Favorite Model: Part II

Another image processed with the NikSoftware. I am really digging this plug-in, it is easy to use and because it duplicates each layer with a mask it is easy to edit select portions of the image. And of course the beautiful child doesn't hurt!

The fun of Photoshop

I downloaded a trial version of Color Efex Pro 3.0 from NikSoftware. This is an awesome photoshop plugin that includes 52 filters and over 250 effects, you can perform high quality retouching, color correction, and endless creative enhancements to your photographs. Visit the website to see samples and download. I used several of the filters on this image and really like what I ended up with.

Vibe: Go there

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Courtney and Spencer

I was offered the chance to assist in shooting a wedding last weekend. I did not have a wedding of my own (Justice of the Peace for me-during lunch break from work!), so it is always an awesome time to be able to experience the joy and emotion of that day, I think I may have teared up at some point (just don't tell anyone). Courtney was the calmest, most relaxed bride I have seen. The thunder and rain that began during their outside ceremony seemed to not even faze her. Plan B was initiated without fuss and everyone moved inside for the remaining of the ceremony. Courtney was a gorgeous bride and I wish the best to her and Spencer (and Dayeton too!).


Friends and family crafted many of the decorations and details in the wedding. Courtney's shoes were ballet slippers, hand decorated by her Mother.

When I first arrived, the air was warm, the sky was blue, and there was not a cloud to be seen...

As the time for the ceremony approached, the sky filled with dark clouds, the temperature dropped, and the wind began to whip. Thunder and lighting soon followed...

The shower ended quickly and led to a beautiful sunset.

More details...

The Father/Daughter Dance

My Favorite Model

I may be a little biased, since I'm his Mom, but you have to admit he is pretty cute! I hope everyone is having a great 2008!

For Katie...

Keelie is just gorgeous! Let me know which you prefer...

This week's Sneak Peeks

Gunnar was a little over two weeks old and was very alert and strong! I was afraid he was going to roll right off the ottoman, his big sister Kersten volunteered to put on her red dress for pictures too. She was a delight and very helpful to her Mom .