KRP BLOG

KRP comes to Florida...Club Continental

2011-11-04T08:03:00.000-07:00

This stormy May 14th, 2011 Cynthia and Mike Hale will not let ANYTHING get between them as they marry each other. They made it inside just in time after they were pronounced husband and wife.

"We Did It Together" is imprinted under this image on the cover of their album. They can get through anything with that strong of a bond! They are the lucky parents of a few beautiful kids. Best of luck Cynthia and Mike Hale. Wishing you many ***HAPPY*** years together!

Obi Family welcomes baby Parker...

2011-10-28T14:54:00.000-07:00

Brassard Family Returns...

2011-10-08T11:20:00.000-07:00

This is a REALLY special family of repeat clients that I adore. Their boys are just precious and lil Ryan is autistic so we have our work cut out for us. Truth is, I didn't even know the first few years. He is just an average boy with great emotions. I hope you enjoy these images that show the special bond this family enjoys daily!

Canon DLC: Article: Quick Tip: Halloween Photography

2011-10-08T10:36:00.000-07:00

Canon DLC: Article: Quick Tip: Halloween Photography

Gearing up for Nicole and Ross's Big Day...July 23rd

2011-07-11T09:25:00.000-07:00

Take a peek at their love connection. It is so stinking cute how much they love each other.

This is a tiny (low res) peek at their engagement session. We had such a blast and I am honored to capture their love story at The Atlantica - Cohasset Harbor Resort! These two will be the cute old couple still holding hands! LOVE YOU NICOLE & ROSS!

KRP Fine Art Process...

2011-07-08T07:55:00.000-07:00

Ok, so I start with an okay image that is dull but has potential to be a work of art (usually a landmark). Seen here is a special landmark for Nantucket Island ~ Sankaty Lighthouse. It was recently moved due to the erosion of the bluff on Baxter Rd. I was fortunate enough to enjoy distant views of the Sankaty Light from my office window and when I was young I would fall asleep to the flashes of light every 15 seconds or so!

I took the image and did the usual color and white balance corrections, removed the dust spots, cleaned up a few other things, added a flare to the lighthouse light, desaturated the image and added my special sepia tone. The old paper effect was given to me by a close friend. I erased just enough to add the special effect.

Take a peek at the process of making KRP Fine Art Prints...

Copyrighting now easier...eco filing tips

2011-06-22T16:34:00.000-07:00


	(Electronic Copyright Office)

eCO Tips by www.copyright.gov

PREPARATION Before getting started be sure to check and adjust your browser and/or PC settings as follows:

1. Disable your browser’s pop-up blocker.

2. Disable any 3rd party toolbars (e.g., Google or Yahoo Toolbar).

3. Set your security and privacy settings to MEDIUM.

EASY AS 1-2-3 Registering a claim to copyright via eCO involves three steps in the following order:

1. Application 2. Fee payment (Pay online using pay.gov) 3. Deposit submission (Deposit or deposit copy refers to a copy of the work being registered)

Keep in mind that payment is required before the system will prompt you to upload your work as an electronic file or print out a shipping slip if you plan to submit a hard copy of your work.

UPLOADING MULTIPLE OR LARGE FILES The ‘browse and select’ window enables you to upload individual files. If you have a large number of files, we recommend that you create one or more ZIP files; if you have a very large file, we recommend that you break it up into two or more smaller files. The system has a 30-minute upload time out that, depending on your connection speed, limits the size/number of files that can be uploaded in one session. See the table below for guidance.

SUBMITTING DEPOSIT COPIES A payment confirmation page will appear as soon as payment is completed*. Click

the Continue button at the top right of the screen and do one of the following:

1. If you intend to mail or hand deliver hard copies of your work(s), click the Create Shipping Slip link. Then click on

the blue Shipping Slip link to view and print out a shipping slip to be attached to your work(s). TO AVOID

MISROUTING, please be sure to attach a shipping slip directly to each work or set of works that you submit.

2. If you intend to upload a copy of your work(s) electronically, click the Upload Deposit link. Then browse and select

the file(s) you wish to upload and submit. POP-UP BLOCKER ALERT: The ‘browse and select’ window will not

appear if your pop up blocker is enabled.

