http://search.deviantart.com/?q=by:TJPHOTOGRAPHY&section=today deviantART RSS for by:TJPHOTOGRAPHY en-us Copyright 2009, deviantART.com Mon, 28 Dec 2009 04:35:57 PST deviantART.com http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://s.deviantart.com/minish/widgets/apple-touch-icon-precomposed.png http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/23487752/ http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/23487752/ Mon, 02 Mar 2009 11:24:20 PST

Thank you for all the 's and comments. I am so busy that I can't always respond to every I get. I will always respond to a comment. I am back logged with your deviations and I am feverishly trying to get caught back up on here. Thank you so much to everyone throughout the last two years.

I need one... I haven't hardly been on in over two weeks. I just have alot on my plate at the moment and am going to take a little break from DA for a short time. Could be two days, could be two months. I have met some really amazing people here and for that I am not going to leave DA. I just need to get my bearings again and actually start taking photos again. My life has left me in a whirlwind of loose ends and failed commitments that I am putting my energy into at the moment. I have not forgot about any of you and as soon as I am back I will be playing catch up. This is just something I have to do and don't want anyone to think that I have forgotten them. You are all so very appreciated!

See you soon...

Tim

Thank you!!!


CSS by: [link] ]]> *TJPHOTOGRAPHY http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/23173385/ http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/23173385/ Fri, 13 Feb 2009 12:10:33 PST

Thank you for all the 's and comments. I am so busy that I can't always respond to every I get. I will always respond to a comment. I am back logged with your deviations and I am feverishly trying to get caught back up on here. Thank you so much to everyone throughout the last two years.

The last week has been difficult in so many ways. There have been ups and downs. Late last week the custom car world lost a local friend here in Las Vegas. His life on earth came to a close at the early age of 20. Another friend was notified of breast cancer and possibly more cancer. Scary to think she is only 27 and a mother of an amazing little boy. My grandmother has been back and forth to the hospital so much lately. At 80 years of age she is just coming of age. She is a fighter. She keeps kicking. I just dread that day. Preparation means nothing. It always hurts when it actually happens. My schedule has been extremely filled these last few weeks with the attempt to finish a show car by the end of the month. There is a light at the end of the tunnel.

This week i am featuring works of emotion, moments of achievement, and memories. Each work has found a place in my heart and that is why I 'd them in the first place. I hope you enjoy this weeks gallery.

We only have a short time here, we should all make the effort to truly live while we are here! Don't forget to LIVE, LAUGH, LOVE, and REMEMBER!

http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/23038840/ Fri, 06 Feb 2009 11:23:21 PST
Thank you for all the 's and comments. I am so busy that I can't always respond to every I get. I will always respond to a comment. I am back logged with your deviations and I am feverishly trying to get caught back up on here. Thank you so much to everyone throughout the last two years.

The night brings many things to this world. It can create fear, peace, uncertainty, and beauty. Shadows grow darker and small beams of light become stronger. We find ourselves attracted to sources of light simply because of contrast. It is appealing and comforting. The unwitting darkness can create emotions we never thought we were capable of. While some prefer the dark, most are drawn to light.

“To be a star, you must shine your own light, follow your own path, and don't worry about the darkness, for that is when the stars shine brightest” –unknown

We as photographers are drawn to light through darkness. It allows us to capture things that may be unseen to the naked eye. A small amount of light can change the way an image is composed completely. So, is this a feature of darkness, or a feature of light?

This is all about exposure.



http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/22900493/ Fri, 30 Jan 2009 08:44:36 PST
Thank you for all the 's and comments. I am so busy that I can't always respond to every I get. I will always respond to a comment. I am back logged with your deviations and I am feverishly trying to get caught back up on here. Thank you so much to everyone throughout the last two years.

This week's features are of the most powerful tool we as humans possess. Our eyes allow us to see the world around us. We can choose to see what we wish, or we can see it for what it is. Eyes in my opinion are the window to the soul. A person unwilling to look another in the eyes has something to hide. Someone who can gaze into another's eyes has courage and is willing to open up. Eyes carry truth, pain, happiness, courage, determination, and so very much more. This weeks selection of eyes has be so overwhelmingly powerful and inspirational to me. Hope you all enjoy.


http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/22755551/ Fri, 23 Jan 2009 08:58:08 PST
Fast paced world

Movers and Shakers : Automotive works of inspiration

http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/22613747/ Fri, 16 Jan 2009 12:21:42 PST
Weeeeeeeee!!! Once I learn all this I am going to start showing features and more. Stay on the lookout as I learn my new toys!!

