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Natasha couldn't be more beautiful! A signature spirit that is organic + imagery that entreats you to lose yourself in the moment.

Meet www.natashacuevas.com

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Meet Natasha Cuevas from www.natashacuevas.com

my name ++++ Natasha Cuevas but officially it is Natasha Ramos (married name)

where i hail from ++++ Guadalajara, Mexico Now I want to hear everyone try to pronounce it LOL (goo-ah-the-la-ja-ra)

most weeks i just need some .... loving and sleep

I easily fall in love with .... my daughters laughter and my husbands personality

don't count on me to .... be fake

this spring i need .... to do some spring cleaning and shop for some clothes

sunday mornings you will find me .... spending it with my family

I am most difficult when .... somebody pissed me off

why i need your vote .... so I can win LOL

if I am typically craving something it is .... something sweet...

the reason i love what i do .... it makes me happy

the best piece of advice I have ever received with regards to photography .... When I was shooting film years ago I remember a photographer told me to always overshoot because probably of all those rolls there would be just "one" good photo.. and well~ 'till this day I overshoot ... I have a problem~ I am an overshooter =) Hey I think I made up a word.

the other photographer who i find to be inspiring .... Mario Testino www.mariotestino.com

a piece of equipment that is a reliable standby .... I hope I dont jinx it... my Mac computer..

one mistake I have made in my photography career .... not calling clients right away.. lost several opportunities due to this..

what I can give you .... a trip to your favorite destination with the funkiest locations, some Nikon Gear to go with it.. your own private assistant to carry all those new cameras I just gave you, plus an ass kickin party! OK .. not really but I had to say something good.. I guess I can only give you more of my images =)

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talent + passion + real! They hear it all the time! Every photograph a visual awe.

BTW: It's really fun to see two people having fun in life!

Meet www.bobbiandmike.com

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Meet Bobbi and Mike from www.bobbiandmike.com

our names: - bobbi+mike

where we hail from ....
++bobbi: I'm a military brat… I've called a LOT of places home. Most of my life I lived in Kansas City, Missouri. I moved to Indiana for college and fell in love with a perfect person named Mike… now, I'm a Hoosier J
++mike:originally Fort Wayne, Indiana. Now we call Indianapolis home.

most weeks i just need ...
bobbi+: an 8th day
+mike: more time!

I easily fall in love with ....
bobbi+: people in love.
+mike: red headed girls and shiney things. J

don't count on me to ....
bobbi+: be fake. I'm always 100% real.
+mike: Get up the first time the alarm goes off

this spring i need ....
bobbi+: a good old fashioned bicycle. Doesn't that sound fun?
+mike: Two extra stops from Canon! Come on already! Give it up!

sunday mornings you will find me ....
bobbi+: EXHAUSTED!!! I've usually WORKED IT OUT at a wedding the day before :D Mikey sometimes surprises me with an out to eat breakfast… those are my favorite Sundays. Hey, diet or not…. I've earned it! :D
+mike: Asleep and drooling on my desk after triple backing up Saturday's wedding photos

I am most difficult when ....
bobbi+: I don't get my way. Clearly, I'm an only child!
+mike: You wake me up early Sunday morning

why i need your vote ....
bobbi+: I've ALWAYS wanted to thank the Academy!
+mike: Karma damn it! I think we've made a few deposits over the years :)

if I am typically craving something it is ....
bobbi+: chocolate chip cookies and SUPER cold milk. MMMMMM!!!! ARE YOU KIDDING ME?! Be right back, I'm gonna go get me some!
+mike: Low in vitamins and minerals and high in fat and carbs!

the reason i love what i do …
bobbi+mike: We get to hang out with people in love, every week, on the best day of their lives! Does life get better than that?

the best piece of advice I have ever received with regards to photography ....
bobbi+: be genuine.
+mike: lens choice, camera settings, light...mastering all that stuff is great. But, it doesn't make you a real photographer. It's how you interact with people!