For a list of acceptable electronic file types go to http://www.copyright.gov/eco/help-file-types.html.

*If you are not directed back into eCO from pay.gov correctly and a blank screen appears, log out of and then back into

eCO. Click on the blue case number associated with your claim in the Open Cases table at the bottom of the Welcome

screen. On the Case Summary page, click either the ‘Send by Mail’ or ‘Upload Deposit’ button at the top of the page.

Network Connection

Max. File Size

How Many Files Can I Zip?

Typical Modem (56 kbps)

11.3 MB

 6highquality(lowcompression)JPEGstakenwitha5MPcamera  3three-minutestandard(128kbpsbitrate)MP3files

Fiber Optic Cable (2 mbps)

405 MB

 220highquality(lowcompression)JPEGstakenwitha5MPcamera  135three-minutestandard(128kbpsbitrate)MP3files

MAILING DEPOSIT COPIES To avoid damage to your deposit due to Capitol Hill security measures, please package

the following items in boxes rather than envelopes for mailing to the Copyright Office:

 Electronic media such as audiocassettes, videocassettes, CDs, and DVDs

 Microform

 Photographs

 Slick advertisements, color photocopies, and other print items that are rubber- and vegetable-based

Also please note that CDs/DVDs packaged in standard full-sized jewel boxes are more likely to survive the mail radiation

Baby Dylan...

2011-06-14T13:19:00.000-07:00

Baby Dylan is a very special young man that has seen his hard times in the three months of life. I am PROUD to have had the opportunity to meet this heavenly little gem. Auntie Lindsay brought over the bundle of joy Sat AM and George & I melted. Naturally, I had to grab my camera and do a little impromptu photo session. Here's what I captured:

Check out the latest creation...

2011-06-14T12:14:00.000-07:00

http://legomaniacsbykrp.blogspot.com/

The Majestic Planner: Foto Friday - Kristina Ransom Photography

2011-06-10T14:31:00.000-07:00

The Majestic Planner: Foto Friday - Kristina Ransom Photography: "Welcome back to our final post for the week......Foto Friday!! This week's featured photographer is Kristina Ransom from Kristina Ransom Pho..."

NEW...KRP Inspirational Art

2011-06-06T10:52:00.000-07:00

Ready to see my new Inspirational Art?!? I realized the whole reason I got into photography was because (besides the fact that I suck with a paintbrush-lol) my grandfather asked me to continue art in the family. George and my brother have the painting taken care of (and I may dive back in sometime)...but for now...I am sticking to my Canon cameras! These are samples, here is the link to purchase: http://pictage.com/690255

L Series Lenses..."Luxury" lenses by The Digital Picture.com & KRP

2011-05-26T06:58:00.000-07:00

Canon L Lens Series Information

Pictured above from left to right are three lenses from the Canon L Series - the Canon 24-70mm f/2.8 L USM Lens, the Canon 70-200mm f/4 L USM Lens and the Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM Lens.

What is the Canon "L" Lens Series?

Good question - and many answers exist, but it is Canon's professional line (though used extensively by non-professionals) of EOS EF autofocus 35mm SLR and DSLR still camera lenses. Some say L stands for "Low Dispersion" - achieved by the UD lens elements found in these lenses. But, the true answer is probably the one in Canon's Lens Work III Book - "L" is for "Luxury".

Watch the sidelines at the next professional sporting event you attend or watch on TV. Look for the identifying L-lens red stripe around the end of the photographers' camera lenses. These are the people who make a living with their equipment - and they frequently trust the Canon L Lens Series for their income.

About their L lenses, Canon says "these lenses use special optical technologies [such as] Ultra-low Dispersion UD glass, Super Low Dispersion glass, Fluorite elements, and Aspherical elements to truly push the optical envelope."

OK so what does that mean - practically speaking?

What you can get when you use Canon L lenses (if you do your part right) are amazing pictures. In fact, this amazement is said to cause a disease know as "L-Disease". Once caught, it is incurable. You will have to buy Canon L lenses in all of the focal lengths you use. AND you will be happy (and I hope you know that I am not being totally serious).

