Freedom to Succeed Tour: David Jay and Jasmine Star
On Tuesday, I had the honor to meet and talk to 2 photographers that I admire and respect so much. Not only for their photographer skills, but how they approach life. We all want to be free of something. Whether it be your job or current situation. And these photographers are a great example of how to "Get Free" (Ha, DJ I used you slogan).
David Jay and Jasmine Star came to Houston to teach other photographers how to become Great. And by Great, I mean to be Great in everything we do. Especially, being Great friends to others and helping them succeed. To be Great, not perfect. Nobody is perfect, so why try killing yourself to be perfect. Just be Great.
When they first walked it, it seemed so unreal. I did not think I would ever talk to them, but David Jay walked straight up to me. I believe I was the first one he talked to. All I can say is "WOW". Talk about a shocker. We talked about soccer (I still play), fashion, and of course photography. But, his eyes lit up when I said fashion. And we kept talking about it, because I try an incorporate fashion in everything I do. I believe it is the future for wedding photography. It was great. We had a few things in common.
Then later on that night, I met and talked to Jasmine. She was everything I imagined. Charming, powerful, sweet, and mostly energetic. Very energetic. What got me was her story. How she got started? It all steamed back to her mother, who had cancer. (Sound familiar................My mother died of cancer.) We started shooting with similar reasons. So, I had something in common with Jasmine, too. WOW!!
To sum it up, they gave me inspiration and additional confidence, that some day I will be like them.
Any who, here are a couple of pics.
Don't I look like I have a Joker smile. Geez, I have to work on that. Ha....
And my cheesy face. No wonder I stay behind the camera.
Also, I had the opportunity to meet other Texas Photographers. And they taught me a few things. These girls are great. You better watch out for them.
Sarah Shalley - She took the pics of me with DJ and Jasmine. Thanks Sarah.
Brandi Tejada - Good friend of Sarah's.
Amanda Key - We talked for a while. She is a great senior portrait photographer from Liberty, TX.
David Jay and Jasmine Star came to Houston to teach other photographers how to become Great. And by Great, I mean to be Great in everything we do. Especially, being Great friends to others and helping them succeed. To be Great, not perfect. Nobody is perfect, so why try killing yourself to be perfect. Just be Great.
When they first walked it, it seemed so unreal. I did not think I would ever talk to them, but David Jay walked straight up to me. I believe I was the first one he talked to. All I can say is "WOW". Talk about a shocker. We talked about soccer (I still play), fashion, and of course photography. But, his eyes lit up when I said fashion. And we kept talking about it, because I try an incorporate fashion in everything I do. I believe it is the future for wedding photography. It was great. We had a few things in common.
Then later on that night, I met and talked to Jasmine. She was everything I imagined. Charming, powerful, sweet, and mostly energetic. Very energetic. What got me was her story. How she got started? It all steamed back to her mother, who had cancer. (Sound familiar................My mother died of cancer.) We started shooting with similar reasons. So, I had something in common with Jasmine, too. WOW!!
To sum it up, they gave me inspiration and additional confidence, that some day I will be like them.
Any who, here are a couple of pics.
Don't I look like I have a Joker smile. Geez, I have to work on that. Ha....
And my cheesy face. No wonder I stay behind the camera.
Also, I had the opportunity to meet other Texas Photographers. And they taught me a few things. These girls are great. You better watch out for them.
Sarah Shalley - She took the pics of me with DJ and Jasmine. Thanks Sarah.
Brandi Tejada - Good friend of Sarah's.
Amanda Key - We talked for a while. She is a great senior portrait photographer from Liberty, TX.
posted by Brad at
5:13 PM
4 Comments:
aww you have a nice smile Brad! better than my crazy weird one....the one I couldnt wipe off my face....being in the presence of such greatness, it was difficult to quit smiling. haha!
Great blog entry. You have a way with words.
I am so glad that I had the opportunity to meet you and I do HOPE that we will all take time to meet up at least once a month.
Thank you for all your showit help. I do appreciate it.
hey! great. we've got to plan to all reunite sometime soon. seriously, one of my favorite things was meeting you guys. THANKS for the shout-out. Can't wait to see more from you.
Sarah
Thanks Brandi, Amanda, and Sarah. Ya'll are GREAT. We definately need to keep in touch.
Brad
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