Timothy Tyler Photography

Anna’s Portrait/Dance Session

Timothy — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 22:03:15 +0000

I was so excited to meet with Anna last week, we were going to SDSU to shoot inside one of the dance studios. There is a part of me that wants to just let loose whenever I walk onto that wood floor, I’m just lucky their was no music playing otherwise I might have succumbed to a bit of dance fever as they call it. I’m not saying I was able to leave unscathed, but I was able to get a few cool shots of Anna before it got a hold of me. We were actually told we couldn’t shoot there about 30 or so minutes into it, which at least gave us a few good shots before we had to shut down. So far it has been better to ask for forgiveness rather than permission when it comes to shooting, you would be surprised at how many places you’re not supposed to shoot at. And here I was thinking this was a free country? haha Since we were no longer welcome inside the studio, we both headed out to the campus. I find the more and more I go to SDSU the more I like the grounds and surrounding landscape, but that could just be because there was no one there. It could be another story if it was filled with close to 30,000 college kids running around.

Morgan’s Portrait Session

Timothy — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 19:25:23 +0000

Morgan and I got together last week to shoot some new head shots and a couple other fun fashion shots. We ended up running a little late so we decided to shoot in her apartment complex. I was a little weary at first, but it turned out to be a very nice place. I loved the fountain that was situated in a quaint little courtyard that was pleasantly landscaped on all sides with lush greenery. It seemed they were able to bring a little wild in to there urban complex, to tell you the truth I almost forgot I was in the middle of a city. I really enjoy shooting in little hidden areas, being able to bring to light something very few people get to see.

Lani’s Portrait Session

Timothy — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 21:01:04 +0000

I had the pleasure of meeting up with Lani last week for an impromptu shoot out in Mission trails. I was a little worried about the heat and the light when we decided to go out there at 3pm, but it turned out to be a wonderful day. I’m always amazed at how much beauty I can find, everywhere I turn something new and exciting seems to jump out at me. I feel like such a kid at times, savoring each moment with all the magic that comes with it.

Nawres & Mimi Wedding

Timothy — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 22:01:12 +0000

I had an amazing time second shooting for Teale Photography on the 4th of July. I’m still blown away by how much I love to work at weddings, to just be there and experience one of the most important days of a couples life together. There is something beautiful about a love that brings two people together from across the globe.

Paige & Anthony

Timothy — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 21:23:57 +0000

Last week I was blessed to go out and shoot with Paige & Anthony out in the sticks of East County. Paige (a fellow San Diego photographer) and I have been talking about setting something up for a while now, so far it had never worked out. It’s always exciting to go out and shoot with another photographer, although it can be a little more nerve wracking. The days leading up to the session were some of the hottest we have experienced this summer. I was so grateful for the clouds that suddenly rolled in a couple hours before the shoot, it was still a hot day but now it was manageable. We even got a little rain here and there, definitely not our normal sunny San Diego weather. As we walked into the woods we were attacked by all the little bugs and critters flitting about the stream that ran thru the trees. Creepy crawlers aside the fauna was beautiful, with a wonderful mix of greens and yellows all around us. I would definitely go there again, I just might invest in a can or two of bug spray…

Adam & His Family

Timothy — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 07:07:00 +0000

Adam and his family were so much fun to shoot with, although I did have to work now and then to get the kids attention. The little ones always seemed to find something that would peek their curiosity, their gaze would just drift away while I was taking pictures. It’s understandable though, there are so many crazy things going on down in Balboa Park. From live music to street performers, it’s hard for me to compete with that kind stuff. I love how children are so interested in the little things, the stuff us bigger kids have forgotten. Whether it is a little red lady bug or a balloon, there is a simple magic in everything they come in contact with. I guess that is one of the reasons I love working with kids, they help me slow down and see how beautiful the world really is. How even the smallest insignificant thing can hold such wonder, a power all it’s own.

Last Minute Shoot-Nina

Timothy — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 19:57:39 +0000

I love being able to go out anytime to just be creative, having fun shooting with different people. You don’t have to expect anything from the shoot, if you get an amazing picture then great, if you don’t then you probably learned something new anyways. A few weeks ago I was on my way to Fry’s with Nina when we decided it would be a good day to shoot. She wanted to shoot some stuff for fun before she moved to Mississippi. It looked like a perfect day to shoot, just enough cloud cover to give us some even lighting and the weather was amazing. At least the clouds were there before we had to run down to Mission Valley to get her dress, then to Fry’s for a hard drive and finally back to Lakeside where the clouds had all but disappeared. We had a lot of fun though, even with an overly bright sun. haha Just two people walking in the woods with a camera. sounds pretty inconspicuous if you ask me.

Deanna’s Graduation Pictures

Timothy — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 06:00:29 +0000

Can I just say I love photography!!! What other job can you have where you spend your days exploring new places, meeting new people, letting your imagination and creativity run wild, while still producing something that will be cherished for years to come? There may be a few jobs like it but probably not many. I got to shoot graduation pictures at SDSU a couple weeks ago with Deanna and her friend. We had a great time walking thru the almost vacant college shooting with anything that caught our eye. It may have been more fun for me, considering I have only been there few times and it was overly crowded. SDSU is really a beautiful school, I had no idea that there was so much within the campus. Makes me wonder what I may be missing at the other San Diego Colleges. I think I may need to take a road trip, throw a backpack, blend in with the students and just wander… I’ve heard great things about Point Loma Nazarene. How could it not be gorgeous, its over looking some of the prettiest beaches in Southern CA…

Rochelle’s Graduation Pictures

Timothy — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 06:44:33 +0000

After talking over a few locations Rochelle and I decided to shoot at Sea Port Village. It turned out to be a great spot for her, she really wanted some of San Diego’s life interwoven in her pictures. The sights, the color, the music that is San Diego at it’s core. Every city has its own voice, with each picture we can capture a little of the beauty that is our fair city. I don’t know about you, but I love shooting outdoors. I don’t want to hide away in a studio making the perfect shot, where is the reality in that. Life is flawed, filled with dirt, grim and beauty. When we take one away I feel we take away the truth, leaving behind a shell that may or may not tell the whole story. Each element good or bad tells a story. I have not heard a story that fails to spark the imagination.

Christian High Jr. Sr. Banquet

Timothy — Fri, 14 May 2010 19:06:18 +0000

I thought I would post some of the fun pictures from the Christian High Banquet. I know it is tough to wait in line to get pictures when you are hungry and just want to hang out with your friends, but tradition states that pictures are necessary to commemorate such occasions as this. Besides, mom and dad want something to put up on the mantle so they can show you off to their friends. I tried to make it as fun as possible, or at least painless I wanted to give them all a chance to be themselves yet keep it true to the proms of old. Here are a few of those cool cats being themselves and having fun time in front of the camera.