Senior: Bailey

These shots were taken a couple of weeks ago... we finally found a day without rain!!! :) I had so much fun with Bailey, she is so photogenic and really made the afternoon fun!
Bailey, thank you for choosing me to take your senior photos! I had a great time and can't wait for the winter shots! :)
Thought I'd start off with her laughing... :)







This was such a cool wall...



Obviously It's been way too long since I've blogged pictures... I didn't even post them my normal size! Hmmm, better work on that!

What's New?

Yes, I know, it's been WAY TOOOO long since I've blogged. Quite a few things have been happening....
* There were days when I haven't touched the computer... which actually turned out to be nice! Cause really, this thing can suck away your time!
* I have been daily reminded and encouraged by the Word of God. I'm not going by my "feelings", I'm going by what the Word says. Because God cannot lie. So what He says takes first seat compared to what I feel.
* Nathan has his two bottom teeth! :)
* Nathan is getting back on track with a nap schedule, which I'm REALLY thankful for!
* I attended a Lori Nordstrom photography workshop two weeks ago and learned a lot!
* The house really needs cleaned.
* Jerod's new favorite drink is apple cinnamon and peppermint tea mixed with honey. :) It is really good!
* Nathan has his 9 month appointment tomorrow morning. After that we'll stop and see the doctor that delivered him because... 1. she is the best doctor ever 2. she'll want to squeeze Nathan's chubby cheeks 3. and because I'm pregnant! :)

The Moore Family

Ah, I've been behind a bit on blogging... between making 10+ pies, a trip to Kansas City, Nathan cutting teeth and a lack of sleep... it's been busy! :0
Here is the Moore family! We took their pictures on really the last nice weekend! It's been so cold ever since! Their kids are just adorable!
Enjoy!

It's What's Inside The Package That Counts!

A few weeks ago, it was Mariah and Bryce's birthdays! Bryce was kind enough to share her big red bow with Nathan! He was so interested in the wrapping paper that I've decided he's going to get a box with wrapping paper stuffed inside for Christmas!
Ok, I'm kidding. kind of.
Isn't he just the cutest little gift EVER??

Marissa: Sr. pics

Now that fall is here, there is always a chance of rain during a photo shoot! I had scheduled Marissa's photos on a Saturday morning and even though it was cloudy, it turned out to be a beautiful morning! At the end of the shoot, a monarch butterfly made it's way over to Marissa, landing on her jeans, then on her hand, and even up to her head! It was the coolest thing!! One of those great things you just can't plan!
Marissa, I had such a great time taking your pictures! I'm so excited with the locations that we found! You are such a beautiful girl and wonderful to work with! Thanks for letting me have the chance to capture YOU! :)

Things I Enjoy: Canon 85 1.8 lens

This lens has become my favorite right now! It's so crisp and I really like the shallow depth of field!

Photographing Weddings

You know it's funny... it happened years ago, when I KNEW that I wanted to do photography full time. I intended to do families, children or seniors... it didn't matter to me, as long as I didn't do weddings!
I DID NOT want to be a wedding photographer! "Because you only have one shot at it. You can't go back and redo that day." This is true, but I used to think that when I didn't have as much confidence in my work. I also didn't want the hassle to deal with any of the "awful stories" that I've heard from other photographers.
But right now, I can honestly say that shooting weddings has become my favorite! There's just something about that day, the atmosphere, the emotions, the details...
I had the pleasure of helping my friend Elly of e photography do another wedding. The weather was perfect that day, the bride was stunning and the couple is so in love.