the other photographer who i find to be inspiring ....
bobbi+: Jesh de Rox. www.jeshderox.com
+mike: There's this wacky, out-there redhead who I'm inspired by daily :)
bobbi+: uhm… can I change my answer?

a piece of equipment that is a reliable standby ....
bobbi+: uhm… my 85mm 1.2
+mike: 70-200 2.8L IS

one mistake I have made in my photography career ....
bobbi+mike: not making enough personal time. (we're still working on correcting that...)

what I can give you ....
bobbi+: a good laugh, fun experiences and genuine friendship.
+mike: stories and images of real people being themselves.
bobbi+: wow, we're cheeseballs! Oh well, that's us!

Rainy and 35 degrees in Denver, Colorado! I found some amazing talent from the UK!

1. Loving Estelle! A thoroughly enjoyable menagerie of Reggae, Pop, Hip Hop and Soul! MY FAVORITE TUNE: ESTELLE AND KANYE WEST

2. Following in the wake of Amy Winehouse, Duffy is the latest soul singer from the UK. The highly anticipated album Rockferry was released today. MY FAVORITE TUNE: MERCY

3. A ladylike classic. NEED A CHUNKY RING?

4. Men, did you know that you should spritz your lower body first to get the most of your scent, then hit your pulse points (your wrists and your neck) where warm blood is closer to the surface. Creed Green Irish Tweed! Simply what a well-dressed man should smell like.

5. VIDEO CONVERSION MADE EASY! BUY NOW! Famous videographer and entrepreneur, Joshua Smith creates an unbelievable product to make your life easier! Introducing CINEMAOnline!

From Joshua himself ::
For the THOUSANDS of photographers ... videographers who own sites from the AMAZING BluDomain, we felt there was a need for people to be able to convert there videos without the complicated issues like knowing what Frame Rate, Kilobytes a second, Frame Size and so on.

Its as easy as 1-2-3! Just click import - select blu interface - set quality settings - then convert! It's that easy! We have been in production since last June perfecting the software to bring you the best quality of flash video. At only $39.00, it's a bargain compared to other companies that charge hundreds of dollars for software that is complicated and only geared for professional site designers.

One of the really cool features of CINEMAonline is that every-time BluDomain comes out with a new interface, we update our server and you will instantly receive the latest interface settings automatically in the software.

+++ BLU HEADED TO LOS ANGELES! Blu Cupcakes + Champagne. If you live in Los Angeles you do not want to miss this fun event! Limited to 20 people! Next Stop: Scottsdale Arizona and then Miami Florida! This is not our WORLD TOUR but our SUMMER TOUR! New AMAZING products about to launch for our SUMMER 2008 LINE.

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BLU raises the root for Canada's Justin DeMer's. His curls may get all the attention but we think Justin Demers photography skills are as deserving!

Meet www.justindemers.com

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Meet Justin DeMers from www.justindemers.com

my name: Justin DeMers

where i hail from: Canadiana. Just outside Toronto.

most weeks i just need some: Sun. This week I need a new tire.

I easily fall in love with: My fiancé.

don't count on me to: Go partying.

this spring i need: To get married.

sunday mornings you will find me: Gardening.

I am most difficult when: I'm tired.

why i need your vote: Because I'm Canadian?

if I am typically craving something it is: A vacation.

the reason i love what i do: I'm constantly around people in love.

the best piece of advice I have ever received with regards to photography: Follow the light.

the other photographer who i find to be inspiring: Ben Chrisman

a piece of equipment that is a reliable standby: 580 ex.

one mistake I have made in my photography career: Working too much.

what I can give you: A smile. :)

Ditch your weekend plans for the infamous Mother's Day weekend! Send me a photo of your mother by Monday morning at 10 AM MST. One lucky mom will win FLOWERS and you will FLOWERS too! Send A photograph of "the mom" only! SEND TO ME!!!!

The perfect gifts without the hassle!