Thank you!!!


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I have watched a few friends go through tough times of late. Some of them have been through emotional struggles and others have been through financial hardships. At the end of the day it all becomes emotional. To see people put down their lives to fix a mess is heartbreaking and emotionally disturbing. Realizing that there is nothing I can do makes it even more difficult. I can offer me, who I am and the things I am capable of. That is all I can do. These people I care dearly about are getting through their times and pushing forward. That is uplifting and a powerful tribute to the human spirit. Keep pushing, I will help.

This year poses to be a difficult one economically and personally. I still think '09 will be the beginning of my 'new' life. Things will still keep going up. I will take out the roadblocks. I have some really ambitious projects that I would love to see take form this year. Thank you to my friends that have been taking so much time to look through my work and offer creative thoughts on it.

Thank you all so much. Please accept my apologies for not having as much time as I would like to have lately. I am trying to get through all of your new deviations and respond to all your activities. I seem to be trying to keep up with so many people now. Just know that it means the world to me that so many appreciate my work. Hopefully I can get my membership and start featuring some of your great work.

Till next time...

]]> *TJPHOTOGRAPHY http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/22417956/ http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/22417956/ Mon, 05 Jan 2009 15:57:07 PST
This year promises to be the best year for me since I graduated high school. Mind you, that was just shy of a decade ago. I have done nothing but struggle and fight for nearly ten years. It seems that everytime my head popped out of the nasty hole, someone's foot was there to kick me back in. Well, here I am. 2009, pushing forward with more aggression and stamina than ever before. More willingness and positivity than I could ever imagine I could pull from the depths of my person to propell me into this new year.

So big plan this year?? I really hope so. I have some big plans. I shall enlighten you on a few of the biggest.

New Camera, my XT has been great, but I really want to upgrade.

Learn and study both my work but also others work to find that missing link that I have been searching for.

Find some sort of financial stability. I don't have much to loose, so I can only go up from here.

Produce my calendar to be released in 2010. Automotive themed.

Be me under all circumstances. No matter how violent the rip tides are still stay the course. I am me and I am not changing.

Strengthen my friendships with those that matter. You know who you are. Within that same bullet point, I want to meet all of you.

Find the extra $30 to get a membership here.

I am so excited about the upcoming year. I already have a good list of potential clients for this year and that alone will give me a major jump start.

I will all of you the best in 2009. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for being there to see me through my tough times over the last two years. Thank you for the critique, knowledge, and learned skills.

]]> *TJPHOTOGRAPHY http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/22300088/ http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/22300088/ Wed, 31 Dec 2008 10:22:59 PST
2008 Year in review:

Biggest Accomplishment: Getting some work published

What Goals were met: got a steady JOB and got my bills paid

Biggest changes in life: moving the Las Vegas

Biggest disappointment: watching so many "friends" turn their back on me

Biggest realization: That a person has to be 100 percent behind someone to stab them in the back...

Biggest mistake: not following through on a few things I should have

2009 Looking Forward:

Biggest Goal: Go to school and learn more about photography

and last but not least my New Years Resolution: Become financially stable

2009 Promises to be a huge stepping stone for me as I push harder than ever before to make something of myself. I realized that I am not as young as I once was. I want to be able to get my cash flow issues stabilized and work towards getting a house. I want to have a family someday. This year is for me...

I wish you all a Very Happy New Year and may 2009 bring you great things!

Tim

]]> *TJPHOTOGRAPHY http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/22259626/ http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/22259626/ Mon, 29 Dec 2008 11:42:07 PST
Through my little drive I ended up in Prescott, AZ and took some time to take photos. Other than that I spent most of my time with my family in Northern Arizona.

Seems as we get older the gifts we recieve mean more and more every year. Time and thought was put into each give that I gave out this year. I handed out prints. They went over very well. I was super excited. I came home with some goodies as well. I got a new Canon Daypack. It is remarkable! Inside there was an old 1973 Nikon F camera with lens.

Aside from Santa time, I spent alot of time shooting. The weather was on and off all week. Blizzard one day, sun the next, and temps as low as 4 below zero. The roads were a disaster, but that can't stop me...hahaha.

I am really looking forward to taking a photo class and learning darkroom stuff.

I really hope all of you had a wonderful Christmas and have a Happy New Year.

