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Dreamlife Wedding Photography & Video Offers Cinematic Wedding Photography to Freeze Special Moments

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Dreamlife Wedding Photography & Video Offers Cinematic Wedding Photography to Freeze Special Moments

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Dreamlife Wedding Photography & Video offers exclusive cinematic wedding photography services, designed to capture the timeless beauty and emotion of the special day with unparalleled artistry.
Sydney, NSW – June 5, 2024 – Dreamlife Wedding Photography & Video is proud to elevate wedding photography and videography in Sydney with their innovative and cinematic approach. Known for being among the best wedding photographers in Sydney, Dreamlife’s team brings together technical excellence and creative flair to create breathtaking images and films that immortalise the essence of the wedding day.

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“Your wedding day is more than just an event; it’s a celebration of a unique love story. Our goal is to visually narrate that story through candid and natural shots, capturing the personalities and emotions that make your day truly special,” said the spokesperson of Dreamlife Wedding Photography & Video.

Dreamlife’s wedding photographers in Sydney are adept at capturing every detail, from the intricate lace of a bridal gown to the joyful tears of family and friends. Their unobtrusive style of wedding photography in Sydney [https://dreamlifewedding.com.au/sydney/] ensures that the natural beauty and spontaneity of the wedding are preserved, creating memories that will be cherished for years to come.

Dreamlife’s wedding cinematography in Sydney [https://dreamlifewedding.com.au/sydney/] transforms wedding videos into cinematic masterpieces.

“We use state-of-the-art equipment and innovative filming techniques to create wedding films that are not just recordings, but artistic narratives. Our films capture the spirit and emotion of the day, allowing couples to relive their special moments with cinematic quality.”

Understanding that every wedding is unique, Dreamlife Wedding Photography & Video offers a variety of tailored wedding photography and videography packages. Each package includes a pre-wedding consultation to ensure that every aspect of the day is perfectly captured.

“Whether you choose a comprehensive package or a specialised wedding videography in Sydney [https://dreamlifewedding.com.au/sydney/], Dreamlife Wedding Photography & Video is committed to providing exceptional quality and personalised attention,” concluded the spokesperson.

About Dreamlife Wedding Photography & Video

Dreamlife Wedding Photography & Video is a leading provider of wedding photography and videography services in Sydney, Australia. Their work combines candid photography with cinematic storytelling, ensuring that every wedding is memorialised in the most stunning way possible. Visit https://dreamlifewedding.com.au/sydney for more.
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Q&A: First Nations Artist Terrance Houle on Honoring Late Mother with Newest Work

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Q&A: First Nations Artist Terrance Houle on Honoring Late Mother with Newest Work
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By Kaili Berg

June 05, 2024

Indigenous artist Terrance Houle, a member of the Kainai Nation, is set to bring his latest work, “Dance/Ipásskaa,” to the Luminato Festival in Toronto from June 7 to June 17.Houle has been immersed in the world of dance since childhood. His late mother, Maxine Weasel Fat (Naatoyiipotaki/Sacred Soaring Bird Woman), played a pivotal role in this journey by meticulously crafting traditional regalia, including his sister’s elk tooth dress and his daughter’s jingle dress. 

Houle has transformed these family treasures into a dynamic photographic mural titled “Dance/Ipásskaa”, which captures the essence of these garments in motion, honoring his mother’s artistry and inviting viewers to experience the Kainai Nation’s heritage through his family’s lens.

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The mural will be displayed on the Bay Street facade of Brookfield Place in downtown Toronto throughout the 11-day festival, providing a stunning visual experience for festivalgoers and passersby. 

Houle’s work spans subversive, humorous, and solemn artistic expressions, often exploring themes of history, colonization, Aboriginal identity, and representation in popular culture. He uses various media, including photography, painting, installation, performance, music, video and film.

Native News Online spoke with Houle about his latest work, “Dance/Ipásskaa”, the emotions behind his art and the challenges he faced creating it. Houle discusses honoring his late mother’s regalia work, overcoming challenges through cultural practices, and his ongoing project “Ghost Days,” exploring themes of the afterlife.

Can you tell us a bit about your journey as an artist and how your heritage has influenced your work?

I began making art over 30 years ago, starting in high school, where I explored photography and animation. Growing up in Calgary, Alberta, I was deeply influenced by the punk rock and skateboarding scene, which has significantly shaped my artistic style. 

My upbringing played a crucial role in my development as an artist. My family was heavily involved in powwow ceremonies, and my mother was a master of beadwork and leatherwork, making regalia for powwow dancing. My father, a veteran who served in the Middle East in the 1970s, also contributed to my understanding of tradition and ceremony. I grew up immersed in both Indigenous culture and the punk scene, which gave me a unique perspective that I bring into my art.

Can you describe the piece you created for Luminato and the emotions and messages behind it?

The piece is deeply personal and honors my late mother, Sacred Soaring Bird Woman. It’s based on her regalia work, showcasing elements of dance and movement, reflecting the vibrancy and tradition of our culture.

