day two: beynac and marqueyssac

today we had a fun day teaching our group how to shoot portraits in every lighting situation. we first shot in the village, then moved around to a neighboring castle.










my 23 week picture (taken by candice)

we took the group down the dordogne river to see the neighboring castles. here is the view of our village where we are staying:

photos © 2010 nicole hill gerulat, all rights reserved
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48 comments:

  1. {Emily}July 13, 2010 at 2:39 PM

    Beautiful!

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  2. MommaraJuly 13, 2010 at 2:41 PM

    What an amazing photography class. ::swoon::

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  3. paisleaJuly 13, 2010 at 2:41 PM

    you are gorgeous! ♥

    ♥ http://www.allisterbee.blogspot.com

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  4. kateJuly 13, 2010 at 3:08 PM

    gorgeous photos of naomi and excellent photography!

    looks like a splendid time! i wish i was there!

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  5. MichelleJuly 13, 2010 at 3:28 PM

    sooo beautiful!!! I am dying!!!

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  6. SusyJuly 13, 2010 at 3:32 PM

    I love her freckles....can I ask are you still doing that retreat in Utah this fall since you are expecting around that time? I really want to take your class! Enjoy France!

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  7. CherylJuly 13, 2010 at 3:32 PM

    Beautiful! Wish I could be there!!

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  8. KatieJuly 13, 2010 at 4:08 PM

    WOW! what an experience! totally gorgeous!

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  9. The Riebeek FamilyJuly 13, 2010 at 4:17 PM

    Beautiful lighting! Beautiful 23week photo. Is that a maternity shirt? I love it where did you get it? I am 20 weeks and can't find any cute maternity clothes!

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  10. BrittanyJuly 13, 2010 at 5:28 PM

    wow, you look so radiant! these pictures are just beautiful!

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  11. mollyJuly 13, 2010 at 5:44 PM

    Your images never cease to amaze and delight. And Naomi looks gorgeous!

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  12. MarthaJuly 13, 2010 at 6:00 PM

    You are glowing! These photos are just perfect!

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  13. Lady GreyJuly 13, 2010 at 6:30 PM

    oh my gosh, so so so incredibly beautiful!
    oxo

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  14. erinJuly 13, 2010 at 6:55 PM

    i am always in awe of your photos! always wanted to take a class with you!

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  15. SonjaJuly 13, 2010 at 8:04 PM

    I found your blog through Naomi's and am I ever glad I did :o)
    It's beautiful! I love your photos!

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  16. Natalie HillJuly 13, 2010 at 8:29 PM

    1. i hate my life and wish i could be there with all my fun girls.

    2. nae is stunnsville.

    3. real cute shirt. you look super skinny now- maybe cause your nugget dropped out?

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  17. UnknownJuly 13, 2010 at 8:58 PM

    Oh I am so doing this someday! Next year?

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  18. LinSternchenJuly 13, 2010 at 11:21 PM

    wonderful:)

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  19. .July 13, 2010 at 11:57 PM

    You look great, and your hair looks gorgeous.

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  20. LauraJuly 14, 2010 at 12:49 AM

    Seriously beautiful photos!
    Genius idea for a photo retreat, I'm coveting every moment I look at your posts.
    and PS, your pregnancy photo is stunning.

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  21. Gabby / Gypsy*DiariesJuly 14, 2010 at 1:43 AM

    What an amazing place and what amazing images... I wish I was there... :)
    xxx

    http://gypsy-diaries.blogspot.com

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  22. nicole hill gerulatJuly 14, 2010 at 3:21 AM

    thank you everyone! so nice!

    my shirt is not maternity --it's leifsdotter and i just bought a size larger so i could wear it now. :)

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  23. Amanda PetersenJuly 14, 2010 at 7:26 AM

    these are SUCH beautiful shots. amazing.

    oh, and i am so incredibly jealous- what a fun (and gorgeous) adventure in france!

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  24. WhitneyJuly 14, 2010 at 7:56 AM

    Nicole--I usually don't comment, but I wanted to say you are so radiant! I hope [whenever it is] I look as lovely pregnant as you do!

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  25. CorynJuly 14, 2010 at 8:14 AM

    I absolutely love this shoot! Which lens (lenses) did you use?

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  26. Full HouseJuly 14, 2010 at 8:15 AM

    So beautiful...all of it.

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  27. nicole hill gerulatJuly 14, 2010 at 9:44 AM

    thanks, all!

    i used the 24-105mm f/4 for this whole trip.

