Movie Star

After trying so hard to find new models all summer, I've pretty much run out of options. So, I simply had to get back to my roots and stick to what works - ME. As you might know, I'm a big fan of taking pictures of myself. And, since I couldn't even find someone to be an extra, I just used myself over and over again. (That's right - it's me talking to me!) I had fun with them, let me know what you think! (Please). 

Lady of the Lake

Since it's nearing the end of summer, I thought it would be nice to post these ultimate summer pictures I took today. Nothing special - not an actual photo shoot or anything, just my friend and old roommate, Liz. So summery, so refreshing!

Such a #beachbabe.

I took a ton of pictures of strangers too, but I decided it's inappropriate to post them, right? Does anyone know the rules?

Happy Last Days of Summer, everyone!

Chicken Run

Remember how I teased you guys with the last post? Well, congratulations on waiting it out - it's finally here! This summer my friend, Netanya, adopted a pet chicken named Ami. Of course, Netanya took Ami home the day before she had to go away on a trip sooo ... I got to take care of Ami! We had a lot of fun. Ami had curled toes (it's a common problem. Who knew?) which I made little shoes for. It was great. Anyway, Netanya absolutely adores Ami, so we had to do a photo shoot showing off how in love they are. It turned out very sweet (I think).

This is my favorite, even though you can barely see Ami

Remember to check out my new pet portrait business page (especially if you would be interested in having a photo session): katherinesolomon.com/petportraits

And also remember to check out my show at the Barnes & Noble in Kingston, New York!

Sorry, This Post is going to be a Little Bit CORNY

My beautiful best friend, Netanya, posed for a few shoots and I love the photos. Let's start with a few from the weekend:

Isn't she great? This summer she also got a pet chicken (who is great, by the way). We did a portrait session and it's really sweet. (This is my teaser for the next post (see what I did there?)).

Wedding Bells are Ringing!

Some of you might remember Juda Leah from previous posts (HERE and HERE); well this past weekend she got MARRIED! I know, it seems so mature. The wedding was beautiful and I took pictures, of course. Everyone loves looking at wedding photos, right?

 

Marwencol: An Update

Since my post (which you can read HERE) about my friend Mark Hogancamp is my most popular post to date, it seemed like I should give you guys an update about what's new in Marwencol. Big things are happening! It was recently announced that filmmaker, Robert Zemeckis, has plans to make Mark's life into a feature film! And, of course, Mark will hopefully be played by Leonardo DiCaprio. Of course. Here's the full article from cinemablend.com:

Robert Zemeckis To Direct Adaptation Of Fascinating Documentary Marwencol

Author: Eric Eisenberg | published: October 24, 2013 5:09pm PDT

Back on April 8, 2010 a man named Mark Hogancamp was assaulted by a group of five men outside of a local bar. The beating he recieved was so severe that he wound up being in a coma for nine days and suffered permanent brain damage and almost complete memory loss. Unable to afford the proper therapy and rehabilitation, he began to explore the world through his own imagination and the result was Marwencol, 1/6-scale World War II-era Belgian town that Hogancamp built in his backyard and populated with characters from his own life - including his friends, relatives, and even the teens who attacked him. In 2010 filmmaker Jeff Malmberg believed the story to be fascinating enough to warrant its own documentary, and now, according to The Hollywood Reporter, director Robert Zemeckis is going to turn it into a full fledged feature.

In addition to following the fascinating way in which Hogancamp worked to repair his mind, the documentary also followed the story as the photographs of Marwencol are discovered and published, leading the "artist" to become a figure in the New York art scene.

Caroline Thompson, who previous credits include Edward Scissorhands, The Addams Family, and The Nightmare Before Christmas is handling the screenplay while Universal is backing the project. The feature will reportedly "blend fantasy and reality," much like how Hogancamp's mind works.

After years of exploring the possibilities of motion capture technology, making movies like The Polar Express, Beowulf and A Christmas Carol, this will be Zemeckis' second feature after returning to the world of live action filmmaking. Last year he began this comeback with Flight, which received a largely positive critical response and Oscar nominations for both Best Actor (Denzel Washington) and Best Original Screenplay (John Gatins).

Whether or not the movie will end up being Zemeckis' next project remains a bit of a mystery. Late last year it was reported that the director was interested in re-teaming with Forrest Gump/Cast Away/Polar Express star Tom Hanks on the sci-fi story Major Matt Mason, but he the filmmaker is also attached to helm both the young adult novel adaptation Chaos Walking and a possible Who Framed Roger Rabbit sequel. Personally, I really hope Marwencol is next as it not only sounds like the most original premise in the group, but also because I would love to see what Zemeckis could do with the material.

