Is your fancy digital camera still in full auto - just like it was when you first took it out of the box? Do you wish you could take better pictures with your point and shoot camera?
Why not sign up for our "Mom With Camera" beginner's photography class and learn how to get more from your camera and take better pictures of your kids in a private individual class?
The private one-on-one photography class is a great way for a mom to get help with her specific camera. I’ll cover the basics of what goes into an exposure, go over the features of your camera, and suggest when to use certain features of your camera to allow you to take better pictures.
I’ll also cover the differences between different lenses and which lens is best during different circumstances.
A three hour class at your home or mine is $250.
Thursday, June 24, 2010
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Happy Birthday! {Photos of the Heart-1st Birthday Photographer}
I met an adorable Indian Princess recently and was invited to her lavish birthday celebration! Meet Princess Nizhoni!
Okay, maybe she wasn't an actual princess, but she certainly was adorable enough! She had a traditional outfit thanks to her Grandmother and Aunt and she looked the part. She was a sweetheart the entire day, but I did manage to capture a little bit of her attitude! She had just the right amount of spunk!
I could go on about how sweet Nizhoni was, but while she was the star of the show, she had plenty of friends who were just as full of fun!
Happy Friends....
Silly, giggly friends...
Shy Friends...
Friends who like cupcakes!
And one last one of our Beautiful Birthday Girl!
Okay, maybe she wasn't an actual princess, but she certainly was adorable enough! She had a traditional outfit thanks to her Grandmother and Aunt and she looked the part. She was a sweetheart the entire day, but I did manage to capture a little bit of her attitude! She had just the right amount of spunk!
I could go on about how sweet Nizhoni was, but while she was the star of the show, she had plenty of friends who were just as full of fun!
Happy Friends....
Silly, giggly friends...
Shy Friends...
Friends who like cupcakes!
And one last one of our Beautiful Birthday Girl!
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Monday, June 21, 2010
A Riddle and a Sneak Peak {Photos of the Heart~Sierra Vista, Arizona Photographer}
What is REALLY cute and is covered in purple sprinkles?
Why, a very sweet birthday girl, of course! Check out these tasty little sneak peaks and remember to come back and watch for some very special pictures of an adorable baby girl!
Why, a very sweet birthday girl, of course! Check out these tasty little sneak peaks and remember to come back and watch for some very special pictures of an adorable baby girl!
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
It's my 100th post!- My favorite song.
I just realized that today I am posting my 100th post. I think I was a lot more excited about this milestone when I was posting at Joeuser, but hey, it's a milestone nevertheless.
My friend Nadine is doing a 30 day blog post where she blogs about something different every day for a month...I'll see if I keep it up.
Day one: Favorite Song.
Hands down, without-a-doubt, favorite song ever and probably for the rest of my life is.....Elton Johns's "I Guess that's why they call it the Blues"
If you have never heard it, you can listen to it here. It's not a video, but I couldn't find the audio anywhere else.
Many years ago, I was once in the Army and stationed at the Presidio for Language training. I happened to be dating a fantastically amazing guy. One of those once-in-a-lifetime kind of guys, you know? (happy thoughts!) Back to the story-One night about midnight, we started talking about how as kids, Saturday mornings were reserved for sugary cereal and cartoons. (Yes, oh young ones, way back in the day, we had 5 channels, rabbit ears and cartoons ONLY on Saturday mornings!)
We were having so much fun that we decided to walk to Safeway and pick up some supplies so we could recreate our childhood! (Back then, we walked everywhere! We had no car!)
We were in the middle of picking our favorite sugar shock (mine was Golden Grahams and he loved Lucky Charms), when he started to drag me through the isles and start looking around like a madman. It says something about how much I liked him because I didn't run away from him! He finally stopped and took the basket and put it aside.
He took me in his arms, right there in the middle of Safeway and started to dance with me. That's when I realized he was looking for a speaker to stand under! He sang in a quiet voice as he held me close. The world just melted away. I couldn't have told you if we had an audience or not, but it was a magical moment.
And still today, anytime we hear the opening notes, Matt will sweep me into his arms and croon as we dance around the floor.
