New Photo Locations

In anticipation of a busy spring, summer and fall, John and I are using this winter to find some cool new locations for our 2009 senior sessions. I like areas that are grungy and have an urban feel. But there are so many "wide open spaces" rural shots that beg to be taken.

It's amazing what your eyes see when you drive different roads as opposed to the ones you normally take.

John stood in as my model. He is always cold. So, I had to be on my game and get the shots as quickly as possible. "It's cold out here," he would gently say when I took too long. Thanks for being a good sport and for forsaking your Sunday nap to help me.

Here are some of my favorite shots.

Bridal Expo 2009

I can't believe we are getting ready for our second bridal expo! It seems like it was only yesterday when we were running around tyring to figure out what we were going to do for last years event. This year the Bridal Expo will be held at the Kirksville Art Association building instead of Silver Rails Center.

We already have four weddings booked for 2009 and there are only so many weekends in the spring, summer, and fall. So, book us NOW to ensure you have us to document your special day. We'll be sure to have contracts available for you to sign right then and there.

See you soon!

May Dance

My friend, Brian, was the emcee for an event at Kirksville Regional Center. The center is a place for adults and children with special needs. They asked him to come to their May Dance and celebrate spring with the residents. He decided to get me involved, too. He volunteered me to be the official photographer for the event.

I'm so glad he did. I was brought to tears more than once while photographing the residents dancing and laughing. They were so grateful to have me there. Many just came up and gave me a hug for no reason. Their love was overwhelming.

On the way home, I couldn't stop crying. I was just so moved by their love of life and their joy.