Podcast is Out! Display Color Calibration + Audio Editing
This weeks internet radio show that I co-host is out. Give it a listen and please subscribe via iTunes for a weekly latte & digital photography fix! As always we keep the show light & conversational and discuss the Art & Business of Photography. We discuss SpyderGallery iPad app, color calibration and have a [...]
Brand New Podcast Digital Photography Café “Art & Business”
We are happy to announce the launch of our new podcast, Digital Photography Café. Trevor Current from CurrentPhotographer.com and Joseph Cristina from Alluremm.com have come together to create an inspiring, educational and entertaining podcast about the art and business of photography. Each week Trevor and Joe get together to talk about the creative side of photography and [...]
Photograph Like the Masters – How to take better photos?
Photograph Like the Masters How to take better photos? Ok folks. Recently I was listening to one of the many podcasts that I frequent and heard something very strange. One of the hosts indicated that many people convert images to black and white as a way of fix or cover-up poor quality photos. [...]
A conversation with Trevor Current & Joseph Cristina
Chatted with Trevor Current of CurrentPhotographer.com this evening regarding the brand new Google +1 Experimental Product and TrueTwit.com a twitter account validation site. So …. We chat on a regular bases about Photography and Social Media and this evening decided to lay down a track as we discussed these topics perceived and practical relevance and how they can or will directly effect you! We want to hear from you; Drop us a comment or question that you would like for us to cover in future discussion on all Photography, Social Media and how they’re both interweaved.
Opening Night Joseph Cristina Fine Art Photography Exhibit
Opening Night of Joseph Cristina’s Fine Art Gallery Exhibit in the Heart of the Art District Las Olas Ft Lauderdale FL Opening Night of my Fine Art Gallery Exhibit in the Heart of the Art District Las Olas Fort Lauderdale Florida turned out exceptional and will run throughout the entire month of March! I’ve included a few [...]
Classy Boudoir Photography Behind The Scenes TV Segment
Classy Boudoir Photography Behind The Scenes TV Segment
NBC 6 / Telemundo 51 Miami
Previously we were interviewed by The TodayShow for what I call my “Classy Not Trashy” Boudoir Photography. Just recently we were approached by a producer from NBC 6 / Telemundo 51 Miami to do a full segment regarding this specific form of photography.
Boudoir Photography should force the photographer to create images that flatter their client and do so in a classy manor but over the years I saw so many “boudoir photos” that in my mind did the contrary. I made it my goal to bring the Classy back to Boudoir Photography and it’s my hope this thought can be seen within my boudoir photographs.
Like all other forms of portraiture, Boudoir Photography does allow for surreal themes, playfulness and artistry with styling seen within the pages of todays top fashion magazines.
With a strong collaboration between The Client, My Beautiful Wife, Fabiola, Licensed Cosmetologist / Hair & Makeup Artist and myself professional photographer we create images that are truly timeless.
I’ve been told by clients that our sensual photography sessions are life transforming events and many women have returned years later for followup sessions as a way to document their life’s journey of self discovery!
We are located in Sunny South Florida Palm Beach County but travel the country and even worldwide sharing our gifts.
From Fine Art, Boudoir, Modeling and Commercial Photography project, I would like to welcome all to contact me for more information. Enjoy the segment!
Joseph Cristina Fine Art Gallery Exhibition – Good versus Evil
The Good versus Evil conflict is the most common conventional theme in literature throughout history. In this unique exhibition, one sees this universal part of the human condition portrayed in the Fine Art Photography of Joseph Cristina and Fine Art paintings of Stephanie Knight. This exhibition sets the stage for the theme of the arts salon’s, concerts and events for the month of March. Cocktail Hour at 7:00 PM — concert at 8:00 PM
Behind the Scenes Video of Fashion Photography Photo Shoot
Behind the Scenes VIDEO of Professional
Fashion Photographer Joseph Cristina
On Location “Run & Gun” Test Hasselblad H4D-40 Medium Format Digital Camera
Run & Gun was my theme – Unlike many, I decided to detach this $27,000 camera kit from it’s umbilical cord and shot untethered with high speed UDMA SanDisk 16gb & 32gb Memory Cards.
At $1,000/hr for location costs, it was both Awe-Inspiring & Exhilarating at the same time! I can not say enough about the team of 11 creatives whom collaborated on this project to make it happen! Thank you all!
This video is simply a fast paced “Run & Gun” depiction of the Fashion Shoot testing the Hasselblad H4D-40 Medium Format Digital Camera. I hope you enjoy it.
