Hi All,
A new addition to CapeCodSoul.com. We are now offering print critiques. Would you like to improve your work and learn from a Master/Craftsman Photographer?
If you are on Cape please call us at 508-737-0885/capecodsoul@gmail.com to set up a time. If you are off cape we now offer print critiques online. We use dropbox to transfer files (up to 10 images per 1 hour critique), set up a time and we do the critique via phone while we are both viewing the images. A great way to improve your photography and start learning what goes into a merit image! Below are the twelve professional elements we use for each print critique.
The Twelve Elements have been defined as
necessary for the success of an art piece or image. Any image, art piece, or
photograph will reveal some measure of all twelve elements, while a visually
superior example will reveal obvious consideration of each one.
The Twelve elements listed below are
in accordance to their importance:
Impact
is the sense one gets upon
viewing an image for the first time. Compelling images evoke laughter, sadness,
anger, pride, wonder or another intense emotion. There can be impact in any of
these twelve elements.
Technical
excellence is the print
quality of the image itself as it is presented for viewing. Retouching,
manipulation, sharpness, exposure, printing, mounting, and correct color are
some items that speak to the qualities of the physical print.
Creativity
is the original, fresh, and
external expression of the imagination of the maker by using the medium to
convey an idea, message or thought.
Style
is defined in a number of ways
as it applies to a creative image. It might be defined by a specific genre or
simply be recognizable as the characteristics of how a specific artist applies
light to a subject. It can impact an image in a positive manner when the
subject matter and the style are appropriate for each other, or it can have a
negative effect when they are at odds.
Composition
is important to the design of
an image, bringing all of the visual elements together in concert to express
the purpose of the image. Proper composition holds the viewer in the image and
prompts the viewer to look where the creator intends. Effective composition can
be pleasing or disturbing, depending on the intent of the image maker.
Presentation
affects an image by giving it
a finished look. The mats and borders used, either physical or digital, should
support and enhance the image, not distract from it.
Color
Balance supplies harmony
to an image. An image in which the tones work together, effectively supporting
the image, can enhance its emotional appeal. Color balance is not always
harmonious and can be used to evoke diverse feelings for effect.
Center
of Interest is the point or
points on the image where the maker wants the viewer to stop as they view the
image. There can be primary and secondary centers of interest. Occasionally
there will be no specific center of interest, when the entire scene collectively
serves as the center of interest.
Lighting—the use and control of light—refers to how dimension, shape
and roundness are defined in an image. Whether the light applied to an image is
manmade or natural, proper use of it should enhance an image.
Subject
Matter should always be
appropriate to the story being told in an image.
Technique
is the approach used to create
the image. Printing, lighting, posing, capture, presentation media, and more
are part of the technique applied to an image.
No Shirt, No Shoes, No Problems...
©Marcia Joy Duggan
June 10, 2013
CapeCodSoul's new service: Print Critiques!
March 15, 2013
August 13, 2012
MA Vacation Finds Blog
CapeCodSoul featured on MassVacation Finds:-) Just in time for Ptown Carnival 2012!
http://www.massvacation.com/blog/2012/07/the-sweet-light-with-capecodsoul-photography/
Here is a link for Dwellable:
April 16, 2011
Cool Online Gifts for Mothers/Fathers Day
Hi Everyone,
I want to share this link. You can UL your own photos and make gifts online. I met with the reps yesterday at the Photo Trade Show at PPANE (Prof Photogs ASSOC of NE). I really liked the custom gifts for Mother/Fathers Day. (Especially the Day Planners/Journals with custom photos)The quality is superior and the prices are competitive and affordable. I was very impressed with the quality of the Gifts and Products offered. It's free to check out, no monthly fees etc. Just click on link, view products and decide what you would like to order:-)
April 15, 2011
Tales of Cape Cod Interview
RE: Tales of Cape Cod Interview on Channel 17 oronline at CapeMedia.org
I can't view the Show online or on TV either, but thanks to all who have called, emailed, txted and tried to see the show.
I'll let you know when I've found a solution:-)
Thanks,
Marcia
April 5, 2011
Tales of Cape Cod Interview with Marcia
April Update: Tales of Cape Cod Interview with Marcia:
Orleans doesn't receive the same programming as Channel 17 in Barnstable, Yarmouth, Dennis, Harwich and Chatham.
