Daniel Berman Photography -- Seattle Washington Freelance Photographer Daniel Berman

Meadowdale High Graduation ceremony

2008-07-13T22:52:00.000-07:00

I love shooting graduations because everywhere you look there is something special, intriguing, and meaningful happening. On this assignment for The Enterprise Newspapers, I looked for those meaningful moments, and tried my best to faithfully capture them. I got to meet some pretty neat kids, among them, Haley-Rose Smith, seen in the first photo using a walker. Smith suffered a debilitating injury to her legs that left her unable to walk. Her doctors told her she would likely never walk again. Months later, she has made a stunning recovery -- and using only a walker -- she walked in her high school graduation ceremony. Meeting interesting people and being able to tell their stories is just one more terrific part of being a photographer.

A few images:

Thanks for looking! Comments always appreciated.

Daniel

Shooting & Assisting a Wedding

2008-07-01T08:33:00.000-07:00

I had a good time this last Saturday assisting Portland, OR freelance photographer Craig Mitchelldyer (http://craigmitchelldyer.com) on one of his wedding day shoots.

The experience of shooting a wedding was exhilarating, tiring, interesting, unique, and all together never boring.

At any rate, check out a few of the photos I made:

Leaving the Hotel Deluxe en route to a portrait session pre-wedding ceremony. Shawn and Rachel, wed Saturday June 28, 2008 in Portland, Oregon.

Family members border Shawn, center, as they take the elevator down at the Hotel Deluxe en route to a portrait session pre-wedding ceremony. Shawn and Rachel, wed Saturday June 28, 2008 in Portland, Oregon.

A groomsman sprays cologne on his clothes as the guys get ready at the Hotel Deluxe. Shawn and Rachel, wed Saturday June 28, 2008 in Portland, Oregon.

A proud father looks on as his son Shawn gets dressed pre-wedding ceremony at the Hotel Deluxe. Shawn and Rachel, wed Saturday June 28, 2008 in Portland, Oregon.

The bride Rachel looks around for a needed wedding party member during a portrait session outside the Church. Shawn and Rachel, wed Saturday June 28, 2008 in Portland, Oregon.

Copyright 2008, Daniel Berman
Rachel and Shawn posing with the wedding party. Shawn and Rachel, wed Saturday June 28, 2008 in Portland, Oregon.

Rachel waits with her father before walking down the aisle. Shawn and Rachel, wed Saturday June 28, 2008 in Portland, Oregon.

Shawn and Rachel, wed Saturday June 28, 2008 in Portland, Oregon.

Making the trip down Morrison street in Portland from the Church to the Reception. Shawn and Rachel, wed Saturday June 28, 2008 in Portland, Oregon.

Making the trip down Morrison street in Portland from the Church to the Reception. Shawn and Rachel, wed Saturday June 28, 2008 in Portland, Oregon.

Thanks for looking--

Daniel

Recent Work from May

2008-05-22T17:44:00.000-07:00

Here is some of my recent work from the month of May. I have been shooting a lot of unusual assignments this month, from men's fashion portraits to a story on a circus performance class, to wild art around town. Somewhere in the middle I also got to photograph former Muslim Chaplain at Guantanamo Bay James Yee, who spoke at SCC.

Jordan McGill shows off his Ray-Ban shades and vintage peacoat in these portraits made Monday May 19, 2008.

A photo of Camp Delta at Guantanamo Bay flashes on a projector screen, during a speech by former Muslim Chaplain James Yee Wednesday May 14, 2008. Yee discussed with students and staff his experiences in the military and at Guantanamo Bay.

Cascade High School ASL Team members Tyler Anderson, left, and Amanda Habben discuss strategy during competition at the 4th Annual ASL Bowl Saturday May 3, 2008 at Shoreline Community College in Shoreline, WA

A sculpture by Ashley Kamachi created for Don Wade's Sculpture course rests near the 1500s building courtyard Tuesday May 20, 2008.

Lynnwood High's Dylan Burnett-Lewis competes in the 4x100m relay race during the Wesco South track meet at Edmonds Stadium Friday May 9, 2008.