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Come See How the Photos Turned Out CLICK HERE
These images were taken during a fashion shoot in in sunny Miami, Florida at Shake-A-Leg Miami Aquatic Center and Marine Academy. You may see some familiar locations in the images and behind the scenes video as several segments of the USA Network hit TV show “Burn Notice” were filmed there, Sailing Dock as well as a Private Island.
Fashion Photography Behind the Scenes of Professional Photo Shoot Fashion Photographer Joseph Cristina
Behind the Scenes of Professional Fashion Photography Shoot in Miami Beach FL
with Joseph Cristina Fashion Photographer from Allure Multimedia
As a fashion photographer that absolutely loves working with fashion designers, this gig was a dream. While, being given the opportunity to put the Hasselblad H4D-40 medium format 40 megapixel digital camera through it’s paces in a non-traditional “Run and Gun Style”, “Real World”, “On Location” high fashion photography photo shoot was like giving a kid the keys to a candy store; I’m still on a sensor high! This entire shoot would shot with the Hassy and a back Canon 5DmkII as a control unit!
Run & Gun was my theme – Unlike many, I decided to detach this $20,000-$30,000 camera kit from it’s umbilical cord and shot untethered with high speed UDMA SanDisk 16gb & 32gb Memory Cards.
So …
NO Cables
NO Laptop
NO Pro Lighting (580ex II’s + Pocket Wizards Only)
= Light Weight, Mobile & Tons of Fun!
A full review on my experience with this camera will be soon coming by Press Agent Trevor Current of CurrentPhotographer.com whom flew down to Sunny Miami Florida just to cover this location fashion shoot. Stay Tuned!
The shoot took place in sunny Miami, Florida at Shake-A-Leg Miami Aquatic Center and Marine Academy. You may see some familiar locations in the images and behind the scenes video as several segments of the USA Network hit TV show “Burn Notice” were filmed there, Sailing Dock as well as a Private Island.
Our 10 hour day included 11 creatives all collaborating to make this project a success. I hope you enjoy the fashion photographs and Behind the Scenes video soon to be released.
PhotoPlus Expo @ Javits NYC * Cinematography / Professional Event Photography
Even more exciting is the fact that I was asked to shoot the video for an amazing seminar entitled: New Media Marketing for Next Generation Photographers on Friday. The Cinematography will be shot using multiple Canon 5DmkII and digitally recorded via the incredible H4N. Behind the scenes / Teaser video coming soon after the event. There will be an star studded line up of industry leader speaking which include: Jack Hollingsworth, Lindsay Adler, Rosh Sillars & Trevor Current all speaking about Marketing & Social Networking for the photographer. This is a must see for any Beginner, Intermediate or Pro Photographers that wishes to hedge their marketing dollars by using today social media avenues! If your in the area, come by and say hello! I’m always eager to me new interest people. Don’t forget to ask Lindsay or Rosh to sign their new book for you: The Linked Photographers’ Guide to Online Marketing and Social Media
If you or your organization requires 30 second ad spot, commercials, music videos or any other type of cinematography, please don’t hesitate to contact us for a proposal. You may call 561.762.8968 or complete our contact form here!
How to pick an Actor Headshot or Modeling Headshot Photographer?
How to pick an Actor Headshot or Modeling Headshot Photographer?
HINT: ALL ASPIRING MODELS & ACTORS MUST KNOW
When commissioning a photographer, take the time to look at their portfolio, discuss with them exactly what you or the agency requires and for the Love of God, do your due diligence before wasting your money.
If you think (man or woman) you can do your own hair & makeup; SLAP YOURSELF once for being ignorant and twice for being so damn cheap! (Did I say that?… YES! YES I DID…) A hair & makeup artist on location during your session will not only provide you with a better photographic appearance but will also provide different hair do’s and fashion styling which ultimately will benefit you by providing a greater number of looks to proof through once your session is over.
Actor Headshot South Florida Acting Headshots Photographer
This is a update to the post entitled Actor Actor Headshots & Becoming An Actor; Hope this helps!
Well after going though many shots, LA Actor Benjamin James selected this image to represent himself and as a branding portrait. As discussed, the image MUST
Must depict the actor in his or her best light * You just gotta look good, plain and simple; nothing highbrow here!
Must be Timely * Should appeal to “today’s” Agencies / Movie & TV Producers * Always be hip & in fashion * NEVER look dated!
Must not “LOOK” heavily retouched or altered * How many of you have seen “modeling photos” that look like plastic dolls?