Click on the Media Center's web site: http://www.capemedia.org
Click on "now showing" at
3:30PM Tuesday, and
7PM Monday
Month of April to view the show/interview with Marcia:-)
February 19, 2011
Aerial Gallery Collection Online
Check out our new Aerial galleries on SmugMug
More towns to come. Check back soon. We are UL new Cape Cod Aerial Galleries frequently
http://www.capecodsoul.smugmug.com/
January 7, 2011
November 8, 2010
2010 Aerial Collection
Check out our new 2010 Aerial Collection on FaceBook:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/CAPECODSOULcom/201684010272
Please check back often during the holiday season . We will be uploading new aerials daily from Provincetown to Bourne of Cape Cod Harbors and Golf Courses. Watch for the Grand Opening of our new User Friendly Online Store
www.capecodsoul.com
October 16, 2010
OysterFest 2010
Wellfleet Oyster Fest 2010
On Sunday we will be in Lucy J's Glass Booth on the lower parking lot near Frank-N-Swine. Come visit us....New Aerials including Wellfleet 20x30, and the New Nauset Outer Beach Cut. Lucy's beautiful Jewelry and Stained Glass.Lucy is displaying both Sat and Sunday. Due to the wind, Marcia (me) will only be there on Sunday. Aerial photos and wind do not blend:-)
September 27, 2010
Jeffrey All Liberty League Honors
http://www.stlawu.edu/athletics/saints/men%27s+golf/story/5712
by:
Wally Johnson
Jeff Duggan earned All Liberty League honors with a tie for 5th on Sunday
eff Duggan shot rounds of 75 and 74 to finish tied for fifth, leading St. Lawrence University's men's golf team to a fourth place finish at the 2010 Liberty League Championships in Rochester on Sunday.
The Saints qualified as one of four teams to play for the Liberty League automatic NCAA qualifying spot in a spring playoff. They will join tournament champion Skidmore, which shot rounds of 297-291 for a 588 total, Rochester, which was second at 594 and RPI which finished third at 615. SLU shot 618 with Clarkson fifth at 659, Hobart sixth at 667 and Merchant Marine which finished seventh at 706.
Players from Skidmore and Rochester took 12 of the 14 top spots in the tournament with Duggan one of the few to crack the top ten. He earned All Liberty League status with his finish.
Ren O'Connor tied for 13th for the Saints with rounds of 80 and 75 for a 155 total while Pete Harriman shot 76-81 for a 157 total and was tied for 15th. Adrian Bouthot shot 82-76 and John Harris put together back-to-back rounds of 79 for 158 total to tie for 17th.
Tommy Ferguson shot 86-77 for a 163 total and was tied for 25th while Jasper Heaton shot 90-78 for a 168 total and tied for 32nd.
September 24, 2010
Photography Class
Seeing The Light
The Art of Photography
Enjoy a hands on photography class about ‘Seeing The Light; The Art of Photography’, with Award Winning and Master Photographer, Marcia Joy Duggan, owner of CapeCodSoul.com of Orleans. The primary focus of this course is working on location with natural light and getting back to the basics of photography. This class will visit different locations in Orleans and the surrounding lower cape towns including beach locations. This course will concentrate on scenic photography and still life’s using natural light. Through demonstrations and hands on practice at weekly field trips you will learn about light, lenses, composition, subject matter, exposure, equipment and more.
Requirements: Students should have basic working knowledge of their camera equipment DSLR. Class is for beginner, intermediate to advance amateur. Students may bring their own props/still life to photograph. Comfortable Clothes. Optional: Tripod, Camera Manual
Monday Oct 18th, Oct 25th, Nov 1st, Nov 8th
Monday 9:30AM - 11:30 AM
Sign Up:
Nauset Community Education
78 Eldredge Park Way
Orleans, MA 02653
508-255-4300 (Call Esther)
fitzgeralde@nausetschools.org
www.nausetcommunityed.org
June 3, 2010
Smug Mug signup coupon
Save a friend $5 on a SmugMug subscription.
Simply have your friend enter the personal coupon ( OAEgZisHlVSHY ) in the Email / Coupon field of the signup form.
smugmug.com
April 30, 2010
Duggan....Liberty ROOKIE of the Week
http://www.libertyleaguesports.org/main/mgolf
Liberty League Rookie of the Week Jeff Duggan
St. Lawrence
(Orleans, MA)
Duggan helped St. Lawrence to the team title at the Oswego Invitational with a fourth place individual finish, shooting rounds of 76 and 72 for a 148 total.
April 28, 2010
Strong Finish
Congratulations Jeffrey and Ren, Golf Stars of the week at SLU and the SLU Golf Team! Ren shot a 71 and 76 totaling 147 for the 2 day tournament and placing 3rd overall. Jeffrey shot a 76 and 72 totaling 148 placing him 4th overall for the 2 day tournament at Oswego. SLU Golf Team won the 2 day Golf Oswego Invitational.
http://www.stlawu.edu/athletics/saints/stars
http://www.stlawu.edu/athletics/saints/men'sgolf
April 25, 2010
Monday Night Photography Class
Seeing The Light
Capturing the ‘Sweet Light’ of Cape Cod Sunsets
Enjoy a hands on photography class about ‘Seeing The Light; The Art of Photography’, with Award Winning and Master Photographer, Marcia Joy Duggan, owner of CapeCodSoul.com of Orleans. The primary focus of this course is working on location with natural light and getting back to the basics of photography. This class will visit different locations in Orleans and the surrounding lower cape towns, including beach locations to capture the ‘sweet light’ at sunset. This course will concentrate on scenic photography and still life’s using natural light. Through demonstrations and hands on practice at weekly field trips you will learn about light, lenses, composition, subject matter, exposure, equipment and more.