Connor hates romance, but Maddie loves to see us together....This was the song we danced to at our wedding, but more priceless than that moment was the first dance...the one in the middle of the night at a grocery store in California.
My friend Nadine is doing a 30 day blog post where she blogs about something different every day for a month...I'll see if I keep it up.
Day one: Favorite Song.
Hands down, without-a-doubt, favorite song ever and probably for the rest of my life is.....Elton Johns's "I Guess that's why they call it the Blues"
If you have never heard it, you can listen to it here. It's not a video, but I couldn't find the audio anywhere else.
Many years ago, I was once in the Army and stationed at the Presidio for Language training. I happened to be dating a fantastically amazing guy. One of those once-in-a-lifetime kind of guys, you know? (happy thoughts!) Back to the story-One night about midnight, we started talking about how as kids, Saturday mornings were reserved for sugary cereal and cartoons. (Yes, oh young ones, way back in the day, we had 5 channels, rabbit ears and cartoons ONLY on Saturday mornings!)
We were having so much fun that we decided to walk to Safeway and pick up some supplies so we could recreate our childhood! (Back then, we walked everywhere! We had no car!)
We were in the middle of picking our favorite sugar shock (mine was Golden Grahams and he loved Lucky Charms), when he started to drag me through the isles and start looking around like a madman. It says something about how much I liked him because I didn't run away from him! He finally stopped and took the basket and put it aside.
He took me in his arms, right there in the middle of Safeway and started to dance with me. That's when I realized he was looking for a speaker to stand under! He sang in a quiet voice as he held me close. The world just melted away. I couldn't have told you if we had an audience or not, but it was a magical moment.
And still today, anytime we hear the opening notes, Matt will sweep me into his arms and croon as we dance around the floor.
Connor hates romance, but Maddie loves to see us together....This was the song we danced to at our wedding, but more priceless than that moment was the first dance...the one in the middle of the night at a grocery store in California.
Sneek Peek of upcoming Session Sites - {Photos of the Heart-Bisbee AZ Photographer}
Bisbee, Arizona is a fantastic place to visit! Just make sure you bring your walking shoes because there are lots of stairs and hills! I took a trip out to Bisbee to scout out some fun places to shoot upcoming sessions.
My good friend Patty joined me on this particular outing.
She insisted that I get a few pictures as well...so I can show off my dorky side.
Aside from our silliness, we did have a lot of fun exploring Bisbee's shops and alleyways. There seemed to be a hidden treasure around every corner!
Check out a few of the fun things!
I love Jasmine...mmmm. My neighbor in Texas had some and it made everything smell wonderful as it bloomed....mmmmmm. I could breathe in fresh Jasmine all day...
Still a sunflare junkie. Ahhh...it's one of those things that makes me happy!
Let me just say that I LOVE LOVE LOVE this green door. I can't wait for the perfect reason to head out there and shoot someone!
Speaking of things I love, Want to guess what I am currently in LOVE with? I can just see me using this on an amazing shoot....my heart flutters when I think of all the fun I am going to have with this!
I saw this in the window of a Bike Shop called Bisbee Bicycle Brothel. It cracks me up but I saw this calling to me! The copper just drew me in.
My good friend Patty joined me on this particular outing.
She insisted that I get a few pictures as well...so I can show off my dorky side.
Aside from our silliness, we did have a lot of fun exploring Bisbee's shops and alleyways. There seemed to be a hidden treasure around every corner!
Check out a few of the fun things!
I love Jasmine...mmmm. My neighbor in Texas had some and it made everything smell wonderful as it bloomed....mmmmmm. I could breathe in fresh Jasmine all day...
Still a sunflare junkie. Ahhh...it's one of those things that makes me happy!
Let me just say that I LOVE LOVE LOVE this green door. I can't wait for the perfect reason to head out there and shoot someone!
Speaking of things I love, Want to guess what I am currently in LOVE with? I can just see me using this on an amazing shoot....my heart flutters when I think of all the fun I am going to have with this!
I saw this in the window of a Bike Shop called Bisbee Bicycle Brothel. It cracks me up but I saw this calling to me! The copper just drew me in.