The above picture shows the Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM Lens (left) compared to the Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 L IS USM Lens extended and retracted along with theirlens hoods. Both lenses have Wimberley P20 Lens Plates mounted on their tripod rings. Canon L lenses generally come with a lens hood included.

Canon L lenses are top quality pieces throughout the line. They typically have wide apertures (fixed throughout the zoom range for most L zoom lenses). Canon L lenses share a rugged build quality. The build quality combined with wide minimum apertures usually result in Canon L lenses being heavy.

The image quality of the Canon L lenses is generally as good as it gets. Contrast, sharpness, color, bokeh (background/foreground blur quality), flare, CA (Chromatic Aberration) ... All are excellent. Full Frame camera body owners will especially find L series lenses to be (on average) significantly sharper toward the edges of the frame compared to lesser lenses.

In general, Canon L series lenses focus fast. The wide maximum apertures (smallest number) and fast, quiet USM motors (Ultrasonic Motors) enhance focusing speed. The Canon 85mm f/1.2 L USM Lens and the Canon EF 180mm f/3.5 L USM Macro Lens are two exceptions to this rule.

Many in the Canon L lens series are white in color. According to Canon, this reduces heat gain when a lens is used in bright, direct sunlight. White reflects more light than black - thus, less heat gain. The white lenses look great (my opinion of course), but attract attention. Again - watch for them the next time you watch a sports event on TV or in person.

Full time manual focusing (FTM) is another feature typically present in the Canon L lenses. You can let the camera autofocus, then manually adjust focus yourself prior to the shot - without lifting your finger from the shutter.

Many of the Canon L series lenses share a 77mm filter size. Because of this, sharing filters such as the B+W Circular Polarizer is possible with many of the lenses in this lineup. More space in the bag and money savings result.

Canon L lenses typically have a non-rotating front element. This is important when using certain filters.

When coupled with the right camera body (generally Canon's 1-Series bodies), many lenses in the Canon L Series provide water resistance.

Two of Canon's largest L Lens Series lenses are shown above - The Canon EF 500mm f/4 L IS USM Lens (on left) and the Canon EF 600mm f/4 L IS USM Lens.

Many of the L series lenses with a maximum focal length of 135mm or higher are compatible with the Canon Extender EF 1.4x II and Canon Extender EF 2.0x II. The extenders make a relatively inexpensive way to extend the focal length of a lens.

The unfortunate attribute that most of these lenses share is a high price tag. For good (to a seller) or bad (to a buyer), resale value is generally high also.

Aren't they beautiful?! Pictured above from left to right is the Canon EF 300mm f/2.8 IS L USM Lens, Canon EF 400mm f/2.8 IS L USM Lens and Canon EF 500mm f/4 IS L USM Lens. Stacked on the right side from top down are the lens hoods from the 300, 500 and 400. All lenses are pictured with optional Wimberley Lens Plates.

The Canon Lens Reviews go into much more detail about specific Canon L lenses. I hope you find the information helpful!

Check out Canon's L Lens Series Info Page.

Neal Guttenberg via Kristina Ransom Photography...

2011-05-24T09:38:00.000-07:00

In speaking with Marydana and Jim about their special Nantucket wedding plans for I quickly thought that Neal Guttenberg would be a perfect referral in my absence. They come from similar lifestyles and traditions. Here is a little sampling of what Neal captured from their romantic Nantucket retreat:

Planner: Samantha c/o White Elephant

Flowers: Flowers on Chestnut

Venue: White Elephant Resort

Dinner: Brant Point Grill

Went to Nantucket in My Mind...

2011-05-19T16:53:00.000-07:00

For more KRP Fine Art Prints please visit: http://pictage.com/690255

You can have them printed on canvas or mounted for fabulous gift ideas! Pictage offers the highest quality products that are lifetime guaranteed!

National Geographic Submission...Katydid by KRP

2011-05-09T11:03:00.000-07:00

www.tinyurl.com/KristinaRansomPhotography for more info!

Lil Gracie...

