" She walks in Beauty like the night "
    --
Byron

a Photography and Video Site
from
Khier P Starchylde

 

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Interview of Khier as wedding photojournalist:

Weddings inspire details.

 

What's comPassionateCamera all about?

I care about art, and I care about people.  I have compassion for people and passion for art.  Usually the two get intertwined, and I'm reaching a person's soul--or at least her or his emotions--what makes personalities and desires.

So I'm both passionate and com-passionate in my camera and in my people.  I really wrap myself around a wedding or a portrait because  I am expressing both the people and my own being.  I don't want to put out something that doesn't represent how I feel, and of course, how the people feel.

That's where photojournalism comes in.  I want to capture people as they are, not posed if possible.  So there may be some tension between the revealing of the Soul & the person's desire to look only pretty.  We resolve those tensions together.  Ideally it's a spiritual result:  the person's Spirit shines forth.

However, even posed shots can be quite good.  Both can add dimension.

 

How long have you been doing photography?

I had my first darkroom when I was 14.  I hate to say how long that's been, but our team has combined over 50 years of dedicated experience.

 

What kind of gear do you use?

Canon EOS 1-Ds Mark II, the 16.7 Megapixel digital camera that is the fastest and best.  Then a small cousin, the famous Canon Rebel XT that announced to the world what digital is all about.  I also have lots of expensive lenses and gadgets that plug into these bodies.

When video is required, I use a profession Sony PD-150 with a second digital video camera, TRV-50, for a backup.  With two cameras going, the cuts for different expressions and interest is greatly enhanced.

 

What's your take on digital vs. film?

Film is a great, fantastic 100 year old technology that has not really improved a whole lot on since it was created. Since I was young I really tried to stay away from those things that were old. But I was a die hard fan of film and was very hard to convert to digital. This confused most people because I've been an extreme computer nerd since 1979 and was into every technology out there. I was convinced only by print quality and the end product after months of testing. Since then I've bought higher resolution cameras and have been really happy with the amazing final results.

Since the revolution when Canon was producing 11 megapixel cameras in 2002, digital cameras have surpassed the finest film media, and tests has bourn this out.  Now with 17 MP (and probably soon a 23 MP) the days of film media for stills is really over, rather like the VHS tape.

 

Why do you shoot weddings?

Well, I'm not much on cake, but the people are always something beautiful to take pictures of. I never know what to expect. I've been surprised by all kinds of emotional and physical outbursts at a wedding. I like real situations, and much at a wedding is quite real--a deep experience.

I like births too.  Both of these punch forth with vibrancy and a fresh start.  These invigorate me.

And then there's the contact, quite often deeply emotional and real.  the juices flow, and I feel myself in a spiritual setting.

 

How do you shoot a wedding?

Many shots.

We meet in advance and discuss what's likely and wanted at the wedding: unexpected things that might happen, events or people to note and what formal photographs we shoot. I try to limit what is posed fairly dramatically. Time is of the essence, and timing as well. I prefer the candid, but we certainly also do the series of family if that's desired.

At that meeting we establish a timeline and where those posed formals fit in.

In the ceremony I seek the depth of feeling the couple have for each other, and the empathy the family and guests feel in living the marrying experience vicariously.

At the reception I like to be invisible--without flash if possible, taking the shots to be remembered always.

Video is also important to me.  It doesn't have the resolution (even with HD), but it captures qualities that stills are unable to.  I encourage Brides & Grooms to spend for both.  They'll be happy they did!  [See info on Video here.]

 

How do you meet with the people?

Your place, mine, or the Sunshine. When you call, we can set up a meeting here, your place, the Sunshine Met or Grille Bites. . . .  Then I'll show you my work if you haven't seen enough online.

 

How do you book the wedding?

I use a standard contract for the couple to sign give me with a deposit.

 

What's your favorite location to shoot a wedding?

Wherever I haven't shot before. I always am looking for something artistic to shoot.

 

Do you travel for a wedding?

As little as possible, so I stay in the Medford area, but will go up to Roseburg, Eugene, and Portland, Oregon; and down to Shasta and Redding, California.  I charge a travel fee according to distance and current gas rates.

 

Do you shoot bridal portraits and engagements?

Definitely! I like these especially. I shoot around town, or in the park, or wherever. Candidness is always the goal.

 

Do you shoot anything other than weddings and couples?  You mentioned births.

Actually I place no limits--birthings, babies, moms in their 9 months, school/college seniors, and seniors over 50 leading to a family History.  I love 'em all.

 

What's the coolest thing you've ever shot?

A wild deer standing staring at me a few feet away and letting me shoot away.  My regret is not having my camera with me when a bear ran by me.  I won't let that happen again.

 

Have you won any awards?

We'll see.

 

Do you teach any classes on photography?

I teach workshops on occasion to kids and local persons who are searching for the next great thing. I don't know what it is yet, but I'll find out before the next workshop. I want to help other photographers unleash what they really want to do in photography and enjoy teaching about technique, technology and how to create art despite those two. 

