Brian LaBrada Masters the Art of Photography

As a writer who started journaling at 7 years old (with my Hello Kitty pencil), I have a deep respect and connection with those whose talents began to shine early on in their lives. Brian LaBrada is one such individual. He got his start in photography at the age of 9 years old, when he was gifted with a Nikon EM for Christmas. He's been shooting ever since, eventually becoming more interested in the entire process of film photography and developing his own prints.

So here I am: Introducing you, my fabulous Good Girl Gone Shopping readers, to Brian LaBrada Photography. Whether you are looking for someone to shoot photos of you and your family for the holidays or need modeling images to add to your portfolio, learning about this rad photographer will only help to meet your needs. Shopping for a quality photographer is just as important as shopping for a quality pair of heels, so take notice of what I gotta say:

Everything is about word of mouth; talking up what you do or who you know that does it best is important to getting your name out there. And Jennifer Galvan, Brian's girlfriend and personal assistant,  knows this philosophy quite well. She is the one who introduced me to Brian's work. (Jennifer is an amazing talent herself -- she is a writer and editor at PlasticSurgeryStudios.com.) With great pride in his work as a photographer, she would come into work with new shots to show me nearly every week. I was always impressed, as he is hands-down a master in the art of photography in both film and digital formats. His images are intense, close-up lifestyle shots, which capture a variety of vibes. From children's portraiture to fashion and glamour photography, Brian's goal is to produce fine art pieces that are one-of-a-kind.

Based in the Inland Empire of Southern California, Brian is no stranger to the overall industry of photography. He has worked with celebrity photographer Michael Grecco for two years, as well as Alan Weissman. He also looks to vintage photographers such as Jean Loup Sieff and Helmut Newton for lighting techniques and inspiration. Every photoshoot is a new adventure for Brian, as his artistic eye for beauty captures the perfect shot when you least expect it.

Services:

- On-location photo shoots

- Family and Children's portraits

- Engagement photos

- Wedding

- Fashion

- Glamour/Beauty

- Editorial

 
To reach Brian LaBrada Photography, please send an e-mail directly to: info@brianlabradaphoto.com.


You can also connect with Brian LaBrada Photography online:
 
http://brianlabradaphoto.com/

http://twitter.com/BLaBradaPhoto 

http://facebook.com/brianlabradaphoto

Shiela Hizon: My Favorite Los Angeles and Inland Empire Photographer!

I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Shiela Hizon, an insanely talented editorial photographer. I know her skills firsthand, as she has taken shots of me more than once. It has always been fascinating to work with Shiela, because she always got me, meaning she always understood my vision. And she, of course, had an insightful way of directing me. So here are a few of pics of me that she shot -- photographs that continue to amaze me to this day.

Shiela serves the Los Angeles and Inland Empire areas. She can be contacted directly through her website, Hizon Photography. Please check out her interview on ClosetMouse.com.

Say cheese!

Send Me Your Pic and I Will Critique for FREE!

New style pictures up in my photo gallery (and many more to come)! Not only do I encourage you to check out two gals who needed my help -- be sure to take notice of the January "New Year" Special. I will help you get your own look in gear.

What will YOU be wearing in '09?

New Year, New Me, New Design!

Tracking my diet and exercise on the daily plate (it's genius!), continuing to use cash instead of credit cards, scheduling styling photoshoots for my new before and after photo gallery, and giving my all in tae bo/kickboxing at the gym are just some of the ways I am approaching the new year.

Another big way is with my blog's redesign. While it is still the Diary of a Personal Shopper, feel free to refer to it as Good Girl Gone Shopping -- many of you already do. I am fine with you linking to my blog under either name.

I know it looks completely different, which I am happy about. This style and color reflects more of my personality and I believe, many of yours as well. I am still creating new categories and features, so please bear with me. And I would LOVE to know your thoughts. (The header image is a shot of me -- the same outfit I am wearing in my profile pic. Just up close and personal in a different way.)

Happy Sunday!

Stylista: Another Tyra Banks Production on the CW

Take a bunch of young 20-somethings with a passion for fashion and chic, ecclectic, yet debatable styles, and put them in competition with one another for a spot at Elle Magazine. They all want to be the next junior editor. The prize for the winner is amazing, but this group has an insanely tough editor to impress -- Anne Slowey. Think The Devil Wears Prada's "Miranda Priestly." Definitely entertaining, educational, and easy to switch off if you just can't take it anymore.

Did you watch it? It is a Tyra Banks production, following Wednesday night's America's Next Top Model, at 9 p.m. Yup, another hit.

Photo Credit: http://www.fashionforbreakfast.wordpress.com/

Fabulous Giveaway Worth Over $400!

I have an exciting fashion giveaway for you -- the first of many from the Good Girl Gone Shopping!

If you are a Beauty Chat fan, you know the tons of fun the gals and I had in the Bejeweled photo shoot a few months ago. The one-size-fits-all black, skull tank with gold Swaravoski crystals fit us all differently and yet, extremely comfortably! Denice of KDC Events and Leeann of Join the Gossip, both who are Beauty Chat contributors, can vouch for this.

Soooo....guess what I have to giveaway in a set of 3, worth over $400??? That's right -Bejeweled tanks! I am very excited to offer you fancy tees that can be worn a variety of different ways.

The styles and colors will be a suprise! So check back this Thursday, the 17th to see how to win! I'm soooo very excited for you.

Stay tuned!