Requirements: Students should have good working knowledge of their camera equipment DSLR. Class is for beginner, intermediate to advance amateur. Students may bring their own props/still life to photograph. Comfortable Clothes. Optional: Tripod
Monday July 12th, July 19th, July 26th, Aug 2
Monday 6:00PM - 8:30PM
Sign Up:
Nauset Community Education
78 Eldredge Park Way
Orleans, MA 02653
508-255-4300 (Call Esther)
fitzgeralde@nausetschools.org
www.nausetcommunityed.org
Photography Class
Photography Class
Seeing The Light
The Art of Photography
Enjoy a hands on photography class about ‘Seeing The Light; The Art of Photography’, with Award Winning and Master Photographer, Marcia Joy Duggan, owner of CapeCodSoul.com of Orleans. The primary focus of this course is working on location with natural light and getting back to the basics of photography. This class will visit different locations in Orleans and the surrounding lower cape towns including beach locations. This course will concentrate on scenic photography and still life’s using natural light. Through demonstrations and hands on practice at weekly field trips you will learn about light, lenses, composition, subject matter, exposure, equipment and more.
Requirements: Students should have good working knowledge of their camera equipment DSLR. Class is for beginner, intermediate to advance amateur. Students may bring their own props/still life to photograph. Comfortable Clothes. Optional: Tripod
Monday July 12th, July 19th, July 26th, Aug 2
Monday 9AM - 11:30 PM
Sign Up:
Nauset Community Education
78 Eldredge Park Way
Orleans, MA 02653
508-255-4300 (Call Esther)
fitzgeralde@nausetschools.org
www.nausetcommunityed.org
April 10, 2010
From NY Times
See More
From Marcia:
This article is SAD, however a true reality for all photographers who have worked a lifetime to understand light, posing, business and all the professional techniques to separate amateurs from qualified and dedicated professional photographers. I still believe that those of us who have the GIFT of making exceptional photographs and are committed, will not only survive, but thrive as long as they adjust and adapt their business skills to the digital era.
I am in the process of updating my online store through Imagekind and offering hands on photography workshops this summer....'Seeing The Light, Back to the Basics'. Thank you all for helping me see the light and stay focused over the last few years!
marcia
April 9, 2010
Capturing the Sweet Light of Cape Cod Sunsets
Monday July 12th, July 19th, July 26th, Aug 2
Monday 5:45PM - 8:45PM
Seeing The Light
Capturing the ‘Sweet Light’ of Cape Cod Sunsets
Enjoy a hands on photography class about ‘Seeing The Light; The Art of Photography’, with Award Winning and Master Photographer, Marcia Joy Duggan, owner of CapeCodSoul.com of Orleans. The primary focus of this course is working on location with natural light and getting back to the basics of photography. This class will visit different locations in Orleans and the surrounding lower cape towns including beach locations to capture the ‘sweet light’ at sunset. This course will concentrate on photographing scenics, still life’s and portraiture including tips on posing and fill flash. Through demonstrations and hands on practice at weekly field trips you will learn about light, lenses, composition, subject matter, posing, exposure, equipment and more.
Requirements: Students should have good working knowledge of their camera equipment DSLR. Class is for beginner, intermediate to advance amateur. Students may bring their own props/still life to photograph. Comfortable Clothes. Optional: Tripod
Monday July 12th, July 19th, July 26th, Aug 2
Monday 5:45PM - 8:45PM
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Marcia Duggan/ CapeCodSoul.com
508-247-8294
capecodsoul@gmail.com
Seeing The Light
Monday 9AM-Noon
Monday July 12th, July 19th, July 26th, Aug 2
Seeing The Light
The Art of Photography
Enjoy a hands on photography class about ‘Seeing The Light; The Art of Photography’, with Award Winning and Master Photographer, Marcia Joy Duggan, owner of CapeCodSoul.com of Orleans. The primary focus of this course is working on location with natural light and getting back to the basics of photography. This class will visit different locations in Orleans and the surrounding lower cape towns including beach locations. This course will concentrate on photographing scenics, still life’s and portraiture including tips on posing and fill flash. Through demonstrations and hands on practice at weekly field trips you will learn about light, lenses, composition, subject matter, posing, exposure, equipment and more.
