A Christmas Story...

I recently designed a card for a family very dear to my heart. This was such a fun little project... it took a bit of time, but I believe it was well worth it! This is actually designed as a tri-fold card, totaling 6 panels. Enjoy!

Mini Session :: Ben & Nicole

Whew! Yesterday was quite the busy day for me. I ended my photo shoot whirlwind with Ben and Nicole. They both are teachers and, in fact, it was teaching that brought them together. They both teach younger children, and their passion for what they do shows. The sun was beginning to set as we began our session, providing some pretty sweet light.






Ben and Nicole, I am so glad to have met you both... thank you for taking the time, and for allowing me this opportunity!

Mini Session :: Rob & Kayleigh

They met at church, and over a trivia game of Saved by the Bell, they found they had each met their match. I had a feeling I would like this couple before I even met them, and as they entered the door for our meeting yesterday, I knew I was right. After discussing wedding plans, we got together for a quick mini session before parting ways. Here are a few images from that session... what a great couple!







Rob and Kayleigh, I am so honored to have met you both! Thank you for taking the time to meet with me... it was truly a pleasure!

Mini Session :: Tony & Kit

They met over a cup of coffee, and coffee is what we needed yesterday morning when I met up with Tony and Kit for a quick mini session. It was very cold, but that didn't stop us from getting in some great images.






Tony and Kit, it was such a pleasure to meet you both. Thank you for this opportunity!

Thanksgiving :: Part 1

John F. Kennedy once said, "As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them." As Americans, we set aside one day a year to give thanks... but how often are we really thankful, even on Thanksgiving Day? Traditions have overshadowed the true meaning of thanksgiving. Instead of a day to remember what's been done for us, and to appreciate the life we have, we tend to gorge on food and fall asleep in front of the tv. I'm ashamed to say, that I too am guilty of this. It's not been intentional, but I hope to strive to change this.

I am truly grateful for the life I have. I am so very thankful for my family, and the time I get to spend with them. Below are a few images from our Thanksgiving together. The first few are some shots of the food prep, and my nephew, Joah, anxiously awaiting dinner :)

I did manage to get in a few shots throughout the day... it rarely happens.

I love my parents. They are a strength, and a huge support to me!

My sister, and my best friend... I love her dearly!

My grandmother will surely kill me for the shot of her below. I snapped this one as she poked her head out of the window. You never know when I'll pop up with my camera! :)

Joah was not too happy when it was time to go in.

I will share a bit more on our Thanksgiving in a later post. I hope everyone reading this had a wonderful time with family and friends, and that you found many things to be thankful for!