Another Wedding Detail...

Wow, Blogger has been super slooooow this week, anyone else notice this? I know I recently did a Wedding Details post but then I ran across this at a wedding last week and wanted to include it. I haven't seen one of these on a cake in ages!

Studio Portrait...

Dr. Marnie Loomis, in the studio last week for a portrait session. Images to be used for her website, brochure and speaking engagements.

Glass Art...

Two glass artists in the studio last week. I love shooting glass with it's abundance of reflections and highlights. I'll be experimenting with the necklace again this week, a technique I learned from a screen saver photo! You never know where your next inspiration may come from!

First First Day of School...

Well, today is a big day for us around here, the very first, first day of school for Miss B! Lots of excitement having breakfast and getting ready and a "two-thumbs-up" attitude for the day to come. The 55th Drive Army set off on a beautiful morning and a little trepidation kicked in when it was time to say goodbyes. I'm sure every parent knows how special and stressful this morning can be, but the whole family did their part and it was great! Whew, Bloody Marys anyone?

New Toys...

So, I had a chance to work with some brand new equipment today. Matt Wilson of Brightstar Consulting needed some dramatic portraits of himself for his website and marketing materials and I thought it would be a perfect opportunity to experiment. Personally, it's been a huge year of transition for me. I can't deny that it feels totally different in terms of positive growth. I am in the process of getting rid of a ton of old equipment I no longer use, upgrading my existing travel & studio kit and learning new technologies. For this shot I used just three little Speedlites, four Pocket Wizards, some blue and orange gels, and a homemade cardboard snoot. When I think of all the gear I'd use in the past to get this very same shot and how easy and fun this setup was, I'm amazed at how important it is to continually push yourself to learn new ways of doing things!

Last Camp of the Summer...

The last camping trip of the summer is always bittersweet but was a great time with the family. We managed to get our favorite top-secret spot along the McKenzie River which afforded great river views of rafters and wildlife, such as this little visitor to our kitchen. I had to leave camp to shoot a wedding on Saturday so we didn't do any rafting or kayaking, but the weather was great, and the time spent in nature was sublime!