Hop on this photo a day for 365 Project that Zack Arias (previously featured) is working on. There’s some really good stuff so far! Like many photographers, he’s trying to push himself, to get out of a rut and onto the creative edge.

I am wanting this year to be a benchmark year in my life as a photographer. I feel as though I have been hitting a glass ceiling for a few years as far as my creativity goes. I preach the importance of shooting, shooting, shooting yet I get so busy in life I forget to practice what I preach. I’m married, we have four kids, and a busy studio to keep going in addition to teaching. If I’m going to grow I have to be creating work. The 365 project model is perfect for this.

Check out the latest posts (updated automatically):

UPDATE: It seems a photo a day was too much for Zarias. He’s shut this project down.  But it’s still worth checking out what he posted – and take that into account before you go starting your own PAD project!

Nancy Ray, an up and coming photographer from Raleigh, North Carolina, shoots weddings and portraits. I could tell you all about her blog and her classic style that gives you a feeling of warmth and comfort, but I’ll let the over 40 emails that came in from our recommendations page do the talking:

Nancy Ray Photography is a blog I love to follow! She never disappoints. – Jo E.

I’m pretty sure I check for Nancy’s blog every single day! I love it! Her photography is fantastic and beautiful just like her heart. EVERYONE should check it out. -Daryl M.

I absolutely LOVE Nancy Ray’s blog! She motivates me and inspires me not only with what she writes but of course all her photos! – Debbie M.

Boy have I got a great photographer for you! I myself enjoy photography as a hobby but love finding other photographers that capture the glorious moments of life! Nancy Ray is a by far my favorite photography blog that I have found. Her photos and lovely commentary of life in this blog just makes my day a little more joyful and bright. I get a giddy feeling everyday to go online and check and see if there is a new post! Nancy Ray is pure joy. – Stephanie D.

Nancy Ray is one of the most genuinely sweet photographers I know! Every individual I have ever talked to after having a session with Nancy already loves her! Her sweet spirit and winning personality definitely carry over into her blog. When I read her blog, my breath is not only taken away by her photos but I feel like I am sitting in her apartment having a cup of coffee with her. -Sarah F.

Nancy Ray is not only an amazing photographer, but she is such a beautiful person inside and out! It is fun to read about her life and art through her blog and get a glimpse of her work! She has taken my family’s portraits for the last two years, as well as taken my maternity portraits. She is fun, professional, sweet, creative and a truly genuine person! I highly recommend her for her work as well as her blog for a great read! – Kellan V.

You get the idea. Go check her blog, and you can see her most recent posts here (updated automatically):

• Kate and Mike • Engagement
• February Goals • 2012
• Branches and Light : In Action
• Brittaney and Jeff • Engaged
• Haven Joy • Newborn