Sunday, November 30, 2008

Christmas Cards

Can you believe it's that time of the year again? Christmas is only a few weeks away. This weekend I worked on a couple Christmas cards, including my own. Andy and I went out to get some images for our card. Let me just say it is tough using a tripod and trying to get a great shot. But we made it work. My desire was to embrace my new Texas home and have a "cowboy" style Christmas card. Not really sure if I accomplished that or not. What do you think? Here is the front of our card and the front of a card I made for a friend. As always, I love your comments!

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Thursday, November 27, 2008

Amazing People

There are so many amazing people that we all come in contact with on a daily basis. I can think of so many people that have impacted my life or who are making a difference in the world around them. SO I wanted to honor them. Thats why I created a post called "Amazing People." In these posts you will meet people who I think are amazing. I want to share their story with you. I hope it encourages you to honor and thank the amazing people in your life. Thanks for reading.

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Amazing People: An amazing young man

This is Dustin. He is one of my favorite people in the world. He also happens to be my little brother.
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He is by far the most amazing 15 year old I have ever meet. He has such a kind heart and loving spirit. He is the baby of my family so he has always been surrounded by adults. Most 15 year olds want their parents to leave them alone and stay out of their business. D is not like that. He loves hanging out with the family. And we love being with him. He just makes you smile. I am so thankful that the Lord blesssed us with him. He is awesome and I know that God has big plans for him.

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God is really moving in Dustin's life and it is awesome to watch. My prayer for him ever since he was little was that God would reveal himself to Dustin and that Dustin would put his trust in the God alone. Well I was looking at D's MySpace and found this song that he wrote. It is an awesome testimony and I wanted to share it with you. I hope it blesses you. From the mouth of babes come amazing truths.

(This is supposed to be a really heavy metal song)

"Heavy Metal Pine Saw"

{Verse 1}

Darkness Falls!
And it seems there is no light to guide me!

Pain Sets In!
And I wonder will I ever see the rising sun?

I Feel No Comfort!
And tell myself all hope is gone for me!

I Close My Eyes!
And I scream O God what have I done?

{Chorus 1}

But even though the Devil whispers in my ear,
I can still hear this loud and clear!
(I HEAR)

Son I am here with you,
I will never leave you,
I will always hold you close and near.

You watched me die before you,
All of this was for you,
So there is nothing for you to fear.

Just remember,
I am always here!

{Verse 2}

Conflicting Battles,
Are going on within my mind!

The Tests Of Faith,
Are just leading me to certain failure!

My Soul Is Torn,
Between what I want and what I know is right.

I Close My Eyes
And I scream O God what Can I do?

{Chorus 1 Repeats}

{Verse 3}

Darkness Falls!
Now I know that God is here to guide me!

Pain Sets In,
But I give it all up to the Lord.

All This Comfort,
Blankets me and keeps me from the cold.

I Close My Eyes,
And scream thank you God for what you've done!

{Chorus 1 Repeats}

{Chorus 2}

(WE SING)

Lord you are here with me,
You will never leave me,
You will always hold me close and near.

I watched you die before me,
I know it all was for me,
With you there is nothing for me to fear.

So now I will remember,
You are always here.

Monday, November 24, 2008

Reflecting on Love Affair

So it is Monday and I have had some time to think and process all that I learned at the Love Affair Workshop. This workshop was totally invaluble. I learned so much about my camera,editing,organizing,marketing,and so much more. I was also blessed by the four ladies who hosted the workshop. They are amazing photographers, but more importantly amazing women. I am honored that they would take the time to pour into the lives of other women who have a passion for photography. So a big thanks to Millie, Kelly, Davina, and Lauren! You ladies are awesome.

Here are some random images from my stay in San Diego. Thanks to all for stopping by.

Learning about flash from Kelly
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Here is Davina talking about the importance of balance
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Miss Millie helping us get organized
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Cool chair in the lobby of the W
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Some random shots of SD
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And me!
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Sunday, November 23, 2008

Senior Rep: Dru

A couple weeks ago I had a session with my Senior Rep, Dru. She is such a happy girl who is so full of life. She plans to go into the medical field when she grows up. I have to say that she will be prefect in that profession. She is so caring and genuine. I had so much fun doing this shoot.
ENJOY!

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Wednesday, November 19, 2008

San Diego Day 2

I am learning so much! I did not realize how much there is to know about this business. Today we worked with flash and workflow. I cant wait to implement these new techniques.

We also had another photo shoot. Our model was so sweet. She was a natural in front of the camera and so fun to work with. Here are some of my images. I am really trying to stretch and try new things. What do you think?

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HellO from San Diego!

Hey eveyone! Just wanted to share with you all that I am having an awesome time in Cali. I have met so many great people and I am learning so much. These women are amazing and have so many great ideas.

Yesterday we did a photo shoot in groups. 7 of us ran around town with 1 model trying to get images that we were "assigned" to get. Our mentors wanted us to look for new things such as shadows,angles, small spaces, and much more. Here are some of my favs.

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Sunday, November 16, 2008

Love Affair Conference

I am heading out tomorrow to San Diego to the Love Affair Conference. It is a photography conference put on by some of my favorite photogos. I cant wait to meet so many people who have a passion about photography. I will keep you posted on all the cool things I learn.

Here is a preview of a session I did on Saturday. Baby Audriana is about to be 4 weeks old. She is so precious.

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Sunday, November 9, 2008

Spotlight

Cooper HS has so many talented students. I would like to introduce you to one of them. Meet Candi. She is a very gifted musician. These pictures were taken at the Cooper Talent Show where she won first place!

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Thursday, November 6, 2008

Senior Rep: Preview

Cheerful, upbeat, positive, refreshing, sweet, kind, personable, sincere; all words that describe my Senior Rep, Dru. Here is a preview of her session. Check back soon for some much more!

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Senior Rep: Raul

Meet Raul. Raul is a senior at Cooper High School who has big goals for the future. He is driven and motivated. With such determination I believe he can do anything he desires to do. Perhaps even model... He is a natural in front of the camera. This session was lots of fun. Enjoy!

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