Remembering our Past

We are all enjoying our Christmas or Hanukkah this holiday.

Let's not lose sight of what is important. Please watch this story and remember the past, which could easily become our near future. Love the ones closest to you everyday.

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Great email from Harry Benson

It's funny how the web works.

I just received this email from Harry Benson about my post of his interview on my blog.

From: info@harrybenson.com
To: baezphotography@aol.com
Cc:
Bcc:
Date:Thu, 4 Dec 2008 9:01 am


Thank you, Carlos, for the exceptionally kind words on your blog.

I appreciate it very much and sincerely thank you as a fellow photographer. Enjoyed your web, especially the innovative wedding photos which were very spontaneous and striking.

With best wishes,

Harry Benson

The great Harry Benson on Livebooks.

Remember, "The past enriches the present." Thank you Livebooks for bringing this to us.



Seems like the embedded player is not working, here is the direct link.



www.harrybenson.com

From touring with the Beatles in 1964 to shooting for Life Magazine for 30 years, Harry Bensons' list of accomplishments equate to what most would consider a dream photography career. In this video learn about experiences that have helped to define this star studded career as well as the ideals that Harry has maintained resulting in the establishment of Harry Benson as a true icon in the world of photography.

Carson's first movie in a theater.

Alison and I were proud parents yesterday when we took our oldest son Carson (3) to his first movie in a theater. He did great. Made it through all the previews and the movie without saying a word, he was just amazed at the size of everything. 2 thumbs up!!!

Livebooks Webinar on Tuesday, November 11th

I am excited to announce that I will be on Livebooks Webinar series next Tuesday, November 11th, 2008 Time: 2:00 PM EST (11am PST) Duration: 1 hour.

Carlos Baez "See the Light-Passion, Fashion, and Inspiration"

While I was speaking on this topic at Pictage's Partner Con in Los Angeles this past September, my good friend J. Sandifer asked me to participate in this webinar series for Livebooks. I've known J. now for 7 years, one of the nicest guys in the business, and a big reason I am a Livebooks client.

Feel free to log on and listen, and there will be some time for you to ask me questions at the end. I look forward to sharing with all of you as much as I can from my 23 years in the industry.

Here is little of what I will be talking about:
It takes more than numbers to keep yourself going in the wedding market, it takes deep rooted passion, knowing your style; where you came from and where you want to go. Don't end up as a photographer having a “break down” due to lack of inspiration. Finding and listening to your inner voice can keep you going with as much energy and vigor as you did the first time you picked up a camera. Today's wedding photography market is competitive, and shooting with available light is simply not enough to separate your imagery in the market place. With many photographers' images looking the same, how can you stand out? Fashion photography is consistently molding what the savvy client is expecting. With the use of many types of lighting, your images can stand out and bring a new edge to your style.

Click here to register.

Click here to watch the intro video.

Wedding in Paris

The is from a pre-bridal session we shot in Paris of our couple Cindy and Jeffrey on August 28th, 2008.

Kids love Halloween.....

Carson and Cameron had so much fun, so did we, mommy and daddy, and their aba. My costume and Carson's were hand made by Alison, she's such a great mom, and wife.

Our kids laughing.....

We had a link to this before, but here it is embedded on our site. ENJOY.

Picking a Pumpkin....

Anyone who loves kids knows this is a great time of year to see little faces light up over all the holiday stuff going on, Alison and I love it, and so do Carson and Cameron, as you can see below.

Tonights Ask and Learn Wednesday on Pictage, and Podcast

Click on the photo to read the details.


I am thrilled to be on Ask and Learn again for Pictage, here is the direct link to tonight's talk.
"See the Light:Passion, Fashion, and Inspiration"

Here is the intro, and below is the podcast of interview by Sara France.

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October 8th, My 44th Birthday

We had a cute little party at our home gallery with family and friends.

Alison made a very yummy cake, she's the best.

Catalina and Jason gave me dulce de leche ice cream from Cold Stone that went perfect with the cake.

It's fun how when you get older, with kids, that birthdays mean something big again, at least to the boys. Carson thought it was his birthday.

Alison's yummy creation.
Who got me that funny balloon. Carson wanted a Batman birthday.
Jason and Catalina, partners in our biz.

They know I love purple.
The boys with daddy.
Funny mustache.

Cameron's Baptism

This past Sunday was a very special day for our son Cameron. He was baptized at our church, Trinity Episcopal in downtown Miami.
Cameron didn't cry during the baptism, he waited until the Dean walked him around the church, Cameron only has a 20 foot radius that he can be away from his mommy until his"crying" alarm goes off.

