My Story



It all started about a year after my husband, Carlo, bought a Nikon D-50 slr camera. For the first months after his big purchase, I couldn't quite figure out why he needed such a nice camera when my little digital one was just fine. Oh well, let him have his toys. He likely couldn't understand why I liked to buy so many clothes all the time. Those certainly wouldn't be creating any long term memories. Carlo is very smart. He likes to know how everything works. He learned everything about that camera and took pride in being able to "work" all the features. I used it here and there at first, and quickly discovered that "his" camera was much more fun to use. I found that taking pictures wasn't an obligatory task anymore, it was actually kind of fun! As for all the buttons...forget it. It had an "auto" setting. Who burdens themselves with all those buttons and things if you can just set it to "auto"?! I really started to enjoy being the one behind the camera and before long, I was taking pictures for fun. Sometime later, Jen Fauset, my great friend and amazing photographer, announced a class that she and her photographer friend, Marissa Vargason, would be teaching on SLR cameras, how to use them and take great photos. I had to go. It was fabulous! I found out why people use all those other settings on their cameras. Manual photography could create way better photos! I learned a ton and now just wanted to keep going! I was hooked. The class was a one time thing, but I used what I learned and what Jen would share with me in later discussions and tagging along on shoots of hers, a class from Marissa, lots of research and ongoing practice to continue to improve. Well, my supportive husband not only didn't mind that I was taking over HIS hobby, but for Christmas this year, he bought me a newer, nicer Nikon! He wants me to be happy and to succeed at whatever I choose. Thanks to him for being such a great man! Thanks also to Jen and Marissa for sharing their knowledge with me!



My hope is to brighten the lives of those whom I photograph and to continually improve my skills.

Monday, June 28, 2010

A Great Group!!!

Here are just a few, so as to keep some surprises. My mom's favorite cousin asked me to take these of her grandkids! It was a pleasure. They were so nice to be around and get to know a little bit. Their moms were every bit as delightful! Cute little baby Cameron wasn't in love with the idea of sitting still for pictures...but what a cutie! P.S. Click on the pictures to see a full-sized view.

Strange! All comments were gone for a time, but are now back! I deleted my double comment (I accidentally posted my same comment twice) successfully. All is well.

9 comments:

Janet Wilson said...

What a fun time we had that day. I loved all of the pictures and now I am stuck with the hard decision of which ones to have made up. Thanks Allyson for all your hard work and the beautiful memories you captured of the grandchildren at this age. Love, Janet

margo said...

Wow -- I am so impressed with these pictures. I need to find out how to order some. Thank you so much for doing this for us. They turned out Great!

Anonymous said...

I stumbled across your blog and your prices seem way high for very amateur photography. Do you really think you are worth upwards of $100 an hour? Most of your photos are off balanced and cropped looking. In just about every photo at least one subject is partially cut off. Sorry, but if I'm paying that much, I'm going to someone that is really good. Good luck though.

Janet Wilson said...

Allyson, whoever this anonymous person is they are very cruel with their comments! As you can see from Margo's comments, she can't wait to see the rest of the disc and have some made up. Both Michele and Meg have called me to tell me how much they lOVED them and they want to do the same. Meg just had a professional do Cameron and she is happier with yours. So just ignore the comments of small minds! Love, Janet

Michele said...

Anonymous should also have read that when you put the pictures on the blog that they some how were cropped funny. I love what you have done!!!! I can't wait to see the rest of the pictures. You are an awesome photographer. We had alot of fun. keep up the great work.
Thanks
Michele

Lisa Erskine said...

I just came across your blog and I think the pictures are adorable (and what cute kids!!). You are very talented...annonymous doesn't know what she's talking about!! Next time I need some pictures taken of my family, I will give you a call. Keep up the good work!

Meg said...

Thanks for being so patient with all the kids....especially Cameron! I am sure it can be stressful dealing with so many kids, but I am impressed that you captured such cute pictures! You are very talented and we will use you again. As for Miss "anonymous" all I can say is what a coward, if you are going to leave a comment have the guts to say who you are instead of being so passive aggressive. Or better yet, go see a therapist and deal with your rage and insecurity issues. Allyson, I hope you don't let the comments of such an ignorant person get to you. It was so good to get to know you.

Allyson Bos said...

Thanks to those of you who left such nice comments for me! I appreciate you standing up for me, too! As for my pricing, the hour to hour and a half is just the shoot. Each time, I go home and spend an additional few hours editing those pictures. It was hard to see such a mean spirited comment, but I know I can't pay attention to that kind of criticism (bashing). Too bad that such people can't keep to themselves. Constructive (kind and beneficial) criticism is always welcome!

elisabeth said...

These, and all of your pictures are fabulous. You do such a job of capturing each persons personality so beautifully.