The mural includes sections of her beadwork and textiles, symbolizing the community’s dance and the support that surrounds and uplifts us. It’s meant to show that our ancestors and community are always with us, encouraging us to step into the world with confidence and pride.

What challenges did you encounter while bringing this piece to life, and how did you overcome them?

The biggest challenge was dealing with my mother’s illness and her passing. She battled multiple myeloma for nearly 18 years, and her strength and resilience inspired this piece. 

Another challenge was selecting the right photographs from the thousands I took. With the help of a good friend, we narrowed them down to about 18 images. The most difficult part was not being able to install the piece before my mother passed away, but she did see a mock-up and gave her approval, which means the world to me.

To overcome these challenges, I relied heavily on our cultural practices and ceremonies. I did a lot of smudging and leaned into my upbringing, drawing strength from my father’s Sundance rituals and the teachings of my community. These practices helped me process my grief and focus on completing the piece. I truly believe my mother’s presence was with me throughout this process, guiding me to finish the mural in her honor.

How do you hope the viewers will engage with and interpret your mural at Luminato?

I hope viewers will feel the motion and emotion of the piece. It’s meant to convey a sense of community and support, much like a powwow where everyone is welcome to dance and celebrate together. I want people to see the vibrancy of our culture and feel the presence of the dancers and the community surrounding them. The mural is a tribute to the strength and resilience of our people, and I hope it inspires viewers to appreciate the depth of our traditions and the love that binds us together.

Looking ahead, do you have any future projects or different things you’re excited to explore?

I have a project called Ghost Days, which I started in 2015. It’s inspired by my mother’s illness and our cultural perspectives on the afterlife, which we call the Great Sand Hills in the north of Alberta. My mom used to joke about being at the Great Sand Hills casino in the sky because she loved going to the casino. Our culture, the Blackfoot and the Ojibwa, have a rich tradition of humor and storytelling, and that spirit infuses this project.

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Kaili Berg
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Kaili Berg (Aleut) is a member of the Alutiiq/Sugpiaq Nation, and a shareholder of Koniag, Inc. She is a staff reporter for Native News Online and Tribal Business News. Berg, who is based in Wisconsin, previously reported for the Ho-Chunk Nation newspaper, Hocak Worak. She went to school originally for nursing, but changed her major after finding her passion in communications at Western Technical College in Lacrosse, Wisconsin.


10 ‘breathtaking’ photos of our galaxy from the 2024 Milky Way Photographer of the Year contest

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10 ‘breathtaking’ photos of our galaxy from the 2024 Milky Way Photographer of the Year contest

The Milky Way has long fascinated humanity, covering the night sky with its familiar constellations and dense streams of stars. The full beauty of our galaxy is hard to see with the naked eye, but with the help of modern cameras, photographers can capture it in vibrant detail.

The annual Milky Way Photographer of the Year competition showcases awe-inspiring images that bring the greatness of our celestial home into view. Here, we explore our breathtaking galaxy through the lens of this year’s winners.

“Lightning lake” — Tom Rae

(Image credit: Tom Rae)

The bold ribbon of the Milky Way parts the sky as it strikes the peak of Aoraki / Mount Cook, the highest mountain in New Zealand. Tom Rae journeyed through a glacial valley to capture the glowing sky against the cyan-blue lake and icy terrain on a winter night. 

“Lions den” — Lorenzo Ranieri Tenti

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Lorenzo Ranieri Tenti took this captivating image of the multicolored hues of the Milky Way in the night sky. This image was taken at a mountain lion reserve in the Atacama Desert in Chile — home to several astronomical telescopes, including the forthcoming Vera C. Rubin Observatory, as well as cougars (Puma concolor).

“Atmospheric fireworks” — Julien Looten 

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As if taken in the center of a bubble, this panoramic image captures the entire arc of the Milky Way alongside a stunning airglow that lights up the night sky in the southwest of France.

Julien Looten took and merged panoramic photos of 40 different exposures to capture the multicolored bands. “This natural phenomenon occurs due to a chemical reaction in the upper atmosphere, emitting faint light known as chemiluminescence,” Looten said in a statement.

Related: Some of the oldest stars in the universe found hiding near the Milky Way’s edge — and they may not be alone

“Blooming bottle tree” — Rositsa Dimitrova

The Milky Way photographed above a bottle tree in Socotra island, Yemen. (Image credit: Rositsa Dimitrova)

This stunning photo captures the Milky Way above a blooming bottle tree (Adenium socotranum) — a tree endemic to Socotra island in Yemen.

Rositsa Dimitrova took advantage of the island’s total lack of light pollution to capture this spectacular photo. “The night sky in Socotra is categorized as Bortle 1 on the dark sky scale — the darkest you can possibly get,” Dimitrova said in the statement. 

