Nicole:: Senior 2009

I guess I have my sister to thank for this session.  She's one of my biggest fans, and always displays my latest work to her co-workers at St. John's Clinic in Ozark, MO.  It was on one of my many visits there, that I met Dia, who informed me that her daughter was a senior this year and still in need of some senior pictures.  Meet Nicole; a senior at Ozark High.  She's on the diving team and the varsity cheerleading squad, and.... she's absolutely beautiful! 

I'm sure most people who live in Ozark think that it doesn't have much to offer, but I strongly disagree.  This town was busting at the seams with cool places and backgrounds.  I could have shot all day... and I almost did :)

At times, she was a little unsure of how her posing would turn out, but she totally rocked this session!  I love it when I work with clients with such a natural ability to be photographed!












I have so many more images; I can't wait to finish them and share the rest!  Nicole, thank you for choosing me for your session!  I had a blast and hope they are everything you imagined!  I wish you all the best as you finish out your senior year! 

Snow Day:: Part two

I almost forgot to post these!  Paul and I went over to his sister's the weekend of our last snow, and spent some time hanging out with the kids.  My hands were frozen, but I didn't care... it was great stuff to capture!  I love this one of Paul... so rugged and handsome... "sigh"...

This next image is out of focus, but the expression was timeless!  I love it!

be still my heart.... 

I love this one of my sister-in-law with her girls.  What a great moment!

I'm currently in Southeast Missouri with my sister and parents.  We're celebrating Joah's 1st birthday this weekend.  Wow!  I can't believe a year has already gone by!  I spent yesterday in Ozark, and shot a senior session of Nicole ...I can't wait to post them!  She is beautiful and totally rocked out the session!  Look out for those images in the next few days!

Snow Day

I'm sure most of you were like me yesterday, and were surprised at the amount of snow we woke up to!  The weather here has been so crazy:  70s one day and snow the next.  I guess only in Kansas right?  Although it was cold, I still felt inspired to go out and snag a few pics.  The first few pics are shots of some of my vintage camera collection.  Those of you who know me, know I'm always on the lookout for these... I'm sure it drives some of you nuts.  :)

I begged my husband to go out with me to the park across the street from our neighborhood.  It was so cold but I can never get tired of snow... especially the kind we got yesterday.  It was like a giant cloud had settled over everything.  These next images I applied some new textures to.  I'm still not quite sure how I like them.  I'd love to hear feedback from others!





I think out of all of them, this last one is my favorite.  I liked the way the snow "painted" the bottom of Paul's pants as he trudged through the snow.

trans.form

trans.form/ v. to undergo a change in form, appearance, or character; become transformed

In keeping with the theme from my last post, I found the following video online by Zach Arias. Although I've never met Zach, his photographic work has been an inspiration to me. He is also the creator of the One Light Workshops, which I have yet to attend. I love photographers like Zach; their willingness to share and inspire have made me who I am today and make me strive to be better tomorrow. This video was so encouraging to me. I am so blessed to be able to do what I love!

Click Here to watch the video TRANSFORM.... enjoy!

Dream a little dream...

Well, I have to say I have not been too impressed with my blogging frequency lately.  Winter has put me in a bit of a funk, and I feel as if I've been in hibernation mode for the past few weeks.  As you know, hibernation is a deep sleep, and when people sleep, most dream.  I have been doing some dreaming (as well as laying on the couch with my comfy blanket and AMC movies)  :)

Most of my dreaming involves my photography, which shouldn't surprise anyone.  It's on my mind all the time, and I'm sure my husband gets tired of me talking about it.  I dream about where I want to see myself in the future, the kind of clients I want to work with, and famous photographers I would like to meet.  I also dream about the types of pictures I want to take. Most days, my mind is overloaded with images, new angles, new ways to use color... on these days I would be in support of human cloning... I could really use two of me :)  In any case, some dreams I realize I have to file away for now; others I can begin to make a reality.  So, my plan for the next few weeks is to refresh Sandberg Photography... (Wow... I just said it.. it's now out there and you all have read this so now I'm committed... AAAHHHhh!!)  My first start will be a few minor tweaks to my blog, and a revamp on my website.  I will keep you all posted and let you know when it's ready for the big reveal.

I will leave you for now with the following images.  I found these a couple of days ago and they made me long for summer... I'm tired of the wind and frigid temperatures!  These were taken last summer at the home of some good friends of ours. When I'm not shooting this summer... this is where you will find me!  :)