I plan on one more journal to finish off the new year. A set of questions regarding 2008. Should be fun!

Talk at ya soon!

]]> *TJPHOTOGRAPHY http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/22123205/ http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/22123205/ Mon, 22 Dec 2008 13:53:14 PST
I am leaving Las Vegas (I've always wanted to say that ) and heading to Northern Arizona. They have recieved a good amount of snow with more to come. I can't wait to grab my parents 4WD and head out to places that haven't been walked in or tampered since the snowfall. My camera will be on me and I am so looking forward to bringing some great imaged back with me.

Everyone, have a great and safe holiday. For those travelling, be safe.

Talk to you all when I get back. My journey will take me from Wed. to Sun.

Merry Christmas all!!

Tim

]]> *TJPHOTOGRAPHY http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/21946166/ http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/21946166/ Fri, 12 Dec 2008 11:49:06 PST
I took some time a few weeks back and looked through all of my previous deviations. Starting from the first image I ever loaded until my most recent. I am stunned at the growth that I have made during my two year stay here at DA. I am amazed, in two days it will be an official two years since I joined DA. I feel somewhat accomplished and amazed. I have everyone here to thank for this great experience. I know it will do nothing but grow.

Since looking at my deviations I decided that I am going to re-visit a good majority of my deviations. I pulled the external hard drive out of the closet and have been searching high and low for my personal favorites and some of my most popular pieces. I am now re-editing a lot of these photos. I know so much more about photo editing and what the appropriate steps to take are. I see a lot of those original images in an entirely different light. I hope you all enjoy this massive run of my past during this two year anniversary month. My apologies if I happen to delete any that were your favorites.

Thank you all again from the bottom of my heart. I am creeping slowly at that 10,000 page view mark and that is another accomplishment coming that I am proud of. I have grown so much and have so many to thank on my journey. If you are reading this, you are one of those that I need to thank. With all the immense talent out there I feel that I have come to personally know some of the greats.

Thank you!

]]> *TJPHOTOGRAPHY http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/21776620/ http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/21776620/ Tue, 02 Dec 2008 00:14:44 PST
Don't get me wrong, automotive photography is by far my favorite. I have been drawn to cars since I was a wee one squirming of the floor of my parents house. Cars will run through these veins of mine for as long as I live.

I have however found another avenue. I guess this is also a point at which I question myself. People tell me all the time how accomplished I am. To me, I don't always feel that I am. I go back through my submissions since the days of old and see where I was and where I am now. I have grown, yet, there is so much more I want to learn.

This other avenue I have found is a darker side. Seen in the self portraits I did recently and now finding its way into more and more of my work. I also have been taking every opportunity to get out and take advantage of every strange or new thing that comes my way. This other side of me that is rearing its ugly head is creative, yet strange for me. I guess I myself am not sure what to think about it. It is pure emotion and perception of that exact moment in time.

I still find great beauty in cars, but sometimes I feel as if I am missing something. I feel there are so many ways to express myself though my photography. There is so much in this world that passes us by everyday and so many emotions to portray. I am not falling into another slump by any means. This to me is just another form of expression.

I guess this is where I ask my fellow artists a question.

Have you wandered off your path and found another avenue that is just as expressive, yet completely different or unexpected from anything you have ever done before?

Thank you for reading this...

]]> *TJPHOTOGRAPHY http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/21668406/ http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/21668406/ Tue, 25 Nov 2008 17:26:30 PST
I am still busy taking photos and fianlly getting some deals together for paying gigs. Things seem to be cranking up for me.

SEMA was an absolute blast. It seriously felt like I walked over 10 miles in the two days I was there. All I really had was six hours to cover the show. I missed some stuff but I think I did pretty good for my short time frame. SEMA pics are slowly making it here. Only the ones that I feel are Deviation worthy. For the whole show coverage go here [link] .

Among other things I have just been busy with work and doing what I need to do to create something for me in Vegas. I almost had to put the camera down for a while and take a second job. I decided to make other sacrafices to keep growing in what I need to know.

For those friends of mine on DA, thank you for you continued support and creative eye. I want to keep growing in what I do and any help is greatly appreciated.

I am still doing my thing and will continue to do so...

Talk at ya soon,

Tim

]]> *TJPHOTOGRAPHY http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/21483506/ http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/21483506/ Fri, 14 Nov 2008 11:22:40 PST
We jumped in the car and took of to an industrial park to shoot. I was having a major issue with getting and definition from the car. I am not sure if it was lighting, the angles, or the car. Being that the car is flat black, black wheels, black tires, black headlights, and black pinstriping I was struggling.

