On Location: Jacobsburg State Park

Every once in a while I share a great location in the Poconos and Lehigh Valley areas that I feel is a great place for a photo shoot. And now I get to share one of my absolute favorites, Jacobsburg!
All state parks really are beautiful and have beautiful natural spots but what makes this park special is also its Historic areas. But I'll let the photos do the talking.

Pros: Variety of natural spots and also bridges and stone buildings, bathroom available while park is open, lots of available parking, doesn't require a hike to get to the many available areas, not crowded. 

Cons: Since there is a creek there is a potential for little kids getting wet or getting in to mud. Something to think about if your little one heads right to the dirt in their best clothes. 

Let's Talk About Black & White

I LOVE color. I have seen some fabulously done black and white photographs. Here's looking at you, Ansel Adams. However, I am first and foremost a lover of color photos. This doesn't mean you will receive only color photos when you get your USB. Some photos I take knowing I will be making into a black and white photo in post-production, a few I decide on once I see the photo.
Most or all photographers take great care in their black and white post production, or setting up the black and white in camera. This is why it pains me to see one of my photos with a "black and white filter", possibly done on an iPad or a kiosk (you know how much I love those). Photographers have a specific style of shooting and also post processing. I'll share my personal black and white interpretation, though there are so many amazing styles, you'll notice as in all of my editing I lean toward a vintage black and white. 

So, what can you do if you see one of your photos that you think would look great in black and white? Avoid hitting the "black and white" button. Instead, you can ask your photographer to process it for you.  I would be happy to.

Oh yeah, one more thing... please don't do this:

I thank you, and your photos thank you.