Confessions Project

Psssttt....can I tell you a secret?

Sure you can..but it's anonymous and no one will know who's secrets are who's. We all have secrets we keep hidden down deep in our minds and hearts. Some just harmless and maybe others not so much. I'm sure you've seen the postscrets website..where real people write on postcards their secrets and mail them in and they are posted online and in books. This is what gave me the idea. Only I want you to photograph your secret as a piece of artwork. Be creative, design it anyway you wish. Its your secret and your art. But there has to be a few rules..I know I know...rules suck! But I want this to be a fun and respectful project that everyone can enjoy. So here we go with the rules below..

#1.NO NAMES will be used

#2 NO FACES allowed in the artwork

#3 NO NUDITY(private parts)

#4 RESPECT everyone reading

#5 IT MUST BE YOUR SECRET

#6 HAVE FUN!

I am giving you until December 31st to send me all your confessions and on January 1st I will post a blog displaying all the confessions sent. If this is something that I think everyone enjoys I will consider doing it monthly or bimonthly.

Now, to give you an example of what I'm wanting you to try. I've decided to confess a secret that I think is quiet silly and embarrassing...but true about myself. Sometimes its fun to just have alil secret that you don't share with others but this is one I was willing to fess up about and share in the spirit of this project.

Its important that everything you want known about your secret is in the photograph. I will not be writing any notes with any artwork. The blog will only be the artwork displayed and my blog about this project.

Your artwork can be done with just a simple photograph or you can get as creative as you would like as I did above. Scrapbook pages are a fun way of getting creative and you can use a regular camera or our cell phone to take the pic. Just please make sure you get a clear image and nothing is showing in the photograph except what your meaning to show. Also, feel free to send in as many confessions as you would like, just remember the rules when participating in this project. 

All you have to do is email your photograph to me at revflectionsphotography@yahoo.com

You can use an anonymous email or use your regular email. Either is fine, but its my promise that NO ONE will ever find out who you are!

FYI: If any of the rules posted above is broken your artwork will not be displayed.

This is simply a fun project I wanted to try and even if only one piece of artwork is sent in, it will be posted. I really hope that you will have fun with this and be sure to watch for soon I will be posting a second project I'll be working on in the new year.

Anyone with questions or needs more information about this project feel free to email me  or comment below and I'll answer your questions or help you in any way I can. I look forward to seeing the artwork that comes in and remember, have fun with it!

Projects Ahead...

I(Rev) have three new and EXCITING photo projects coming up in the very near future. These projects are for fun and there is no entry fee or cost to you to participate. I encourage all of you to please watch my blog and take part in these projects. These are an important part of my growth as a photographer and it would be a great way to show your support and join in the fun.

Project #1,  I will post possibly as soon as tomorrow. This project makes YOU the photographer. I will include all the details you need in the project blog to participate. So please keep an eye out for that post in the next few days.

Project #2 will be much more complicated and participation will be a very selective process....I will be asking for volunteers but more details to come with that project post.

Project #3 will be very controversial, delicate, and meaningful. Both project 2&3 will be very time consuming but, I'm looking forward to the challenge and the process. 

I don't think most people truly understand what my photography means to me. I'm hoping that after these projects you can see that this is not just about making a profit, but creating something I can be proud of. When I think about the day that I leave this world, I want to know that there is more of me left behind than a few material treasures. I want to know that I left heirlooms of treasures that many generations after me will love and cherish. The photographs of all those faces that my camera has captured will be forever adorn and loved by family and friends for years and years. That blesses my heart more than anyone knows. All the giggles, tiny toes, and sweet kisses left on cheeks of sweethearts....the i do's,  the milestone of seniors, and the birthday wishes. I am blessed to have had the honor to have witnessed some of the wonderful moments in your lives. And I am so excited to know that I will be here for so many more. You are a huge part of my future, my happiness and my growth as a person and as a photographer.

So again, please watch my blog for details of the projects ahead. I'm excited and so looking forward to this journey!

Rev

Tis the Season

Please visit the link below to visit my  online Salvation Army Kettle and donate whatever you can to help those who are in need this Christmas Season. It only takes a few minutes to make a huge difference in someones Christmas morning and every morning after. Because they will forever remember that a stranger took the time to care enough to give. Thank You for donating, Love Rev!




http://www.onlineredkettle.org/revondamccarty?ch=1&frmfaf=1&erid=1188925

SOUNDS OF CHRISTMAS

- by Del "Abe" Jones

There's music of the holidays

Playing on the radio -

There's Christmas decorations

Almost everywhere you go.

