Getting to Know Mrs. Markle

I thought it would be fun to do a little interview with someone, about their ideas and photography ideas.  What images they remember and feature them on my blog.

I've known Amy, for just over four years now and have always admired how she always looks so put together in all her pictures she posts.  So it's great to hear her thoughts on pictures she has taken and also pictures that have been taken of her and her family.  As my blog guest, I  asked Amy fifteen different questions about photography.

E:  Have you ever taken a picture of food?  If so, what was it and why did you take it?A: I took at picture if my yummy poutine and drink at south street burger. It was to tease my pregnant sister

E: Have you ever taken a picture of someone famous?  If yes, who and do you still have the picture?
A: I took a picture of Jeff Daniels and yes I have the picture still

E: What was the first picture you ever took, using your current cell phone and do you still have the picture saved on the phone?
A: I am not sure exactly what picture I took but I know it was one if my daughter and yes I would still have it. 

E: Have you ever hired a photographer in the past?  Explain why you picked that person.
A: Yes. I hired a photographer to do my maternity pictures and pictures of my kids. I picked this photographer for their prices.

E: If you have hired a photographer previously, what was one thing that stood out to you when they were shooting?
A: No clue 

E: You wouldn't ever wanted to be photographed doing?
A: Eating or sleeping

E: You wouldn't be caught dead in what kind of picture?
A: Nude

E: What is one picture that sticks out in your mind as the best photograph you have ever taken?  What type of camera did you use?
A: A pic of my niece and nephew sitting in a field of dandelions. I used my canon cool shot (I think that is what it is called)

E: The last family picture you have taken was?  What would you change about it?
A: Last family pic was one of my maternity pictures. I wouldn't change a thing

E: Take a picture of what is currently in your purse or pockets and then describe it to me and include it with your response.

A: Full of diapers, Kleenex, my wallet and soothers. Lol. I don't know how to attach a pic. Lol

E: Have you ever had your picture taken by higher authority?  If so, did you have a copy of your mug shot?
A: No

E: When you see people taking tourist pictures, what is something that stands out to you?  Is it a positive or a negative?
A: How many random people will be on their pic. Or how they hold up a crowd just so they can get a perfect picture 

E: The last picture you had printed was?
A: Pictures of my kids

E: If you could describe the perfect family photo, what would it be like?
A: Outside on a beautiful summer day in a natural pose 

E: If you could have your photo taken with just one person, alive, dead or even famous, who would it be and why?
A: My grandpa. Because he isn't with us anymore, and it would be a great keepsake and memory

Thank you for participating in my mini interview Amy.  On behalf of Corcoran Photography, I would like to offer you a free mini session, to be able to capture your 'perfect family photo,' in a 'natural pose.'

Please contact me directly to arrange this.

Movie Contest

Name the movie:

I will feature you on here and my blog. This is open to everyone! 

"One time I wrestled a giraffe to the ground with my bare hands.”

The Art of Non-Conformity

I picked up a few self help books.  Partially because I am feeling discouraged at not getting enough business generated from photography.  It probably lays in the reasoning of me trying to train a new person at my full time job and also trying to get my Real Estate career going.  All in all, I read some great stuff at the book store!  

This one book that I picked up was called "The Art of Non-Conformity."  Actually perfect for me; I kind of feel like Chris Guillebeai wrote this book for me.    Just the sub-title itself "Set your own rules; live the life you want," was perfect!  How many times have all of us set our life to what we think people expect from us?  How many times have we said in want to "Change the world" and don't?

Personally, my own main fear is that people won't like me or pick me as their photographer.  I have talked about this before and tried to write it out on coming to terms with that feeling, just goes along with all jobs.  

In the book it says how to "Smash down the wall," the "unconventional way."  That alone was a moving chapter to read.  My plan is to smash down my fear (wall) get out there and just shoot!

Get back to what I want to do!  Fun outdoors and landscape shots, nature all kinds and fun family and maternity sessions.  I am going to rock it, you just wait and see!

I know a lot of people think I am a secretive person, but if anyone took the time to read my blog, they'd know I'm actually an open book and just wanna make people happy!  See their smile when I give them a piece of photography that they love!  I look forward to hearing from you on how you are going to smash down your wall and make your life a happy life that you want to live!

Until later,

Erin

A New Change Is Coming

Sometimes, I find myself often gazing into the stars and thinking about all the pictures that I should be taking right now! Asking myself why I am not out there? Thinking, why am I not writing more posts on my blog? Trying to get more people to read it? How to get more people to read it? Wondering why I can't get more readers? Well, maybe it's time to write a blog once a week. Stop being so tardy. Promote from within. Even though there is only one of me, maybe I can start. 

