Woman accuses car lot of selling her a lemon.

Shooting the portrait assignment was easier than the other assignments for several reasons. The lighting was better to work with because it was  outside. Secondly, I had a great subject who had a great story to tell.                                                                                                                                          
Toledoan Bonnie Burnside purchased a vehicle at Toledo Auto Finance. After having the vehicle for only five days, the transmission went out. She claims the dealership is being uncooperative and refuses to fix the vehicle. The only offer the dealership made to Burnside was finding a transmission and a mechanic.

She is protesting the auto dealer’s actions by showing up everyday with her signs to inform the public about her bad deal, and to show the dealership she’s serious. Burnside says she'll be out there everyday "come rain, sleet, or snow."  

Burnside made this assignment easier to complete because she was so open to being photographed.
 I am grateful that I saw her. I couldn’t have chosen a better subject to be a part of my assignment.

Bonnie Burnside protests Toledo Auto Finance after purchasing a vehicle. Toledo,Ohio. (photos by PHO 245 Shalisha Russell)                                                                                                                                                       

McNeese meets and beats Rockets

McNeese player  Rudy Turner goes to the basket while playing the Toledo Rockets March 13. (PHO245 photos by 

Shalisha Russell)

University of Toledo dance squad at halftime during
McNeese vs. Rockets game on March 13, 2012. 

      Shooting sports takes a lot of anticipation. You have to follow the ball and know what will make a good shot. 
      The anticipation of waiting for what will happen is exciting. But knowing what is typically going to happen isn’t close to what actually happens. You may think you know there will be a layup, but a player could fall or miss the shot. Following the ball was hard with the lenses and camera I had. I used a 70-210mm lens. Although it's decent gear, it wasn’t quick enough for me.
     The school spirit was also fun to capture. The dancers, cheerleaders and the blue crew made for good images. They were very excited about each shot the teams made.
     The experience was one to remember. It wasn’t as bad as the previous assignments in this class. There wasn’t really any contact with people and asking them questions. With that said it was much easier to shoot. Talking to people I don't know doesn't bother me, it's when I have to stop shooting to do so. So, I sports turned out to be one I cant wait to shoot again. Although University of Toledo lost the game, I got some great shots.

Rockets player Julius Brown struggles to keep the ball as Mcneese player Patrick Richards runs to catch it March 13, 2012.

Mind blowing weather, Mind blowing show.

 Entertainer Christian speaks to an audience about his road trips. (PHO-245) Shalisha Russell.

Shooting a feature was very stressful. Deciding what to shoot was the hardest decision. I worried if the event would not turn out to be as I envisioned.

So, I walked in and the atmosphere was exciting everyone was happy and laughed wholeheartedly. I was glad that I was in attendance, but then I saw another photographer and wondered how on earth will we get different viewpoints. I had to put all my skills into effect.

The performance of Christian and Katalina was a pleasant surprise, they travel the U.S. doing shows that entertain audiences in a show called Mind Tripping. It was fascinating to see them pull members out of the audience and have them participate in the show.

            The guest that attended the show did not know each other no one was chosen because they knew the right answers. Christian and Katalina were able to tell if the members were not truthful in their answers.           

I was even called up to participate in a sketch. I got up to the stage and was handed a knife. I didn’t know what to expect. It was shocking, and it left me speechless as to what was about to happen. I can say the show is based on the honesty of other people and the expertise of Christian and Katalina.

A college officer was totally baffled after Christian had done a few mind tricks. It was fun to watch everything unfold. She had genuine surprise, and all this fun is based on the reactions of others. It is a must see performance.

            Then there was the weather shot, and I chose to utilize the space around me. So, I went to Ottawa Park, and saw some golfers enjoying the 40 degree weather. I thought the perfect shot for weather s people doing leisure activities.

Overall, it was a fun experience, and it was enjoyable. I overcame any fears about speaking to people I don’t know.

 Don Mickels of Toledo, Ohio enjoys weather while there was a 45 degree day in Febuary 2012(PHO-245) Shalisha Russell.