I’m sorry I haven’t posted in a few weeks but I haven’t been able to type very well lately. This is because three weeks ago I had an accidental collision with another skater and broke my right wrist. As a result I’ve been unable to do many things like write, type, walk the dogs, drive or even pick up my camera. The last one I miss more than anything. The good news is I’m healing as I should be – slow but steady and I can use my hand a little more each day. The first two weeks of having a cast that restricted my elbow was the worst. At times I thought my elbow was as sore as my wrist, but I’ve got a smaller cast now which means a little more movement and I don’t have to have it in a sling. Of course when I did have to wear the sling I decorated it to support my roller derby team. I may not be able to skate but I’m still there cheering them on. Well, I’ve rambled on long enough. Don’t worry too much about me, my wonderful husband has been taking good care of me and even cooked Thanksgiving dinner. I hope all of you enjoyed your Thanksgivings as well. Check back soon for updates. I’ll get my hands back on my camera as soon as I can!
Naomi & Jim’s Wedding November 4, 2009
As promised here are some pictures from Naomi and Jim’s wedding. After our great vacation in Europe we stopped in Michigan for a few days to attend my sister-in-law’s wedding and visit family before heading home to California. The wedding was beautiful and we had so much fun getting to spend time with everyone.
A few shots from the bridal suite of everyone getting ready.
Sometime getting into the perfect dress takes a little help from your friends.
An artistic take on the flowers and rings.
How cute is the flower girl!
The happy couple making their exit.
A quick kiss by the vintage Rolls Royce before they climb in and take off.
A sweet moment between father and daughter.
And even though I prefer to be behind the lens rather than in front of it we did get all dressed up, so here is one of me and my Mr.
Holiday Sessions November 4, 2009
There is still time to book your session and get that perfect portrait in time for your holiday cards. Check out the information below and be sure to check back tomorrow to see some great images from my sister-in-law’s wedding.
London November 2, 2009
We’re home from our trip and finally settled back in. Bags are unpacked, laundry is done and now it’s time to get back to work. Before we do that I wanted to share with you a few pictures my husband took of London at night. I think the city is so beautiful at night with all of the lights. Hope you like them too and be sure to check back in a couple days to see a few great images from my sister-in-laws wedding!
Paris October 1, 2009
We had a wonderful 2 days in Paris this week. We stayed at the Gentle Gourmet B&B and it was amazing. The food was delicous, our hosts were friendly and welcoming and we were only a few minutes walk from the Arc de Triomphe. Since it had been 10 years since my last visit to Paris and this was my husbands first trip, we did all of the major tourist things – Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe (at night when the city all lit up), strolled the Champs Elysees, explored the Louvre, ate baguettes, met an old family friend at a cafe overlooking the Pompidou Center. I wanted to share a few photos from this beautiful city. Hope you enjoy.
Jeremy and I ready for a day at the Louvre
This may be my favorite image from the trip. Any idea where in Paris it was taken? (I’ll give you a hint, there are 284 steps and I’m REALLY glad I didn’t drop my camera)
The view from the Eiffel Tower.
And of course the Eiffel Tower doing it’s hourly light show. Just beautiful.
Harlaxton September 28, 2009
As some of you already know the husband and I are enjoying a little vacation in the UK. We’ve traveled to a few cities and seen a few shows. And couple days ago we had the opportunity to visit Harlaxton College which was my home away from home when I did a semester abroad exactly 10 years ago this fall. It was as beautiful as I remembered and I was a little surprised at how easy it was to remember my way around the place. It was such a great experience being able to show my husband around the beautiful grounds and even spend the night in the Manor (and not in a dorm room!) I wanted to share a couple quick pictures with you so you could see just what I mean. I am so lucky to have got to live and study in such beautiful surroundings.
The Manor
Lecture Hall
Great Hall
View of the ceiling up the center of the staircase.
View from our room
Hope you all enjoyed the pictures. I’m off to pack for a couple days in Paris. Be sure to check back in a few days and I’ll try and post some pictures from there as well.
The Green Eyed Monsters September 23, 2009
Recently I had a chance to work the two amazing women behind the soon to be famous web series that is The Green Eyed Monsters. We had a great time last weekend shooting some promo shots for the series. They were so much fun to work with and gave me a chance to experiment with some new styles. It’s a little different from the work I normally share here, but I hope you like it and please leave me comment with your thoughts.
Child of the 80’s September 8, 2009
Well, hello again. I know I left the blog for a little too long this time. I’ve been a little overwhelmed but mostly excited while planning a massive vacation. The Mr. and I will be roaming all around England and Paris. We’re even stopping in Michigan for my sister-in-law’s wedding before heading back home. So there will be plenty of photos and updates throughout our travels. It all starts in just 2 weeks! I’m back now and to make up for my absence I thought I’d share a little something that made me smile, laugh and reminisce. If you’re a child of the 80’s like me, you’ll identify with most, if not all, items on this list.