I am not sure where I was going wrong. I felt like I had to over exspose the car to get the lines to show, and that just made the backdrop look horrible. I just wish I could figure out what I was doing wrong. 300+ pics and nothing really stuck out and screamed good photo. What a nightmare, I have actually lost sleep on this one.

I am going to reshoot it. Going to try night photos. Got my hands on some portable studio lighting and some aux lighting. I think night time might give me some definition. Not sure.

If anyone has any ideas, suggestions, advise, or otherwise please help.

Take a look at the two photos of the car that are posted. I'm just a little lost. Thanks for reading...

Talk at ya soon!

OH YEAH...SEMA PICS @ [link]

]]> *TJPHOTOGRAPHY http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/21404370/ http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/21404370/ Sun, 09 Nov 2008 12:18:21 PST
SEMA was in town over the last week. Parties, shows, the cars, the scene. I was only able to wander around for a couple days in there and snap everything I could. I have so many photos.

As soon as SEMA ended I was out at Nellis Air Force base, camera in hand, shooting the air show. I can't even explain the overwhelming feeling of accomplishment I had there. Ever since I was a small child I have wanted to see the Thunderbirds fly. I saw them...a childhood dream accomplished. So awesome on so many levels...

Now I have more and more projects coming my way...they are loading up and I am quickly getting overwhelmed. It is in the utmost positive fashion though. No complaints from me.

Today I am on my way out to feature two cars for a couple magazines, next week I have 12 cars to shoot, and then another feature car to shoot.

This has all just happened to me as well. I never asked for this, it just happened and that is what the best part is. I am just so happy, yet worried about getting photos editted and submitted in a timely manner. i will just have to buckle down and get it done.

The absolute best part was that I never tried to work and angle to get any of this, it came to me. I guess good things come to those who wait. Now all I can do is sit and wait to see if any of them ever make the publications. Trying to not count my chickens before they hatch.

I am going to be so very busy over the next three weeks trying to get caught up and keep up with the influx of new projects.

Thank you to everyone here who has helped and guided me to do better and work harder.

FOR THOSE WITH MYSPACE, PLEASE ADD ME...

[link]

We shall see where this goes!!!

]]> *TJPHOTOGRAPHY http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/21217369/ http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/21217369/ Wed, 29 Oct 2008 13:34:35 PDT
I am acutally going to go down this road and discuss politics. I am not going to tell you who my favorite canidate is or what direction I lean. This is just a general gripe and utter discust with the general population of social networking websites such as MySpace, Facebook, and here on DA.

As an American I am all about the rights we have the ability to freely tell the world how you feel. There is an old saying that goes something like this: "Just don't discuss politics, religion, and relationships with frieds." I feel that people have gotten off course and taken this whole concept to not just the line of acceptance, but blown past it.

I think it is great that so many people are involved with the upcoming election and fully agree that everyone needs to go vote. However, I have had many many conversations with friends and family about the canidates and the issues. It is nice to talk to someone, get their views and opinions and use them to form who you are. It is when people become irate and unwilling to hear another person out. As friends we should listen to our friends, regardless of if you agree. That is not how an open discussion should be.

I have seen a trend in the recent months of people forming opinions about others that has nothing to do with that person, but entirely to do with their political standing. The absolute worst part of this situation is that so many are so animate about thier canidate and believe so much of what they hear. Do 7you believe or do you actually know? I have asked many of them to bring factual evidence to back up their stories and accusations. This is where it gets complicated. I am fully willing to debate a person if they show me factual information. Don't approach me with hear-say and nonsense because such and such celebrity or political figure backed a person and you are because they are.

Form your own opinion, don't throw it down everyones' throats, go vote, and may the best canidate win. Please don't publicize who you hate and create barriers between you and the people that are part of your community. I care who wins, but you won't know who it is because I would rather not debate on here, as it is an outlet from the rest of the world to me.

Guess I will finish with this:

"Believe none of what you hear and only half of what you see."

Because at the end of the day we are all in this together. When someone shows you who they really are, believe them.

Sorry for the rant.

]]> *TJPHOTOGRAPHY http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/21108404/ http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/21108404/ Wed, 22 Oct 2008 10:35:12 PDT
Well, there are some really cool things coming up for me. There are some party shots that just turned out prefect along with some more automotive photos. I also had the opportunity to do a shoot at Nellis Air Force Base. I won't divuldge too much here. I do have a new section of photos that are just going to be awesome.

