December Cold!

Its been cold out here lately! Thankfully all of my sessions have been indoors! Its not even supposed to get above 55 degrees today!

I had a little model come in this week for her headshots... total cutie pie and lots of spirit!

These are for her agency:







And a funny note... The little girls grandmother works with my uncle. Small world!

Happy Thanksgiving

I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving. I am so thankful for my husband, my children, my family, my friends and of course my wonderful clients. Enjoy the times with the people you love most and just forget all the rest!
I love the fall color in the mountains. Every year we go to my in-laws house since they moved (except that one year I worked and then I made the rule to never do that again!) and every year I want to stop and just take a picture of the road leading to their house.
THis year Tim and I made the trek alone because our kids had already been there since Tuesday. So I made him stop so I could get out and shoot. He is such a good man!






I'm loving all those oranges and yellows!

Today is Black Friday... I stayed home because there was nothing out there worth getting into a fight over, lol. Plus I have two sessions today that I would prefer to be awake for!

Tomorrow is Small Business Saturday! Support a local business in your area! We appreciate it!

Cutie pie with a cute tie!

This little boy is super sweet and cute! Tougher than nails, too! I couldnt resist getting a picture of him in his new tie!
Mom and Dad you have a little ham on your hands!

2012 Senior!

Another session finished! Moving right along!

We did have some drama with Ebay and USPS the past two days, so I haven't had a lot of time to work on things. But I finished processing another session today and I am well on my way to getting caught up. Just in time for my holiday sessions that start next week!

Today's feature is a local senior... soooo pretty!









Too many favorites to choose from, I will have to add to my 2012 Senior album on Facebook.


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I have a few more openings for $125 holiday mini sessions. Its a discount of $175!!!! Dont wait to the last minute to get those portraits done in time for Christmas gifts!

Tiffanys Hair Studio

I see the light at the end of the tunnel! woot woot!

Fall ball is over for my kids... such a great season with a bunch of great kids!

I couple of weeks ago I had the pleasure of doing a product shoot with Tiffany's Hair Studio. The products themselves are nice looking, but I thought Tiffany would be nicer to feature on the blog...






Such beautiful lady! Her husband is super sweet too!

Good luck with your website, guys!!

The Martin Family...

As I come slowly out of my mountain of work, I have found that we need a new office system. I already implemented some new software that allows me to work when I'm not at home, so once I get the hang of it, I am sure things will get better. Someday...lol.

But today I am posting on the blog the family of my recent senior. Awesome parents, with three boys. I can only imagine the fun that goes on in that house.

Some of my favorites...






Yay! One blog post down, several more to go!

I have decided to post on facebook what I happen to be working on at the time... that way it doesn't look like I sit twiddling my thumbs... lol

Seniors!

Its been a busy couple of weeks - lots of shooting, appointments, orders, etc. I've fallen behind but all this week I can catch up before the next wave hits on Friday.

Today's feature is a local senior. He was so easy to work with and I can't wait to do his future sessions. The first image shown is one of my favorites... when you are graduating high school it feels as though you have the world at your feet and you get to take the next step for your future.




Props go out to his mother, who suggested the location. I had never shot there before, but its definitely on my favorites list :)

Unexpected visitor!

Yesterday I had a senior session out in Apple Valley. Halfway through the shoot, I was talking to the owner of the property and he pointed out a bobcat behind me. He said that he had seen another a few days earlier but with cubs.
I went down the steps and crept pretty close, but once he noticed me, he was startled and started to run. He did take one last look at me though, and that is the shot above. So cool to see nature up close!

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I'm starting to get back into the swing of things and it feels good to be shooting again consistently.
I'm going to be at a softball tournament this weekend, my husband is playing in a charity tournament for CHP officer Justin McGrory who died in the line of duty. So Saturday is pretty booked - kids games in the morning, and tournament up in Barstow. Come support if you can!

New board member!