2011-04-30T08:03:00.000-07:00

I had the pleasure of working with a special young girl who is just precious. This was an unplanned mini session that happened after a joke. I am hoping to enter PPA's Professional Photographer Mag Cover Shot Contest.

Jen and Rob...

2011-03-05T21:06:00.000-08:00

This was every little girls dream wedding at St. Mary's chapel in the heart of Nantucket Town. With a horse drawn carriage and the flower girls gleaming at the happy couple's side, they arrived at the White Elephant Resort. They dance the night away with family and friends at the Brant Point Grill. Take a peek!

The Lussier Family Dec. 4, 2010...

2010-12-10T11:00:00.000-08:00

ENJOY!

My 1st Florida Wedding...in Jacksonville

2010-11-09T17:41:00.001-08:00

Felicidades a David y Brenda
2 de Octubre 2010

Cool Photography Tips...

2010-11-04T22:38:00.000-07:00

November 4, 2010

4 Tips for Shooting in Manual

Written by Mike Adrian

1. Manual White Balance

Basing your exposure and white balance on skin tones is the best way to get consistent and beautiful results when photographing wedding or portraits clients. I like to use manual with balance when shooting my events. I use the Kelvin Scale, which goes from 2,000k to 10,000k. It’s easy to remember because it’s just like regular temperature, warmer skin tones equals a higher kelvin number, cooler skin tones equals a lower number. Common kelvin settings I use when I am shooting natural light are as follows; (Daylight 5200K), (Overcast 6000k), (Shade 7000k). For indoor lighting I use the following settings; (Tungsten 3200k), (Fluorescent 4000K), and for flash shooting, I tend to shoot around (5,500k). Remember that these numbers are approximate numbers, and can be adjusted up, or down, based on personal preference. Adjusting that temperature and basing it off skin tones will provide you with realistic looking people and consistent results which means less time in the front of the computer editing and more time in front of clients with the camera.

2. ISO
ISO measures the sensitivity of your image sensor in your camera. The lower number means the less sensitive your camera is to light therefore less grain. The higher number means your camera is more sensitive to light and more grain. Low light situations will call for higher ISO values. Going above 1000 ISO will not produce successful results in portrait settings as they will be much to grainy. By keeping your ISO as low as possible and learning the relationship between ISO, shutter speed and aperture, you will get consistently beautiful results in even the toughest of lighting situations. Get a real understanding of how the three work together and watch your shooting ability change and be able to take on the most challenging of shoots with the utmost confidence.

3. Shutter Speed
Shutter represents the time that the shutter remains open when taking a photograph. Short shutter speeds can be used to freeze fast moving objects. It also doesn’t allow as much light in, therefore you should have lots of light to make this work. Long shutter speeds can be used to blur a moving object or also let more light in. When shooting weddings or portraits, it’s always best to keep your shutter speed as fast as the light allows. 1/60 second is a safe number to not go below as your subject will become out of focus and blurry due to camera shake. By not going below 1/60, and then adjusting your ISO and lower aperture, you will be able to get the correct exposure and still keep your subject “tack sharp” which in the end is what you need to sell professional prints.

4. Aperture or “F-Stop.”
The aperture can be adjusted to control the amount of light reaching the image sensor, and how much depth of field(blurry or sharp background) in your photo. If you want to separate your subject from the background of a image, a larger aperture(smaller number, F2.8) is required. To add more depth of field use a smaller aperture(higher number, F5.6) Again, taking the time to learn and also experiment with Manual White Balance, ISO, shutter speed and Aperture will result in you taking better, more consistent photos. There is a learning curve to shooting in manual, so don’t give up, and be patient. Mastering this shooting style will give you the confidence you need to be a successful professional photographer.

Written by Mike Adrian

Specializing in photographing destination weddings worldwide, Mike Adrian works with clients to capture the best moments on their wedding day. His work has been featured in national wedding publications, and he has worked and taught alongside some of the industry’s most talented wedding photographers. In a few short years, he has become a leader within the professional photography community. Mike Adrian is based in Hawaii.

