So yesterday my lovely husband turned 34 and though we're not doing the celebrating until next weekend, I decided to do the best I could :) Here are some pictures from his day, enjoy!
Shots of some Parasurfers @ Cocoa Beach
Shots of some Parasurfers @ Cocoa Beach
Getting out of the house!
I'm not quite completely over being sick, but I will tell you I'd had enough of being stuck in the house! Antibiotics in tow and the Family and I were on our way to the Scottish highland games! While we enjoyed ourselves, I'm not sure if we'll go back again next year.
Here is how part of our day went:
First we watched a Highlands Pipe Band compete, it was pretty awesome.
Then we got a sausage roll and kettle corn, yuumy. Then we ventured over to watch big husky hurly men throw logs. Here this guy is balancing the log and will then crawl down with his hands to pick up the bottom and then finally throw it. See next image.
How many photographers can you spot in this picture? how many of them are photographing his butt? Yep, one.
Then, because I just couldn't get a good couple shot of my husband and I with the Florida sun blazin! I took one of our shoes... mmmm love... who doesn't love a roo and a NB love story?
And this is my daughter with too much energy. Does the expression say it all or what?
Well if it didn't, this one did!
After we played a little in the play ground, which has amazing slides by the way, we bought not one but TWO bow and arrow sets for her and stepdad to play with in the back yard. The weather was hot and sticky, we walked for ages to burn off that sausage roll and kettle corn and then ended the evening with some great food, a slip on a wet floor and a family friendly movie. I'd say this was one of the best family outings of 2008 we've had. PS, she's OUT like a LIGHT!
Have a great family day with your family as well :)
I'm not quite completely over being sick, but I will tell you I'd had enough of being stuck in the house! Antibiotics in tow and the Family and I were on our way to the Scottish highland games! While we enjoyed ourselves, I'm not sure if we'll go back again next year.
Here is how part of our day went:
First we watched a Highlands Pipe Band compete, it was pretty awesome.
Then we got a sausage roll and kettle corn, yuumy. Then we ventured over to watch big husky hurly men throw logs. Here this guy is balancing the log and will then crawl down with his hands to pick up the bottom and then finally throw it. See next image.
How many photographers can you spot in this picture? how many of them are photographing his butt? Yep, one.
Then, because I just couldn't get a good couple shot of my husband and I with the Florida sun blazin! I took one of our shoes... mmmm love... who doesn't love a roo and a NB love story?
And this is my daughter with too much energy. Does the expression say it all or what?
Well if it didn't, this one did!
After we played a little in the play ground, which has amazing slides by the way, we bought not one but TWO bow and arrow sets for her and stepdad to play with in the back yard. The weather was hot and sticky, we walked for ages to burn off that sausage roll and kettle corn and then ended the evening with some great food, a slip on a wet floor and a family friendly movie. I'd say this was one of the best family outings of 2008 we've had. PS, she's OUT like a LIGHT!
Have a great family day with your family as well :)
One of my goals this year was to take my camera with me wherever I traveled, even to the store for milk. Since you never know when a good opportunity shows itself, it is better to be prepared. And if today wasn't the day to forget it. Rather, I got rushed and just flat out forgot! We drove to Orlando to a birthday party of an old neighbor, and it was a bittersweet gathering as we just don't see each other enough anymore and we probably won't see very much still - even with our best efforts! But of all days to forget my camera??? Geez! So, better bring-my-camera-everywhere workflow needs to happen! I also need to get better organized so I know what's what!
But you know sometimes life just takes over and we can't do a darned thing about it except smile. My daughter, my beautiful 9year old monkey, put it plain and simple, "It's ok to make mistakes mommie" and I was just enammored. I replied, "you're right darlin, as long as you learn from them". So now that I've said it and officially blogged it, I've got to learn from this mistake and move on!
Speaking of moving, look at this fab news about a husband-wife photography team in my area, I am completely stoked it is almost too much!! They've been featured in our regions edition of The Knot! So super cool! I don't know them personally, but hey we're all under the sun! So cool you guys! Go check out their blog posting here all about it! http://cptphotography.wordpress.com
But you know sometimes life just takes over and we can't do a darned thing about it except smile. My daughter, my beautiful 9year old monkey, put it plain and simple, "It's ok to make mistakes mommie" and I was just enammored. I replied, "you're right darlin, as long as you learn from them". So now that I've said it and officially blogged it, I've got to learn from this mistake and move on!
Speaking of moving, look at this fab news about a husband-wife photography team in my area, I am completely stoked it is almost too much!! They've been featured in our regions edition of The Knot! So super cool! I don't know them personally, but hey we're all under the sun! So cool you guys! Go check out their blog posting here all about it! http://cptphotography.wordpress.com
New trends in wedding photography have taken over the last couple of years, one of them is Wedding Photojournalism.
This type of photography allows the photographer complete freedom and artistic creativity. Long gone are the days of traditional poses and romantic glances, it is now all about life and experiences. Capturing everything with emotion and what the bride and groom may never see because they are too busy either being in the moment or getting ready.
I've been to several weddings in my life and will be attending another one this fall. I have to tell you I have never experienced this type of wedding photography before. I'm almost tempted to ask a few former bride friends of mine to don their dresses again for an even cooler trend: Trash the Dress.
Apparently, this new wave has turned wedding photography into a fun adventure for both the bride and the photographer. Now the rules have really been thrown out. Personally what I think is so cool about this is the fact that you aren't doing anything for show, and by that I mean you aren't getting ready for a wedding or reception and so you aren't worried about your hair getting messy or wearing the right makeup, those worries have gone away and are a thing of the past.
What does happen in these Trash the Dress sessions are brides are able to be free. If they ever wanted to be a fashion model or artistic or just simply have fun and not be so nervous, this is their chance.