Paul Hefner, 10, acts as Oliver as he is lifted in the air by Peter Tobin, playing Bill Sykes, during a dress rehearsal of Oliver Tuesday May 20, 2008.

Circus Performance class student Tucker Boggio lays on the ground to relax after practicing his construction stilts technique Monday May 5, 2008.

Daniel Trierweiler, a Circus Performance class student, practices slacklining, the act of walking across a piece of rope pulled taut between two stationary objects.

Shorecrest High's Nate Chamness, 22, left, celebrates with teammate Eli Blauser, 18, after Chamness' goal late in the second half of their 8-0 win over rival Lynnwood in the 1st round of the 3A District One tournament Saturday May 3 at Shoreline Stadium.

Shorecrest High's Glenn Paden, left, and Garrett Musar walk around the track during the team's 8-0 win over rival Lynnwood High in the 1st round of 3A District Playoffs

Daniel

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Daniel Berman is a Seattle, Washington freelance photographer specializing in news, sports, music, and portrait photography.

Recent Clients: Alternative Press Magazine, CMJ, Magazine, Comcast Cable, Convenience Store Decisions Magazine, The Daily Everett Herald Co., Seattle Sound Magazine, SeattleTimes.com, The City of Seattle, Epic Records, Sony Music

4th Annual ASL Bowl

2008-05-03T17:51:00.000-07:00

I photographed the 4th annual American Sign Language Bowl at Shoreline Community College today.

Four area high schools competed for points in categories ranging from Instructions to Translation. This was certainly a sensitive assignment for me as many of the students and organizers were non-hearing, making communication difficult.

It was interesting though to try and look for moments when no words were spoken for the duration of the competition.

P.S. Apparently, 'Jazz hands' is how you sign applause.

Cascade High School ASL Team members Tyler Anderson, left, and Amanda Habben discuss strategy during competition at the 4th Annual ASL Bowl Saturday May 3, 2008 at Shoreline Community College in Shoreline, WA

Guidelines for the 4th Annual ASL Bowl rest on a table Saturday May 3, 2008 at Shoreline Community College in Shoreline, WA

Edmonds Home School's Kaylee Jacobsen and South Kitsap High's Billie Kuner wait with backs turned as an Everett High competitor answers at the 4th Annual ASL Bowl Saturday May 3, 2008 at Shoreline Community College in Shoreline, WA

Edmonds Home School's Indeah Thomaier waits with back turned as South Kitsap High's Chelsea Thomas, right, answers at the 4th Annual ASL Bowl Saturday May 3, 2008 at Shoreline Community College in Shoreline, WA.

Caurilyn Harrington waits for instruction from organizer Richard Jacobs during competition at the 4th Annual ASL Bowl Saturday May 3, 2008 at Shoreline Community College in Shoreline, WA

Judge Barbara Hayes speaks to fellow judges Lance Forshay, center, and Brent Anderson during competition at the 4th Annual ASL Bowl Saturday May 3, 2008 at Shoreline Community College in Shoreline, WA

Cascade High School ASL Team members Sarah Basto discusses strategy with team mates during competition at the 4th Annual ASL Bowl Saturday May 3, 2008 at Shoreline Community College in Shoreline, WA

Cascade High School ASL Team member Kahyla McCauley listens intently during competition at the 4th Annual ASL Bowl Saturday May 3, 2008 at Shoreline Community College in Shoreline, WA

Edmonds Home School's Indeah Thomaeir reacts as her team is awarded the maximum 5 points in the last round of competition, giving them the winning 34 points over Cascade's 32 points at the 4th Annual ASL Bowl Saturday May 3, 2008 at Shoreline Community College in Shoreline, WA

Competitors sign 'applause' at the conclusion of the 4th Annual ASL Bowl Saturday May 3, 2008 at Shoreline Community College in Shoreline, WA

Comments always welcome,

Daniel

Annual Univ. Washington Spring Scrimmage

2008-04-26T23:24:00.001-07:00

I had a good time shooting the UW Huskies Annual Purple-Gold scrimmage for ICON SMI today. It was both my first time shooting for ICON and my first time covering NCAA football.

The last time I was at Husky Stadium was in 2005 when I assisted the legendary photographer Robert Seale, then of The Sporting News. To be there today shooting for myself felt pretty cool.