Friday, June 4, 2010
You are what you wear…Part 2! {Sierra Vista, AZ Portrait Photographer}
eed inspiration for your next photo shoot?
Remember that color and texture make for a fun and eye catching shoot! If you need some ideas, check out ZozoBugBaby! She has some fantastic outfits for your little girl that she will love to wear for your next shoot!
You are what you wear…good read! {Sierra Vista, AZ Portrait Photographer}
You are what you wear.
A little cliché? Perhaps. But when it comes to portrait photography, clothing plays a huge role in the finished product.
First of all, let’s be clear what you’re clothing does NOT need to be:
Brand New
I’m down with your favorite ripped jeans, retro band T’s, and worn converse – as long as you know how to rock them in your own fabulous style.
Fancy-Schmancy and Uber-Expensive
Unless it’s your thing (If it’s really your thing, then by all means, bring on the bling). If you’re not normally a dress-up kind of person, don’t feel like you have to be one for your session.
Matching
No need to focus on matching everything from the color of your fuchsia headbands to the stripes in your socks. In fact, I beg of you, please, please don’t. If you’re heart is set on everyone in white button downs and khaki pants, I’m probably not your girl.
Stressful
No need to worry about each and every item, or fret about the suitability of each accessory. This is supposed to be fun. If you’re unsure – call me, and together, we’ll make sure you look fabulous. I promise.
I want you to be happy, thrilled, over the moon about your images, and I know that this is much more likely if we take the time and work together to help you choose clothing that fits these few simple rules:
Feels Good.
During your shoot you could be sitting in a pile on the grass having a tickle battle, rolling down a hill with your fiancé, throwing your kiddos in the air or climbing a tree. Wear clothing that lets you do all that (and more) comfortably.
As for the kids? Well…uncomfortable kids have a tendency to look…uncomfortable, and are often cranky to boot. Happy kids make for happy pictures.
Bottom Line: Don’t choose outfits that make any of you feel constrained, stiff, itchy, scratchy, like you’re dressed up for Halloween, or that leave you with a nagging worry that a button might pop if you bend the wrong way. Trust me.
Looks Good.
This can be tricky, looking good is totally subjective – right? If you’re not a fashionista in real life, you might want to pull in some extra help from a straight-talking friend or your trusty photographer (that would be me) who knows about such things and has plans in place to help.
Sometimes last year’s of-the-moment dress has already become hopelessly untrendy. Sometimes the current fashions just don’t look or feel like you. Sometimes outfits that look good in the mirror might not be ideally suited for photography.
Bottom Line: If you don’t feel fabulous-fierce-take-on-the-world gorgeous in your outfit, you’re not going to love, love, love the end result – and I’m all about you love, love, loving the end result.
Makes Sense.
Here’s where we pull it all together. It’s not just enough that everyone look good and feel good – you’ve gotta look and feel good together AND the outfits should fit with your location and the desired mood for your portraits.
Glup. That seems like a lot, doesn’t it? (quick – revisit #4 in the top list, and remember, don’t stress).
Before you even begin figuring out your wardrobe, we’ll have an in depth consultation to narrow down what you really want for your pictures, choose the perfect location and make sure you have an understanding about how that all comes together in the finished photograph. I’m with you every step of the way.
Bottom Line: It’s easier than it seems. Think twice about having Emma in a lace prom dress if you can’t get Tommy out of his spider man cape and favorite Star Wars pajama top. If we’re going to be running around in a park, you’ll likely not decide to wear your starched Sunday best. Hate the way stripes and plaids look together but Dad has his favorite stripped polo ready to go? Best steer mom away from her beloved family tartan. Easy-Peasy. [unless Mom is really attached to that tartan, but we’ll cross that bridge when we come to it).
~~~
If you’re still not certain, and you can’t decide between the yellow wrap dress with your red heels or your dark skinny jeans and purple belted shirt – I’ve got good news. You don’t have to decide. Bring lots of options. Heck – throw your whole wardrobe into the back of the car. When we get to the session we’ll wing it all with fabulous results. Trust me.