Requirements: Students should have good working knowledge of their camera equipment DSLR. Class is for beginner, intermediate to advance amateur. Students may bring their own props/still life to photograph. Comfortable Clothes. Optional: Tripod
Monday July 12th, July 19th, July 26th, Aug 2
Monday 9AM- 12 Noon
--
Marcia Duggan/ CapeCodSoul.com
508-247-8294
capecodsoul@gmail.com
February 25, 2010
194 Views so far....
194 views as of Feb 25th 2010. Please remember to rate the video on Planet Forward too!
From Samantha:
Hey everyone,
194 views as of Feb 25th 2010. Please remember to rate the video on Planet Forward too!
February 22, 2010
PBS Planet Forward Video
From Samantha:
Hey everyone,
--
Samantha Duggan
Almeida Eco-Rep
sduggan475@g.rwu.edu
January 10, 2010
Happy New Year
Happy New Year!
Back to the Basics....Seeing The Light. The Joy of Photography in 2010!
Check back for Dates/Times/Location
November 7, 2009
Holiday Open House
Holiday Open House
Please Join Us!
Saturday, December 5th 10 AM - 5:00 PM
Lucy’s House ~ 480 Massasoit Road, Eastham, MA ~ 508-255-5920
Local Artisans’ Sale
Featuring:
Lucy J Glass ~ Lucy Jalbert
Functional Steel Art ~ Faye Swenson
Serendipity-Soft Sculpture ~ Patricia Kelly
Outer Most Pottery ~ Raku and Stoneware ~ Kristin Knowles
Cape Cod Soul Photography ~ Marcia Duggan
Wreaths and Arrangements ~ Kristin Whyte
Turn-Me-Knot ~ Wood Art ~ Art Jalbert
…And More…
Bring your friends!
Join us for holiday treats and cheer to celebrate the season of Good Will!
More Info: Marcia 508-247-8294August 13, 2009
You Catch It, You Cook It! Bluefish...
BlueFish for People Who Say, ‘They Don’t Like BlueFish’
2 Small Bluefish Filets (the smaller the better) SKIN ON, No need to scale.
IMPORTANT: Bleed fish as soon as it is caught and then put it on ice to keep fresh. This prevents the Bluefish from becoming ‘Fishy’.
Serves 4
1. Coat the flesh side of the Filet with Zesty Italian Dressing
2. Liberally sprinkle the flesh side with Paul Prudhommes Seafood Magic Seasoning. This spice is the secret to this great recipe!
3. Place the Filets flesh side down, directly on hot grill. The grill should be clean and sprayed with a non-stick spray to prevent the filet from sticking.
4. Cook the fish as long as you can until it starts to stick to the grill. Roughly 5-8 minutes depending on the heat of the grill. The Flesh should be Brown/Black.
5. Turn the filet over and place on a sheet of foil large enough to wrap around filet.
6. Place 3-4, ¼” Thick Pads of Butter on top of filet and wrap aluminum foil around and over fish.
7. Continue cooking 3-5 minutes, (Depending on thickness of Filet)
8. The Fish is done when the flesh flakes apart with a fork.
9. Remove Fish and Foil from the Grill.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve the Fish directly off the foil. The flesh will come off the skin easily, leaving the skin stuck to the foil. Serve over a bed of rice with vegetable d’jour. Squeeze fresh lemon on filet prior to serving.
WARNING: Make more than you think you will need. They will want seconds!
‘You Catch It, You Cook It!’
March 11, 2009
Attitude
"The longer I live, the more I realize the impact of attitude on life. Attitude, to me, is more important than facts. It is more important than the past, the education, the money, than circumstances, than failure, than successes, than what other people think or say or do. It is more important than appearance, giftedness or skill. It will make or break a company... a church... a home. The remarkable thing is we have a choice everyday regarding the attitude we will embrace for that day. We cannot change our past... we cannot change the fact that people will act in a certain way. We cannot change the inevitable. The only thing we can do is play on the one string we have, and that is our attitude.
I am convinced that life is 10% what happens to me and 90% of how I react to it. And so it is with you... we are in charge of our Attitudes."
My friend, David shared this quote.
His wife, Lisa had clipped it out for him and slipped it under his office door, which she often did while he was at work. He loved her inspirational quotes. David had gotten home late on Sept 10th after our Photography Convention Trade Show. He owns a Photography Business in Boston and has been a vendor at the show for many years. Lisa left their house the next morning at 5AM for her flight.
She was on Flight 11, flying from Boston to CA for her TJX job.
David read this quote that Lisa had cut out for him later on Sept 11th.
David shared this quote in his 911 Thank you notes to others across the country and the world. He said this was a message from Lisa for all of us and wanted to share and inspire others.
David is now remarried, his wife, Debra was a single mom with 2 children, David had 2 young girls and now they have a baby together. David made a choice for himself and his kids to not have anymore of his 'time' taken away as a result of 911.
