South Florida Workshops - Digital Days Photography Workshop

I was able to attend the Digital Day Photography Workshop in Miami on May 15 & 16, presented by Sony and Popular Photography Magazine. It was awesome! This is the first time in a long time that I have been in a classroom setting and really interested in what was being discussed. I learned so much...mainly that I have a lot of practice to do. I can't wait to attend another one soon. If anyone knows of any good workshops in South Florida, let me know! Here are some shots from the day:

South Florida Newborn Photography - Sweet Baby "B"

I was honored when my neighbors asked me to photograph their newborn and newly adopted Baby "B". She is absolutely precious and was such a trooper during our shoot. You can tell that there is already such a special bond between mommy and baby and it a pleasure to be a small part of this special time in their lives. Congrats "B" Family on your new addition! P.S. I do plan on taking you up on your offer to barrow BOTH of your children as models in the future! :)

 

My favorite of the day...She really does look like a little Angel!

South Florida Children's Photography - My Boys

Here are some shots of my precious little boys, Hayden & Colton.

South Florida Family Photography - My Happy Place

Key Largo is one of my favorite places in the world and you will see it featured often in this blog. It is one place where I can go and honestly relax and feel like myself. I recently had the pleasure of taking my family for the first time. It was so exciting to share a little bit of my world with them. Here are a few shots of Key Largo and a few of my cousins, Morgan and Dylan who were Adel, GA and are too precious not to include!

The Beginning

Here goes nothing! I decided about a year ago that I wanted to be a professional photographer. Actually, it was more like a need! I have always been "artsy". I get that from my father, who is a brilliant artist (I really don't think he knows how good he is). I used to paint and sketch a good bit, but since having children, my creative focus has drifted towards photography. I found myself analyzing photos of my boys and really wanting them to be better. So for the past year, I have been on a mission to learn and practice as much as possible. Lucky for me, I have two of the most beautiful models on the planet. Needless to say, I have a photo from nearly every day of my boys lives. I know it drives them CRAZY, but it is special for me and I know one day they will appreciate it. My mother used to force my brother and I to sit through endless photo sessions at every holiday or vacation...It was pure torture at the time. But know, I have documented memories that I otherwise would not have.



I really wanted to put off setting up a blog or website until I was sure I would be a success, but things are moving a bit quicker than expected. I have been asked by many friends and family to do portraits or photograph special occasions over the past few months, with many more sessions already scheduled for the future. I get such joy and excitement from doing this and really don't look at it as a job. I really enjoy every aspect of it and get as much, if not more, out of it as the people I am photographing. This IS a very new adventure for me and I can assure you (my customers) that my desire to learn, and create, and get better will never go away. I am not accustomed to mediocracy, so you can be assured that you will always get my absolute best!

My Inspiration!

Tallahassee Engagement Photography - Beautiful Day, Beautiful Couple

Ray and Mary are GREAT friends of ours. They are getting married in October, and I was honored when they asked me to do some Engagement photos to use for their special day. I had a blast and can't wait for the big party (and you know it will be)! Congrats you two...we love you!