Anyway, a few pictures...

Quarterback Jake Locker jumps in the air to catch a fake hike, which he then sent sailing for a touchdown in the 2nd quarter.

Husky gold wide receiver Tony Chidiac (#28) gets bungled up with a purple defense on an incomplete pass late in the 4th quarter.

Quarterback Jake Locker gets roughed up early in the 2nd quarter.

Husky purple team member (#11) runs for a small gain in the 3rd quarter.

Husky head coach Tyrone Willingham observes 1st quarter action in the spring scrimmage game.

Purple team tailback Brandon Yakoboski (#35) is brought down by a member of the gold team.

Purple team tightend Chris Izbicki (#4) finds an opening early in the 2nd quarter.

Purple team cornerback Matt Mosley (#19) declares an endzone reception safe, moments before officials did the same, in the 2nd quarter.

Gold team defensive tackle Jovon O' Connor (#55) takes a breather after winning their game against the purple team, as gold team tightend Johnie Kirton (#37) looks on.

A fan looks a little dejected during half time of the annual purple-gold Husky spring scrimmage.

Comments always welcome.

Daniel

Pre Husky Spring Game

2008-04-26T11:59:00.000-07:00

I am waiting for the game to start...which I am shooting for ICON SMI. Wish me luck on my first assignment with them.

Comments always welcome.

Daniel

Waiting for the Dalai Lama Pt. 1

2008-04-12T12:21:00.000-07:00

I am down on the field at Qwest Field, sitting on the media podium, waiting until the 1:00pm (or is it 1:30pm?) start to the Dalai Lama Heartbeats for Humanity event. The Dalai Lama is expected to arrive around this time, and right now I am just glad that I found wireless internet access.

Anyway, here are a few pictures that I have been able to make so far, mostly security, empty podiums, and lots of harsh shadows.

Another thing I am glad for, the talented Rod Mar of the Seattle Times letting me know I really could be at the 35 yd press podium and not the 50 yd media podium (stage is in the endzone) as security initially directed me.

P.S., It is way too hot out. My black Nikons are beginning to sear my skin :)

I felt like Deep Throat when my media credential packet instructed me to enter through the 6th Floor Parking Garage. Here is a view across the parking lot to the media entrance. Gotta love the bright blue skies of Spring.

Some event volunteers find themselves in some neat light, deep within the interior of Qwest Field.

A view from the pressbox at Qwest Field.

A Seattle Police Department K-9 Unit Officer guides a bomb-sniffing dog around the stage where the Dalai Lama and others will be presenting at the Heartbeats for Humanity event, part of the Seeds of Compassion week.

Seattle Police Department and ATF officers wait with security and bomb-sniffing dogs before the start of the Heartbeat for Humanity event, part of the Seeds of Compassion event.

A young girl that will be performing with an 1800-member choir looks around as she takes the stage, prior to the start of the Heartbeats for Humanity event.

Two Seattle Police Department Officers admire photographs inside the sixth floor hallway of Qwest Field.

My next update should be with actual pictures of the event. BTW, who knew that a MBP could throw so much light into your eyes, when trying to look at pictures.

Daniel

Shorecrest v. Shorewood Baseball

2008-03-30T00:20:00.000-07:00

Shorecrest HS defeated Shorewood 4-1 during their game Saturday March 29 at Shorecrest in Shoreline, WA. Special to The Enterprise/Daniel Berman

Shorecrest outfielder Peter Olsen (26) stretches before an at-bat during their winning 4-1 game against Shorewood HS Saturday March 29, 2008 at Shorecrest in Shoreline, WA.

Shorewood pitcher Bobby LaCount delivers a pitch during the first innining in the team’s 4-1 loss to rival Shorecrest HS Saturday March 29, 2008.

Shorewood 1st baseman Andrew Giles was unsuccessful in tagging out Shorecrest’s leading off Josh Leupuld during the fourth inning of Shorecrest’s winning 4-1 game Saturday March 29, 2008.

Shorecrest HS defeated Shorewood 4-1 during their game Saturday March 29 at Shorecrest in Shoreline, WA.