I have a Ph.D. in literature, so I expect to use this in teaching camera and photography.  I have a class starting in May, I may teach at Rogue Community College in the fall.

 

How then are the photos displayed?

I've searched out various inexpensive, quality albums--bound or spiral or ring.  The photos are then printed by offset or by me.  You pick out the classiest you like and can afford.

But you can also have the album online for your family and friends to visit.  Both are quite special.

 

What're best compliments you've ever gotten?

"You actually make me look good!"
"You caught my daughter beautifully.  Right to her soul."

 

Who are your other photographers?

My amazingly talented photojournalist friend, Lewis Anderson, whose artistic eye is fabulous, and who loves photography with passion!  He's been a mentor for me and stimulated my work as it is now.  He's top notch.

When video is part of the scene, Joyce  joins us and gives an elegant documentation with sound, a feature my camera work can't offer.

 

Why are you in Applegate, OR, the Medford-Grants Pass area?  You could make much more money elsewhere.

I love the Northwest, I love nature, I love the small amount of summer rain, I love the small amount of crowding. 

 

Where do you see yourself in ten years?

Somewhere new doing something artistic just as I am right now. I expect it to be here, but you never know.  Life is a highway. I am just along for the ride.

 

Further Interview Questions re Venues, Resources, Other Photographers, Links, etc.

What cities do you do photojournalism or wedding photography work in?

In Oregon & Northern California.  In Oregon the main towns are Medford, OR; grants pass, OR; ashland, OR; eugene, OR; roseburg , OR; portland, OR; springfield, OR;  Brookings, OR; Gold Beach, OR; Klamath Falls, OR; Corvallis, OR; Bandon, OR; Applegate, OR; Williams, OR; Jacksonville, OR….  Basically southern Oregon towns.

In Northern California the main towns are Shasta, CA; Redding, CA; Crescent City, CA….

What venues or places that host weddings do you and your other wedding photojournalists prefer in those towns?

I like natural venues, but they all have a certain flare or specialty.  Here are some venues & Wedding Resources that I like a lot and want to offer links to:

Wedding Consultants:
Juanita Williams Wedding Consulting
Medford, OR
776-2442
www.webvenues.net/portfolio.html


 All About Parties & Tents
541-476-1447

All in One Rental Sales & Services
779-9960
535-6111
482-4545
http://allinonerental.org

Alliance DJ Service
www.alianancedj.com
779-4386

Allure Bridal & Formal Wear

617 E Main St
Medford, OR
zip code
Phone:  (541) 772-3241
http://www.rmbridal.com/
 

 

Angela's Bridal Mart
788 S Front St
Central Point, OR 97502
Phone:  (541) 665-6990
http://www.abridal.com/
Email us

 

Anna's Bridal Boutique,
17050 Pilkington #210,
Lake Oswego, OR, 97035, 503-636-1474.
Cellar Downtown, 36 S
Riverside, Medford, OR, 97501, 541-773-5165 .
www.bellissimabridal.com

Applegate River Restaurant and Lodge
Applegate River Ranch House
846-6082

Bellissima Bridal - Stores

Blackberry Cottage Wedding Garden
chapel in the woods
wedding receptions
9063 Elk Creek Rd, Trail, OR
www.blackberrycottage.net

Blueberry Weddings
www.blueberryweddings.com/Askbrides/

Bridal Space
www.bridalspace.com

Cantrall-Buckley Park 
Medford, Oregon
Tel: 541-774-8183
Toll-free reservation line: (800) 264-2519
Email: parksinfo@jacksoncounty.org
Website: http:// www.jacksoncountyparks.com

Cellar Downtown
36 S Riverside Ave
Medford, OR
zip code
Phone:  (541) 773-5165
www.oregoncitylink.com/medford/shop.htm
 

Cobblestone Cottages Bed and Breakfast
Location: 2281 Ross Lane
Medford, Oregon 97501
Tel: (541) 772-0898
Fax: (541) 772-0898
Website: http://www.cobblestonecottagesbnb.com 

Creekside Gardens
Beautiful Venue in Southern Oregon
Perfect for Weddings & Receptions
www.creekside-gardens.net

 

 

 

David's Bridal
1251 E Mcandrews Rd
Medford, OR
zip code
Phone:  (541) 772-0605

 

       

EdenFarm
4723 Highway 66
482-5550
www.edenhorsefarm.com

EDEN VALLEY ORCHARDS
2310 Voorhies Road
Medford, OR 97501
Phone: (541) 512-2955
Email:
ashley@edenvalleyorchards.com
Web:
http://www.edenvalleyorchards.com
and
www.egala.com

Party Place
Medford, OR
776-7729

Tuxedo Den
1600 N Riverside Ave # 1025
Medford, OR
zip code
Phone:  (541) 779-1557
http://www.tuxedoden.com/