1. Mama needs a clean car! Hand wash her car or take it to the professionals. Sign her up for a full detail!
According to the Consumer Reports, the top 10 cars of 2008 are the Toyota Prius, Chevrolet Silverado, Toyota RAV4, Hyundai Elantra SE, Hyundai Santa Fe, Honda Accord, Toyota Sienna, Infiniti G3, Lexus LS 460L, and my favorite " the Mazda MX-5 Miata"

2. Make mama's garden look good for spring! You are investing in good karma when you create beauty in this world. She will love the simple pleasures of smelling freshly planted flowers. The top three flowers this spring are Gladiolus, Dahlias, and Lilies.

3. Happy Mother's Day! The mother/ queen/ muse/ whatever gets a cupcake. The trick is to make them! Homemade cupcakes with her NEW KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer from www.williams-sonoma.com

++ Did you know that.... during the American Civil War, social activist Julia Ward Howe organized Mother's Day as a way to unify women against war and promote nonviolence.

4. You should think twice before giving her a generic gift like roses or jewelry! Mama deserves a guilt free day indulging in delightful, pretty things at Antropologie! Gift wrap a lovely $$$ gift card and spare no change!www.anthropologie.com

5. How random would it be to take mama out on a bike ride with a bag of popsicles! Bicycle around her neighborhood and hand out popsicles. Quality time .... all they want is quality time! NEED A BIKE??

++ Bonnie Novotny knows no boundaries and it WINS her a seat to the famous EXPOSED WORKSHOP in Washington, Illinois! Jeffrey + Julia Woods picked the winner and were smitten by Bonnie's creativity to include their children and I personally loved the "REAL" sticks! Congratulations BONNIE! Email me!

A few seats left for the May 19th through May 21st workshop. www.theneedtochange.com! A value of $1600.00. Yes, this is the workshop that everyone brags about.

]]> http://bludomain.com/blog.cfm?postID=286 http://bludomain.com/blog.cfm?postID=286 Tue, 06 May 2008 17:18:00 GMT www.theneedtochange.com! A value of $1600.00.

One workshop that we always hear rave reviews is this one! Do not miss the opportunity to be there for FREE! Julia Woods is so brilliant in life that you leave feeling that you can conquer the universe ... not just the world. Jeffrey Woods well how fun is he to look at? hehe

TO WIN send us a black and white photograph of you holding a sign with stick people. Label them "the jeffrey" and "the julia" Photographs must be in by May 6th at midnight. SEND ME YOUR ENTRY

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Meet Amelia Lyon Photography

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Meet Amelia and Justin Lyon from www.amelialyon.com

Our Name: Amelia ... Justin Lyon

Where we hail from: Beautiful Orange County, SoCal baby!

Most weeks we just need some: More hours to play

We easily fall in love with: Our two little boys more and more each day....and new music!

Don't count on us to: be in bed before 1am

This spring we need: a tilt shift lens

Sunday mornings you will find us: Scrambling together to get to church on time!

We are most difficult when: Justin gets too much sleep and Amelia doesn't get enough.

Why we need your vote: Well duh.....how are we going to win if you don't vote for us!?!

If we are typically craving something it is: Dark Chocolate....HANDS DOWN!

The reason we love what we do: We get to work with people on the happiest day of their lives'..... well, most of the time!;)

The best piece of advice we have ever received with regards to photography: Remember that there are no rules, just shoot what and how love to!

The other photographer(s) who we will find to be inspiring: Nate ... Jaclyn Kaiser from The Image is Found
www.theimageisfound.com

A piece of equipment that is a reliable standby: Our 35 mm 1.4 Canon lens....it's our favorite!

One mistake we (Amelia....;))have made in our photography career: let our Canon 5D roll down a hill and land in a stream in the middle of an engagement session....OUCH!

What we can give you: Some Amelia ... Justin love through our images 24 hours a day, 7 days a week!

Happy Cinco de Mayo!!!!!

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Meet Shannon Sewell

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Meet Shannon Sewell from www.shannonsewell.com

my name .... Shannon Sewell
where i hail from .... Vancouver WA

most weeks i just need some .... R...R. hmmm... maybe next week...