We picked this day because the North American Guild of Change Ringers were holding their national meeting at our church this weekend and everyone was serenaded by the beuatiful sounds of the bell tower. Here's the video, and also the article on the cover of the Miami Herald.

Alison and I used to be part of the bell ringers in our tower, until our 2 little boys came into our lives. Luckily others stepped in to fill our spots.
Cameron waiting his turn.
Alison and I trying to keep the boys attention.

Baez family with Dean McCaleb
Us with my mom, or as the boys call her, Aba
Carson being coy
Thirsty Cameron at brunch
Cameron and my beautiful wife Alison

Pictage Partner Con LA 2008

I feel honored that Pictage chose us to be a part of Partner Con LA 2008 again. Come see all the great photographers and speakers, Robert Evans, Sara France, Dane Sanders, Mike Larson, Me Ra Koh, Mike Colon, and many more.

Click here to register for the conference.




This year I will talking on See The Light: Passion, Fashion and Inspiration. This goes along with the lighting DVD, "See the Light".

Total Truth Tour

Right before Partner Con in Los Angeles, we will be getting together, Sara France, Dane Sanders, Robert Evans and myself for a 1 night Truth seminar.

Click on the link to register and or to read more about the "Truth".
This is the link.

Paris here we come!!!!

In just a few hours we are leaving to photography Cindy Weisfisch and Jeffrey Gomez wedding in Paris. It will be 4 fun days of shooting. The wedding itself will take place at the Château Vaux le Vicomte, the same place where Eva Longoria got married last year.

Keep your eyes out for pics from Paris.

My boys giggling

I know a lot of you always ask about my boys Carson and Cameron, well here you go.

This is their VIDEO.

A Carlos Baez Film - Lexi Lombardelli

This is a short film we created during one of our shoots last week.

Editing and Second Camera: Jason Jerusalem

"See the Light" DVD Trailer

See the Light DVD has been a project we have been working on for a while. It will be out soon. We hope you enjoy it as much as we did filming it.



Having worked in Fashion and Editorial Photography for over 20 years, his Fashion Fusion style has made Carlos Baez one of the most sought after Wedding Photographers in the world. He has Photographed Superstars of Fashion, Entertainment and Sports, and has been published in such Iconic magazines as Harper’s Bazaar, Cosmopolitan and W to name a few….. In “See The Light”, Carlos will Inspire, Motivate, and Educate as he takes you on a journey through his past, present and future. From his humble beginnings working as an assistant, to shooting over 700 weddings for Miami’s largest Wedding Photography company, to becoming one of the most sought after High-end Wedding Photographers in the world… Carlos demonstrates several studio lighting setups and location shoots, clearly explaining everything along the way. Working with models and brides, Carlos shows us how to motivate your subject and bring out their “Inner Light” for the best images possible. “See The Light” is the definitive Lighting DVD available today…. Reserve your copy soon, as we expect the first run of this DVD to sell out quickly.

DVD Features:
• Over 1 1/2 hours of learning
• Spanish and English Dialogue Track By Carlos Baez
• Multiple Studio and Location Lighting Setups - Clearly explained along the way
• Lighting Diagrams for every shot
• Camera Data for every shot
• Exclusive online “Lighting Assignments” to win Prizes
• Custom Lightroom Presets

On Pictage ask and learn, again, tonight

Sorry I haven't had enough time to blog, but we've been BUSY!

Hope you guys can join me tonight online.

Here's the direct link, Ask and Learn.

Tonight I'm Online at Pictage

Don't forget to get online tonight and ask questions at Pictage's Ask and Learn Wednesday. Hope to see you there.

Sunday at the Four Seasons Miami

Come join us at the Four Seasons Wedding Bridal Boutique. My wife Alison will be there to answer all your questions. We would love to see you there.

See you at WPPI

Hello everyone,

Time goes by quickly and WPPI in Vegas is starting this Sunday. I look forward to seeing old friends and meeting new ones. This year I will be speaking at different booths (Graphistudio, Adobe, Pictage, and Photographymentor.com) at different times, see schedules below.

At the Photographymentor.com booth I do not have not a set schedule, but please stop by and say hello to me or Robert Evans and Curt or Shannon. Cat, one of my partners, nay even be in the booth. We'll be glad to show you the great things that will be coming up on the site. And they will be announcing something coming from me, soon! So don't miss it.

See you all there!