New York Times Square Billboard

Woot! If you are ever in New York’s Times Square, you might get the chance to see my photography for the Student Conservation Association (SCA), on the American Eagle Outfitter billboard. The display spans over 15,000 square feet of pure LED awesomeness! http://followme.thesca.org/lauren-whittlesey/big-lights-will-inspire-you

Erika wins “Best Photo Story” and “Best Photo” at New Orleans Shootoff

First and foremost, I would like to thank Think Tank bags (www.thinktankphoto.com), Mannie Garcia (www.manniegarcia.com) and Adobe (www.adobe.com) for the free toys!!!  I would also like to thank Johnny Bivera for assembling this amazing event, and Bill Auth, legendary photographer from US NEWS & WORLD REPORT for ensuring I was doing a good job. The theme for this year’s event was …

The Student Conservation Association (SCA)- Photojournalism

ORLANDO FLORIDA — I had the wonderful opportunity to document (photojournalism) the Student Conservation Association (SCA) in beautiful Christmas, Florida. The SCA is made up of college students who volunteer their spring breaks to protect and restore national parks, marine sanctuaries, cultural landmarks and community green spaces in all 50 states. In our case, I photographed them knee deep in …

Erika Barker Wins Best of Show at DC Shootoff

DISTRICT OF COLOMBIA — I want to start off by saying that if it was not for amazing photographers such as Bobby Mcrill, Chip Maury, Ken Hackman, Johnny Bivera, Clay McBride, Brien Aho, Todd Frantom, Shane McCoy, Mark Suban, Mickey Strand, Eddie Adams, and the countless others who make the DC Shootoff and Photojournalism such an important part of my …

Images For A Cure 2011

Images For A Cure 2011 from Erika Barker on Vimeo. I had the privilege to document and create this behind-the-scenes video for the “Images for a Cure” 2011 Workshop. The workshop was an event where photographers all over the nation gathered and all proceeds went directly to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation.  The foundation was founded by Orlando’s very own Kristen Weaver. …

Help Your Wedding Photographer Shoot the Wedding You Will Remember

Your wedding is one of the most important events in your lifetime. Once the wedding is over you will be able to relive that day by looking at your wedding photographs. Beautiful wedding photos create a lifetime of wonderful memories. This is what you need to know to get great wedding photographs. Be Prepared Create a timeline for your wedding …

5 Things You Should Know About Your Wedding Photographer

Before you choose a wedding photographer there are some things you should know: Here are the five most important things you need to keep in mind when making your choice. Camera Quality An experienced photographer owns a high quality digital SLR camera and knows how to use it. The camera should be a professional model that provides all the features …