As I was shuffling through Jeffrey's high school papers this week, I noticed the same quote. The quote by itself is very powerful. Combined with David and Lisa's story it is inspiring for us to remember the importance of attitude and how we can make a difference in others lives.
January 26, 2009
Time For Change
Although the below post may not seem directly related to photographic skills, it has helped us focus on mind, body and spirt. That is our reason for sharing and helping others. In order to work towards our 'Why' as an artist, we needed to focus on solutions for a healthy lifestyle.
As some of you know Jeffrey came down with Lyme-Meningitis 2 years ago in Sept '06 (first week of school was diagnosed, he was 15 years old). After 5 days in the hospital, he was on an at home IV for 4 weeks....through the entire golf season! He was determined to play with the team against all odds. Jeffrey was medalist once during the '06 season when they played against Falmouth at Ocean Edge. A great achievement considering all he was dealing with. Since we were told by the doctors and Lyme specialists that he was young and we caught the Lyme's early enough that he would have no long term effects. If I only knew then what I know now.
Lyme's disease has a mind of its own. So little is actually known about it. Jeffrey's constant symptom was the tiredness. One week, turned into one month, 2 months, 1/2 year and then a full year. Jeffrey could literally fall asleep anywhere at any time, even driving. On Aug 1st after a number of visits to doctor we decided to try nutritional supplements. I had heard a number of stories of people with CFS and Fibromyaglia(sp) and Lyme's that had excellent results with these supplements. Dr. Ben Lo, a well respected doctor from Michigan had researched and tried the products as well. As stubborn as I was that:
A. Jeffrey did not have any long term effects from Lyme's and
B. That supplements can be expensive and don't always work...
We decided to give this a try.
It is now 4 months later since Jeffrey started the supplements and Jeffrey had an incredible golf season. He practiced or played 7 days a week. He was focused, determined and worked very hard as a committed athlete. He shot a 70 at the MA State Sectionals in Oct 08 and won the individual title at the MA State South Sectionals. The NRHS Varsity Team placed first at sectionals.
The following week Jeffrey went on to win the MA State DIV 2 Championship and the NRHS team placed second overall.
Jeffrey was taking LifePak Nano twice daily, along with additional Marine Omega supplements and Cordy Max (promotes healthy stamina). This has definitely made a huge difference in his life. It was a challenge to introduce a 17 year old to a daily regimen of supplements. But it would be even harder to try to take the supplements away from Jeffrey now.
He was committed to MIH. Congratulations Jeffrey! You're an inspiration to all of us!
October 30, 2008
Jeffrey Duggan Div. 2 State Golf Champion
"A better kid could not have won today,""He eats, dreams, and lives the sport and he works harder than any kid I've ever coached." said Nauset Coach Brian Hicks
Nauset's, Jeffrey Duggan Div 2, MA State Golf Champion
By CAPE COD TIMES
LYNN — Nauset Regional senior Jeff Duggan captured the Division 2 High School individual golf title yesterday with a 5-over par 75 at Larry Gannon Municipal Golf Course.
"A better kid could not have won today," said Nauset coach Brian Hicks, whose Warriors finished second as a team out of 11 schools. "He eats, dreams, and lives the sport and he works harder than any kid I've ever coached."
Duggan was also medalist at the Sectional tournament at Easton Country Club last week with a 1-under 70.
"This was one of my goals at the beginning of the season," Duggan said.
With the greens at lightning speeds to make the 6,100-yard course more difficult, Duggan said keeping the ball below the hole was key to scoring well.
"I didn't have any 3-putts, which really helped," he said. "I didn't think my score would hold up when I got in with all the talent in the field, but I'm pumped."
Tyler Labonte (78), Paul Ecker (80), and Mike Quill (88) helped the Warriors to their most successful finish in the state tournament since they won the title in 1999.
"With Jeff and Paul at the top, it was absolutely a goal of ours to win the title," Hicks said. "We kind of wondered about it in the middle of the season when people were struggling. But we came together."
http://www.capecodonline.com/September 9, 2008
How Big???
This photo was taken off of Stellwagen Bank/Ptown. I think it would make a great Cell Phone commercial. Nothing like being in the right place at the right time for this 'Canon Moment'!
Got Canon?
Happy Clicking,
marcia
August 21, 2008
Jo Mama's
Jo Mama's on Route 6A, not only serves great breakfast bagels and coffee, but have wonderful sandwiches all day long. Come see the artist of the month (August), CapeCodSoul.com display of Local Scenes on Tile and Canvas.
More Canvas Giclees from CCSoul on Display at The Reef Cafe at Ocean Edge in Brewster.
