Weekends are the best, are they not? Last weekend I got to travel to Utah to meet and gain motivation from so many unique and beautiful photographers. The weekend before that I had a wicked fun sister sleepover with my lovely sister and her two little girls. The weekend before that, I chalked up some serious steps and family time…
The best part about photographing families is just that; the family. The connections they share, the inside jokes, giggles, smirks, annoyances…all of it plays and all of its golden. ‘Smile and look at the camera’ is beautiful for posterity and framing, but it’s the moments in-between that really create an over-the-top heartfelt family sessions. I love playing with the kiddos,…
Things have been a bit silent in the office for the past few days and with good reason :: I was gone. 😉 I hopped a plane to Utah Thursday morning to gain inspiration, knowledge, new friends and an renewing commitment to my craft. I was to attend the first Photo Native. I’m a huge believer in continuing education. Learning…
It starts slow. A twitch of her lips, a light dance in her eyes. Soon, her cheeks get rosey, her green eyes crinkle with amusement, she tousles her hair and her whole body transforms as the smile quickly erupts into fits of giggles. She simply cannot help herself; she’s a beautiful, naturally happy girl.
The day was calling for rain. In fact, the ground was begging for it. The leaves on the trees turned upwards toward the sky, searching for precipitation and relief from the warm August sunshine and humidity. In truth, this made for a glorious backdrop for the days events. Surrounded by her sisters, nieces, mother and so, so much love, she…