Must have an eclectic essence or mass appeal * You don’t want to ever be pigeonholed as an actor!
Must brand YOU as to who you are or who you aspire to be * Read my Branding Article to learn more about this concept
Once again, becoming an actor is not easy but with strong collateral materials you can reach for the stars.
In an up an coming article I will be explaining what an Actor Portfolio so encompass and why you should have one when courting an acting agencies.
For inquiries regarding Professional Acting Headshots, Modeling Headshots or our anything regarding our Professional South Florida based Photography Studio here in Sunny West Palm Beach and to book a session, please ring us at 561.762.8968 or simply complete our contact form located here!
As always, I want to here from you! Comments, Questions & Suggestions for future topics are encouraged!
You may contact us via my Twitter and or Facebook account to request more information. Take a moment to friend us and touch base; I would love to hear from you!
Palm Beach Destination Wedding Photography & Cinematography
Palm Beach Destination Wedding Photography &
Wedding Cinematography
by Allure Multimedia Professional Photography & Cinematography
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Is it time for your Destination Wedding? Are looking for Professional Destination Wedding Photography or Wedding Cinematography and need to keep the event under wraps until the event is over or possibly indefinitely? If so, look no further! We’ve worked with and are trusted by celebrities, sports icons, government officials to fortune 100 companies due to our unwavering professionalism and integrity.
Bridal Boudoir Sensual Photography Palm Beach South Florida Boudoir Photographer Joseph Cristina
Like all other forms of portraiture, my Bridal Boudoir Photography remains as always ” Classy NOT Trashy ” but does allow for surreal themes, playfulness and artistry with styling seen within the pages of todays top fashion magazines. The striking images seen here were a collaboration between The Bride, my beautiful wife, Fabiola, Licensed Cosmetologist / Hair & Makeup Artist and myself professional photographer. From a beautiful bridal Boudoir Portrait, to an angelic fashion image and even a more thought provoking photograph including Gold Plated Guns; all allowed us to have a great time while exploring the imagination of our client.
When a bride commissions us for a Bridal Boudoir Photography Session she is able to have fun, let go of her inhibitions and allow herself to enjoy the process of creating stunning photographs which her future husband will absolutely adore!
The ” same ol’ ” bridal gift to a bride’s fiancée has been replaced with high-end magazine quality works of art! Over the years we have been told that our sensual photography sessions are truly life transforming events and many have returned years later for another session!
Side Note: It was touching to see a tear come from the fiancée when, while getting ready, he was presented with a beautiful box containing a heart felt letter along with his ” lil’ angel’s ( now super models ) photograph “!
We are located in Sunny South Florida Palm Beach County but travel Country and even worldwide sharing our gifts. Give your husband or significant other something special, something from the heart, a piece of you which will be treasured for a lifetime. Book your session with Joseph and Fabiola today.
Destination Wedding Photography South Florida Boca Raton at Boca Resort & Spa
From Wedding Photography, Wedding Cinematography, Bridal Hair & Makeup Styling; last weeks wedding was absolutely stellar to say the least! Located at the beautiful Boca Raton Resort & Spa, a stunning venue for picture perfect South Florida destination weddings in East Boca Raton South Florida on the gorgeous inter-coastal waterway.
Having a background in magazine photography and as a Fashion and Portrait Photographer with an eye for the fine arts; it’s my goal to provide the bride & groom with photographs which look ready to be published within a bridal magazine, wall portrait or even seen hung in an art gallery. As they say, the devils’ in the details and the details are a major part of my style of wedding photography. I include my signature artistic flare while providing a fun easy going attitude capturing the day as it unfolds and not forcing images which would later look unnatural.
The Creating of an Image & Professional Branding of a Company
The Creating of an Image & Professional Branding of a Company
I’m publishing this short entry as a follow up to my previous article entitled ” Professional Branding Portraiture Photography – Ditch the 80’s Real Estate Head Shot “. Let me beginning by giving you some background: A few weeks back the studio receives contact from a brand new company which was in need of a “Look”, a “Brand”, or “Image” to allow their clients to recognize them immediately when seeing their promotional materials.
This strong association between the Company and the Brand is one of the most critical factors when starting a new venture and is so often over looked..
American Heart Association Gala Event Heart Ball 2010 North Palm Beach Florida
This was a amazing gala event raising money & awareness for the American Heart Association. Honorary Chair was the one and only, New York Jets Hero and Legion, Joe Namath.