The Salvation Army bells

Ring out for the poor -

The "Ho,ho." of Santa Claus

In the department stores.

Carolers sing Christmas songs -

Going, house to house -

Tales about, where no one stirs

Not even, a mouse.

Hoofbeats in fresh fallen snow

Pulling, an open sleigh -

Children asking Mom and Dad

"Is Santa on his way?"

Cracklin' from the fireplace -

Roasting chestnuts 'neath the coals -

The soft murmur of prayers

Said, for the lost souls.

Friends and family gather

To toast, Christmas cheer -

There's sounds of angels singing

(If, you really want to hear.

The sounds of Christmas, fill the air

As we celebrate His birth -

Wishing joy, to all mankind

And peace to all on earth.

Introducing Tader Head Crochet

A little bit about Tader Head Crochet 

from tader head facebook page

Tader Head™ is a family-owned and operated business based out of Louisville, KY and is the brand name of the hand-crocheted hats and accessories made by the mother/daughter team of Jorena Faulkner and Alyssa Stewart. Inspired by little Tenzin Matan Stewart—the grandson/son affectionately known as "Tader Head"—each item is 100% individually hand-made with love.

Uniquely crafted from a variety of crochet yarns, to include natural and synthetic material (we will be developing an all-natural, organic line in 2012), many of our collections are specifically geared toward a positive theme. With our motto being "Crafting a Better Future," it is our hope that in purchasing a Tader Head™ product, the wearer will also be promoting a philosophy of peace, acceptance and love among all mankind.

For more examples of Tader Head Crochet products please visit their facebook page.

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Tader-Head-Crochet/114479355326179?sk=wall

Free Photo Sessions at Walgreens by Rev!

Tomorrow December 1st between 4-8pm I(Rev) will be at the Walgreens on Lime Kiln Way in Louisville doing free photo sessions. Come out and get your photo taken with Santa and receive a free 8x10 provided by Walgreens photo department.


The Glenview Pointe Shopping Center 2400 Lime Kiln Lane invites you to enjoy stories by Mrs. Claus. Listen to Christmas carols by the Sacred Heart Madrigal Choir while enjoying free refreshments from our many stores. Register for prizes at each store and take advantage of special one day sales!


Come out and see me bring the kiddos and get a free photo to share with family & friends and put your name in the drawing for free photo sessions by Rev for 2012!!!


See ya there ....Rev

Free Photo Sessions

Its the Most Wonderful Time of the Year

Black Friday is a day of spending and more spending... I cant help but get overwhelmed by the amount of money spent on Christmas gifts on that one day of the year. So, I decided to give you something for giving. Friday November 25th, all appointments made for the month of November or December will be free of charge with one of the following. 


Receipt of donation to any organization for holiday help 


New Toy or Clothing


Cash donation to put given to Salvation Army or Wayside Christian Mission in your name.


If you can think of any other way of giving to the less fortunate in exchange for your free photo session, please feel free to contact me and we will see if that works as well. My goal is to give. To you and to others. 


Photo sessions scheduled on that day will be outdoor sessions, except for small children and babies. I will make a special exception for them considering the cold weather. But we still have some warm days ahead with this crazy weather, so if you need to reschedule because of extreme cold weather or rain, that will be no problem. I'm so excited to see how many of you will reach out and give. Its so important to remember those who are less fortunate during this time of year. Its so stressful for everyone but doing something like this makes our hearts and souls warm with joy. It really is the most wonderful time of the year. Happy Holidays.


The schedule your photo session please contact me by email with the following information


1. your name & phone #
2. how many will be in photos
3.when you are available
4. how you would like to donate 


I will call or email you back at my earliest convenience and schedule your free photo session ASAP. 


NOTE: Its my wish that all donations be made no less than $25 donations. Only because it cost at least that much to buy a child a coat or shoes. This does NOT mean I will not accept less, please do not hesitate to contact me if you can only donate less. Every thing helps, every effort matters. 

blast from my past

So sorry for my disappearance. But back to our regularly scheduled programing LOL. 

“When you create you get a little endorphin rush. Why do you think Einstein looked like that”

Robin Williams