I easily fall in love with .... big hearts and kind souls

don't count on me to .... cook you a meal. take you out? yes :)

this spring i need .... a good ole' fashion road trip

sunday mornings you will find me .... just coming in from my crazy saturday night! okay, okay... getting woken up by a cute little voice saying 'mom, mom... are you awake?'

I am most difficult when .... you wake me up early in the morning, not a good idea (unless you have a cute little voice) ;)

why i need your vote .... other than totally making my day? cause i am in luv with blu and would totally represent ;)

if I am typically craving something it .... probably costs more $$ than i should be spending

the reason i love what i do .... playing, chatting, messing around, making new friends... all while i take pictures? yeah, it's good.

the best piece of advice I have ever received with regards to photography .... make sure what you do stirs something inside. this journey is all about the love ... passion you put into it.

the other photographer who i find to be inspiring .... jesh de rox. an inspiring, beautiful mind.

a piece of equipment that is a reliable standby .... 85 1.2L, always good for some creamy goodness

one mistake I have made in my photography career .... doubting myself. wait... maybe i shouldn't put that... :)

what I can give you .... lotsa love and all my secrets! well, photography related ones at least ;)

++ WIN a FREE SEAT to the EXPOSED WORKSHOP taught by the famous Jeffrey and Julia Woods on May 19th through the 21st in Washington, Illinois. www.theneedtochange.com! A value of $1600.00.

One workshop that we always hear rave reviews is this one! Do not miss the opportunity to be there for FREE! Julia Woods is so brilliant in life that you leave feeling that you can conquer the universe ... not just the world. Jeffrey Woods well how fun is he to look at? hehe

TO WIN send us a black and white photograph of you holding a sign with stick people. Label them "the jeffrey" and "the julia" Photographs must be in by May 6th at midnight. SEND ME YOUR ENTRY

++ Next week I will personally introduce you to Charlie. If you think you are silly enough, send me your black and white photograph making the silliest face possible. If Charlie finds you worthy you could be his next best friend. Photograph must be 500 pixels high.
Email Me

++ We want to thank everyone for the amazing kind words that you continually spread. We are burning the midnight oil to show you are appreciation with some of the most FANTASTIC, innovative and revolutionary products to hit the industry EVER! Of course ... with our clients in mind. Always!

++ BLU CONCIERGES had a fabulous idea! The First Annual BLU AWARDS. If you have a category you would like to see awarded Email Us !!

1. Did you know that most NEW businesses fail? Less than half survive the first 5 years? Sometimes starting a business would be so much easier if could actually just borrow money from family and friends. Well now you can hit up your peeps for seed money and not risk losing the relationship ... www.virginmoney.com

2. Kiss those extra pounds good-bye! FIT AND SLENDER HELPS MAXIMIZE FAT BURNING, INCREASE ENERGY AND REDUCE CRAVINGS! Plus the best part is you don't have to swallow those big FAT horse pills.

3. I am obsessed with Mexican food + Margaritas! Commemorate the Mexican Army's defeat of the invading French forces at the Battle of Puebla on the 5th of May. A little history for you!

Celebrate in style by creating the perfect margarita. www.williams-sonoma.com

4. Would you want Dr. McDreamy to be your maid of honor? The romantic comedy that is set to hit theaters this Friday Made of Honor

5. Cowboys boots are no exception to my wardrobe this spring. BUY A PAIR! These are the boots you never take off because the become a part of you!

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It's unlikely that you haven't heard of Erik Clausen from BEAPOSER.COM

Clausen has an undeniably carefree and creative vibe. Sure he has a following and he has found audiences in unlikely places ... like a nomination that came all the way from the Cebu, Philippines. But what truly sets him aside his humility.

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MEET ERIK CLAUSEN FROM BEAPOSER.COM

my name...
Erik Clausen

where i hail from...
Dallas / Ft.Worth

most weeks i just need some ....
Grace. thank God my wife has a degree in Grace.

