Sometimes I walk away from a session and simply can’t contain my fist pumping, jump for the moon excitement. Last week, I had the pleasure of working with the incredible Kaella of Kaella Lynn Events and Amanda of One True Love Vintage Rentals on a session that basically blew my mind.
I can’t share the whole thing in all it’s wonderfulness just yet, but belive me when I tell you this is something you won’t want to miss!
And really, how lucky am I to have such gorgeous Senior Models?
I have a love hate relationship with Pinterest. Any website that promotes the collection of creative and mundane things in such a visually appealing way, really captures my attention. I love the creative flow of ideas. I love love the gorgeous visual presentation. And I really, really love all the recipes!
I can’t even tell you how many new things I’ve made simply because someone pinned a gorgeous photo of food. (Corn tortillas with avocado, anyone?) And then there are the desserts. Millions of them. With gorgeous imagery and even more appealing names. (How about these gorgeous and colorful Macaron’s, for example.)
So after all that, what is it I hate about Pinterest? Well, the extra 5 pounds I’ve gained that I blame entirely on the fantastic food plastered all over their website. I can’t be held accountable for my lack of self control around that much temptation.
Take for example the banana bread I made this week. Not just one loaf, because that would be dull and ordinary. I had to make two.
For receipes, please visit Fitsugar.com for the healthy coconut banana bread and kitchenrunway.com for a more traditional banana bread.
Now tell me, are you on Pinterest? What do you love about it?
Shot with my Contax 645 on Portra 400 film
In an effort to share more of my personal work, I’m branching out. I’m thinking of starting a new blog feature. You all have to know by now that commitment scares me. (We all remember my failed attempt at a 52 week project, right?) But I’m going to do my best to commit to this! Fridays will become a day for a glimpse into what I’m shooting for ME. A day for me to share just a bit more of myself to all of you.
Is this something you want to see every week or so? Leave me a comment and let me know!
For today, I’m sharing a film capture from one of my favorite sessions of last year. I don’t shoot much film for my clients because I don’t feel 100% comfortable nailing the technicalities of the medium, but I love bringing my Contax with me and seeing what I can come up with for my own portfolio. This image was scanned sharpened for the web. That’s it. No retouching. No editing for color. It just is. And I love it. (You can see the digital images from Maddy’s session here.)
Today is the final day in my favorites series and I’m devoting it to all my favorites that I couldn’t squeeze into seven days. Thank you, to all of you, for helping me make 2011 such an amazing and fulfilling year. Here’s to 2012 being wonderful as well!
I’m so excited to include Carey in my week of favorites this year. Her wedding to Eric was an absolute joy to be a part of. I’ve known Carey since right after college, when we were living in tiny city apartments, navigating our first real jobs and just trying to figure out life. Since then, she’s only become a better person. These images are extra wonderful to me because they showcase her style. I love the veil. I adore the lace dress. And that expression? That’s a Carey staple.
You are gorgeous, Carey.
Tomorrows the final post in the series for 2011! I can’t believe it. Stay tuned for something just a bit different.
This session, hands down, is a favorite. Maddy was a blast to shoot, a natural in front of the camera and an all around great girl. Plus, she’s gorgeous!
To me, this picture is perfection. Between the creamy skin, the amazing hair, the perfect angle and the “almost” expression, it just takes my breath away.
Lauren and Dmitriy are a part of this list for a variety of reasons. First, this photo just makes me smile every time I see it. I love the strands of lights in the background. I love the curve of Lauren’s neck. And I love that it was a spontaneous moment. Second, they are two of the most wonderful, kind people I’ve ever met. And their marriage just seems like plain fun.
It was a toss up for me on these two as well. I love seeing such genuine joy on my clients faces. And Lauren was probably the most joyful bride I had this year. Plus, isn’t she gorgeous?
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