Infected with Life: A photographic journey

Branding – Soul Searching – Business planning, effectively – Infected with life and what that really means for my business – Little Chute WI Photographeru

Billy G — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 23:06:53 +0000

undeniably difficult and inspiring…

The last 3 weeks and into the next year (it seems) I have spent attempting to find my brand, a creation of sorts of who I am, what I believe in, what sort of photographic artist I am, can be, want to be and why I do this, amazing, life touching and creative thing.

I have a deep devotion to my friends. I have a deep love for my God, my country, my children and the fact that I am healthy and of sane mind. (Hey no discussion on that last bit please)

I love humor, I love laughter, I love hugs, I love touching the soul of another human being in a way that gives them pause to appreciate something new or old, from a new perspective. I am serious a lot of the time, as I am trying to focus and bring my life, my business, my very existence to mean something in the greater sense of the planet.

I am of the belief that all that happens to us, unfortunate, inspiring, electric, enveloping, caustic, sad, honest, surreal, real, false or true to the core of humanity is for a greater reason. Like when you take steps up to the top of a building. You might skip a few but because of Gravity(life) You have to step down at some point, to create motion.

I love nature, the fierce tiger, the brut Gorilla, the massive Great White, the stealthy quiet Mountain Lion, the enormity of the Lion, all of these apex predators. They all have a place fitting into their eco system. I believe people aren’t so different, we all live in our own unique skill set, or ecosystem. We add or subtract from that world in which we interact daily and thus we hone out our place in order of the system.

I am trying to find a way to brand my work to encompass all of who I am, so it is transparent, so there is undeniable authenticity in myself and in my work. It is the least and most I can give my clients.

So, I am a nice guy, just ask me, HAHA and my clients seem to really like me. So, being this warm sort of being with lots of texture, like an old bit of wood that has been in the right place at the right time, whenever people who walk along a path need a place to rest. That is me. Reflective, understanding, solid, compassionate, bendable but not breakable. Loyal. Honest. Real.

I hope to find that common thing that sets me apart and be able to tangibly identify that while allowing that to be connected to my work.

I wish you all a blessed day and thank you for reading for without you, clients, friends, fellow inhabitants of the planet, I wouldn’t have a place to be.

Be well. God Bless.

B

A blog post I found today that everyone should read.

Billy G — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 01:33:25 +0000

Especially if you are a new camera owner.

http://www.flythroughourwindow.com/2009/09/heres-marla/

Sean and Laura – Sturgeon Bay Wedding Photographer

Billy G — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 03:04:28 +0000

Long time coming…

My friend Sean is a really great guy. Great dad, competitive soccer player, great sales person(so if you need a new Audi, actually if you need a car at all, go see him and you will see why you need an Audi) and really a top notch friend. Devoted to his son, Ethan and juggles life with really great effort and all around well balanced ideals. Searched for a long time to find the woman of his dreams, and he knew what he wanted…

What he found…more than he ever expected…I knew that when he said to me at soccer right after he had met her…I think she might be it…He knew already. Laura is classy, intelligent, witty and I think she loves living life more than most people would guess.

They now have a daughter Ella who I can’t wait to meet, but if she is anything like her parents and big brother, she will be amazing.

Thanks for letting me share these days with you guys…Honest to God a blessing for me.

This is my official re-entry into the wedding photography realm. Please contact me now, because since Jan 1st I have booked 5 dates already for 2012. 920.609.7526. Domestically and Internationally. gellermanb@gmail.com

I look forward to being honored to work with you to create snippets of the memories you will make on your wedding day, that in the future, when you look at these images, you will remember how you felt and get lost in that moment all over again with the person you love.

Kendra n Mary; more like best friends – Oshkosh – Appleton – WI – Lifestyle – Photograqpher

Billy G — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 22:47:02 +0000

The best of friends…

A month or so ago Kendra contacted me and asked about doing a shoot like this with her mom because her mom has always said we should get some pictures done. Well her mom is a traveling nurse so when Kendra would do to TX to visit or FL to visit or all the other super awesome places…warm places…I would guess the last thing they wanted to do was get pictures taken…I would want to be on the beach too.

So we got together and talked about it before Christmas and set it all up Kendra would get her mom ready for it and we would do it on the Monday before they left for FL again…yeah rough life…LOL!

We had a great day, little overcast in Wausau, snow on Rib Mountain though was just great, a bit cold but good.

Her mom, Mary is great as well and really is her best friend. The whole time, they were giggling and talking. It is precious time they get to spend together I am blessed to have gotten the chance to document that. Very awesome to see.

So thank you both ladies…there are more to come…but these 2 I thought were very much about the two of you, elated to be together and content to be where ever you are at. Thank you so much for a great day!

Enjoy.