Shorewood’s Alex Kuniyoshi reacts after missing the ball during an unsuccessful at-bat in the fourth inning of their losing 4-1 game against rival Shorecrest Saturday March 29, 2008.

Shorewood’s Daniel Hammer eyes Shorecrest pitcher James Robbins during the 4th inning of their losing 4-1 game against Shorecrest Saturday March 29, 2008.

Shorewood celebrates a run in the 4th inning.

A Shorecrest outfielder dives unsuccessfully for the ball during the 5th inning of play in their 4-1 win against Shorewood Saturday March 29, 2008.

Shorecrest outfielder Stefan Orallo is congratulated by teammates at home plate after hitting a 3-run home run to effectively win the game.

A Shorecrest player searches for a lost baseball that was hit into the neighboring forest of Hamlin Park.

Sports Shooter Academy Photos

2008-03-10T12:56:00.000-07:00

Monday March 10, 2008

There is so much I could say about my experiences at Sports Shooter Academy V, but the biggest thing I am taking away from all this is what works for a picture and what does not. Having access each day to some really terrific photographer's eye in critiquing the daily selects made growing possible. It was great too to see my fellow SSA participants grow too in such a short amount of time.

I think what really makes the workshop work is the number of different events you can shoot, and bring your personal eye and style to. It was not necessary to shoot telephoto necessarily for every event, nor wide for others. I loved the variety each day and it made for a wonderful week. Also, competing with 50 other photographers to make pictures that impressed faculty, or found a different angle, or showcased a unique moment -- was a real challenge and part of the fun of the Academy.

Getting to know all these different photographers was really fun too -- so many great war stories and hilarious nights. I will remember these good times guys.

To win Best Picture Saturday, Best Single Picture, and Best Student Portfolio is an incredible honor and an amazing feeling. Every day we were all trying so hard to make different and unique pictures and just to hear the faculty say "That's an almost" was a compliment its self. I am happy to win but just as happy to have been in the company of some really talented photographers this week.

If any student out there is considering a trip to a possible SSA VI, they should definitely attend -- you will grow as a photog, make some cool pictures, and have a great time -- if you put energy, enthusiasm, and creativity into the assignments.

Below are 10 of my favorite frames from Thursday, Friday, and Saturday:

Sports Shooter Academy V -- Saturday -- A runner lays on the track after falling during a relay race at the Ben Brown Invitational Track meet at Mount San Antonio College Saturday March 8, 2008. This photo was awarded Best Picture of Saturday as well as Best Single Picture for Sports Shooter Academy V. Photo by Daniel Berman

08MAR08 -- Sports Shooter Academy V -- Saturday -- A runner leaps in the air prior to the start of her race at the Ben Brown Invitational Track meet at Mount San Antonio College Saturday March 8, 2008. Photo by Daniel Berman

08MAR08 -- Sports Shooter Academy V -- Saturday -- A high jumper makes a face after knocking into the bar during the Ben Brown Invitational Track meet at Mount San Antonio College Saturday March 8, 2008. Photo by Daniel Berman

08MAR08 -- Sports Shooter Academy V -- Saturday -- A runner is lit up by the late afternoon sun during a race at the Ben Brown Invitational Track meet at Mount San Antonio College Saturday March 8, 2008. Photo by Daniel Berman

07MAR08 -- Sports Shooter Academy V -- Fri -- Anthony Pico and son Aaron, 11, have been training at the La Habra Boxing Club in La Habra, CA for the past six months. Here they pose after a training session Friday March 7, 2008. Photo by Daniel Berman

07MAR08 -- Sports Shooter Academy V -- Fri -- Samuel Miller is a native of Colombia and moved to Southern California to train and become a professional boxer. He comes to La Habra Boxing Club in La Habra, CA several times per week and finds the gym atmosphere motivating. Here he poses after a training session Friday March 7, 2008. Photo by Daniel Berman

07MAR08 -- Sports Shooter Academy V -- Friday -- Jason Wethington from Brea has been boxing at La Habra Boxing Club for the past two weeks and says the club has been helpful to him. Here Wethington poses for a portrait during a training session Friday March 7, 2008. Photo by Daniel Berman

07MAR08 -- Sports Shooter Academy V -- Fri -- A young girl ignores the volleyball game between California State University Long Beach and Stanford University to concentrate on her gymnastic moves Friday March 7, 2008. Photo by Daniel Berman

06MAR08 -- Sports Shooter Academy V -- Thurs-- UC Irvine center Darren Fells (#33) makes a dunk during their winning 79-62 game against UC-Davis Thursday March 6, 2008. Photo by Daniel Berman.

