2¢

Every artist has a shadow and I know that imitation is a form of flattery. But, unfortunately, my shadow has completely made me reconsider mentoring grown-ups stuck in an office job hoping to become a kids photographer. This "artist" has copied my work, my locations and even my language. My entire brand that I worked tirelessly on for years. I know it's part of the digital age — it's just so easy to copy instead of creating your own art and building your own vision. The latter is harder and takes time. 
    
I hope that this person finds their own voice and grows into their own comfortable skin. It's the journey that is part of the art — not just the final photograph. It's knowing you evolved in to that creative body. That's my two cents.
    
I will continue to mentor young artists. That will never change. I am working with one child right now that will be having her own show in her living room/gallery. She's working toward ten photographs before school starts. She's a remarkable young photographer and I'll post about her amazing summer journey soon! She's more dedicated than anyone I know!!

    
[  Click here to read the artist Marina Abramovic's Manifesto. ] 

Follow me.

I'll be editing and updating my portfolio and web site over the new few weeks. I don't advertise my facebook page enough though — I post a lot of current work there if you're interested. Plus some fun stuff on Instagram — kimlowephoto.  
   

 

5 Regrets

I did a shoot recently for Prevention magazine. The portrait was of a woman who discussed the top five regrets of people nearing the end of their life. I can't stop thinking about the talk. Think now about what your five would be. Then maybe change the direction of your feet.
    
Follow this link to read about the author referenced in the talk. It's an amazing article!

NEW WORK: 'I Am Fierce'

Real girls. Real athletes. My money's on them. If you'd like to receive a pdf of this complete lacrosse series please email me or my rep (zero2sixtycreative.com). 
    

PROMO: Attitude Adjustment

Kim Lowe is...
a 15 year old girl who thinks your attitude could use an adjustment. 
   
[ To get a great shot of a kid you have to become that kid. ]
    

Hula Girl

I shot this amazing 8 year old yesterday who chatted with friends, fixed her shirt and put her hair in a ponytail all while spinning hulahoops. Not one, but three. I can barely swat at a fly without falling down. [ work for Boston Parents Paper ]
   

Sunshine and a kiss.

Burst of sunshine in between Spring showers and a kiss being blown in my direction — good way to begin the weekend. 
   

Ray Bradbury

If you're not moved, inspired or stirred by this then please take two fingers and check your pulse.  
   



http://youtu.be/EBtZjbTDTDk

Totally random.

Okay, I'm addicted to George Takei. If you're on facebook you have to follow him. Totally random, hilarious posts that'll make you laugh out loud even when it's been raining for days in Boston. http://www.facebook.com/georgehtakei
   

I picked you a flower.

Have a nice weekend!