I easily fall in love with ....
Passion. i am immediately attracted to/drawn to passionate people. it doesnt matter what their passion is, it moves me.

don't count on me to ....
Be content. i always try to push myself to learn something new, and i believe change is the spice of life. or maybe its a hatred of monotony?

this spring i need ....
to hire my wife! she is so good at the things i am terrible at, i.e. running a business, making appointments, etc.

sunday mornings you will find me ....
Worshiping God.

I am most difficult when ....
I am in a rut. i loathe monotony.

why i need your vote ....
"Bootsy needs a new pair of shoes."

if I am typically craving something it is ....
My wife, or mexican food. Typically in that order.

the reason i love what i do ....
I get paid to create. It never ceases to amaze me.

the best piece of advice I have ever received with regards to photography ....
"Show what you want to shoot." I like to shoot a little more edgy than maybe the typical wedding photographer, so i always show my most "out there" work. The worst response you can get to your work is, "eh", or indefference. - Thats a cliffnotes version of advice i got from the anti-workshop in austin form the boutwells and JMC.

he other photographer who i find to be inspiring ....
Justin Demers, period.

a piece of equipment that is a reliable standby ....
$15 deer light from wallmart, complete with a manilla folder-taped, sawed-off snoot. yeah thats right.

one mistake I have made in my photography career ....
Hestitaion. Never hesitate. Go for it! Get the shot. lay on the ground, get in her face, whatever, but dont hesitate because you think they wont "get it".

what I can give you ....
On a good day, inspiration. On a bad, a little attitude. Today, my Love.

++ We are obsessed right now with creating our Spring line and burning the midnight oil in "the shack."

++ Next week I will personally introduce you to Charlie. If you think you are silly enough, send me your black and white photograph making the silliest face possible. If Charlie finds you worthy you could be his next best friend. Photograph must be 500 pixels high.
Email Me

++ Stay tuned for the announcement of BLU traveling the world. Yes WORLD TOUR!

++ Congratulations to Kathy McCloy for winning our latest photography contest. www.kathymccloy.com
Email me girl to claim those NIKES!

++ VOTE for this month's new contestants!! VOTE

1. Did you know that you need internal cleaning just about now! If you experience fatigue or excess weight or food allergies or impaired digestion or mood swings or recurring headaches or a protruding belly or skin problems then more than likely you are TOXIC. DETOX NOW!! If you are skeptical visit the Picture Gallery and the Testimonial section and then call 1-800-877-0414.

Spend another $16.97 on the newly released
YOU: the Owner's Manual: An Insider's Guide to the Body That Will Make You Healthier and Younger.

2. The latest in a long string of super hero vigilantes should prove an interesting watch for devoted comic book lovers this Friday. IRON MAN opens in theaters on May 2nd.

3. Lots of hype over the Raw Food Diet. It makes sense! Eat whole food as nature intended.
What you will eat: fresh fruits and vegetables and nuts and seeds and beans and grains and legumes and seaweed and unprocessed organic or natural foods or freshly juiced fruit or water or young coconut milk. GET INSPIRED TO MAKE A TRANSFORMATION MENTALLY AND PHYSICALLY.

4. We will keep this pretty simple, I predict Grand Auto Theft will become the biggest game release of 2008. BUY YOUR COPY HERE

5. Pregnant women desire comfort. TEES that FIT EVERY BUMP

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Send to info@bludomain.com We will begin the interviews and in JUNE you will VOTE.

Oh, she is delightful! Meet our current 2007-2008 Photographer of they Year: Jasmine Star

my name ++++
jasmine star

where i hail from ++++
orange county, california

most weeks i just need some .... extra days in my weekends! :)

I easily fall in love with .... two letters: jd

don't count on me to .... return your phone call (i'm TERRIBLE with phone calls!)

this spring i need .... to reinvent myself

sunday mornings you will find me .... at church in the morning, eating mexican food for lunch with my family, and cuddling with my dog while indulging in reality television at night!