I have been recently asked to be a co-writer/author on another Tumblr blog for photographers - So that's something, right? I just need to keep up my blog too; make it better, more efficient, more appealing. But I have been struggling with how? I have posted many things on Facebook, which I have noticed an increase in viewers and also members, but to me, the one I want more people on is here, reading what I would like to say. 

Recently I have posted on Facebook that I am accepting people for Prom and Graduation bookings. For mini sessions; groups of 1-3 or more, but that pricing is subject to the number of people. Anyways..... I booked a pretty big graduation shoot for June of this year. Not big as in a big group, even though it's a group of seven, but big as in I am so happy and beyond ecstatic, that I have even been asked to capture this persons big Grade 8 graduation. 

My boyfriends oldest niece, (so I guess kind of my niece.. one day;)) is graduating from Grade 8. Her mother (my boyfriends sister and also a really good friend of mine) asked me to capture the day by taking pictures prior to the graduation at the school happening. She wants to take pictures by the lake with six of her friends. First, I am truly honoured that they would even consider me as the photographer for this! I have watched her (we shall refer to her as 'A') grow up over the last few years and I have watched her change into an amazing young lady. At that age (13), do you refer to her as a young lady, girl, woman? It doesn't matter, because she is transforming before my eyes! I can't even imagine how her parents feel. When I first met her, we would have little chats about games on her iPod or what she was doing in school for a play. Things like that. But now, we talk about makeup and nails and clothes and when her parents aren't listening boys. It actually makes me so happy with a grin from ear to ear that she lets me into her life like that. Like an Aunt. I am very proud to be able to say she is a part of my Family! 'A,' has shown me a picture of her gorgeous dress she is planning on wearing and we have been on the search for the perfect pair of shoes! I even remember what my Grade 8 dress looked like, don't we all? :) I am really excited for that day, when I get to see her in her dress, the cutest little silver shoes, her hair done with curls and makeup done. I feel like even though it's grade 8 it is still a big deal. 

She's leaving elementary school and embarking on a new chapter of her life, into high school. I know that not only will her family be a little misty eyed, but I will be too. Even just thinking about it right now, I get a little sappy. The fact that she is growing up so fast. I know all parents say that about their children, but I think about it too. Her and I even have our own little inside jokes. That makes me the happiest 'kind of aunt' ever. To know that I have a little sidekick when we are together. Thank you 'A,' for accepting me into your life as not only a friend. but a family member too. 

I am looking forward to capturing all her friends together that day. The giggles that I am sure will happen, the tears I know will too. But together the 7 of them have formed a bond that will never be broken and I get to show that in my pictures. They might not all stay in contact for a lifetime, but you always have that special bond. Especially with the way of social media these days, they will always get to be friends on some level or another. I want to make their photo session as memorable as I can. I am already working on cute little props for that day. 

I have a few ideas in my head on what pictures to take and I can't wait for the day to just get here so I can make them happen. 

I would personally like to take time to thank my boyfriends sister for asking me to take the pictures. For including me as one of her 'go-too's,' for taking them. I am not a person that expresses all that much, but I would love for her and 'A' to know how much this means to me. It doesn't matter how many kids end up in the photos, what matters is that I get to share in the special day. Congratulations to you 'A,' on a a huge accomplishment. For taking life as it comes to you and making the best with everything it has to offer you. I love you more than you will know and I am beyond happy to be there along side with you and my trusty camera. xoxo

Just a quick little note….

Where are you?

I would love to know where my audience is located. Plus, I would really love to see how many people read every post, or most of my posts. Call it a 'customer survey' if you will. Comment on here, or send me a message so I can post it, on where you are located. You don't have to give your name if you don't want to. But I would love to know the town, city, country you are reading my blog in. If you do, I will send you a free 5x7 print of your choice, of any item in my Etsy store. The link to the Etsy store is on here. Just let me know which one you like too and an email address. That way I can correspond with you to get your mailing address. Please note, that this print you will receive, will NOT be framed or matted. Just a simple token to say thank you for taking the time to help me out. Looking forward to finding out about my readers.

York Region

I am looking for your help.  I am trying to find one image that best describes the Regional Municipality of York Region, Ontario.  

What are your ideas and thoughts in this topic and what describes York Region.  

Send me your ideas on what images you think best describes it.  

Thanking you all in advance.

#yorkregion

A Little Video

Back in September, I was an exhibitor in the Schomberg Art Street Festival.  My Father, Randy Corcoran was there taking pictures for his own website.  He is with Century 21 Heritage Group in Richmond Hill.  For his own website, he makes videos to help people see the different areas and what's going on in each neighbourhood.  This video link is of the Schomberg Festival.

