow Wilson High School this week to talk to the kids about his new movie, On the Shoulders of Giants. He showed twenty minutes of the film, which centers on the Harlem Renaissance — “the best basketball team you never heard of…” And he answered students’ questions for about half an hour. Before the show, I sat in a small room with him. He was funny, sweet, and tall. He talks with his hands. What a great experience!
The best part of working as a photographer is trying something new. I had a great shoot in the park with three handsome brothers. It was a beautiful day and everyone was in a great mood. We spent an hour trying different poses, very relaxed and comfortable with the creek running behind us. When I got home, I downloaded the images, made a collage, and sent it off to be printed on a 20-30 canvas frame. Looking forward to more photos sessions like this one.
Judy Licht Photography 