Sidenote: Joe Namath was down to earth, wonderful to speak to and really understanding while having to photograph him for over an hour in his VIP room seen above! What a great sport!
For Professional Gala Event Photography, For Profit & Non-Profit Event Coverage or confidential celebrity photos sessions, drop us a line!
Professional Branding Portraiture Photography – Ditch the 80′s Real Estate Head Shot
Professional Branding Portraiture Photography – Ditch the 80′s Real Estate Head Shot – A branding portrait must scream out who you are while informing the viewer as to what you do. Knowing ones self comes 1st!
10 Ways to Convince Yourself, Family & Friends That You Must Have A Shiny New Apple #iPad
10 Ways to Convince Yourself, Family & Friends
That You Must Have A Shiny New Apple #iPad
1. The iPad will force me to be more organized while never again forgetting to complete what’s on my honey do list.
2. The iPad will force me to be more prompt; early instead of late to all future appointments and client meetings.
3. The iPad will take the place of my heavy portfolio as art directors will no longer have a need to see printed images.
4. The iPad will display my work so beautifully I will certainly obtain more clients while increasing over all profitability.
5. The iPad purchase will make me ECO friendly “Green” by no longer using paper; saving the forests and putting a halt to Global Warning.
6. The iPad purchase will allow Apple to hire more employees resulting in lowering unemployment.
7. The iPad will save me over $500 a year by no longer needing to purchase Newpapers or Magazines.
….ooops. This might contribute to higher unemployment… Ahh Whatever! … Read #6 – Relax – Drink the Kool Aid – Every-thing’s fine!
8. The iPad will raise my IQ 20 points by allowing me to take advantage of online classes from the comforts of my bathroom.
9. The iPad purchase will demonstrate to my clients that I’m on the bleeding edge of technology, an early adopter and certainly a leader NOT a follower.
… And the last reason that I absolutely must purchase a Brand New Shiny Apple iPad is that…
10. It’s just so darn sexy my libido will surely skyrocket from simply Turning It On!
….Honey… I’m home, let’s break out a bottle of wine, my iPad and head straight to bed!
OK FOLKS, Now you know why the Apple iPad is an absolute must have so get out there and pick up one of these Life Altering Marvels of Modern Day Technology … I AM
Facebook gives back 20% to the photo community!
Facebook’s gives back 20% to the photo community
A few days ago while uploading an image to my Facebook Portfolio I noticed that the size reduction after compression was not as severe as in the past. To see what had changed, I downloaded the image into Photoshop to check it’s size after being run through Facebook’s “new” photo algorithm and ,to my amazement, I immediately found a 20% increase in the size of the image. In the past, photographs would be reduced to a max “long edge” length of 604px but now the image was a whopping 720px.
Allure Multimedia Professional Commercial Photographer * Q: ISO vs Strobes vs Monolights
Will higher useable ISO create a resurgence of small Strobes vs Monolights?
As an event and commercial photographer base in West Palm Beach, FL, I’m continuously replacing old gear with new to increase productivity. Well, yesterday I began searching for a new set of studio strobes as ours are… let’s just say… getting at bit long in the tooth!
Jumped head first into researching which of today’s monolights was not only high quality but also were the best bang for the buck. While reading reviews and of course asking friends and fellow professional photographers, @trevorcurrent, @photojack, @lensflare35, @newmediaphoto, just to name a few, on Twitter — my second home. Quickly it became apparent that this cross section of well-recognized Pros would have answers as diverse as the style of photography they worked in. From Alien Bee to ProFoto and everything in between!
Professional Event Photography 2010 Professional Athlete Business Summit at Turnberry Isle Resort / Ocean Front Luxury Trump Hollywood
2010 Professional Athlete Business Summit Turnberry Isle Resort / Ocean Front Luxury Trump Hollywood Professional Event Photography by Joseph Cristina of Allure Multimedia, LLC From NFL Players, Past & Present, to the top motivational speakers in the world. This summit, brought to you by Locker 2 Locker, took place at the Luxury Fairmont Turnberry Isle [...]
West Palm Beach Professional Fine Art Photographer Art Gallery / Exhibition Licensable Print Photography
West Palm Beach Professional Photographer
Art Gallery / Exhibition / Licensable Prints
Professional Gallery Exhibit Photography Fine Art Commercial and High-End Reproduction for Advertising Campaigns, Media, Magazine Cover Shots and Corporate – Signed & Numbered Reproductions Available — For Print or Online Licensable Photos / Images please contact Joseph Cristina @ 561.762.8968 or simply complete the below form.
