Wedding-Eli & Alyssa-Part 2

I will say it again......I can't tell you how much I LOVE it when couples are willing to spend just a little extra time for some "outside the box" photos on their wedding day. Alyssa and Eli were up for whatever we found. Fortunately they had a SWEET get-away car that came early enough for photos. And, of course, two of my favorite things.......weeds and a cornfield!









In keeping in line with the Old Hollywood theme, Eli and Alyssa made their own home movie in just that style.



I can't help it........I LOVE a photo booth!




Nothing like Daddy's words to melt a daughter's heart.......



A beautiful August day wedding comes to a finale. Much happiness to you both!!

Wedding-Eli & Alyssa-Part 1

From the moment I received the invitation in the mail to Eli & Alyssa's wedding, I knew it would be original. Actually, from the time I spoke with Alyssa on the phone, I had a feeling it would all click. The theme....old Hollywood. All the details made this into an extra special event for not only Alyssa and Eli, but all of us involved.







Where would old Hollywood be without red lipstick. One more extra special touch from Alyssa.













And just as a teaser for Part 2...........


Soon! Coming to a blog near you...........Part 2 of Eli and Alyssa's Wedding...Portraits and Reception.........

Senior Pictures- It's the Season

It is 2011 senior picture time. The yellow sun is in the blue sky and the fragrance of the coming fall is in the air.


I started thinking about all the great people and places photography brings into my life. One day I can be on a cattle farm, the next day be on a football field. One day I can be in the weeds, the next be in the creek, or sometimes both in the same day. And once in awhile, I fall in the creek (like last week). My foot and leg were quite the mess, but the camera was saved and although there was some pain involved, it was still quite funny! It just goes to show, I put my heart and soul into my work.

I encourage all the kids to show their personality. Climb a tree, throw a football, play your guitar, or just be goofy. Here's just a sample of this years awesome seniors.........


































And this one goes out to all the moms and dads that are there to support and help. We love our kids and that's just what we do.........

Personal-A "Switch it up" Day

In anticipation of a 2 wedding weekend, I thought I would schedule a "Switch it Up" Day. It is hard to say a "day off" because who wants to take a day off from doing what they love. So I thought I would call it something a little different. I knew I needed a little rest before this weekends back to back weddings (both, by the way, I am really looking forward to). I even thought I would take a break from working out today, even though I Love to do that also. I knew it would be a wonderful day when, on the way to high school, Jaz and her friend were willing to listen to MJ "Smooth Criminal". With the sunroof open, the windows down, and the air conditioner on, I cruised all the way back into town. A little later in the morning, a small storm blew in, just in time for my little nap. I turned on NexFlix and found a movie with Brittany Murphy about Ramen Noodles. Although it was cute, it led into my nap. After a short rest, the blue sky reappeared for the afternoon. Hmmmm......should I? Dare I? Yes, I think I will lay in the sun. So therein lies the answer to why the sunscreen is in the above picture. But while I was out there, I really needed some music and IceTea. I have to give a shout out to my new Skull Candy ear buds. I didn't want to look like Run DMC when I was working out, so I asked the guy at Best Buy and he suggested these. AWESOME! I have been listening to MJ for over 25 years (since I was 4...haha) and today I heard musical instruments in the background that I have never heard before! All in all, a pretty sweet "Switch it Up" Day :)