You can learn more from Mike in one of his two upcoming workshops at PartnerCon in New Orleans:
1) Manual Shooting: Learning How to Control Your Camera (ParterCon workshop)
2) Mike Adrian: 5 Tips to Put You On Top (Private Workshop) Thursday, November 11th, 1-7pm W French Quarter Hotel. You can win a free seat here!

Children's Portraits 2010...

2010-10-08T10:44:00.000-07:00

Family Photos 2010...

2010-10-08T08:49:00.000-07:00

Just a peek! More to come. THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH FOR YOUR SUPPORT! How do I get the most beautiful families?!

Trevor and Stacy's Wedding...Sconset Chapel & Strong Wings

2010-08-14T11:43:00.000-07:00

Lisa and John's Big Day...

2010-08-01T08:16:00.000-07:00

WHAT A FUN DAY. Every girl's dream to have a White Elephant wedding! I'd like to thank Darya Salon and Brant Point Grille for their wonderful jobs! Congrats John and Lisa & family! ~Kristina

Timmy and Justine's Big Wedding...

2010-07-26T08:27:00.000-07:00

What a special day...

Rob & Jen

2010-05-01T08:09:00.000-07:00

Congrats to Rob and Jennifer Dunbar!!

Absolute Fairytale with horse and buggy, White Elephant reception and Dave Street Band was incredible!!

Timmy D's and Justine's Big Day...

2010-05-01T08:02:00.000-07:00

It's a perfect day (near 70') and sunny!

Check this out: http://aprivateconcierge.wordpress.com/2010/05/01/its-a-perfect-day-for-a-wedding/

Sarah Uhran, A Priate Concierge put it perfectly!

MaRLeY and RYaN...

2009-06-23T09:31:00.000-07:00

Beautiful couple visiting Nantucket from OREGON!

Surprise Engagement...at the Wauwinet!

2009-06-23T09:21:00.000-07:00

Congrats to Rob and Nancy!

Nick and Nancy...April 18th...JC Garden and Brotherhood

2009-04-25T14:41:00.000-07:00

Kisses, Kisses and More Kisses!

CONGRATS Nick and Nancy! ~Kristina and the KRP Team

Hello From KRP...Spring '09 Pet Portraits

2009-04-16T20:02:00.000-07:00

Congrats to David and Maria....March 7th, 2009

2009-03-29T18:00:00.000-07:00

New Season Begins...with a shower...or two!

2009-03-04T18:22:00.000-08:00

CONGRATS,

Theresa and Mario

Awaiting the arrival

of their first baby....

Nathan Florese!

2009-03-04T18:13:00.000-08:00

And...Faregrounds Restaurant....

WiSHiNG YoU MaNY HaPPY YeARs ToGeTHeR!

BaBy MiLeS...

2008-10-03T12:27:00.001-07:00

SCOTTY'S BABY BOY! LOVE and KiSSeS, from Auntie Kristy!

Kristina's Background...

2008-07-10T09:05:00.000-07:00

Hello All,

I am Kristina Ransom Tejada. I was born Kristina Lynn Ransom in Morristown, NJ. I grew up and met many great people through my years in Doylestown, PA. I moved up to Nantucket in '98 with my mom and step-father Earl. I went to UNH for college and Hallmark Institute of Photography. After graduation, I moved back to Nantucket to start my family and career with my husband, Jorge Tejada, a wonderful (hard working) El Salvadoran. We gave birth to a beautiful little boy named Christopher July 6th, 2002. We are a bilingual family in English and Spanish. We enjoy all kinds of sports (including futbol), going to beach, landscaping, hanging out at the airport (for Captain Christopher-our aspiring pilot), having friends over, campfires, etc.

