Friday, February 24, 2012

52:8 | Catchlights


& for you non photography folk (which is quite alright).. See the black human looking thing in ham bone's eye? That's me. That is a catchlight. I was going to do a close up of it..But thought maybe a creepy close dog eye wasn't my greatest decision. 

The blog has been quiet lately. I have had nothing to discuss & my subjects have been far from cooperative. I need a vacation, I need landscapes, I need something monumental to photograph. If I remember correctly this time last year (when I purchased my canon rebel) I went through this same phase. Not a resentment towards my camera but a lack of inspiration. Sure, pinterest contains plenty of it but when you don't have little humans or someone to photograph it's hard. I am particularly struggling with this project. Running. out. of. ideas. But I'm hoping to power through it and continue on. 

It's also funny what post processing can do. I hated this image before opening it in photoshop. I usually go through and just delete the ones I don't like (98% of the images I take). But this one I decided to have some fun with. My focus is a little off & the crop isn't my favorite..but I'm still getting the hang of this brick of a camera :)

& the before post processing just because I wanted to share.....

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If you'd like to know the story of why I'm doing P52 click right here. By clicking the link you will also be able to see a composite of all the P52 photos in one place!
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Be sure to check out these great blogs participating in Project 52:
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Monday, February 20, 2012

I Heart Faces | Hugs & Kisses

The second that I read that this was the challenge.. I knew I had to enter this photo. It is still one of my favorites that I have taken so far!


Please visit iheartfaces for more hugs & kisses photo submissions!

Friday, February 17, 2012

52:7 | Giddy


Please don't judge my messy hair, the bathroom towels, my pajama sweatshirt, and my lack of put togetherness. It's all about the moment...right? ;)

I am still dreaming. There is no way I own my dream camera and my dream lens. This can not be real. But everyday I wake up and there it is.

Also, how are we already 7 weeks into the new year?! 

What's your dream? Whatever it is..Make it happen. Everything & anything is possible! 
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If you'd like to know the story of why I'm doing P52 click right here. By clicking the link you will also be able to see a composite of all the P52 photos in one place!
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Be sure to check out these great blogs participating in Project 52:
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& if you want to link up.. Comment on a project 52 post with a link to your blog & we'll link up! 

Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Oh I'm In Love...

I decided to take the plunge & I am unbelievably happy I did... I am now the proud owner of a shiny Canon 5D Mark II & a Canon 24-70mm L series lens! ::gasp:: 

It is insane how quickly I have fallen in love with this dynamic duo. It's sharp, it's full frame, it's perfect..except for the weight ;) I will also be the proud owner of carpel tunnel in 50 years. HA! 

Anyway, brace yourselves for an explosion of images coming to the blog and facebook page. I can't wait to share my life and adventure behind the lens..

..resuming my happy dance..

Just a little before and after.. the SOOC was pretty spanking wonderful. I just increased the color tones, boosted the contrast, and sharpened.. What a cutie :)


Monday, February 13, 2012

Sawyer | Rockford, Illinois Portrait Photographer

I posted a sneak peek of this session the other day! I have been plowing through editing trying to get it done as soon as possible :) So here are my favorites that I have edited so far. Yes, some are repeats from the preview but they are just too good not to share again! 





Friday, February 10, 2012

52:6 | Quality vs. Quantity

 I am a brand girl. I'll be the first to admit it. It bothers me a lot but I love the quality. I love paying for something and knowing that it will last for forever (or until I am totally fed up with it). I am willing to splurge a little on myself if I know I will wear, or use a product, over and over again. This was my plunge 2 weeks ago. I have wanted a pair of these boots since 2007 (before Bella in Twilight wore them & turned them into a craze). I love them. So happy I bought them.


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If you'd like to know the story of why I'm doing P52 click right here. By clicking the link you will also be able to see a composite of all the P52 photos in one place!
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Be sure to check out these great blogs participating in Project 52:
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& if you want to link up.. Comment on a project 52 post with a link to your blog & we'll link up! 

Thursday, February 9, 2012

Sawyer [Sneak Peek!]

Clients that grin through the cold are my favorite. Meet Sawyer! A session that was thrown together in a matter of days. The sneak peaks aren't "supposed" to be your favorite images from a session but these are. I absolutely love how these look! Check back in, in a few days to see the full session big & beautiful :)