Archive for 'Photography'
He makes her laugh, she makes him forget there is anyone else in the world 
Saturday evening I found myself sitting outside my favorite coffee shop in Fredericksburg, sipping on a tall skinny latte… wondering if the rain that had been threatening all day was going to throw a wrench into my shoot with Miss Tessa. After several glances at the sky, I decided she was right, rain or shine, today we would shoot… deep breath, smile, I love my job. Tessa breazed into my life with a shy smile, and a stunning demeanor, right on time (a girl after my own heart). I was so happy we got to shoot together before I left for the west coast. She could not have been more of a joy to work with.
Sometimes, people just fit… yes personality wise, temperament wise, and on so many various levels. BUT, from day one, Michelle and Steve have fit in my head on a completely visual, and yes somewhat selfish level (teehee good photos make me giddy). That kind of, “yes, this is going to look RIGHT and GOOD thing”, that every photographer has felt at once moment or another. It makes me smile on the inside. So looking forward to shooting their Stafford, VA wedding this fall!
In the few months I’ve been here in Northern Virginia, Nicole of Nicole Benitez Photography has become a close and well loved friend and talk-shop buddy.
I must admit at first glance, I was a little intimidated, Nicole is nothing short of stunning, with her dark brown hair, bright intelligent eyes and tall model like frame. What can I say? Sometimes pretty people can be intimidating! With a huge smile and the quick admission “I’m a hugger”, (followed by a gianormous hug… of course), I got over my slight awkwardness… we became fast friends, bonding over coffee, and a constant stream of information, ideas and inspiration.
Sadly (for me), Nicole is relocating to Southern California shortly, her original home. After 20+ years of service for the Marine Corp, her wonderful hubby Eric is retiring. Luckily, I had the opportunity to shoot some family photos this past weekend around Woodbridge/Stafford. Talk about a family that is full of life! Yes, count again, that is five kiddos this family has been blessed with 
Happy Easter everyone! Here’s a sneak peek of a fun family shoot I did on Friday. Enjoy!
Today, I was productive, I promise I was! After various business related, not so fun things, I started on a project that is near and dear to my heart… a color set of mounted storyboards for my dad, who’s 61st birthday is arriving right on time the third of March. An early and very Happy Birthday to you Dad. Thanks to him, I love nature, I love horses, I love water, I love everything Oregon, and will babble on about my hometown and home state with very little provocation. The storyboards are a series of photos I took last summer at his house and around the valley… in Oregon, of course.
*Preview*
