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When you model “with waffle,” sometimes you get so hungry you have to break the photo shoot into two sessions. But this can be great too, because in your second session, you return chock-full (literally) of energy and enthusiasm for the shoot! Author: Shannon Cutts Co-Author: Pearl Cutts p.s. FREEBIE ALERT! Read 3 full chapters from Pearl’sContinueContinue reading “Day 130: More Waffle Model”

Not all dinosaurs were large and land-bound. In fact, the most evolved amongst the ancient vertebrates ruled the sky rather than the ground. Called “Pterosaurs,” these winged dinosaurs had powerful muscles, lived in flocks, and laid eggs. Some also had crests. The fierce Thalassadromeus had the largest crest of any winged dinosaur – three times largerContinueContinue reading “Wet Bird Couture: The Pterosaur”

To many, modeling “with waffle” appears so easy. Deceptively easy. But the waffle is perhaps the most difficult prop to shoot with, on account of how easily it can steal the spotlight. Waffles, after all, are delectable. They are beloved by all, appealing equally to every audience (including the model himself). Only the prettiest, cutestContinueContinue reading “Day 129: The Waffle Model”

As the pre-preparations for nesting season continue, the days can get quite packed. One day you are scoping out secondary nest sites, and the next you are giving your primary nest a thorough once-over. Just the willingness to perform these tasks speaks volumes about your worthiness as a candidate – so snapping some “action shots”ContinueContinue reading “Day 128: Action Shots (for Ladybirds)”

It is an exciting day indeed when you finally come face to face with one of your heroes. For so long you have dreamed of this moment….and then all of a sudden they are standing right in front of you in the feathers! You may feel tongue-tied….even shy. You may want to give a bow….or gush.ContinueContinue reading “Day 127: Meeting Your Heroes”

Only a few famous actors can be counted among the truly great. The best example is (of course) James Bond. James Bond was not just suave and debonair. He didn’t just make the ladies swoon. He also did daring stunts to save the day. Author: Shannon Cutts Co-Author: Pearl Cutts p.s. FREEBIE ALERT! Read 3 full chapters fromContinueContinue reading “Day 126: Stunt Breakfast”

“Reconnaissance” has two main purposes: to hunt the enemy and to scope out prize delicacies. The most dangerous missions are where the enemy you are hunting is scoping out the same prized delicacies you have your eye on. Here, being very cute is an undeniable asset, since the enemy will be so busy staring adoringly theyContinueContinue reading “Day 125: Pantry Reconnaissance”

Because nesting season is so competitive, it is wise to scope out the competition early. Plus, it never hurts to do a little “pursuing” of your own (even if you don’t need to). The best place to do all this is to go where the competitors and the ladybirds are – in the “great outdoors.”ContinueContinue reading “Day 124: Looking for Ladybirds”

Being a skilled and famous predator is only half about skill. The other half is all about the “media machine.” Some predators might have great skill but never get noticed (perhaps because they are not cute, or they have no feathers). Then other predators (typically the ones who are both very cute and have lotsContinueContinue reading “Day 123: Predatory Fame”

There are two basic kinds of prey – “plain” and “toasted.” In nearly all cases, “toasted” prey tastes better. As a bonus, it also tends to be easier to bring down (on account of how it is feeling all warm and, well, toasty…causing it to drop its guard). Once captured, a simple tutorial can smoothContinueContinue reading “Day 122: Toasted Prey”