2014

Isn't this a downer as a picture for New Year's?

It's almost the New Year, kids! Are any of you into resolutions and all that? I'm usually not, but maybe that's why I am not a billionaire or supermodel yet. Maybe not making resolutions is what has been holding me back this whole time, you know? What are some of your resolutions?

Not keeping up with this here blog makes me feel mighty guilty - it's been weighing on me big time, so I'm going to kick-it-up and really put an effort into bringing you great readers new content. I'm also going to try my hardest to become a super successful supermodel, business icon - someone that people will be jealous of and look up to for inspiration - is that too much responsibility for one resolution? I don't know how these things work! Ok, one more. I'll also try not to post cliched paragraphs on this website; for example, a post about resolutions before New Year's. I mean we've all read these things before, right?

Anyway, HAPPY 2014!!! I hope all of your resolutions come true and feel free to post any tips on resolutions or New Year's or even your New Year's outfits. I'm just very curious. Great, thanks.

DAD CONTEST: HAPPY BIG ANNIVERSARY POST

Hey Y'all! In honor of this blog's second anniversary I'm holding a CONTEST!! Exciting! I'm hoping this will be the first of many contests (I've got big plans, you guys, so keep checking back ~ PRIZES! FAME!)! For this contest send in your funniest, coolest dad shots. 

It's going to be hard to top my dad, Paular Bear: 

**Absolute twins**

Or my friend, Alissa S.'s dad who was even featured on dadsonvacation, as per my recommendation:

AND, has his own billboard:

Go, Dino!

Anyway, we all love dads so throw those entries at me, you guys! There will be a PRIZE!!! The winner will be featured on the blog and will receive a photo and perhaps an exotic gift of some kind ~ surpriZes!!!

Can't wait to see what you dig up!

Sixties Chic

Hey Guys! Sorry about that! You guys must have been waiting here so patiently! You all were probably on the edge of your seat waiting for the BIG ANNIVERSARY OF THE BLOG post, but I'm going to do that next time! I think a month behind schedule isn't too too bad, right? 

Here's a little nugget to keep you guys satisfied. Let me know what you think about this one. I've been doing a project where I take family/regular portraits throughout the history of photography. This one is in progress. This is 1960s. But don't worry there will be more to this pic! 

My Vision

Valerie Shaff, who I interned for this summer, did a photo-shoot of me! I styled it and told her my vision for the shoot. I've never had my picture taken by a real-live photographer before. The dressing gown was provided by Lisa Durphee at Five and Diamond Vintage in Hudson, NY.
Don't you love it? They're all pictures of me!

Last Days of Summer

I went to the county fair last weekend and let me tell you, it was fascinating!

Come see some of my pictures!

Isn't She Peachy?

Here are some more photos I took at my internship with Valerie Shaff!

These are of Lily.

 

Die Giraffen

Went to Animal Land this weekend. The #1 attraction in the Adirondacks (according to their brochure). It was a little sad, but mostly awesome. You get to feed and pet ALL of the animals. I held hands with a lemur!!!! That had to be the coolest thing I've done in awhile. 

Internship Post

Here are some behind-the-scenes photos I shot at a photoshoot from my internship the other day. I'm interning with Valerie Shaff.
All fashion provided by Lisa at Five and Diamond Vintage in Hudson, NY.

Zines

**ATTENTION: I NEED YOU GUYS!!**

I've been really wanting to make a zine for a while now. Wouldn't that be cool? And I was thinking it would be really interesting and fun if the zine had contributions from you guys! Does anyone else out there want to make a zine with me? Leave comments! This is going to be fun!
Art!

SPCA

**UPDATE: All of the dogs in this post have been adopted! Yay!**

So I've been volunteering at an animal shelter and have started taking photos to help get the animals adopted. Here are some of my pictures!

Cherry

It's Cherry again!

Thor

More Thor

Puppies!

These guys are tough, you guys!

Help out at your local shelters! You can adopt these dogs here:

http://www.ucspca.org/

Run Lola Run

We based this photoshoot on the German film, Run Lola Run. You can get pumped up with this song from the movie. This one is about running.

Mostly, our photoshoot had nothing to do with Run Lola Run.

 

It's starts getting maybe a little bit morbid.