Atlanta Greek Picnic Step Show

I attended my first but maybe not my last Atlanta Greek Picnic step show. It was entertaining and very organized. Here is a few of my favorite pictures and video from the performances.

More after the jump

Kappa Psi Caribbean Cruise

I had the privilege of shooting the Kappa Psi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. You can tell from the look on the faces of the guests as they danced and mingled that they were really enjoying themselves. It was an entertaining and stimulating evening. I also got a chance to put the battery pack I purchased for my 580 EXII to use. The recycle time was greatly reduced. I was always ready for the shot, no waiting for the flash and after 3 hours it was still ready when I packed it up to go home. Here are a few of my favorite shots from the night's festivities.

My Trip to a Monastery

Sometimes I like to take a break from the fast paced race known as my life and I like to head to a nice quiet spot where I can just chill and recharge my batteries. I found this place awhile ago while reading one of the many photographers' blogs that I read when I get a chance. As always I like to carry my camera just incase I stumble on to something I just can't help but shoot.

Here are some of those things!

Malica and Chris Family Pics

It's been a while since I've blogged. I could blame it on any number of things but I won't. I will say that I have been super busy with lots of things. From moving to new job responsibilities to other things. But I'm back at it again and I am hoping that I will keep it up. With that said


I had the absolute privilege of shooting some portraits of Malica and Chris a few weeks ago. This is the second time I've done a shoot with them and I always have a fun time with them. They always bring a lot of energy and ideas with them. I just give a little direction and let them take over.

Here are some of my favorite images from the session

Malica flexs her muscles for the camera

Chris shows us his Cali Lean

Mother and son

Father and son

Alpha Sigma Scholarship Ball

Sometimes you can walk into a situation and know exactly what needs to be done. You know exactly what you want your pictures to look like. But most times you don't know your hand from your foot. I stepped into La Fontaine Bleue Friday night for the Alpha Sigma Scholarship Ball and I can tell you, I fell straight into the the latter category. I did have an idea of how I wanted the final image to look like but time and circumstances make you adjust all preconceived ideas. So what do I do in situations like this. Well first, I piss my pants. Then after I clean my self off I scout for interesting backgrounds. I'm still new to looking for interesting backgrounds especially when I don't know who I will put in front of them, but I do the leg work to get used to it. After I find my backgrounds, I find interesting subjects.

La Fontaine Bleue provides a person a place to take wonderful pictures. But none more noticeable than the large fountain in the lobby. It's so noticeable that everyone wanted to have their picture taken in front of it. The area also allowed me the space to execute a group photo.




I like shooting here because everyone is dressed to impress and the whole atmosphere sings class and sophistication. I had a really good time at the ball and I hope the pictures can express that. Till next time.






Classy might have been the theme for the night but you know that we like to get wild and crazy so enjoy.

Exciting News

I have a lot to be excited about. For the past few weeks, I've been hit with unbelievably good fortune. I have been blessed to be selected to provide my services for the Harbor Institute. This company provides educational services as well as products to colleges and universities and after being present to a few presentations of not only the owner but also the other presenters, I can say that every person that gets a chance to hear them speak will walk away from the experience with a wealth of information. The presenters are not just informative but entertaining as well.

That being said, I can say that this fortune has not come without it's responsibilities. One is getting up early on a Saturday to drive my carcass to cities I didn't even knew existed. I don't know where the presenters get their energy so early in the morning but they bring it every time I see them. High energy, high audience participation and just a high level of enjoyment for what they do. I have to say it has been a pleasure working with them.

The other good news is that my website, www.rhylinimages.com is officially up and running. It's always under construction and I plan to add more images and content to reflect the work that I do. So stay tuned because I have some new things in the works

Weekend Getaway v3.0

I spent an awesome weekend in Virginia Beach. I only made it to the sand once and that was for a few seconds, but when you have sweet company it didn't really matter. Things I learned from my trip;

1. I pack A LOT of stuff. Most of which are electronics. I carried 5 bags, half of one of the bags had clothes in it.
2. if you get a hotel on the strip you better not make plans to move your car after you park or you may not have a parking space when you get back.
3. Plans can change faster than a Formula 1 car. Be able to play things by the ear. I had to do this many times this weekend.
4. I'm a jerk and an asshole. (not my diagnosis, but I resemble those remarks)
5. It is unlawful to curse or generally be disrespectful on the strip or the beach, (WTF is that about lol) and the city of VA makes sure you know this with one of its intricately placed signs.
6. I might be a lightweight, but I bounce back from liquor quicker than most.
7. I want an Accelerate suit and a Night Raven.
8. My truck is the most reliable, inconsistent SOB I know. I went from getting 14-15 mpgs to 18 mpgs. I guess it's like a wine it gets better with age.
9. The devil designed I-95 for the torture of humanity's souls. It's the only highway that can go from smooth sailing to parking lot on the weekend in 2 miles for no discernable reason.

With everything said and done though, I had an absolute blast and now I can get on with my job and make that money.
Till next time.