Barbara Salisbury, Syracuse, University, Summer 2002.
Most enjoyed - Least enjoyed:
"I enjoyed being an integral part of a variety of photo shoots, from studio-like portraits to more photojournalistic-style events. I am also appreciative of all the business aspects I learned, from generating estimates to invoicing, to establishing photographic rates." - Cleaning up the office -- a necessary evil!

What I learned:

"Working with John is a beneficial experience for any photographer, because you will learn all of the details and logistics involved in running a successful photo business. You will also come to understand and appreciate the value of your work and learn the importance of not underselling yourself."

 
(left) We were producing an ad for Government Executive Magazine, and Barbara was on hand to assist with the logistics of the shoot.

(below) Barbara, and another intern, Ashley, worked on the cover for a trade publication doing a feature on this subject in their conference room. They both stepped into the shot just for a memento of the shoot.
 
 
Barbara assisted me on a wedding, something I do only about 3 or 4 times a year. In addition to assisting, Barbara did some shooting of her own, not for the client, but with the intent of putting together her own portfolio so that, should she want to, she can have work showing her ability to shoot a wedding. Here we're shooting a group of the entire party on the steps of the cathedral.
On an assignment for Rosie Magazine, the subject was to be depicted "jumping for joy" and we needed to test the lighting for shadows and background position. Barbara was happy to accomidate the testing, saying something about never being able to be a cheerleader when she was in school.
On an assignment for New Mobility Magazine, we scouted a location which would provide a slightly different political backdrop for our subject, who was someone in a Wheelchair who worked at the White House. We located both the Republican icon (Elephant) and Democratic icon (Donkey) which would provide for a bi-partisan backdrop, and the White House was depicted on the side of the Donkey. The statues were a part of and artistic display citywide, and it was rare to find both together. Barbara sat in for the lighting test, and then, well, decided to kiss, well, you can see for yourself.
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