I have a brother, Scott, out in Salt Lake City. He just married Lisa and they are expecting their first child, Miles Ransom in August! Will post pics as they come! Scott has always been a fun loving free spirit, very independent! I have a brother, Mark (hilarious), still residing in PA near his beautiful daughter Olympia Ransom. She's going to be a dancer! I told her as long as she isn't showing skin, she'll be good!!! LOL! Mark is a housepainter, but I have told him many times he needs to be up on stage. The kid was born to entertain. He is known for his DJ skills in Philadelphia. DJ MARK-E-MARK. Can you believe I have two sisters named Becky?? One is my stepsister Becky Hatcher in Columbus NJ and the other is Becky Ransom. We love you Auntie Becky! Becky will tell you how it is and that's that! The best sister, aunt and friend someone could ask for. Just don't talk to her in the AM!!! You can find her behind the bar. If you are going to spend your life at the bar, better be getting paid for it right!?! Like Mark, she will keep you smiling/laughing! I have told the Ransom kids (my brothers and sister) that we should all join and become Ransom Entertainment Inc. Becky can do the wedding/event planning, Mark's the DJ/Comedian, Scott's the Director/Investor/Public Relations and Kristina's the Photographer/Founder. Anyone that knows us would agree! Someday!

I am currently teaching Spanish at Nantucket Elementary School and English at Nantucket Community School. I am also a licensed real estate saleperson, working for Kathryn Hatcher Inc. We hold our licenses at the Maury People, A Sotheby's International Realty located at 37 Main Street, Nantucket. The elite staff there is wonderful and very hard working. Great group of realtors! Which brings me into how I got started doing VIRTUAL TOURS! A virtual tour is a 360' rotating internet picture. I went to Tennessee to further my training in photography and started providing virtual tours to realtors, guest houses, hotels and restaurants. It's cool! Please view my sample tour: http://media.homestore.com/HTC4D758.htm!

I am proud to say that I am growing and expanding and increasing knowledge and teaching everyday. Everyone knows me by my happy go lucky personality and my loving friendly nature. I LOVE PEOPLE and can't wait to meet you!

Drop me a note to say hello or whatever!

Christopher
Boys-Mark, George, Scott

Becky Bec
Olympia

2007-09-19T11:01:00.000-07:00

Jennifer and Scott Ambreceo's wedding was a blast. They had their ceremony in the beautiful Sconset Chapel and their reception at the Sconset Casino. It was a glorious day.

2007-05-16T13:54:00.000-07:00

I thought you all may like to see my NEW virtual tour...Click the link and ENJOY! http://media.homestore.com/HJL3ZDFK-9-VIRTUAL_TOUR.htm

2007-05-16T13:34:00.000-07:00

Tracey & Scott's wedding is coming quickly. It's May 19th here in Nantucket, then I'm off to Hilton Head Island for Memorial Day Weekend and Florida, and back in plenty of time for Jennifer & Scott Ambreceo's June 23rd Wedding. I have a happy ending this month with Scott & Lisa Ransom's Wedding out in Salt Lake City, Utah!

*I am looking forward to meeting with Alison Hilts and Matt Avery! Their wedding is October 6th, 2007! CONGRATS!*

2007-05-16T12:56:00.000-07:00

So, I have been traveling all over the US photographing weddings. My latest wedding was Sarah and Newton's in Philadelphia and they helped inspire me to create images like these:

2007-05-16T12:34:00.000-07:00

Antique Cars....and a Parade...

2007-03-29T09:33:00.000-07:00

Daffodil Weekend...Nantucket

2007-03-29T09:28:00.000-07:00

Daffodil Weekend...Nantucket

2007-03-29T09:06:00.000-07:00

Photos...

2007-03-28T19:03:00.000-07:00

I just feel like posting....Let me know which photo you like best and why!!!

Workshops...

2007-03-27T18:13:00.000-07:00

I took a great Claudia Kronenberg workshop here in Nantucket. We got to experience a fashion shoot in the whaling museum. It was a blast and very informative!

I also took a Neil Van Niekerk flash workshop in a chapel in Watertown, MA. I learned a bunch of new lighting techniques.

I am headed to Photoshop World Convention April 3rd-6th in Boston.

Then, I am phographing a wedding in PA April 14th!

New to This...

2007-03-27T17:34:00.000-07:00

This is my first time posting a blog! Hello ALL. I am a very up beat smily person. I love photographing weddings and children. It is the happiest time (usually) in a bride's life and I love capturing that! I am currently reinventing my business. I am ALWAYS updating my website, so check it out from time to time. I am open to critiques. I want suggestions to better my photography!

Kristina