Now take a deep breath. Close your eyes. Imagine how blow-everyone-away-fabulous-ready-for-America’s-Next-Top-Model you’re all going to look in those pictures….
Can you see it yet? I totally can. WOW! You look INCREDIBLE!
I can’t wait for your session.
A little cliché? Perhaps. But when it comes to portrait photography, clothing plays a huge role in the finished product.
First of all, let’s be clear what you’re clothing does NOT need to be:
Brand New
I’m down with your favorite ripped jeans, retro band T’s, and worn converse – as long as you know how to rock them in your own fabulous style.
Fancy-Schmancy and Uber-Expensive
Unless it’s your thing (If it’s really your thing, then by all means, bring on the bling). If you’re not normally a dress-up kind of person, don’t feel like you have to be one for your session.
Matching
No need to focus on matching everything from the color of your fuchsia headbands to the stripes in your socks. In fact, I beg of you, please, please don’t. If you’re heart is set on everyone in white button downs and khaki pants, I’m probably not your girl.
Stressful
No need to worry about each and every item, or fret about the suitability of each accessory. This is supposed to be fun. If you’re unsure – call me, and together, we’ll make sure you look fabulous. I promise.
I want you to be happy, thrilled, over the moon about your images, and I know that this is much more likely if we take the time and work together to help you choose clothing that fits these few simple rules:
Feels Good.
During your shoot you could be sitting in a pile on the grass having a tickle battle, rolling down a hill with your fiancé, throwing your kiddos in the air or climbing a tree. Wear clothing that lets you do all that (and more) comfortably.
As for the kids? Well…uncomfortable kids have a tendency to look…uncomfortable, and are often cranky to boot. Happy kids make for happy pictures.
Bottom Line: Don’t choose outfits that make any of you feel constrained, stiff, itchy, scratchy, like you’re dressed up for Halloween, or that leave you with a nagging worry that a button might pop if you bend the wrong way. Trust me.
Looks Good.
This can be tricky, looking good is totally subjective – right? If you’re not a fashionista in real life, you might want to pull in some extra help from a straight-talking friend or your trusty photographer (that would be me) who knows about such things and has plans in place to help.
Sometimes last year’s of-the-moment dress has already become hopelessly untrendy. Sometimes the current fashions just don’t look or feel like you. Sometimes outfits that look good in the mirror might not be ideally suited for photography.
Bottom Line: If you don’t feel fabulous-fierce-take-on-the-world gorgeous in your outfit, you’re not going to love, love, love the end result – and I’m all about you love, love, loving the end result.
Makes Sense.
Here’s where we pull it all together. It’s not just enough that everyone look good and feel good – you’ve gotta look and feel good together AND the outfits should fit with your location and the desired mood for your portraits.
Glup. That seems like a lot, doesn’t it? (quick – revisit #4 in the top list, and remember, don’t stress).
Before you even begin figuring out your wardrobe, we’ll have an in depth consultation to narrow down what you really want for your pictures, choose the perfect location and make sure you have an understanding about how that all comes together in the finished photograph. I’m with you every step of the way.
Bottom Line: It’s easier than it seems. Think twice about having Emma in a lace prom dress if you can’t get Tommy out of his spider man cape and favorite Star Wars pajama top. If we’re going to be running around in a park, you’ll likely not decide to wear your starched Sunday best. Hate the way stripes and plaids look together but Dad has his favorite stripped polo ready to go? Best steer mom away from her beloved family tartan. Easy-Peasy. [unless Mom is really attached to that tartan, but we’ll cross that bridge when we come to it).
~~~
If you’re still not certain, and you can’t decide between the yellow wrap dress with your red heels or your dark skinny jeans and purple belted shirt – I’ve got good news. You don’t have to decide. Bring lots of options. Heck – throw your whole wardrobe into the back of the car. When we get to the session we’ll wing it all with fabulous results. Trust me.
Now take a deep breath. Close your eyes. Imagine how blow-everyone-away-fabulous-ready-for-America’s-Next-Top-Model you’re all going to look in those pictures….
Can you see it yet? I totally can. WOW! You look INCREDIBLE!
I can’t wait for your session.
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