Category Archives: Workshop

So much great news

First of all I am now Director of Photography for UFOria TV.   This show is going to be great!

Had some fun creating some fashion photographs.  This model came from Ford Models.  Very talented young model.

Ford Models Fashion shoot with Orcatek
Fashion

And my workshops have been filled to capacity lately.   So if you want to take a photography class or workshop, be sure to plan ahead.

Digital Photography Class
Digital Photography Class

Visit my maternity photography website blog to read about cord blood.   It may be the best gift you can give your child.

This past few weeks I have had several boudoir clients return to get new photos done for the man in their lives.

And of course I have been adding some videos like this one.

 


Guess What

Time to catch everyone up on what has been happening here at my Phoenix Studio. Okay, technically Tempe, but drive 1/2 mile north and you are in Scottsdale, and 1/2 mile west and you are in Phoenix, so close enough.

I have been teaching more introduction to photography classes than I can count. Lots of eager students. I love teaching.

Doing more pin-up than usual. The studio is a great place for pin-up photography. Here is a sample pin-up I call Windy Day.

Windy Day Pin-up
Windy Day Pin-up

I always like to create something in the classic style of some of my favorite vintage pin-up artists like Gil Elvgren.

And just in time for Father’s Day I had the chance to create this touching father and son photo of a newborn baby and his dad.

Father and Son
Father and Son

Hope to be a little sooner with my next update to what is happening here in Phoenix with your favorite photographer, Orcatek.


Motorcycles and Classes

This past week has been loaded up with photography classes here in Phoenix.  There were several introduction classes, a fine art nudes workshop and some private lessons.   Next week is just as busy with more intro classes and another fine art nude workshop.

In between I had a chance to shoot some motorcycles featuring some cool new lighting.

Motorcycle lights phoenix
Motorcycle

Last minute updates

My photography workshops and classes are becoming very popular.   I have been teaching at least one class a week and have had private lessons in between.

The holiday season is a prime season for boudoir photography, which is why I have been lacking in my blog updates.  Lots of men will be getting a very special present this year.

Sexy photos make a great gift
Sexy Holiday Photos

 

I also shot a lot of maternity and newborn photographer sessions.  Some amazing new families came in for their shoots with some of the cutest newborn babies.

Cute baby photographer in B&W
Cute baby in B&W

And of course the rest of my time was filled with holiday portraits.

Have a safe and fun holiday season!

 

 


Teaching and Shooting

The past 2 weeks have kept me so busy that I didn’t get a chance to post until now.

I’ve been doing a lot of teaching.  Introduction to photography, Boudoir photography workshop, Introduction to Photoshop and lots of private lessons.  To see what I am teaching next check out Orcatek Photography Workshops in Phoenix.

In between teaching I’ve had a lot of fun shooting.  One of my favorites was a maternity pin-up photography session.  As you can see, we had a lot of fun.

Maternity Pin-up
Maternity Pin-up

This week ahead is also swamped, which is good.  Love it when I am busy.

So go ahead and book your class or photo session.  Let’s keep this trend going.

 


Boudoir workshop a success

This past week I held a boudoir photography workshop is Las Vegas.  Everyone had a great time and learned a lot.  Some of the students liked it so much they have already registered for my next workshop in Las Vegas in September.

Workshops and classes are available for all skill levels.  Starting with introduction to photography and then specialized workshops for just about every need.

Learn more here:

Photography Workshops

 

 


Photography Workshops

My new website dedicated to my photography workshops is up and ready for viewing.  Here you can read about the various workshops, check the schedule and register.

Of course my ever popular introduction to photography class will always be available.  Along with advanced topics such as studio lighting, boudoir, maternity, fine art nudes and automotive.   So check out, share it with your friends and maybe even take a class yourself.

So go ahead and click the link – Orcatek Photography Workshops


Fashion workshop and more.

This week I hosted the Scottsdale Community College fashion photography class at my studio. The workshop was set up to provide the students with an opportunity to work in an actual studio to create some fashion images for their portfolios.

Everyone had a lot of fun and created some great photographs.

Above all, mastering the art of fashion photography is a useful skill for all aspiring fashionistas.

Whether you have dreams of fashion journalism, becoming the next big fashion blogger, or simply love collecting the latest designer pieces, being able to capture fashion on film is something that will always come in useful. Photography is so important for a lot of industries, especially for those working in fashion. They need good pictures of their products in order to sell them to customers, so having knowledge of fashion photography is important. However, if you aren’t fully confident with this yet, there are always companies offering fashion photography services to help businesses capture high-quality content. No matter how you do it, it’s just important that you are getting the best pictures of your clothing or designs to be able to promote them.

So many of my students have found that attending my fashion photography workshop has totally opened their eyes to an essential part of the fashion industry that they might not have considered before.

For example, one key lesson that I share with students is how to capture the perfect outfit of the day (or OOTD) post for social media. Everyone from fashion designers to the average social media user can now use a camera to capture an outfit, and therefore it makes sense to master the art of highlighting the details of a high fashion ensemble.

The best OOTD photos do not always feature the most expensive pieces either. I know plenty of successful fashion bloggers who use affordable replica pieces based on designs by big brands like Chanel, Gucci, and Louis Vuitton.

With this in mind, if you are an aspiring fashion blogger, you might want to check out some of the most popular replica websites out there like LuxuryTastic where you can find replicas at great prices.

Do not just take my word for it though, there are plenty of Luxurytastic reviews online that also make it clear just how popular these fashion replica websites can be.

Anyway, I am planning several new photography workshops for the summer.

Send an email to [email protected] to get on my mailing list. Topics will include fashion photography, fine art nudes, boudoir photography, pin-up photography, and automotive photography. Workshops will be held across the country.


Survived the Rain

In between the rain this past week, I’ve been very busy.   Two days were spent teaching a fine art nude photography workshop. The workshop was a huge success.  For more info on workshops, send an email to [email protected]

Using a mannequin to demonstrate lighting at fine art nude workshop in Phoenix.
Fine Art Nude Workshop

Numerous boudoir photo shoots took place here at the studio and a few on location.   There were a few brides to be, a birthday and a anniversary shoot.  All great reasons to give the gift he’ll never expect and never forget.

Sitting in sexy black lingerie in her boudoir, by Phoenix photographer Orcatek.
Sitting in sexy black lingerie in her boudoir

And the week wouldn’t be complete with out a few beautiful maternity photography clients.  This week was no exception.  Such an amazing group of woman this past week.

Black and white pregnancy photo of her hand on belly by Phoenix Maternity photographer, Orcatek
Feel the kick in this maternity photograph

Next week is already filling up with magazine shoots, boudoir photo sessions and maybe a newborn if she delivers soon.  It’s great being a photographer here in Phoenix with so many wonderful people.


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