I am most difficult when .... i haven't eaten. eeek, i'm a total crab if i don't snack throughout the day...

why you need to vote .... because it's a privilege, not a right.

if I am typically craving something it is .... chocolate. duh?! ;)

the reason i love what i do .... making girls feel gorgeous is the biggest compliment. i LOVE when women feel beautiful, confident, and happy.

the best piece of advice I have ever received with regards to photography .... HAVE FUN!

the other photographer who i find to be inspiring ... www.johnrussophoto.com (amongst MANY others!!)

a piece of equipment that is a reliable standby .... the 50mm, 1.4.

one mistake I have made in my photography career .... not taking bigger risks

what I can give you .... love, honesty, and dorkiness

what photographer of the year has given you... the ability to know there are people who believe in your ability to succeed...even when you sometimes doubt yourself.

++ I admit I've always wanted to be a photographer. The ability to make people feel beautiful, the freedom to be creative and the control of my own hours are tempting to say the least. Unfortunately my talent is lacking so I will have to be content gossiping to the world of fabulous people! I'm back and rejuvenated.

1. iTunes mania tomorrow when MaDonna releases her new album, Hard Candy! A juxtaposition of tough and sweetness. MaDonna's talks about the new album!

2. Do you need an immunity booster? Stock your refrigerator with green tea + chili peppers + ginger + blueberries + cinnamon + sweet potatoes + tomatoes + figs + mushrooms + pomegranates. Even though I refuse to eat sweet potatoes rumor has it that they are one of the healthiest foods on the planet. They are known to help protect you from diabetes and Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, liver disease, cystic fibrosis, HIV, cancer, heart attacks and a stroke. Think one a day! Yummy!

3. Drivers start your engines. Nintendo Wii releases Mario Kart as well as the introduction of the Wii Wheel. A riveting racing game bolstered by fresh features. BUY FUN STUFF!

4. If you want to make a statement about saving our earth, check out this "Go Green" bag by Juicy Couture. Make a change and do it in style. Simple habits such as recycling and reducing daily matters are simple habits that show good will to Mother Earth. Save our Earth

5. FREE MUSIC. DOWNLOAD IT NOW!! Coldplay will make it's first single from their new album available as a free download. One week only. The song "Violet Hill" the first single from "Viva La Vida"

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1. Black and white self portrait images for our Daily Life section. Image must be 150 wide x 145 high in pixels. Send to info@bludomain.com I would LOVE recent images!!!

2. The winner of our BLOG photo contest will be announced on Monday.... that means we need new entries. You could win a pair of NIKE'S. This month's contest will be "the dog" Image must be 320 wide x 210 high in pixels. Send to info@bludomain.com

3. Nominate who you deem to be worthy for this year's PHOTOGRAPHER of the YEAR. We are looking for the photographer who hasn't had their chance to shine, the photographer who is beyond talented, the photographer who WANTS to become famous over the year. Yes think American Idol. It really happens at BLU. hehe

Send to info@bludomain.com We will begin the interviews and in JUNE you will VOTE.

MORE FUN STUFF to come!!

]]> http://bludomain.com/blog.cfm?postID=280 http://bludomain.com/blog.cfm?postID=280 Wed, 16 Apr 2008 04:05:00 GMT 2. March 25th we had another major increase in new clients. It's very exciting however it's impossible for me to blog when we are barely getting any sleep at BLU headquarters.
3. Do not worry I am gearing up for some exciting NEW adventures and BLU is just about to launch some pretty unbelievable NEW concepts and products.
4. Plus stayed tuned BLU is going on tour with some major speakers this fall. WOOHOO

Happy Spring to everyone!

Meet Morgan, a self-confessed lover of feminine details!

View the beautiful websites below celebrating our new line, Blu Couture.

VIEW MORGAN
NOTE: Video being uploaded so that section is temporarily not working!

Only 100 websites will be sold of each design. ON SALE NOW!!! Video is an additional $150.00. Colors can not be edited.

ONLY $400.00! Unique and fresh for SPRING!

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