Looking for Cutting Boards too, check out Jalbert Designs on Massasoit Rd. in Eastham, 508-255-5920 (Lucy, call for directions and hours)
Aerials of Sesuit Harbor, The Cafe at Sesuit Harbor
Selection of CapeCodSoul.com Tiles, Cutting Boards and Great Gifts, By The Bay Designs in Lemon Tree Village in Brewster.
Want to meet the artist and visit 'The Studio'...Call 508-247-8294, Marcia Duggan
August 1, 2008
Integrity
Click on the link above to watch Randy's last lecture. He lost his battle last week, but left us all with wisdom like Walt Disney, living his life with powerful visualizations, achieving goals and taking action, and living his life with integrity even in the face of terminal adversity.
Thank you Randy for reminding us, that life is 10% what happens to you and 90% how you choose to deal with it.
July 15, 2008
212 Excerpt and Video
At 211 degrees, water is hot.
At 212 degrees, it boils.
And with boiling water, comes steam.
And with steam, you can power a train.
One degree. Applying one extra degree of temperature to water means the difference between something that's simply very hot and something that generates enough force to power a machine - a beautifully uncomplicated metaphor that ideally should feed everything we do.
Two-twelve serves as a forceful drill sergeant with its motivating and focused message while adhering to a scientific law - a natural law - reminding us how seemingly small things can sometimes make tremendous differences.
Two-twelve.
Thomas Edison said...
"Many of life's failures are men who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up."
Vince Lombardi tightened it up with...
"Inches make the champion."
212 distills it even further.
From 2000-2006, The PGA Championship winner took home an average of $1,060,714. The second-place finisher averaged $460,657. less. The margin of difference.1.71 strokes. Less than a stroke a day.
At NASCAR's Daytona 500 from 1997-2006 (10 years), the winner took the checkered flag by an average margin of 0.175 seconds. less than two-tenths of a second. For the winner it meant $509,000. more.
How often do we miss an opportunity to create better results because we don't apply a small amount of effort beyond what we normally do? Consider, the impact of making an extra contact each day at work... a sales call... a customer follow-up... a brief discussion with a colleague... an encouraging talk with a member of your team. With contact comes opportunity. At the end of a year you'll have opened more than 200 additional doors of possibility. On the personal side, imagine the exponentially positive results of investing an additional 15 minutes of quality time each day with your children or spouse - an equivalent of more than two weeks each year at work.
No longer will you be able to do only what is required of you, only what is expected of you. Because with awareness comes responsibility - to yourself and others.
And you are now aware.
The excitement has begun. Are you smiling yet?
Your new target is 212. (watch video)
July 8, 2008
CapeCodSoul Summer Shows
We are liquidating all of our stock Tile/Cocktail Plates, so shop early for best selection. Want to view our entire selection online, CapeCodSoul.com
508-247-8294
June 17, 2008
M.I.H.
Jeffrey Golf Update:Jeffrey finished sixth in the Division II State Boys tournament last fall.
He qualified for the New England High School Championships
Only 10 MASS, HS Students from each state were selected to play
on June 16th at Bretwood Golf Course in Keene, NH.
Jeffrey shot a 79. Congratulations!
Official results are still not in this morning.
After placing second for the third season in a row, he went home and wrote 'M', 'I', 'H' on the palms of his fingers on his right hand. These letters stayed permanently on his hand all through his summer training and into the next wrestling season.
Adults and kids alike constantly asked him, "What is MIH."
His reply, "You will know after the state meet this year."
John once again competed for the State Title his senior year. Knowing that this was the last chance to Make It Happen, he did exactly that and came home with First Place at States.
MIH to all,
Marcia
June 6, 2008
Fundraising Event
Hi,
I will be donating items from CapeCodSoul for the Fundraiser and happy to assist if you would like to donate raffle items. As I mentioned I lost a few items in the fire, however a few is nothing compared to what these families are dealing with now! Please join me in supporting these families. Would you like to leave a message for the Jalbert's/Langston's. Please feel free to show your support and leave a comment below.
Jalbert/Langston FUNDRAISING EVENT:
Due to a house fire on Memorial Day Two Local families have lost their homes in Eastham:
* David & Lucy Jalbert
* Stan & Danielle Langston and children, Emma & Annie
Jimmy D’s Restaurant / Sports Bar
Rt.6, Eastham, MA
Sunday – June 22nd – 3 till 6 p.m.
Or mail your support to:
Jalbert-Langston Fire Recovery Fund
c/o Cape Cod 5
P.O. Box 86, Orleans, MA 02653-0086
Any ???’s or raffle donations :
Sarah@ 508-280-3013 or Laurie@ 508-237-1269
Donations can be made at the door
Thank you for your generous support
Join us for Excellent Raffles, Door Prizes, food And lifting of spirits!
