Frances Litman Photography

CFAX 1070 Radio Interview

Frances — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 02:55:23 +0000

Thanks to Sheila Gardner at CFAX 1070 (click for link) for allowing a half-hour (less one commercial break) to chat about the Creatively United for the Planet Earth Week Festival. It’s been a complete labour of love for me to see this fun-filled, all ages festival come together for April 20-22, 2012 in support of 15 amazing charities doing hero work on our behalf.
There will be dancing, music, art, lectures, displays and lots of free activities for everyone to enjoy, including an opening night dance party with Candu Music and Grandpa Phunk spinning tunes. Costumes are encouraged.
Headliners for our ticketed performances include: Robert Bateman, Ann Mortifee & Paul Horn, Holly Arntzen & Kevin Wright, the Gettin’ Higher Choir, a photography talk by Garth Lenz, a John Lennon Tribute Concert, and a funky fashion show featuring local designers, The Woodsmen, DJ Rowan, performance art and The SoulShakers dance band.
Check out www.creativelyunitedfortheplanet.com for more details and be a part of the fun.

Lighting Made Easy

Frances — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 02:31:36 +0000

Light and bright…a photographer’s dream….not to mention how wonderful it must be to be the lucky couple who lives in this fabulous new home in Fernwood.

Of all the homes I have photographed for the Times-Colonist House Beautiful section this funky modern home was actually one of the quickest to photograph as I had the added benefit of beautiful natural light streaming in large picture windows.

For some the contrast in lighting would be a challenge to photograph, but by adding a variety of studio lighting I was able to balance the scene to capture the clean lines intended by the designer without the blacks blocking up and the highlights blowing out. This is a perfect example of how lighting can really enhance something that already appears to look great but wouldn’t necessarily reproduce well. To have something reproduce well in newsprint is a challenge on it’s own as the paper tends to dull colours as it is so porous so this is why lighting is even more critical to ensure colours pop!

I will be teaching a Beginner to Intermediate Lighting Workshop on Saturday, Feb. 25, from 1-4 pm. Registration is $129 by Feb. 21 (reg. 149)…space is limited so please email me soon with the subject line: “Lighting Workshop” to reserve your space.

PICTURE PERFECT FALL CROATIA TRIP

Frances — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 02:13:49 +0000

Did you know Croatia has one of the most Unesco World Heritage Sites? If you want a picture perfect trip, come and learn more about the Women’s Travel Connection “Highlights of Croatia” trip led by yours truly.

I’m delighted to be chosen to lead this amazing trip and can assure you Croatia is spectacular. I was told by a very well-traveled individual that “Disney couldn’t even make something as beautiful as Croatia!” and can attest that what I have seen of Croatia made me want to go back to see more.

So please join me, Vision 2000 Travel and the Women’s Travel Connection to hear all about this fantastic trip on Tuesday, Feb. 28, at 7 pm at Vision 2000 Travel. 116 – 4480 West Saanich Rd.

Space is limited so please call Krista at 250-412-3805 to reserve a seat or bring a friend.

A House Loved by All

Frances — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 01:17:57 +0000

When my friends from Winnipeg decided to make Victoria their second home I was thrilled and when I saw the house they chose I knew it had to be a TC House Beautiful feature!

What makes it feature worthy is that it’s not only a gorgeous heritage-designated home, but it has been well-loved by a small handful of owners in it’s 100+ year history.

My friend’s merely had to move in as the gorgeous wood that graces all aspects of the interior had never been painted and the house was lovingly tended to by the former owner and their new neighbour who has lived on the same street for his entire life. Now loved by all, this home is enjoying the joy of friends and family far and wide.

Save the Date

Frances — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 02:25:25 +0000

The feedback from my e-blast last week of the Save the Date for the Creatively United for the Planet Earth Week Festival has been nothing sort of fantastic. Thank you to the List Warehouse for making it so easy and for donating the mail credits. Stay tuned for lots of upcoming exciting announcements.

One of my favourites

Frances — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 01:38:34 +0000

As the photographer for the Times-Colonist House Beautiful section that runs in Saturday’s newspaper, I have the privilege of seeing many fine homes. People often ask me which have been my favourites and the homes that generally appeal the most to me have large picture windows with glorious ocean views. This past Saturday’s Times-Colonist is one of those homes. The best home really is a happy home and this home would make anyone who loves light and bright happy indeed!

‘Tis The Season For Groupings!

Frances — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 01:04:36 +0000

Going on location to take photographs is always a fun challenge as you have to work with what you are given and sometimes spaces are fraught with challenges such as mixed lighting or are too small for what is needed. Here are two recent group shots taken in the last week that show what can be done when time is short and/or space is limited.

CD Cover

Frances — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 01:08:16 +0000

What a treat to not only photograph but hear the lovely Lorraine Nygaard perform selections from her new CD. Many people know Lorraine from the Esquimalt Rec Centre where she is both a wonderful fitness and yoga instructor… and now as a jazz chanteuse. I’m grateful she chose one of my images for the cover of her CD.

House Beautiful Picked Up Canada-wide

Frances — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 02:30:41 +0000

It’s nice to see that all the hard work that goes into making the photographs for the Times-Colonist are appreciated by other media far and wide as this feature which ran just a few short weeks ago in our daily paper is being picked up by newspapers Canada-wide.

An Afternoon With Robert Bateman

Frances — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 02:15:57 +0000

What an honour to spend an afternoon listening to this most eloquent friend of the environment and artist extraordinaire! I also had the great pleasure of having some one-on-one time to chat with Robert Bateman who is the tender age of just 81 and has the energy, enthusiasm and looks of a man 30 years his junior. He has lifetimes of information to share on why we need to take better care of our planet. I shared information about my passion project, the First Annual Creatively United for the Planet Festival launching in April 2012 and he was most interested to know more. Stay tuned.