My Marlene (and Family!)

What can I say about Marlene? "She's the best" just doesn't suffice. You know how there are a very few people you can just say anything to...without fear of judgement? That's Marlene. She gets me. I'm so lucky to have her and her beautiful family in my life. Now I just need her to come and visit!

My Rusty

These are some shots that I took in Montana. I'm finally getting around to posting them...I love every single one (and one million more that I didn't post!) I know I'm biased...but this girl has my heart...and I don't want it back.

Friendship

Shannon has been my friend for 11 years now. She was there when I first picked up a camera, and has ALWAYS supported this journey of mine. Some of the best photos I've ever taken (in my humble opinion), are of Shannon. She and her gorgeous daughter Julia came to visit us in D.C. On her last day, she was doing yoga in the yard and I NEEDED to take photos. Her body is INSANE...she has THREE kids, y'all. She is quirky and upbeat and perfectly imperfect. I strive to be more like her...she is the most positive person I know. Thank you Shannon, for your friendship. I love you...and Julia too!! What a beautiful soul you are raising!

The Birthday Boy and the Lucky Photographer

Social media can be such a blessing for photographers, especially when word of mouth is involved. I showed up at this house without knowing who I was going to meet and DAMN. LOOK at this kid. We shot his senior photos on his 18th birthday. It was HOT and muggy and I was disgusting by the end of it, but I am just IN LOVE with this session. His name is Matthew and he looks like James Dean, or a Kennedy...or some other gorgeous creature...and he was AMAZING to work with (sometimes senior boys can be a pain in the ass). I hope you all like the shoot, and you can pick your jaw up off of the floor now. (THANK YOU to everyone who recommended me on Facebook!!!)

What Is Your Favorite Animal?

Yesterday we braved the HEAT and went to the zoo. I can tell you...I am NOT a wildlife photographer. I lack patience (shocking). Shooting through the "glass" they have most of animals behind was also challenging...fingerprints and reflections are not my norm. BUT, I took one lens and tried to stay patient through the sweat and the whining. I swear I could watch the orangutans all day...I feel like they look into my soul. It was so hot, most of the animals were either inside or just or just splayed out trying to cool off. The squirrel at the end was the funniest. What is your favorite animal?