The End of 2011…The Start of 2012…a bit of a BANG…in preparation…

Billy G — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 22:01:06 +0000

The End of 2011…The Start of 2012…

As I have, over the past few weeks pondered the occurrence of New Years, I have this year, more than any other, looked forward to the new start. The end of one, for the most part satisfying year, and the start of what I hope to make a great year, professionally and personally. I have, with a great amount of help from some of my best friends, come a long way with my photographic career and so to those of you, you know who you are, I am indebted to you, always. I only hope that you also gained something from my friendship, that has perhaps aided you in your journey as well, if only a small part.

I have seen my children grow in leaps and bounds this year. Reasoning and learning, growing inside and out, starting to see the adults they will be, and I am proud, very proud to be blessed, in that they are entrusted to me, to guide, to teach, to help, to listen to, to try to understand, and always to love.

I have seen friends families grow and some friends lose loved ones. I have seen people that I love dearly pass on and I have seen others succeed in their great attempts. I have added new friends and lost some old friends. While this could be sad, I don’t lament that. Those friends left an imprint on my life path, we were both right where we were supposed to be. Life is this way, it is without a doubt the mysterious part of the universe that will bring a comet from the far reaches of space as it is seen to blaze a great trail through the cosmos. While in awe and wonder we watch the sky, and then like a blink of an eye, in no time, they are gone. Ahhh but the memory of that, those friends, they do linger…the thought in a child’s mind of …something flying through space at a speed we can barely say much less comprehend…is a wonder and conjures ideas in the imagination of children and adults all around the globe.

So I say to you my friends let those moments in time, your comet times, linger in your minds imagination, let them take you for a journey in your mind, and see what you may find in 2012.

God Bless your journey, your year, your moments. Cheers to all my friends around the globe. I am blessed and thankful for each and everyone of you.

I look forward to sharing 2012 with you and a great bottle of Cabernet…

Rachel and Tammy – Wisconsin – Fox Valley – Fashion – Photographer – Bill G Photography

Billy G — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 14:27:30 +0000

About a month ago I had the opportunity to work with one of my favorite people, Rachel and a new face that I had been really itching to photograph, Tammy. Rachel is amazing with hair and makeup and her people skills are right near the top of the ladder. Tammy is really great to work with, she has poise and class and she worked hard to get the look we were going for. Thank you both ladies.

A website about improving your photography, professional/hobbyist or beginner check it out!

Billy G — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 02:39:11 +0000

A great article about why it is important to do your research about the person you hire to be sure you will get the quality results you expect for the money you spend.

It is worth your time to explain your expectations and be sure they can be met, after all you work hard for your momey, shouldn’t your photographer?

http://improvephotography.com/2241/what-the-people-in-your-portraits-are-dying-to-tell-you/

Upper Midwest – Silicon Valley, CA – Melissa Otero – Editorial – Photographer – Billy G

Billy G — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 01:19:00 +0000

Yes more of Melissa Otero. You can purchase one of her songs here: http://soundcloud.com/melissaotero/the-one-i-want

Check out her website: www.melissaotero.com

Her free music download is at: http://angels.melissaotero.com

She writes the words. She writes the music. She feels the beat. She has passion and drive the likes of which I have never seen up close and personal. She will make it, because the only way she won’t is if the cosmos evaporates.

I was blessed enough to work with a great team of professionals to make these images happen and I am more than proud of Melissa, and I am lucky to know her.

Enjoy. My blessed friends.

Thank you Jessica, Christopher, Law, Jolly and Melissa.

Wisconsin – California – New York – Musician Melissa Otero – Professional Portrait Photographer

Billy G — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 22:07:00 +0000

I was blessed to work with some amazing people this summer in attempting to photograph this angelic voiced beautiful woman. Melissa Otero.

Check out her website. www.melissaotero.com

Thank you everyone involved. I get really lucky sometimes, and I can only blame God in Heaven for blessing me so. Thank you.

Thank you again Melissa. All my best wishes.

This what they actually look like:
AWESOME!

Elevate Hair Salon Team – Appleton – Fox Valley – Photographer

Billy G — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 20:59:27 +0000

I had an opportunity to work with the Salon to get them some images you all would recognize and that would be sure to showcase the team of professionals that will go their best to give you the best look possible and have the best of experiences. Slade likes to call it “Custom Hair Contour” and Cedric has said it is all about “Do Stuff”!

Give them a call, stop by and set up your appointment to be get a total hair experience with the best in personal service and attention to detail.
ELEVATE – Do Stuff!

Lori and Robbie your hosts.

Slade

Rachel

Cedric

Alex

Garren

Shelly

Jessi

Leighle

The whole Gang!

Everyone! Come see us! Call Elevate today so you can look your best when you “Do Stuff!” *920.574.2473