Shannon Workman Photography
A Little Bit of Everything Photography Blog
Photoshop Allergies and Chicken Awards
I think I’m one of the rare photographers today that has a serious allergic reaction to Photoshop. Sure, I use it, but do I really use it? Not so much. I tend to photograph digitally the same way I did with film. Plan it out, double check everything, know my gear inside and out, then shoot. Yes, I have large cards to store a lot of files, but I don’t use the spray and pray method. Getting it right in the camera is very important to me, so that when it does come time to do some editing, it’s very simple (read: Fast). The less time I spend on the computer means more time for photographing new things.
I used Photoshop mainly for minor tweaks and re-saving. When Lightroom was introduced, that became my weapon of choice. It was easier for me to understand, without the multitude of other tools staring at me accusingly because I didn’t ever use them. It offered me the fastest and smartest method for my personal workflow. I enjoy working in Lightroom. And yet, I felt a little guilty that I wasn’t using all the tools at my disposal.
A Hint of Spring
Orange Dahlia
It’s early January and we’ve experienced everything from snow to freezing rain, even some beautifully warm (okay, warm-ish) days that carry a hint of spring. What a tease! Especially now that the skies are gloomy and the rain will soon turn back into snow. In all probability…lots of snow.
To keep you warm in the cold days ahead, please enjoy this photograph of a bright orange dahlia. May it bring a smile to your face, a little warmth into your heart, and thoughts of spring to your mind.
2012, A New Year
Petal Tubes
We made it! Happy 2012 everyone!
With a new year comes new experiences, new adventures. This year will be no exception. For the last few weeks I’ve been trying to shake things up some, from the style and medium of my art (more on that experiment later), to how that work is displayed at shows and galleries, and researching ideas for new products.
Over the last few years I’ve fielded a lot of requests for specific items with my artwork on them, things like coffee mugs, magnets, calendars. There’s even been some requests for cell phone cases, laptop bags, and ceramic tiles! To create all these products on my own would be impossible, but as the requests came more frequently, a solution sprang to mind (here’s where all that research comes in).
So…
Now that the calendar has officially changed, I would like to formally announce the opening of the Shannon Workman Photography Store! I’ve partnered with Zazzle in order to provide the highest quality, and largest variety, of custom-made products featuring some of the most requested fine art pieces from several different series, including: Abstraction, Shattered, and Flora. I’m so excited to finally be able to fulfill your requests in such a creative way!
New items will be added on a regular basis, so if there’s a product you like, but don’t see it in the store, just drop me a line here and I’ll do my best to accommodate you! Happy Shopping!
For Maria
"Reaching"
Sometimes you just want to create something special for a friend or family member. This photograph was made specifically for a friend to bring a little bit of joy and color into her day.
The flower itself is a type of dahlia that starts off a dark purple in the very center and as it begins to radiate out the color changes through pinks and whites with speckles of a darker color on the tubes.
Small Business Saturday 2011
"Burlesque"
This Saturday, November 26th, 2011 is Small Business Saturday. Remember to support your local artists and artisans, as we are all small businesses (even if we hate to admit it 
).
In fact, take this special coupon code SBS10 to use at sbworkman.com for 10% off any order, this Saturday only!
It’s All in the Details
"Natural Confusion"
"Going Inside"
I love details. And texture. And seeing things just a little bit differently than other people might.
These spectacular blooms are a type of Ball Dahlia, with petals that curl into tubes radiating out from the center.
A Rose For Judy
"Judy's Rose"
Two weeks ago today, I lost someone very special in my life to the horrible disease of cancer. This photograph is for her.
We love you and miss you Aunt Judy.
The Reading
"The Reading"
Happy Halloween! Hope everyone has an enjoyable, and safe, holiday and I hope you enjoyed this series of photographs leading up to Halloween!
Rituals
Happy Eve of All Hallows Eve! I didn’t get a chance to blog yesterday’s image, so today is a double feature of creepy!
"Ritual"
And now for today’s photograph:
"Searching"
It’s a Dead Heat!
"Dead Heat"
Is it getting hot in here? Only 3 more days ’til Halloween!