I have the priviledge to fly air tours over major destinations with the company I work for. Last week we needed some photos of the South Rim of the Grand Canyon as the leaves were in their fall change on the North Rim. I spent a full 7 hrs shooting, both from the air and the ground. Put on my employee badge and shot some really fun photos. I will be uploading bits and pieces over the next month or so.

Looks like I am going to be busy. I will have a couple Grand Canyon shots up today...Enjoy....

P.S. Think it is time for me to purchase a subscription...lol

]]> *TJPHOTOGRAPHY http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/20990295/ http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/20990295/ Tue, 14 Oct 2008 17:35:35 PDT
That is one gig that I have going well for me. There are others that are starting to present themselves to me. Some opportunites that are sneaking up and slowly becoming something. Some of my personal projects have become more now. I have perked the ears to a few people here in Las Vegas. Lets see where it goes.

SEMA is coming up, gotta get there! Car shows are still going. Viva is right around the corner. Special events in Vegas that are good times. Always something, all the time!!

I get to look at this city coming into town from any direction. I look at all the visitors, foreign and domestic. I think to myself, everyone else in the world comes here to get away, a vacation. I LIVE HERE!! I live on vacation. Everything is 24 hrs here too!! Well, everything but SoCal Speedshop and haircuts.

This has been an experience. The best move I have ever made. Now the fun begins!!

Thanks for listening!

]]> *TJPHOTOGRAPHY http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/20653440/ http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/20653440/ Wed, 24 Sep 2008 14:47:10 PDT
Well, here is the new "stuff." I am now a resident of Las Vegas. What a great place to be. There is always something to do, even on my dirt poor budget. My love for my camera is intense at the moment. Just so much to see with the lens of my camera it seems. I have shot nearly 1500 photos in the last month. My finger is almost stuck in that "click" position.

I have been shooting hot rod cruise nights for the love. , shooting helicopters and airplanes for work, I have also been shooting random things that I come by. I went out last night on a shoot that is was an honor to be able to bring a camera to. I was out a Nellis Air Base in the 547 Intelligence Squadron's warehouse and yard. I was surrounded by foreign weaponry and surveillance equipment for about 3 hours. I have photos of things that most people probably didn't even know existed. I have photos of Mig's, Hinds, and other aircraft. I even got to sit in a Mig 25 and Mig 29 last night. Pretty cool stuff. Over the next couple weeks I am going to be on a major upload routine as I get these done one by one.

I just have been privileged to shoot some of the things that I have been doing. Taking photos of Las Vegas from a helicopter, a few bands that are going somewhere, access to places that no one else can touch. The last few weeks have been a lot of fun. I am glad to be back and loving my camera.

I am really looking forward to getting going again. I am going through a business name change and a renewed love behind the lens. Not to make money, but to love being behind the camera again. I may be starting a new DA account to go with my new name. Should be fun!!

]]> *TJPHOTOGRAPHY http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/20618380/ http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/20618380/ Mon, 22 Sep 2008 11:57:48 PDT
end of story...overwhelmed....

]]> *TJPHOTOGRAPHY http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/19671763/ http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/19671763/ Tue, 29 Jul 2008 23:40:45 PDT
My answer was no. I decided to make a move. I headed out for Las Vegas in hopes that a job offer was legit. I ended up in the heat of the Vegas desert. Quite a bit hotter than the California desert. As it turns out, the job is legit.

I went in today for my drug test and am just waiting to start work. I am may start as soon as the end of the week.

I have not completely left Southern California behind. Most of my personal belongings are still there along with a plethora of unfinished work. I still have my ties there and only being 2 hours or so away. Emotionally it was a tough decision. Money is hard to come by during these times, gotta go where you can get it.

I am taking a job working for Papillon Airways as a website engineer in the sales and marketing side of the business. My art abilities with photoshop worked to my favor as far as getting the job. I am excited with the opportunity and the option for a career path.

Wish me luck...

Talk at ya soon...

]]> *TJPHOTOGRAPHY http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/19136339/ http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/19136339/ Mon, 30 Jun 2008 21:39:37 PDT
The big push is on. All the things I have learned have somehow sunk in. Took a couple days, but they have sunk in. Now all I have to do now I keep the push on to get my photo biz off the ground. I have a good start. New business cards, good contacts, and finally the drive.