See you on June 22nd :-)
June 4, 2008
Jalbert Design
These Photos were taken on Friday May 23, 2008 at Lucy Jalbert's studio, 3 days before the fire that swept through their home, destroying the Jalbert's residence and leaving their tenants side of the duplex with heavy smoke and soot damage. With help from family, friends, neighbors and the support of the community the The Studio will reopen hopefully sometime this summer. ( A fundraiser is being planned to assist the Jalbert and Langston families)Featured in the above photos from Jalbert Design:
- Lucy's Jewelry, Custom Fused Glass and beautiful one of a kind Stained Glass originals.
- Arthur Jalbert of Orleans, owner of Turn Me Knot at 4 Academy Place, Unique Burl Bowls and Hats with a touch of Texas!
- Marcia's, (CapeCodSoul.com) Fine Art Photo Tiles and Cocktail Plates featuring many local scenes and Coastal images.
- Max Jalbert who was outside during the fire and is safe!
May 30, 2008
CapeCodSoul at the Reef
Visit The Reef Cafe at Ocean Edge Resort, Brewster to see (and purchase) the latest Canvas Limited Edition Giclees from Marcia.(Limited Edition on the canvas series is currently: Limited & First Edition)
Take home a CapeCodSoul original Canvas and enjoy the Cape year round!
And enjoy Cocktails on the patio....ahhh.... Cape Cod in the summer!
May 21, 2008
The Reef Cafe and CapeCodSoul
The Reef Cafe at Ocean Edge Resort in Brewster is now open for the season. Philip Flath is the new Chef/Manager this year looking forward to Cape life after years as a chef at the Hilton in Boston. Along with the Reef's new chef, menu and management, they also have new decor. Keeping in the 'Reef theme', local artist Marcia Duggan's unique coastal photography provides the perfect complement to the refreshing new Cape Cod Classic Cafe. Marcia's new selection of limited edition canvas images can be seen and purchased at The Reef Cafe. A boutique at the Cafe with limited edition Photo Tiles and Cocktail Plates by Marcia will also be available for purchase. Bon Appetite!For More Info on The Reef Cafe: www.oceanedge.com
May 13, 2008
Cape Cod Tulips
"I am beginning to Learnthat it is
The simple things of Life
Which are the real ones after All."
Laura Ingalls Wilder
Technique:
Zoom in on the flowers and have your F/Stop wide open to keep the subject sharp and the background out of focus.
Have u BU'd today?
marcia
May 5, 2008
Brewster in Bloom
As I drove along Route 6A, these daffodils caught my attention. At first I photographed the daffodils closeup without their surroundings. I photographed them from the front, and the side but still did not have the image I was looking for. Then I added a few shots of the daffodils as they framed the church that was on the same side of the street as the flowers. The sun was behind me and it was casting very contrasty shadows on the church. I knew the final image was going to have too much contrast so I stopped, and looked around for a different point of view.
It wasn't until I turned around that I found the image that really showed off the beauty of the daffodils....backlit, with the sun adding a 3 dimensional look. Since I had to contend with the pavement running right through the center of my photograph, I decided to crouch low and have the daffodils camoflouge the road. The barn with the bikes was not staged!
marcia
April 30, 2008
Tulips at Orleans Town Hall
Have u BU'd today?
Cheers,
marcia
April 13, 2008
NEIPP at Ocean Edge Resort in Brewster
This past week over 300 photographers gathered at Ocean Edge Resort for NEIPP (New England Institute of Professional Photography). (NEIPP is an annual event, www.ppane.com for more info.) I had the opportunity to sit in with a few of the instructors as I was volunteering with the models this year. This photo of Samantha was taken at Rock Harbor for her senior photo in 2006. We had a great time making the photos and not only does it show in Sam's expressions, but we also have the great memories from the portrait session we shared. This photo was not the one she chose to use in her Yearbook, but as a parent I love this image of her as she twirls her hair.... it captures a look I have seen her whole life and evokes so many wonderful memories! I have always felt that the final image from a portrait session is a blending of the subject and the imagemaker. .....All professional photographers are not the same!
As a professional photographer I have seen so many changes as we have transitioned from film to digital. Regardless of the end result, the physical process of having a professional photographer capture an event such as a wedding or a family portrait has remained a constant. A professional photographer still has to have professional skills, the technical ability, the business sense and the passion to separate them from an amateur photographer. So does the end justify the means? These days if all else fails during the actual session it is possible to do some damage control in Photoshop and quite possibly provide a 'decent' image. In my opinion a professional photographer is a professional not only because they can repeatedly create and produce professional images, but because they have the skills to provide a professional experience from start to finish.
I remember at the end of each beach portrait session or wedding I photographed back in the 'film' days, my customers would often comment on what a great 'job' I did that day, however at that point they had not seen a single image from their session. I had accomplished what I set out to do during the actual event and that was to provide an enjoyable experience while creating the images. To lose this mindset just because we have digital tools today that can influence the final outcome is to lose what makes us professionals. The final image is very important and still must be of the highest quality, but the journey to create the images including the feelings, the emotion and the passion must still be a top priority of the professional photographic process today.
