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Monday, December 20, 2010

{Chakra Aveda Salon}

I can hear the drips of rain on the storm drain outside my bedroom window. The rain has been non-stop all weekend. Therefore, I thought I'd post something that always brings a smile to my face!
Getting my hair did (yes I said did:))! We often go to Palm Desert to visit my husbands and now my family, while we are there I almost always get a new hairdo. Parker's mom is a master stylist and she owns a fantastic Aveda Salon in Rancho Mirage. Check them out http://chakrahairstudio.com.
She asked me to take a few pics when I was there, so with hair dye covering up my grey I embarked on a journey around this beautiful Salon. This is my first time taking pics for a commercial way. Hopefully you like them:)!





















Happy Monday!


Thursday, December 16, 2010

{2010 favorite photos} Part 1

2010 has been a wonderfully delightful year! A whirl wind chalk full of meeting new people, and these are a few of our favorite images from the past year. It was really really hard to narrow down because all of our clients & friends have been quite frankly, amazing!! So here we go...these are in no particular order and we still have a few tricks up our sleeve before the year is over (like how that rhymed, the christmas music is taking over...)! Enjoy!
Shot with an 85 1.2 at a 2.0, straight out of the camera. No processing was done on this image, although, it was shot at sunset for the golden effect. I love natural light!
This is baby Faith. She is 4 days old and I just wanted to take photos of her all day!
Shot with a 50 1.4 and desaturated for the vintage look. 
I love love! Missy and Zane are the coolest couple...how cool are the sunglasses! 
Shot with a 24 1.4, this is one of my favorite lenses because of it's versatility.
Joy Joy and Justin decided to take photos "Just because"! They were a joy to shoot, no pun intended:)!
Shot with a 50 1.4, this is my go to lens for portraits.
This photo is personal for me, it is my niece's dedication. She loves kisses!
Shot with a 50 1.4. To get the bokeh effect in the background place your subject close to you with a wider aperture and ensure the background is far away. It's that simple :).
I adore this image! Mom and Dad's wedding ring placed on their sweet little blessings toesies...
Shot with an 85 1.2. 
Believe it or not this little newborn is 5 days old and wide awake! She was so observant and wanted to be involved in all the happenings:). 
Shot with a 50 1.8, not my favorite lens. It is too slow to focus for me:). 
The texture of this wall transports me to Greece or somewhere ancient...oh how I want to go! 
Shot with a 50 1.4 at 4.0.
How can you not smile when you see this cutie?
I was testing out grain in Lightroom for a film effect...
The momma was actually swinging her up and down, she looooooved it! 
Shot with a 50 1.4 at 2.0.  
What a handsome little guy!
I love little hands and toes, he is so enamored with his momma in this photo. 
Shot with a 50 1.4. 
My hubby took this fabulous photo...it is one of my all time favorites! Bubbles are the best!
This image is straight out of the camera, no editing only about 10% sharpening. 
Shot with a 1.4.
I think this is an intimate and sweet moment... 
Shot with a 85 1.8.
Just happened to see this adorable face staring at my hubby, so I had to snap a photo...spontaneity is one of the reasons photography is so wonderful!
Shot with a 50 1.4 
What can I say? My Miss B is my muse:).
This was shot with a 85 1.2, the bokeh is like butter!

There are more images to come and if you have any questions about technical stuff, leave a comment and I'll be sure to get back to you:). 
Happy Thursday! 

Wednesday, December 15, 2010

{Free giveaway from Paper Cup Design & Brooklyn Bride}

title,Paper-+-Craft.jpgI love Brooklyn Bride & Paper Cup Design, they have teamed up to give away this super crafty new book. If you love crafts or creativity this book is for you. All you have to do is leave a comment here.  The winner will be announced Monday!
Happy Wednesday to you all!!!

Monday, December 13, 2010

{My first Concert}

I hope you had a groovy weekend :). I sure did! Parker and I went to my first big concert. I have been to lots of small venue shows, but nothing larger than a few hundred people. WOW was I impressed!
 Thousands of people + awesome bands = a great time. 
The feeling of the bass on my knee caps as I stood at the back of the arena was intense, watching a guy get a free Mohawk while looking petrified was hilarious, and seeing people rock out with no regard for anyone else was priceless. I have concluded that there is nothing like live music!
Music in general is, well, pretty awesome. It can bring you to tears, bring you a renewed energy when you need to clean your bedroom (which I need right now), and capture a moment in time. Now when I hear these songs they'll have a whole new meaning because I was THERE. The most important thing to remember is to always dance like nobody is watching! 


Happy Monday!

Friday, December 10, 2010

Give or Get Part #3

{Foglio Press}
Hugs and Kisses Notes
xoxo to you Foglio Press !

{Paloma's Nest}
Custom gilded ornament with 18k gold or silver edges.  Create your own text or include your favorite phrase.
You may know Paloma's Nest for their ceramic art for weddings,
 but they also make ornaments, garland, and personalized keepsakes that you will cherish always!!

{Dean & Deluca}
Cheese of the Month
This is for all the cheese lovers out there...(hubby) and Dean & Deluca who offer a cheese of the month! Found  this fantastic idea via Oh Joy!
 Happy Friday and enjoy your weekend! I'll be shopping for lots of goodies!

Thursday, December 9, 2010

{Christmas cards}

If you've been stuck trying to figure out what Christmas cards to send, fret no more.
tank and tink is still offering fantabulous, (yes I combined fantastic and fabulous because they are that good) Christmas card designs.

Happy Thursday!

{Give or Get Part #2}

Gift giving is wonderful fun and here are some of my favorites...

{Chellis Wilson}
I adore these scarves...they are silk scarves printed with gorgeous photos of the sky.
Find them at Chellis Wilson.com. How great  to wear the sky! Breathtaking!
Found via the lovely blog a cup of jo.

{Dolce Mia}
DOLCE MIA Crayon Roll Up
I love crayons...and when my niece can draw I will paint the moon with crayons if she wants.
A pretty crayon case...brilliant! Find it at Dolce Mia on Etsy.

{Tank & Tink}
happy- 8x10 print
I adore this print from tank & tink on Etsy. The owner is a good friend & has a fantastic selection of prints for all the loved ones in your life!

{Loyal Luxe}
Loyal luxe offers many great gift ideas and this is one I found via Design Sponge.

And I can't forget the dessert...
{Pink Berry}
Pinkberry Frozen Yogurt Coconut
Happy Thursday!!


Wednesday, December 8, 2010

{Give or Get Part #1}

Buy a hat change a life...
is an opportunity to participate in http://krochetkids.org/ a nonprofit organization who makes knit hats...
I love this idea and the hats are handmade and gorgeous! 

Check out the entire article here at Nordstrom.com.
 
Happy Wednesday!