07MAR08 -- Sports Shooter Academy V -- Fri -- Paul Munoz has played volleyball for the past twelve years and is now looking to start a modeling career. Here Munoz sits during a portrait session at the Orange County Register office in Santa Ana, California Friday March 7, 2008. Photo by Daniel Berman

Daniel

More SSA V Wednesday

2008-03-05T16:58:00.001-08:00

We have yet to start shooting events here in Cali, and it is not even until 7:30 that we check in and officially begin the Academy. Earlier today me, Jared [SSA room mate], Rod Leland (from Canadia], Rich from Washington, and Mike from Washington, all went to Samy's Camera, this gigantic pro camera shop a few miles away from the hotel. It was a completely kid in the candy store moment for me. Luckily I had my wits about me and only picked up a 2nd 2 gigabyte memory card. The Amex lives another day....

Anyway, here are a few pictures I shot as we walked around today. They focus on the easiest California icon to shoot, palm trees:

I have got a bunch of time to kill until 7:30 when the event officially begins. Perhaps a swim is in order!

Daniel

One more from the plane ride to CA

2008-03-05T15:40:00.000-08:00

I am sitting here in the digital workflow class, learning how best to use PhotoMechanic from Mr. Jordan Murph and Mr. Kirk from Camera Bits Software, and thought it would be nice to edit one more picture from the plane. This shot is right after take off in Seattle. I like the fog and the emerging islands below.

Tonight we will be figuring out our schedules for the rest of the week, and trying to meet everybody. It is pretty intimidating to meet some of these other photographers, whose names I have only heard in the context of 'wow'.

I have not decided what to shoot just yet but I will post pictures from the day, in the evening.

And p.s., my day started off amazing by saving $150/night for the first stay here in CA. Much thanks go to Juan, the kind man working this morning at the hotel that actually wanted to accommodate a student on a budget patronizing the hotel for a week.

Until later,

Daniel

SSA V- DAY 1

2008-03-04T17:27:00.001-08:00

So the flight to California was nearly empty and I had the entire row to myself -- not a bad start to the trip at all. Right now I am getting situated in the hotel and freaking out over the cost. Oh well, hopefully my room mates are cool.

At any rate, here is a shot I took from the plane, I believe somewhere over California. Not sure though:

I know what you are thinking, another plane picture. But hey! It's a mountain bottom-left! Tomorrow is the start of anything Sports Shooter Academy related so expect another post with some more pictures.

Until later,

Daniel

Redefining 'Soccer Mom'

2008-02-18T11:35:00.000-08:00

Sara Hartsell is the SCC Women's Soccer Goalie and manages to balance the needs of 1-year old son Liam with her desire for a career in nursing.

Sarah and her son were really cool to work with. She has an amazing story to tell and I am glad we are able to profile her for the paper. Any thoughts on the photos are appreciated. Also, if you don't read the paper, which one do you think they picked to publish?

Daniel

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Seattle Caucus

2008-02-11T00:08:00.000-08:00

Ok not really, but I headed to Seattle Center to document the caucus process. It was both interesting and frustrating to see this process unfold. Interesting as I had never photographed the event before, and frustrating because I could not participate politically. Oh well, sometimes photos take priority.

A few frames:

-Daniel

Barack visits Seattle

2008-02-10T18:58:00.000-08:00

Barack Obama came to Seattle today for a campaign rally stop, attracting a capacity 18,000 people to Key Arena. Several thousand people turned away at the door stayed to hear Obama's speech, which was played over loudspeakers.

I was one of those thousand people. So when people began shouting "he's here, he's here!" I ran as fast as I could. Obama appeared in front of the crowd and delivered a short five minute speech. He thanked everyone for staying, noting "this is as large a crowd as any we have seen."