Under the Greenwood Tree Location: 3045 Bellinger Lane.
Medford, Oregon 97501 Phone: 541-776-0000
Website:http://www.greenwoodtree.com 

Village Green Resort,
Cottage Grove, OR,
(541) 942-2491

Winchester Inn, The
Ashland, OR
488-1115

Wedding Manor
www.weddingmanor.com

Wedding Supplies and services


Eugene Wedding Resources & Venues:

David's Bridal

(1.3 miles away)

1011 Valley River Way
Eugene, OR
zip code

Phone: (541) 344-2102
http://www.davidsbridal.com/index.jsp

 

Bon Marche the Bridal Registry

(1.3 miles away)

600 Valley River Ctr
Eugene, OR
zip code

Phone: (541) 984-6995

 

Verna J's Unique Boutique

(1.9 miles away)

2644 River Rd Ste 1
Eugene, OR
zip code

Phone: (541) 689-5525

 

Oakway Center-Oakway & Coburg Roads Eugene

(2.3 miles away)

Eugene, OR zip code

Phone: (541) 345-2750

 

Bellamissa

(3.2 miles away)

2570 Jackson St
Eugene, OR
zip code

Phone: (541) 343-8880

Eugene City of--Golf, Laurelwood Municipal Golf Course, General Business

(2.3 miles away)

Eugene, OR zip code

Phone: (541) 687-5321

 

Memory Makers

(1.3 miles away)

517 SE Jackson
Roseburg, OR
zip code

 

Formal Elegance

(4.7 miles away)

111 N 9th St
Klamath Falls, OR
zip code

Phone: (541) 850-8804

Novedades La Mexicana

(61.8 miles away)

2138 W Main St
Medford, OR
zip code

Phone: (541) 245-0551

 Ashland Wedding Resources & Venues:

Ashland Bridal Shop

(0.4 miles away)

424 Bridge St
Ashland, OR
zip code

Phone: (541) 488-6466


Ashland Community Center
488-0231
 

Shirley's Bridal Salon

(9.3 miles away)

205 Fern Valley Rd # I
Phoenix, OR
zip code

Phone: (541) 512-8903

Windmill Inn
2525 Ashalnd St
482-8310


 
Grants Pass Wedding Resources:

Le Reve Bridal & Formal

525 NE 6th St
Grants Pass, OR 97526

Phone: (541) 479-7354

If someone doesn’t choose you, do you have other local photographers you recommend?


Links with other Photographers

Find a Photographer for your wedding or special event

Karen Echols Photography

Photographic Studios & Photographers

Local

www.studiophotography.com

www.beyondimages.com

http://visualizephoto.com

 www.dgibbphoto.com              5* (Originality, lighting)

http://stevengoodphoto.com      4.5* (Art & Macro)

 www.charleswrightphotography.com

www.medfordphoto.com

www.photographybycoral.com

www.chrisbriscoe.com

www.tinabolling.com

www.staciegallery.com

www.2Uphoto.com

www.mollymcbeth.com

http://jcpenneyportraits.com

www.mindimorgan.com

www.swanportraits.com

www.newmorningphotography.com

www.patriciabean.com

www.robwerfelphoto.com

www.timtidball.com

http://goportraits.com

Photo finishing:  Digital prints

www.grantspassphoto.com

www.photographybykaren.net

 

Video Production Svcs

S&E in GP (thorough: Beta, PAL, 16mm…) 479-4170

 

www.catalystvideoproductions.com

 

www.creative-video-designs.com  (& Dupe/transfer)

www.gaylewilson.com

www.pageone.tv

www.primecutvideo.com


khier@astropath.org

(541) 846-1011
 

Interested in other Photographic Services?
Anything-Images.com

 

"Inexpensive
Quality"

is our motto.
 

 

 

 

 

Find a Photographer for your wedding or special event

Karen Echols Photography

Photographic Studios & Photographers

Local

www.studiophotography.com

www.beyondimages.com

http://visualizephoto.com

 www.dgibbphoto.com              5* (Originality, lighting)

http://stevengoodphoto.com      4.5* (Art & Macro)

 www.charleswrightphotography.com

www.medfordphoto.com

www.photographybycoral.com

www.chrisbriscoe.com

www.tinabolling.com

www.staciegallery.com

www.2Uphoto.com

www.mollymcbeth.com

http://jcpenneyportraits.com

www.mindimorgan.com

www.swanportraits.com

www.newmorningphotography.com

www.patriciabean.com

www.robwerfelphoto.com

www.timtidball.com

http://goportraits.com

Photo finishing:  Digital prints

www.grantspassphoto.com

www.photographybykaren.net

 

Video Production Svcs

S&E in GP (thorough: Beta, PAL, 16mm…) 479-4170

 

www.catalystvideoproductions.com

 

www.creative-video-designs.com  (& Dupe/transfer)

www.gaylewilson.com

www.pageone.tv

www.primecutvideo.com

 

Duplication & Transfer

Sight & Sound  GP  www.sounds.com