I still need a daily bump and grind job. With places going out of business like it is going out of style it is next to impossible to find that 9-5 paycheck. I will keep pushing for that as well as push to get my side project off the ground. I see plenty of other photographers that do nothing but work photography. There is one thing that I have learned about that though, it didn't happen over night. On that same note, it won't happen overnight for me either.

Lets see where this road goes...

]]> *TJPHOTOGRAPHY http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/18435017/ http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/18435017/ Wed, 21 May 2008 17:05:24 PDT
My disgust with our economy, our democracy, and our constant struggle to maintain some level of a lifestyle has really gotten me down. As a family we have had a very difficult year plus some.

This is the world we live in. I will, as most of you, do all in my power to create a good life for my family and those around me. It becomes increasingly difficult everyday. I am now getting laid off once again. The state government has nailed our business with taxes, compounded with the slowing economy, we are closing. I came here for a secure job, funny huh?

But, this is no big thing. Now that I have once again spurred my love affair with my camera I am going to be ok. I am back again, doing what I love and what I do. I have business cards in the works, a website, and more so I can take this to the next level. I have a few weddings to shoot and more!! Things are going to turn around for me simply because I have the power to control what I do. God willing things are going to improve.

My deepest apologies to those that have been on here that I have neglected. Thanks for the many favs and compliments that I have recieved. Thanks to those who have made my photography a great exploration into who I am.

Tim

]]> *TJPHOTOGRAPHY http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/17264524/ http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/17264524/ Sun, 09 Mar 2008 23:29:25 PDT
I was involved with a custom car build for a TV Show. It is done. Never got to go to New York, but that is ok. Didn't win the $50k. I will leave it at that.

Haven't really played with my camera in that time. Between being broke, work, and life I haven't really been inspired. I think that is about to change. I took it with me to a car show, but I am bored. Is it that or loss of inspiration. Maybe I just need a challenge. I want to start shooting in RAW. Maybe that is the challenge I need. We shall see.

I am going to keep on keepin on. I will get it back. Just want to let you all know what has been going on as of late. I have 400 messages and over 2000 of your deviations to go through. I will get to them all....I PROMISE!

Talk at ya soon!

Tim

]]> *TJPHOTOGRAPHY http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/16921855/ http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/16921855/ Sat, 16 Feb 2008 23:08:46 PST
thanks again...

tim

]]> *TJPHOTOGRAPHY http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/16425631/ http://TJPHOTOGRAPHY.deviantart.com/journal/16425631/ Wed, 16 Jan 2008 00:23:39 PST
Figured I better keep you guys informed. Thank you for all the positive messages, and the messages asking how things were during my absence. Thanks everyone.

Talk at ya soon!

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I just hate getting on here to talk about how tough things are at the moment, but I guess we all go through it at some point in our lives. Everyday is a new challenge, but every obstical I overcome seems like a step forward. A step forward till I get blindsided once again by either another creditor, death in the family, or some other negative blow to our livelihood. Difficult, YES! Will I get through it, YES! I haven't and won't give up.

Sometimes I wonder if I should even post this here. I don't have money for a web site at the moment, so I give this link to potential clients. But, on the other hand it shows the real world that I am a human, with problems, like every other human in this world. My problems may not be as bad as they could be.

Not to sound politcal, but all of the free loaders that have leached onto the government's blood flow have made it increasingly difficult to help us out of this little nightmare. We don't own a house, so we are screwed. We don't have a solid income to get consumer credit counsiling, so we are screwed. We are a statistic, so we are screwed. We have lost almost everything we have worked for. All of our personal property has been either sold or re-posessed. I don't get it. We really needed a doctor, but can't afford it. Need dental, screwed. Need financial aid, nope. Just frustrated that our country is more willing to help out the needy in other countries, or the illegals in our own before they help out honest hard working American with families. (sorry, this is quickly becoming an entire new subject.)

Thanks for listening. Hope I didn't bore you all, but I really hope to get back on top and start taking some more photos...

Tim

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Just wanted to wish all of my friends a HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!

Eat well...come home nice and plump!!!

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Tim

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As for photos, I have a shoot planned for this weekend that I hope brings waves of emotion to all of you.

Thank you for listening.

Tim

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Tim

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I guess it is time to work on goals for the next year, considering New Years some how will be on me like a fat kid on a candy bar before I know it. I will throw a few out there, put my neck on the line. I guess it makes them official if I put on paper right? So here we go...

