The Cove Documentary

Last night I watched "The Cove" and was expecting a lot worse, although it was still depressing, it was not as gruesome as anticipated.

SAG Awards 2011

Oscar Nominations

The perks of being a photo editor include heading over to The Academy for Oscar Nominations around 4:00 AM. I can't complain too much because they had yummy, yummy eggs and an entire breakfast buffet awaiting me - plus I got prime parking, which is rare in LA, event at 4AM. Oscar Nominations are quick and painless, not counting the cold, dark hour they occur in. Mo'Nique and The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences President walked out, read the nominations, and baddabing, baddaboom.

Hoya Polarizer Filter

What do you think? I recently purchased a Hoya Polarizer filter, which is supposedly one of the best brands, running around $130 - $200. Polarizers are frequently used to cut glare on objects, water, or snow. They also bring out dramatic hues when shooting outdoors. I did a test today for an up coming product shoot and used the filter on one shot, and not on the other. Can you tell which one?

I'll Take a Gorilla Pod Please

Entering the Pop Photo Spring Flower Contest to win a gorilla pod - why not? Check it out at http://www.popphoto.com/spring/2010/03/spring-photo-contest-flowers My flower photos seem fairly average to me, typical, macro. But these flowers are beautiful none the less.

RACHEL MELVIN EDITORIAL

KELLY B FALL 2010

We had to laugh at the studio yesterday; I really liked some of the clothing I was photographing, and none of it will be available in stores until August. Shooting the look book for Fall 2010 can be such a tease.

This was my 3rd time working with Kelly Barry, of Kelly B Designs, and it is always such a pleasure. Kelly's clothes are not only organic, but her line is slowly being tailored into one of my favorites - lots of bright colors and comfortable, chic styles.

Look books are generally boring - plain background, full length, and detail shots. It is always fun working with Kelly because she likes to play! We jump, spin, twirl, get down on the ground - anything to make it a little more interesting.

Check it all out at kellybcouture.com and find out where you can buy around LA, but don't anticipate finding this look for at least 6 months!