“The vanity of life” — Mihail Minkov 

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In Jordan’s Wadi Rum Desert, also known as the Valley of the Moon, Mihal Minkov captured a lone figure in an otherworldly landscape. Overhead, the shining stars of the Milky Way shimmer.

“Starry hoodoo wonderland” — Stephanie Thi 

(Image credit: Stephanie Thi)

Photographed over Kanab, Utah, the Milky Way covers the sky above a scenic landscape of balanced rock formations, known as hoodoos. These toadstool formations are shaped over millions of years by erosion.

“Starlight therapy” — Kavan Chay

(Image credit: Kavan Chay)

In this stunning photograph, the Milky Way arches gracefully over some campers on the rugged mountain of Aoraki / Mount Cook. Kavan Chay made the ascent to camp under the ethereal glow of the night sky — a scene he described as “breathtaking” in the statement.

“Road to winter paradise” — Andrea Curzi 

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Above the high mountain pass of Passo Giau in Italy, the luminous band of the Milky Way shines down on the untouched, snow-covered ground. Andrea Curzi captured this approximately 300-degree field of view of the galaxy while temperatures were at a frigid 17 degrees Fahrenheit (minus 8 degrees Celsius).

“The celestial symphony above a high desert lagoon” — Kerry-Ann Lecky Hepburn 

(Image credit: Kerry-Ann Lecky Hepburn)

In this image, taken at about 15,000 feet (4,500 meters) above sea level, a calm lagoon glows under a tapestry of the Milky Way’s stars in the Atacama Desert. Kerry-Ann Lecky Hepburn noticed that during the day the sun’s beams bounced off the pool of water and replicated this by using a flashlight to capture the magical scene at night.

“Milky Way at morning glory pool” — Jerry Zhang 

(Image credit: Jerry Zhang)

In this image, dense stars reflect off of the renowned Morning Glory hot spring in Yellowstone National Park. The pool mirrors the constellations Scorpius and Antares.

The hot spring was named for its likeness to a colorful flower. But its famous crystal blue waters have changed to a bright green because of pollution, Zhang said in the statement. 

To see the full list of winners, check out the official Milky Way Photographer of the Year website.

Bertien van Manen, a Roving Photographer of Daily Life, Dies at 89

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Bertien van Manen, a Roving Photographer of Daily Life, Dies at 89
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Inspired by Robert Frank’s book “The Americans,” she traveled to China, Russia and the coal mines of Kentucky to capture intimate glimpses of everyday routines.

Bertien van Manen, a Dutch photographer who used point-and-shoot cameras to capture intimate images of daily life in China’s big cities and remote villages, the dismal apartments and alleyways of post-Soviet Russia and coal miners in Kentucky, died on May 26 in Amsterdam. She was 89.

Her studio manager, Iris Bergman, said the cause of her death, at a rehabilitation facility, was pneumonia.

Ms. van Manen was working as a fashion photographer in 1975 when a friend gave her a copy of “The Americans,” the groundbreaking collection of photos that the photographer Robert Frank took on a road trip across the United States in the 1950s.

“He wasn’t at all in the business of making beautiful photographs, yet that’s what they are,” Ms. van Manen told Aperture Magazine. “The coincidental, the inadvertent — I thought his photographs were magnificent.”

“There is a kind of offhand intimacy to her work,” a photography curator said of Ms. van Manen. “She cultivated that very deliberately.”Eva Besnyö, via Studio Iris Bergman

Ms. van Manen eventually traded the high-end cameras she used in fancy fashion studios for a 35-mm Olympus mju II, which retailed for less than $100 and was used primarily by consumers to capture vacations, birthday parties, graduations and the like.

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Photographer talks iconic music and movie career

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Photographer talks iconic music and movie career
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The images are iconic, unmistakable. The photography of David Alexander is the backdrop of our lives. He shot the album cover for the Eagles’ “Hotel California”. He’s worked with Aretha Franklin, Tina Turner, Tom Petty, James Brown, Steve Miller, the Allman Brothers and so many more.

Posted June 5, 2024 12:05pm PDT

Family Connection of South Carolina to hold photography exhibit at Richland Library

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Family Connection of South Carolina to hold photography exhibit at Richland Library

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Family Connection of South Carolina to hold photography exhibit at Richland Library

Photo: Richland Library Main

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)– Family Connection of South Carolina is partnering with Richland Library for the LOOK! Photography Exhibit.

Visitors will have the chance to take a peek into the lives of children and youth who have a disability or chronic health condition through the art of photography.

The purpose of the exhibition is to highlight the abilities of the person being photographed and to help those viewing the photos to pause, reflect and see disabilities in a different way, says Family Connection.

Professional photographers from across the state volunteered their time to host photo sessions with more than 60 families who have been impacted by childhood disability or chronic illness.

To view the collection, attendees can go to Richland Library Main from June 2 through Friday, July 12.

A glimpse of the collection can be viewed online by visiting www.richlandlibrary.com/art.

 

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