GOALS: New camera body (40D or 1D), more lenses to the stash, Photoshop C2, more time processing photos, make some money with my camera, expose myself to more styles, ect...

I guess I could go on, but I really want just the same as any other starving artist. I just have to make it happen.

My feet are wet, so here we go!!

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Until next time you can find me behind my lens.

Tim

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Thanks for listening to my rant!

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Tim

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I have also found myself dabbling into some new arts. I have picked up the brush and am learning the script and stroke. I did my first full 'old school style' pinstiping tonight. I suprised myself. You will be seeing photos of the soon as well.

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Tim

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With the passing of my grandfather, I realized that I can spend my life struggling and fighting to get on top. He did, it was worth it. I can't give up. So, now I am back behind my camera, pursuing even more to enjoy every moment I get. Capture every moment in time that I can, because it is exactly that, a moment in time. You can't get those moments back.

Thank you to all of you for helping me to keep the faith and push. Even when things get tough I feel that it is important for everyone to find their place of tranquility and be a peace there. Mine is behind the lense. My grandfather would want me to be happy, so here I go.

Love every moment you have, love all those in your life, and never give up. Push for that pedestal. I feel blessed to have him in my life. Short yes, meaningful yes. At 80 it would seem he lived a full life, but short if you really think about. We don't have that much time. Spend it well!

It is a good thing that I have a great Fiance at my side and a great start to our own beautiful family! I live for that!

Tim

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Tim

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Talk at ya soon!

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I have found that the countless car shows, late nights doing photoshop, and 14-18 hr work days have left me burned out and not wanting to touch the camera. Not the I have no passion, but that I have no time to meet the outrageous deadlines that are laid out before me.

After long deliberation I have made the choice to reduce some of my workload and get back behind my camera. Thanks to all the have been visiting my page, the many favs, and more. I am coming back!

Thanks for listening.

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Thanks again....

Talk at ya soon...

Tim

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Each day I learn more. More about myself, my loving family, and the world around me. I do my best to capture that world in some fashion. I have learned that my camera is my most important tool in life. With every image captured I have the ability to show people the world through my eyes. Even with the aid of photoshop and other digital manipulation tools, I can portray what I see. I now can take a raw image and focus on the minor details that initially got my attention.

These are the things that I can hopefully use to allow me to do the thing that I love to do, take pictures. This is the beginning of my legacy. Maybe not the most popular, but even small it is still my legacy.

I will continue to do what I love...

Talk at ya soon...

Tim

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My name is Tim. Photography is a passion for me and oddly always has been. For the most part I am a nomad of sorts wandering blindly through our world, with a camera in hand. I am what I would call a serious amature. I never really knew where it would lead me and after a few years of working towards a goal I am accomplishing something.

My true passion is in the automotive world. Growing up I spent my time as a kid either drawing cars or playing with them. They have always been in my blood. As I grew older I began working on cars, firstly my 1937 Chevy pickup that has been handed down to me. I began with taking a small disposable camera to car shows and occasionally got lucky and snapped a once in a lifetime shot. Thus began my start of sharing the world through my eyes with each snap of the shutter.

A few years later I picked up a small used digital point and shoot camera and began shooting more. Taking pictures for myself and my car club. At one point landed a deal to shoot a Hot Rod cruise in Phoenix, AZ for Dominationthevideo.com. That was the first time to have published photos online. It created a fire within me and I began my search to find a home to submit my photos to. I landed a deal with Hotridesmag.com and began shooting car shows for them. Not long after my first few shows I realized that I needed a camera upgrade.

I was able to get away from point and shoot and into the world of SLR's. A huge step for me. I picked up a Canon EOS Digital Rebel XT 8.0 SLR thanks to my fiance. From the moment I snapped my first picture with the camera it was as if a whole new world lay before me. The doors open more everytime I upgrade as well.

Automotive photography is my passion, but there are many other types of photography that I love to dabble in as well. I am always willing to expand my horizons and try something new.

I have since left Hotridesmag.com and now am shooting for Built2railmagazine.com. With the switch I am able to attain my goal of my work going into print. A dream of mine is unfolding before me. I am going to continue to go for the dream of Editorial Staff at a publication. Until then I am going to continue to build custom cars here in California and keep snappin' the shutter. I just have to persevere and endure, to inch my way to a dream.

Talk at ya soon...

Tim

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