Barack Obama speaks to the crowd of those turned away at his campaign rally at Key Arena in Seattle, WA. Obama packed a capacity 18,000 people into the arena, with several thousand outside listening to the speech on loudspeakers. Photo by Daniel Berman.

"Young man," Barack Obama said pausing, "get down from there before you fall." Obama made a surprise speech in front of the thousand people standing outside of his campaign rally at Key Arena in Seattle, WA. Photo by Daniel Berman.

Barack Obama came to Seattle Friday February 8, 2008 for a campaign rally stop, attracting a capacity 18,000 people to Key Arena. Several thousand people turned away at the door stayed to hear Obama's speech, which was played over loudspeakers. Photo by Daniel Berman.

A supporter listens to Barack Obama's speech on loudspeakers outside of Key Arena. Photo by Daniel Berman.

One supporter started rallying the crowd, chanting "Obama, Obama!". Photo by Daniel Berman.

Some of the thousands of people denied entrance to the campaign are blurred as they move past a young supporter. Photo by Daniel Berman.

A young man is detained by Seattle Police after refusing to vacate the steps of Key Arena. After several thousand people were denied entrance, Seattle Police had asked for everyone to move back up the steps. Photo by Daniel Berman.

Several thousand people were turned away at the doors to Key Arena, but this did not stop a few enterprising Seattleites from trying to gain access anyway. They were not successful. Photo by Daniel Berman.

A Barack Obama supporter waves a campaign placard while standing outside of Key Arena. Photo by Daniel Berman.

-Daniel

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Please email me at daniel@bermanphotos.com for more information.

Have you seen my SportsShooter?

2008-02-10T18:47:00.000-08:00

I often update my SportsShooter.com page with recent assignment work and interesting pictures week to week.

Check it out at http://sportsshooter.com/berman.

I like SportsShooter because it feels like it should be some secret fraternal organization, but isn't. It is simply an amazing collection of talented types I can only hope to keep on learning in droves from.

Daniel

Foggy Jump

2007-12-02T23:07:00.000-08:00

In this clearly Cartier-Bresson inspired picture, a friend of mine attempts to jump a puddle amid fog and rain, December 2, 2007:

And one more foggy landscape of Hamlin Park in Shoreline, WA:

Thoughts?

Daniel

Vans Warped Tour 2007 -- Gorge Amphitheater

2007-08-20T20:11:00.000-07:00

8-18-2007

I photographed the 2007 Vans Warped Tour stop in George, WA at the Gorge Amphitheatre for Alternative Press Magazine.

It was my first time at the venue, which was a nice 2-hr drive from Seattle. The view from behind the mainstage, looking straight out over the horizon is breathtaking.

I had a great time shooting this event and look forward to returning in the future -- on assignment or not!

Daniel

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Photos Copyright (c) 2007 Daniel Berman

A crowdsurfer emerges during Killswitch Engage at the Vans Warped Tour Saturday August 18 at the Gorge Amphitheatre in George, WA.

Killswitch Engage performs at the Vans Warped Tour Saturday August 18 at the Gorge Amphitheatre in George, WA.

Howard Jones of Killswitch Engage performs at the Vans Warped Tour Saturday August 18 at the Gorge Amphitheatre in George, WA.

Poison the Well performs at the Vans Warped Tour Saturday August 18 at the Gorge Amphitheatre in George, WA.

A spectator is escorted out of Pennywise after crowd-surfing during the Vans Warped Tour Saturday August 18 at the Gorge Amphitheatre in George, WA.

Tim Lambesis of As I Lay Dying performs at the Vans Warped Tour Saturday August 18 at the Gorge Amphitheatre in George, WA.

Matt Young, left, and Will Nutter of Amber Pacific perform at the Vans Warped Tour Saturday August 18 at the Gorge Amphitheatre in George, WA.

Pepper performs at the Vans Warped Tour Saturday August 18 at the Gorge Amphitheatre in George

Dustin Hook of My American Heart performs at the Vans Warped Tour Saturday August 18 at the Gorge Amphitheatre in George, WA.

Music fans proceed to the exits after the Vans Warped Tour Saturday August 18 at the Gorge Amphitheatre in George, WA.

