The heart of a child.
My sister’s god children were asking her if she would take them to see the “fishies.” At first I couldn’t understand what the eldest was saying but my sister quickly explained “they want me to walk them down to the lake” a three block walk. Well naturally I found this adorable and egged them on by encouraging them to want to see the “fishies.” Aimee was none to happy. She told me I could take them. Well, I decided that this would be the perfect opportunity for me to take the photos she’d been asking me to take of these two precious little girls. So I convinced her to come with me and I picked up my camera. Off we went.
The oldest was so excited to finally be on her way that she ran on ahead.
Don’t you just love that hair?
On our way back.
En la playa…
On the beach…stood a man and a woman, 4 maids, 2 men and 2 small darlings.
As I watched Ashley and Michael stand before each other and pledge themselves to one another for the rest of their lives I just took in our absolutely beautiful the surroundings were. It was so awesome to be a part of that moment.
Happy Friday!
We’re moving…
Yup…I said the “M” word. That word that holds so much promise, anticipation, stress, glee, and whatever else comes with saying goodbye to the first apartment you had with your husband and prepare your new house. I just finished packing box number three.
I’m really going to miss this old place, the neighbors pacing over our head at 4 in the morning. The children who scream and yell at each other while they play before school at 6. The leaking dishwasher, fish smelling front hallway, and my tiny little kitchen.
Ok maybe I won’t miss this place that much, but after all we have a lot of good memories. A lot of late night talks, kisses, and hugs. We really got to know each other and grow with each other a married couple in this little quaint 700 square foot apartment. So yes I am going to miss it but I’m looking forward to my new house! 
Just a little eye candy for you viewing pleasure….
My hubby’s sweet smile as he tells me he’s having a good hair day.
Happy Wednesday!
Independence Day. (no not the movie)
Happy 4th of July everyone!
I’m going to keep it short today as I’m sure we’re all enjoying our day off’s and want to be mingling with friends and family. So here are a few festive pictures that were taken at the Chesapeake City Park last night with some good friends. What more could you ask for.
Happy Monday!
A Jewish Wedding.
Every time I attend a Jewish wedding it amazes me. There are so many traditions and customs and symbolism that happens at each one. In fact every Jewish wedding I’ve attended has had something new because of it.
The wedding I photographed this past week was no exception. Although there were some recognizable traditions, there were also some that I’ve never seen before.
The couple wanted to express their new lives together through a sand like combination ceremony. But instead of using sand they used salt. The tradition comes from the a time in history when Salt covenants were as binding as written ones and when Salt could actually be used as currency.
It was a beautiful day for a beautiful wedding.
Thank you Joshua and Jasmine for letting be a part of your special day!
Happy Friday!
Likes and Yikes
Today I had the pleasure of photographing and videographing a lovely couple. It was calling for rain but those grey clouds held out and then dissipated. Which made for one beautiful wedding. Will share photos soon.
So this week has come and gone quicker then a birthday candle that melts all the way down. And if you’ve ever had to pick off wax from a piece of cake you know what I’m talking about.
So here comes another installment of Weekly Likes and Yikes:
- Standing back and looking at the finished rooms Jonathan and I have done in my parents house in helping them renovate.
- The feeling of accomplishment I had right after I conducted an interview for a local University. (all by myself )
- Sitting down with Jonathan just to do nothing.
- Walking by someone you know know’s you but somehow acts like they don’t.
- Yup that’s about it.
Happy Tuesday!
Interview for Promo
Hello all.
I recently had the awesome opportunity to interview a Doctoral Professor at Regent University here locally in Virginia Beach. This came with some hesitation, mainly because I knew I would be doing it by myself. There are always more difficulties when it comes to doing complete set ups by yourself but when you add on top of that you have to also be the interview…well…then it’s just crazy. I have to admit it was hard. When I was asking the questions all I could think about was “I hope that glare from his glasses won’t eb noticable from the angle the camera is on”. Yes, I know, always the photographer. Well anywhoo a couple set up photos are below. Since afterall I didn’t have a model for the lights I had to use myself. I love the self timer setting.
This is all natural light coming from the window:
This is using the window light as a back light. One light spotting the poster, and one as a key on the subject:
Final set up, window = backlight, one spot light, one key, and one dimmed to flush out some of the darker shadows on the right side:
Overall for doing it all by myself I think it turned out pretty good.
Happy Saturday!
Likes and Yikes
It’s time for another installment of….
This week’s likes:
Seeing my very good friend and her brand new baby for the first time in a year.
Finishing up my brand new website and logo! (so exciting)
Making new business contacts.
Weekly yikes!:
Realizing that I have way more work that can be accomplished in one week, even though I try to keep convincing myself I can still get it all done and maintain a life. (Not gonna happen)
Almost getting run off the road by someone who was in the straight lane but decides to turn?!? Yes that happened.
and…admitting that Jonathan is right sometimes. Don’t let it go to your head Jonathan.
Happy Saturday!