If you are looking for more information about Schomberg or the surrounding areas, contact him.  His information is listed at the end of this video.  

http://youtu.be/QxpnIgctiIg (The video link).

Contest

I am running a contest, for SUPERBOWL!!!

Please keep in mind that this contest runs when the SuperBowl game starts, on Sunday, February 2, 2014.  No Exceptions.

Go to my FaceBook page and comment on the link.  Write your prediction of the score for the game.  The person with the correct final score of the game or the person with the closest prediction to the final score of the game WINS!

This is open to everyone!

The winner will receive their choice of any picture on my Etsy site, framed and mailed off to them.  The link to my Etsy site is also listed on this blog.  Remember that the Etsy site is always being updated and you don't always have to pick what you see on there now.  

Good Luck Everyone.

GO BRONCOS!

Free Holiday Shipping

On my Etsy site (Shop), I am offering Free Shipping on all orders above $20.00.  On the time of checkout, enter the coupon code HOLIDAYSHIP2013 and receive free shipping.

How can you pass up this kind of offer for a Christmas Gift?  If you are local to the Barrie, Ontario, Canada area; I will even deliver the item to you.  That way you can purchase not one, not two, but three items and get to meet the artist.  How much fun would that be?

You can check out all the items I am currently selling on the Etsy store by clicking here on the link.  Etsy Store for Corcoran Photography  Or if the link does not work on your smart phone, click on the Etsy link, directly on this page to the right, on where to find me.

If you have any questions at all regarding printing, etc., email me at Erin's Email or call or text me at 416-886-3540.  

I look forward to hearing from you shortly.

With warm regards to you and your family over this Holiday Season.

Pop-Up Art Shoppe

I would like to cordially invite you to the first King City Art Pop Up Shoppe.  It is being held from November 28th - December 20th.  The Shop is located within the King Township Museum (2920 King Road, just East of Highway #400).  There are only 10 artists that will be exhibiting at the Shop.  Each artist is of a different medium, which helps on selecting unique pieces.  There will be all different price ranges; which will be great for Holiday Gifts.  

The museum will be open Tuesday - Saturday; 10:00am - 4:00pm.  

I will be exhibiting some great Holiday Cards, a few framed pieces and many different sizes of pictures in matts.  If you see something you like at the Shop, but would like it customized to fit what you are looking for, please let me know.  I am able to work with you on anything specific you might be looking for.

If you have any further questions regarding the month long Pop-Up Shoppe, please let me know.  You can contact me directly at erinlinc80@gmail.com or via phone 416-886-3540.

Some of the examples that I will be selling are on my Etsy Site. 
Etsy Site - Corcoran Photography 

One of the Holiday Cards that will be there is:
Holiday Card

For more information regarding the King Township Museum, please see the link directly below.
King Township Museum Information

Have a wonderful Evening!

A Sneak Peak Into The Holidays!

I sell Holiday cards now on my Etsy site.  Here is one of them,  check it out!  Free shipping is being offered, until the end of November 2013.

Peace, Love, Joy Holiday Bird Photography Card $6.00 CAD http://etsy.me/1aDxcCj

The Potts Family Fall Session

This past month I got to meet a wonderful family. We all hit it off, right from the beginning! I felt like I had known them for a long time! The Mom & Dad (Linda & Mike) and their two boys; whom might I add are awesome preteens boys and very well-mannered! The girls are going to love them when they get older; definitely will be heart breakers, in fact I am sure the phones have already started to go off with text messages (back in my day it was pagers, lol).

 They were all great to work with. I got there early in the morning, what seemed like the crack of dawn for some (sorry Mike; he had a wonderful poker game the night before;) but they were all ready to go and truly up for anything. I had fun finding out that they 'might' have a beaver in their back woods and that they just love their little white ball of fluff (the dog). We did laugh a lot; and I am sure Mike did not think that was going to happen at 8am, but he threw a couple of laughs out too. 

 I enjoyed incorporating a ladder that Linda has had in her family since forever and found out that the green patio chairs in the backyard might have been there for a little longer then what they had thought;) 

 All in all, the rain held off and we had a ball! Thank you so much to the Potts Family. I really enjoyed getting to know each one of you. 

 Here are some pictures that I thought should be posted, since the family was beyond adorable and full of entertainment. I just love all the black and whites of the family and how they turned out.

Thanks Potts Family, for choosing Corcoran Phototgraphy.

Look What I Stumbled Upon

Check out this link... I just came across it and I think it's wonderful!! www.artunique.ca/ninthanniversary If the link does not work for some reason, go to: www.artunique.ca Look for their post titled 9th Anniversary.