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  • Snapshooter Profile December

    Posted on December 7th, 2009 Administrator No comments

    Check out this month’s featured photographer, Michael Bryan….

    Photographer Name: Michael Bryan
    Home Town: Bartlesville, Oklahoma

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    Michaels snowman....one of 3 winning snapshots voted by our customers

    Michaels snowman....one of 3 winning snapshots voted by our customers


    Would you say you’re a snapshot taker, or a pro, or something in between?
    I would say I am somewhere between a serious amateur and a pro.

    What kinds of pictures do you enjoy taking?
    I really enjoy shooting macro’s, especially of flowers, but I am expanding my horizons a bit and starting to do more landscape shots. My photos can be seen on Flickr at mbryan777. In fact my Lizzy’s Fresh Coffee label is featured there.

    Have you had a chance to share your fame, or your coffee with others?
    I’ve been sending bags of Lizzy’s coffee to friends and family and they like it!

    And last but not least…how do you take your coffee?
    I like my coffee strong, so I grind it fine. Then I add a bit of hazelnut creamer.

  • Snap-Shooter Profile, October

    Posted on October 30th, 2009 Administrator 1 comment

    Check out this month’s featured photographer, Ricardo Carreon…

    October Snap-Shooter Profile
    Photographer Name: Ricardo Carreon
    Home Town: Saltillo, Mexico

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    Ricardo's winning picture...do the tube socks make you go higher?

    Ricardo's winning picture...do the tube socks make you go higher?

    Would you say you’re a snapshot taker, or a pro, or something in between?
    Semi-pro. I have sold many pictures, but my main occupation is not photography.

    What kinds of pictures do you enjoy taking?
    People pictures, travel pictures and landscapes.

    Have you had a chance to share your fame, or your coffee with others?
    Yes, I showed the picture on the coffee bag to my parents (they are the grandparents of the kids in the photo) and they were simply delighted. I also left a bag with them to taste the coffee, I am pretty sure they will like it as the smell of the beans was outstanding!

    And last but not least…how do you take your coffee?
    Espresso. I like the rich flavor espresso in the morning and after lunch.

  • Snap-Shooter Profile, September

    Posted on September 17th, 2009 Administrator No comments

    We’ve had so much fun getting to know the photographers who take all the great pics for our coffees! But wait, you’ve been left out. So in the spirit of sharing, every month from now on we’re going to share a profile of one of our most awesome snap-shooters. Check out their work, and find out more about them…enjoy!
    Heather C Kraft
    September Snap-Shooter Profile
    Photographer Name: Heather C. Kraft
    Home Town: Boston, MA

    Heather's picture of her dog and the doughnut bag....

    Heather's picture of her dog and the doughnut bag....

    Would you say you’re a snapshot taker, or a pro, or something in between?
    I’d say something in-between. I’ve taken a few courses in college but most of what I know comes from looking at other people’s work. I’m not overly technical or precise, I like to get a feeling for a shot as well as capture the moment.

    What kinds of pictures do you enjoy taking?
    You know, I used to be very opinionated about my subjects, but I’ve found the more that I try things, the more I realize what I like. A few years back I tried something different for fun, it turned out getting more response than other things I’ve worked twice as hard at. You can check it out here,
    http://www.flickr.com/groups/709368@N22/
    Before that project I ran around Boston photographing life-size cow sculptures – with my dog in them! I had to get creative because after the first 12 or so [there were 117!] my dog started giving me attitude. He’d put his ears back and look tortured. My final shot won me the contest that funded my camera.

    Have you had a chance to share your fame, or your coffee with others?
    It made me feel great to be chosen and I shared that success with friends. To get the news out as fast as possible I sent a mass email. This is something I’ve never done before, ever, and it really gets people’s attention [because I never do it]. Everyone has been extremely excited
    because they understand how much I love photography. But my dog also has a lot of fans out there and people were equally amused by the picture and excited to see him.

    And last but not least…how do you take your coffee?
    Mmmm, coffee. Just milk or cream, often iced and always strong and smooth. Actually, the Bad Dog coffee has really surprised me, it’s quite tasty and I often lean toward espresso for really good coffee.