Meet AESD's newest board member, Mr. Wright! I 'm so excited that the position was filled and all the kids will benefit!

congratulations!


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I know, I know, Im behind again. Life is so crazy and busy right now. i hardly have time to breathe some days. but i love my family and friends. Speaking of friends i want to take a moment and ask for some well wishes for my friend's mom. She was diagnosed with a brain tumor. Her name is Jan. Thanks!

Be in the Band....

These guys needed something quick for a promo flyer, so I had them come in to get some fast shots done for their flyers. I already knew all of them except the guitar player so it was an easy comfortable and relaxed session.

Good luck guys! You looked great!


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One has got to love the way business sometimes lulls and booms... This week we entered a boom... a wedding booked, two commercial jobs, and a family session are coming up next week before I go on vacation! I guess I will really earn it this week!

Have a great Labor day weekend everyone!

2012 Senior Photos

What a way to kick off the 2012 seniors! I had photographed this guy a few years ago for family photos, and I do his little sister's portraits a lot! So now its time for him to graduate... kids grow so fast.
He was very particular about the poses he wanted to do, and I ended up catching those smiles in between fake smiles :)



One for the ladies....sorry girls, I DON'T have his number :)



Thanks for sitting for me Jeremy, enjoy your senior year!

Lovely lady!

oh my goodness! I really should have had this post up last week, but things were crazy here. A short notice birthday party for my son, a pool turning green, and just a whole lot of things. Anyhow, today's feature is a very beautiful girl. I usually dont work Sundays but it ended up working out for both of our schedules and I am so glad it did!







thanks again for the session!

Pet Sitting....

This is Danmar! His owner is off playing softball in a tournament and needed someone to care for him.
I picked him up around midnight and we cruised over to my house. Such a party animal!
Let me just say... he's pretty easy going. He's very well behaved, not a picky eater...we are getting along just fine. He doesn't wake me up early in the morning and I don't clean up his bathroom messes.
Except when he sees my camera - then we have issues. I can tell he doesn't like his picture taken and he gives me the stink eye.
Its okay Danmar, only a few more days and you can go home.

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NO, I haven't lost my mind...but sometimes I just get a little silly. Today has just been one of those days...and the fish sits in his bowl without a care in the world. And it made me put some things in perspective. Thanks Danmar - you are the best!

Summer Storm....

I love the rain from a summer storm. I can do without the thunder, though!

Today I was out at the park practicing with my teammates. We could hear the thunder in the distance...a few lightning strikes far away. Then it started to get closer. And the rain began to fall lightly. I was walking in from the outfield to pick up some balls and I saw a huge strike of lightning come down! And seconds later the CRACK AND ROAR of the thunder. Everyone else started walking in and then the rain began to come down in buckets. We were all scrambling to protect gloves, shoes, etc. and took refuge under the edge of the bathrooms. The park workers had their shed open and offered us shelter. How nice!

Later on in the day, it was safe to go out and I snapped this picture. I love how the clouds looked and the colors in the sky. Home is so beautiful!

August is only two days away... my husband kicks it off with his birthday, and for the next five months we have birthday season. Can't wait!

Summer Pregnancy...

I'll never forget being pregnant in the summer. It was while we were waiting for our house to be built. Every weekend we would come up and I would swear that I would never ever be pregnant in the desert heart again.
Well, I haven't... and I am always sympathetic when I see pregnant women during the desert heat season. Although this year its been pretty mild, I hope their child is thankful for Mom's sacrifice!
These portraits were taken in the Victorville Studio, so basically an indoor photo session :)
This maternity client absolutely glowed! Pregnancy looks good on her for sure!





It was really difficult to decide which ones to put on the blog! Such a beautiful lady carrying a precious gift. I can't wait for the newborn session :)

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One more week of July! The weather gives little hints that its going to warm up, and then it doesn't last! I would still like to do a special something with the business before I go on vacation... lots of ideas pouring in but I have to find one that is affordable and feasible!

I hope everyone has a great week!