National Kidney Foundation - Kidney Walk 2024

I had the honor of being the event photographer for the National Kidney Foundation, Kidney Walk 2024 at Belmont Lake State Park on Long Island.

Heirloom for a Surveyor

Creating an heirloom photography session leads to more than one opportunity.

HERE is a session where the portrait photographed IS the heirloom for generations to appreciate and remember.

Such a special and important part of this family history. One proud Land Surveyor.

Photography by Rich Dodge | www.richdodge.com | Assisted by Anthony Loganzo

©Photography by Rich Dodge

Right Image - ©Photography by Rich Dodge

©Photography by Rich Dodge

©Photography by Rich Dodge

ONE STEP CLOSER...to a better picture.

I’m here today to bring you some concepts to make your own personal pictures MORE impactful. Tips anyone can do, right now.

No fancy equipment needed.

Obviously the quality of light is one of the most important factors when photographing. The way you use light in your photo has a major effect in how people “Ohhh and Ahhh” over your photo.

Using the sun to your advantage, the harsh brightness of the sun is what you want to avoid. Taking a photo within an entryway leading to outside, using the overhang that blocks the sun, locating shade from a tree are excellent ways to use the sun to your advantage.

This one may sound like a silly tip for taking better photos, but the easiest way to take more impactful photos is to be brave and move much closer to the subject.

Start by having the entire subject fill the frame of the photo. When you think your ready to take your photo, stop and move closer.

Thats it!

Yes, it’s that easy!!

The Fisherman's Portrait

The Fisherman’s Portrait Series

I have much respect for the gentleman that I’ve photographed throughout the years. Anthony and his lifelong knowledge and mastery in the field of fishing, photography, video, biking and of life itself has always made it a joy for me personally to improve upon.

The thirst to be outdoors and to make the most of the day is a mantra that propels Anthony through hard times and those difficult winters.

Personally, I have learned to never settle creatively from him. Four years of college would never equal the amount that I’ve be exposed to.

Just get up…get out and create!

Have fun along the way!

Enjoy the photos. Thank you.

Love…Rich Dodge

Early to rise, makes a man wealthy and wise.

The Fisherman’s Portrait series

The Fisherman’s Portrait series

The Fisherman’s Portrait series

The Fisherman’s Portrait series