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Recent Clients: Alternative Press Magazine, Seattle Sound Magazine, CMJ Magazine, SeattleTimes.com, The Daily Everett Herald Co., Convenience Store Decisions Magazine, The City of Seattle, Epic Records, Sony Music

Snow Day

2006-11-28T12:24:00.000-08:00

Amanda Wilde

2006-09-28T16:14:00.000-07:00

Photo by Daniel Berman/Seattle Sound Magazine

KUOW Radio DJ Amanda Wilde, host of National Public Radio's 'The Swing Years and Beyond' poses for a portrait in her production studio nicknamed "Prod C" Wednesday Sept. 27, 2006.

Photo by Daniel Berman/Seattle Sound Magazine

Bumbershoot 2006

2006-09-11T14:12:00.000-07:00

Hello All:

It has been a terribly long time since I updated, so I thought I would post my work from Bumbershoot 2006. I finally had the chance to shoot the event as real legitimate [credentialed] media. I was on assignment for 3 different publications: Seattle Sound Magazine, CMJ Magazine, and The Ebbtide of SCC. My pictures were used online at SeattleTimes.com as well.

Links to my pictures featured online:
SeattleTimes.com #1
SeattleTimes.com #2
CMJ Magazine (7 pictures)

I will post links to scanned copies of my work in the printed editions of Seattle Sound and CMJ when they come out.

Daniel

Thank You For Smoking:

2006-02-16T21:08:00.000-08:00

I had the opportunity this morning to photograph Jason Reitman, director of the new film 'Thank You For Smoking', for my college newspaper. Jason was a great guy to work with, even for the (no kidding) five minutes of face time I got with him.

Jason Reitman, director of the acclaimed film 'Thank You For Smoking', poses for a portrait at the Fairmont Olympic Hotel in downtown Seattle, February 16, 2006. The movie features an ensemble cast, including Aaron Eckhart, William H. Macy, Katie Holmes, and Rob Lowe.

When the film hits theaters nation-wide in about a month, definitely go see it. It is one of the most intelligent and funny films I have seen in a long time! I was able to attend the press screening of the film earlier this month and I could not stop laughing. The visuals are awesome. Jason actually shot the whole movie himself, so it was interesting to photograph a photographer (for the first time).

Daniel

From Aphony:

2005-07-19T00:21:00.000-07:00

I had the opportunity to make some portraits recently of a local rock band called From Aphony. They were a great bunch of guys to photograph. The most difficult part was not laughing everytime a bandmember said something rediculously funny, and to concentrate on my shooting.

These first two photos were processed in a sepia tone:

The last one was processed in an interesting high-contrast tone that I find complementary to the subject.

Daniel

El Toro...

2005-06-14T20:40:00.000-07:00

I got an email late last week about possibly making a portrait of a local DJ and activist, DJ Kurt Reighley, aka 'El Toro'. He is one of the founding members of Stop Your Sobbing, a political activism group trying to encourage people to be more involved in the actions of their political representatives. They also are fighting to elect members to the Seattle City Council that are pro-music scene and in support of the arts in Seattle. Kurt also works as a DJ every Tuesday at a bar on Capitol Hill.

Two photos from the shoot.

I made the above photo using 2 flashes; one nikon strobe on full power with a red filter over the front for the background, and another nikon strobe on 1/32 power, with an amber filter to warm up Kurt's face. I like the contrasty and edgy look of the portrait as a result of the lighting.

This was made using natural light streaming in through a window. The coloring on the right side of Kurt's face is a result of neon lighting off to his right.

Thanks for looking.

Daniel

Folklife 2005

2005-05-29T22:09:00.000-07:00

On Sunday I had the opportunity to cover the third day of the annual Seattle Folklife Festival, at Seattle Center.
Below are some photos I made during the event which continues until 11pm Monday (5/30):

Maria Hernandez tries to comfort daughter Amy, 4, after a try at playing in International Fountain. This was Amy's first trip to Folklife.

Yvonne Snyder is a volunteer for Hempfest, and was working the crowd at Folklife Sunday ,handing out flyers about Hempfest.

Two lovers embrace each other Sunday afternoon on the International Fountain lawn.

Daniel