Are you an 80’s child?
1. You’ve ever ended a sentence with the word SIKE
2. You watched the Pound Puppies
3. You can sing the rap to the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air and can do the Carlton Dance
4. Girls wore biker shorts under their skirts and felt stylishly sexy
5. You yearned to be a member of the Baby-sitters club and tried to start a club of your own.
6. You owned those lil’ Strawberry Shortcake pals scented dolls
7. You know that “WOAH” comes from Joey on Blossom
8. Two words: Hammer Pants
9. If you ever watched “Fraggle Rock”
10. You had plastic streamers on your handle bars… and spokey-dokes or playing cards on your spokes for that incredible sound effect
11. You can sing the entire theme song to “Duck Tales” (Woo ooh!)
12. It was actually worth getting up early on a Saturday to watch cartoons
13. You wore a ponytail on the side of your head
14. You saw the original Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles on the big screen…and still know the turtles names
15. You got super-excited when it was Oregon Trail day in computer class at school
16. You made your mom buy one of those clips that would hold your shirt in a knot on the side
17. You played the game “MASH” (Mansion, Apartment, Shelter, House)
18. You wore stonewashed Jordache jean jackets and were proud of it
19. L.A. Gear….need I say more?
20. You wanted to change your name to “JEM” in Kindergarten. (She’s Truly Outrageous.)
21. You remember reading Tales of a fourth grade nothing and all The Ramona books
22. You know the profound meaning of “WAX ON, WAX OFF”
23. You wanted to be a Goonie
24. You ever wore fluorescent neon clothing (some of us…head-to-toe)
25. You can remember what Michael Jackson looked like before his nose fell off and his cheeks shifted
26. You have ever pondered why Smurfette was the only female smurf
27. You took lunch boxes to school…and traded Garbage Pailkids in the schoolyard
28. You remember the CRAZE, then the BANNING of slap bracelets
29. You still get the urge to say “NOT” after every sentence
30. You remember Hypercolor t-shirts
31. Barbie and the Rockers was your favorite band
32. You thought She-ra (Princess of Power!) and He-Man should hook up.
33. You thought your childhood friends would never leave because you exchanged handmade friendship bracelets.
34. You ever owned a pair of Jelly shoes.
35. After you saw Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure you kept saying “I know you are, but what am I?”
36. You remember “I’ve fallen and I can’t get up”
37. You remember going to the skating rink before there were inline skates.
38. You ever got seriously injured on a Slip and Slide.
39. You have ever played with a Skip-It.
40. You had or attended a birthday party at McDonalds.
41. You’ve gone through this nodding your head in agreement.
42. You remember Popples
43. Don’t worry, be happy
44. You wore like, EIGHT pairs of socks over tights with high top Reeboks.
45. You wore socks scrunched down (and sometimes still do..getting yelled at by younger hip members of the family)
46. You remember boom boxes and walking around with one on your shoulder like you were all that.
47. You remember watching both Gremlins movies.
48. You know what it meant to say “Care Bear Stare!!”
49. You remember watching Rainbow Bright and & My Little Pony Tales
50. You thought Doogie Howser/Samantha Micelli was hot
51. You remember Alf, the lil furry brown alien from Melmac
52. You remember New Kids on the Block when they were cool…and don’t even flinch when people refer to them as “NKOTB”
53. You knew all the characters names and their life stories on “Saved By The Bell” the ORIGINAL class
54. You know all the words to Bon Jovi – > YOU GIVE LOVE A BAD NAME
55. You just sang those words to yourself
56. You remember watching Magic vs. Bird
57. Homemade Levi shorts…(the shorter the better)
58. You remember when mullets were cool!
59. You had a mullet!
60. You still sing “We are the World”
61. You tight rolled (pegged) your jeans
62. You owned a banana clip
63. You remember “Where’s the Beef?”
64. You used to (and probably still do) say “What you talkin’ ’bout Willis?
65. You had big hair and you knew how to use it
66. You’re still singing shot through the heart in your head, aren’t you?!
The view from my patio July 27, 2009
Last night the sun was setting, the moon was out and the sky was such a beautiful mix of colors. So I ran inside to grab my camera and back out to the patio to take a few quick pictures. What do you think?
New Backdrop July 22, 2009
On a day trip to Pasadena last week, I picked up a new backdrop. I like the solid pop of color from the seamless paper so I decided to try one out. Here are a few images from my first shoot with it. This adorable little boy was so friendly and full of smiles. It was a great time. His big sister was a little more camera shy but I caught a few images of her showing off her beautiful smile.
Just after she ducked behind a chair, she popped out to show me this great smile. I know it’s not on the backdrop, but it was just too cute to pass up.
