A change of plans

So I am no longer doing photography as a business (as of a year ago). Since we moved to Indianapolis it seemed a little overwhelming to get a new clientele while I was pregnant and settling in. I also decided it's not as much fun when there is pressure to produce something great. I like to do it for fun. I'm happy to do it for loved ones and even people I don't know so well, but I'm not in it for a business. I know I have talent and I plan to keep developing it and making it into something better, but I can do that without making money. It is an expensive hobby, yes, but for now that is what it is. That is how I gain joy from it. My camera feels like a friend to me. I get so excited to get to the computer and upload my new photos and see what I can work with. I am always jotting ideas down for poses, props or backgrounds. I like to look at things from the most flattering angle, even when I'm not looking through the lens. I will keep posting some of my favorite photos every now and again. Hope you still enjoy the blog.

Dockstaders

I love doing shoot for my friends and their families. Especially when it as laid back as this shoot was. We just did it at their house and everyone was comfortable. Sometimes familiar locations make the best settings. It is so fun to capture little moments and share them with someone you care about. These are of my good friend and her kids. You can't tell but she was expecting a baby boy at the time. Can't wait till I get back to Utah and can get some shots of him!

B's Wedding

What a wonderful night this was! I was thrilled to be able to be there for my best friend on her special day. I only wish I'd had more time with the happy couple to get some more shots, but it just wasn't in the schedule. Oh well. Here are a few of my favorites from the evening. Love you B!

Ballman Family

A fun shoot with two energetic little boys! This mom's hands (and heart) must be full. Cuties!

Hafen Family

Another super cute family. I love these kids! Mom had the great idea to bring big lollipops for the end of the photo session when nerves were running high and the kids were sick of posing and smiling. Genius! What a cute prop!

Conley Family Christmas Photos

My good friends and neighbors needed some photos for their Christmas cards. We chose the old Brigham Young home as the backdrop because it was so festive. What a fun family! Love these guys!

My Family 2009

I am usually the one behind the camera, but of course that means I am never in the pictures. So, when it was Christmas card time, a friend of mine helped me out and got a few family photos. You'll have to visit my family blog to see the family pictures though. Then, because the kids looked so darn cute that it just couldn't be wasted, I took them out for their own photo shoot. It's SO much more fun to take pictures than be in them!And my personal favorite, only because it is, to me, pure happiness.