The journey is the gift,
marcia
April 2, 2008
March 24, 2008
Have You BU'd Today?
Jeffrey at Captains Golf Course preparing for the 2007 Division 2 State Tournament.
Have you BU'd Today?
Cheers, Marcia
March 19, 2008
Nauset High School Grad
Sam receiving her diploma from NRHS Principal, Mr. Conrad, June 2007.This is just ONE of my reasons for backing up my digital files. I back up my files to an external hard drive which works with a PC or a MAC. On the PC, I often use the Maxtor One Touch Backup System with Retrospect Software. However, remember that an external hard drive is still a computer hard drive, it can crash and it can get viruses like your computer. For double insurance, I also back up my photos online, http://www.capecodsoul.com/workshops.htm for safe keeping in the event of a natural disaster like Hurricane Katrina and the California Fires.
March 12, 2008
CRASHED
All the King's horses and all the King's men, couldn't put these bottles back together again.
The question is not, IF your computer will crash, The question is WHEN?
The Answer:
BACKUP
BACKUP, BACKUP, BACKUP, BACKUP, BACKUP, BACKUP, BACKUP, BACKUP, BACKUP, BACKUP, BACKUP, BACKUP, BACKUP, BACKUP, BACKUP, BACKUP, BACKUP, BACKUP, BACKUP, BACKUP, BACKUP, BACKUP, BACKUP, BACKUP, BACKUP, BACKUP, BACKUP, BACKUP, BACKUP, BACKUP, BACKUP, BACKUP, BACKUP, BACKUP, BACKUP, BACKUP!
Today
Marcia
March 7, 2008
Chatham Beach Portrait
The photo below, was made into a Holiday Greeting Card to share with family and friends.
Before moving on to the 'How To' part of photography, taking the time to write down and really understand your 'WHY' will help define your purpose and goal of making a photograph. Having vision of what your photograph will look like before you actually push the shutter and why you are making this photograph will help guide you to your desired outcome.
Below is an excerpt from Bill Toth, a successful entrepreneur from Houston:
"BEGIN WITH THE END IN MIND"
"You've just been asked to put together a jigsaw puzzle. Having done many such puzzles, you're excited to get started. You pour out all 1,000 pieces, spreading them out across a large table. You then pick up the lid of the box and look at what you're putting together. But there's no picture! It's blank! How will you ever be able to finish the puzzle without knowing what it looks like, you wonder? If you only had a one-second glimpse of what it's supposed to be. That's all you need one picture of the finished product. What a difference it would make! Without the vision of the finished product, putting together the puzzle will take a really long time....
- A great way to focus your "WHY" is to ask yourself, how achieving any particular goal will benefit others."
March 3, 2008
Warm Wishes on Cape Cod
Warm Wishes!
One rainy cool summer afternoon, we decided to head to the Sandwich Boardwalk. On a sunny warm summer day at high tide this spot would be standing room only to jump from the boardwalk. Yes, it was a little cool and we all got wet...even those of us who didn't jump, and we all remember the FUN that we had that day.
This image was later reprinted as our famous Duggan Holiday Card 2000, with the sentiment 'Warm Wishes!' This photo won the 'Youth Theme award' at Professional Photographers of Massachusetts (PPAM), 2001 Convention, and was my first Loan Print from PPA (Prof Photographers of America).
When the famous mural artist Robert Wyland, www.wyland.com, was recently asked, How do you create murals?
He replied, (paraphrase)
"The question is not, How? The question is, Why?"As long as you have access to the internet you can research and solve almost any 'how to' question. The answers are only a few clicks away. So how come we don't know how to do everything? Because it's your WHY that motivates you.
If you want to have more control to produce a desired outcome when making pictures you must first ask yourself 'Why'?
- What is my purpose?
- What is my goal?
- What is the message?
- Who is it for?
- Why I am creating this photograph?
Cheers,
Marcia
February 27, 2008
Welcome to CapeCodSoul
Life is not all about the final destination, it's about the journey. The journey is what you make it....
A few nights ago the lottery was up to $275 million. I bought my tickets and visualized what I would do with the winnings. How would I change my life? Would I change my life? What would be my 'perfect day' if I won the megabucks? If you could make enough money to walk away and be done....what would that mean to you? Lottery winner or not, my visualizations always include my photographic journey.
Photography is the visual means to blend the art and soul of the subject with the creator.
This blog is intended to open our eyes and provide tips and tricks for the 'how to' of photography, and to open our minds to the 'Why' behind each click.
Welcome to the journey. Looking forward to hearing from you.
Cheers,
Marcia