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  28. JonaleeJuly 14, 2010 at 10:38 AM

    lovely! wouldn't i love to be there! and you make a beautiful preggo girl.

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  29. StephanieJuly 14, 2010 at 12:49 PM

    Gorgeous! Naomi makes the perfect model. I love her pretty freckles.

    These images of the area are breathtaking...I can't wait to see the ones you take of the cottage for us!

    Have another wonderful day! I can't wait to see what tomorrow holds.

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  30. KristenJuly 14, 2010 at 5:12 PM

    Both of you ladies are simply stunning. Thanks for blogging during your adventure.

    Now I'm craving a banana crepe which aren't available here in Charleston, SC. Safe travels!

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  31. carlyJuly 14, 2010 at 11:50 PM

    I don't normally comment, but all these shots are SO gorgeous! the first picture is amazing with the lighting, Naomi as a gorgeous model, and the little detail of the hot air balloons (how awesome!) in the background. perfect!

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  32. RhianneJuly 15, 2010 at 2:43 AM

    I can imagine taking photos of Naomi is a dream, these are all stunning!

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  33. JulieJuly 15, 2010 at 2:52 AM

    absolutely gorgeous pictures. Wauw, have to say Naomi and you are very photogenetic!! Stunning. The balloons in the back, up and close personal portraits..

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  34. Almalu's PlaceJuly 15, 2010 at 3:00 AM

    you look sooo happy and all photo of naomi are simply gorgeous!

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  35. AnonymousJuly 15, 2010 at 4:04 AM

    Hello! I found you through naomi's blog today, and Gosh. You are immensely talented. One of the best photographers I have seen in a long long time. I've been totally stalking all of your previous entries and other photos and I am simply in love.

    My favorite would still have to be that stunning close up of Naomi laughing just up on this post.

    You are truly wonderful, and I thank you for sharing this with all of us here on the blogosphere. Now I have yet another place to visit and feel at home and inspired when I am in a slump.

    Well done you.

    Much Love,
    Norah xxx
    http://thislittleblogbelongstome.blogspot.com

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  36. anna kimJuly 15, 2010 at 5:45 AM

    i love your portraits of naomi. she looks gorgeous. and you look so beautiful too!

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  37. Kasandra16July 15, 2010 at 6:12 AM

    one of these days i'm going to be able to attend a workshop of yours ... your belly shots are adorable ... thanks for sharing so much!

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  38. abbyJuly 16, 2010 at 9:40 AM

    you look so cute! i love your navy shirt!

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  39. Johnny and AnnyJuly 16, 2010 at 3:26 PM

    every once and awhile something just makes me *sigh* with adoration. these pictures are pure poetry.

    you look so beautiful by the way!

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  40. Eva / Sycamore Street PressJuly 16, 2010 at 6:46 PM

    Beautiful photos... would love to have taken that workshop! You look great, by the way!

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  41. UnknownJuly 17, 2010 at 12:58 AM

    Such beautiful pics! Have a sweet day!

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  42. Jolie GoodnightJuly 17, 2010 at 3:32 PM

    Those hot air balloons in the background are just stunning!

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  43. KristinaJuly 21, 2010 at 6:14 AM

    love love love your pictures. may i ask what equipment you are using? and did you participate in the course or are you the teacher?? the light in the pics is wonderful!! viele grüsse, kristina

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  44. Joie de VivJuly 21, 2010 at 7:53 AM

    Gorgeous pictures and you look "glowing"! What a great pregnancy memory pic!

    xx Vivian @ http://diamondsandtulle.blogspot.com

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  45. nicole hill gerulatJuly 21, 2010 at 9:49 AM

    Thanks for your nice comments, everyone!

    Kristina, I shot with a Canon 5d Mark II and 24-105mm f4 lens --and I was the teacher. ;)

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  46. SumJuly 21, 2010 at 7:56 PM

    I saw a few of these on The Rockstar Diaries. I am so jealous of all the beautiful photo shoots, the scenery and the fact all of you were in France. Naomi is gorgeous. I would love to have you shoot for my wedding/special event one day!

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  47. torrieJuly 23, 2010 at 10:02 AM

    I just got back from vacation and am getting caught up in my blog reading:). Your pictures are absolutely beautiful.

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  48. AngelaAugust 3, 2010 at 9:33 PM

    What beautiful portraits! Gorgeous ladies and scenery too!
    I so need to learn to take good portraits as well.

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