How ever it seems that brides don't have to be too worried about really trashing their dresses. 1. Not many brides are wearing hand me down dresses and 2. Dresses can be dry cleaned and preserved after the session!
I'd love to try a trash the dress session! Would you? Check out these areas for what one is like, and if you are interested, gimme a holla and let's go have some fun - oh an my session fees still apply, there are none!
www.trashthedress.com
Paul Johnson Photography
Scarlett Lillian Photo Journal: Debbine: A glamorous bride
Maloman Photographers
This type of photography allows the photographer complete freedom and artistic creativity. Long gone are the days of traditional poses and romantic glances, it is now all about life and experiences. Capturing everything with emotion and what the bride and groom may never see because they are too busy either being in the moment or getting ready.
I've been to several weddings in my life and will be attending another one this fall. I have to tell you I have never experienced this type of wedding photography before. I'm almost tempted to ask a few former bride friends of mine to don their dresses again for an even cooler trend: Trash the Dress.
Apparently, this new wave has turned wedding photography into a fun adventure for both the bride and the photographer. Now the rules have really been thrown out. Personally what I think is so cool about this is the fact that you aren't doing anything for show, and by that I mean you aren't getting ready for a wedding or reception and so you aren't worried about your hair getting messy or wearing the right makeup, those worries have gone away and are a thing of the past.
What does happen in these Trash the Dress sessions are brides are able to be free. If they ever wanted to be a fashion model or artistic or just simply have fun and not be so nervous, this is their chance.
How ever it seems that brides don't have to be too worried about really trashing their dresses. 1. Not many brides are wearing hand me down dresses and 2. Dresses can be dry cleaned and preserved after the session!
I'd love to try a trash the dress session! Would you? Check out these areas for what one is like, and if you are interested, gimme a holla and let's go have some fun - oh an my session fees still apply, there are none!
www.trashthedress.com
Paul Johnson Photography
Scarlett Lillian Photo Journal: Debbine: A glamorous bride
Maloman Photographers
My favorite thing, well I should say one of my favorite things about shooting in digital is the fact that you have so many facets of creativity that you can virtually shoot and play. Really for a photographer it is 3 steps, point, shoot, play or maybe it's play, point, shoot, play some more. I like to play when I am photographing someone or a couple. For this little girl, it was her special day. She played recorder for a group of very patient children at the library, and she was fantastic!
This is a picture of a very sweet elf and one of Santa's favorites!
This is a picture of a very sweet elf and one of Santa's favorites!
But definitely not a heart breaker.
I wanted to share a photo with you I digitally manipulated. I actually hate that word, "manipulate", but until I think of a better one I think it will have to do.
This is from a theme of images called "Urban, Experiential, Ethereal" this one is Urban Industrialization and was given as gifts to my family. My mom had it framed, and let me tell you it looks awesome. Each family member recieved a 36" x 24" poster. I too thought this was really huge, but it did not look right smaller it had to be this big or bigger. I haven't had mine framed yet, but after seeing how nicely it looked in a black minimalistic frame, it made me want to hurry up and do it!
enjoy.
I wanted to share a photo with you I digitally manipulated. I actually hate that word, "manipulate", but until I think of a better one I think it will have to do.
This is from a theme of images called "Urban, Experiential, Ethereal" this one is Urban Industrialization and was given as gifts to my family. My mom had it framed, and let me tell you it looks awesome. Each family member recieved a 36" x 24" poster. I too thought this was really huge, but it did not look right smaller it had to be this big or bigger. I haven't had mine framed yet, but after seeing how nicely it looked in a black minimalistic frame, it made me want to hurry up and do it!
enjoy.
I was invited by my mom who works in the children's department at our local library to take more shots of one of their monthly rituals, animated story telling - which unfortunately will be ending soon do to developer take-overs.
Collage was made courtesy of Big Huge Labs.
I love manipulating images. I love it, I can't get enough of it! Ever since I found MS Paint years and years and years... uh... too many years to mention - I have been hooked. I am now up to Adobe Creative Suite 3 and am by no means an expert. I learn something new everyday!
I am inspired by people daily and one of my favorite photographers is Jesh de Rox and he is a master at Experiential and unique imaging of his photographs. While mine are far and away from his, I love working toward a commonality. It is very urban, hip, and commercial; looks like an advertisement or a fashion spread. Love it. Wouldn't that be great, fashion? Have to get my studio first!
So take a look at these fab creations!
The first image is the original picture taken from the pool deck of the Hampton Inn in St. Pete, FL.
The second image has a fresh look and brighter colors! Also the building is darker and stands out in contrast to the now very blue sky.
The final image has been manipulated even more to give it a more surreal atmosphere and contrast. There has been some major changes and since I wanted to give it a more retro look I even put in some textures.
I love photography, it opens so many doors to unexpected wonderment and surprise. Each time I open an image I am amazed at my new creation! Well, I'm off to get more inspiration!
I am inspired by people daily and one of my favorite photographers is Jesh de Rox and he is a master at Experiential and unique imaging of his photographs. While mine are far and away from his, I love working toward a commonality. It is very urban, hip, and commercial; looks like an advertisement or a fashion spread. Love it. Wouldn't that be great, fashion? Have to get my studio first!
So take a look at these fab creations!
The first image is the original picture taken from the pool deck of the Hampton Inn in St. Pete, FL.
The second image has a fresh look and brighter colors! Also the building is darker and stands out in contrast to the now very blue sky.
The final image has been manipulated even more to give it a more surreal atmosphere and contrast. There has been some major changes and since I wanted to give it a more retro look I even put in some textures.
I love photography, it opens so many doors to unexpected wonderment and surprise. Each time I open an image I am amazed at my new creation! Well, I'm off to get more inspiration!
