Everlasting Love

I thought I'd share a shoot I did last weekend with my parents. My parents have been married for 55 amazing years. They have 3 children and 3 grand-children. They inspire me to be the best spouse possible, they have taught me that is takes hard work, patience, and communication to make it work.

I took the time this morning to read some authors, poets, and philosophers intimate thoughts on the subject of Love....here are a few of my favorite:

Once in awhile, right in the middle of an ordinary life, love gives us a fairy tale. -author unknown

When you realize you want to spend the rest of your life with somebody, you want the rest of your life to start right then - author unknown

A happy marriage is a long converstaion which always seems too short. - Mauroios

Many years ago when I was engaged I was in the hair salon flipping though a magazine when I came across this poem. I wrote it down and have kept it all these years, It inspired and comforted me, so today I will share it with you.

What is Love?

Whatis Love?

What can it be?

It's not the romance

You see on T.V...

Love is everyday problems

Being shared by two...

A leaky faucet,

A bill overdue...

A crying baby,

A car that won't run

A delayed special dinner,

With the roast overdone...

A missed appointment

A loss in pay...

Those little setbacks

We face everyday...

Yes love is not something

That money can bring...

It's knowing that together

We can face anything.

-Joanne Barnes

Once last thing I have to offer for this Valentine holiday, if you know anyone who has been married for over 50 years and would like to have their portraits made for a limited time I am offering a FREE portrait session. Please contact us for details (904)347-4018

Dog-gone Cute!

Over the weekend I took some time to spend with my family in Naples, FL. We spent one afternoon at the Seafood Festival in Everglades City, while there I encountered this little guy. He was just too cute to pass up with his little cap and shades I had to take his picture. I also had the opportunity to visit an art show and saw many images taken by Clyde Butcher who is a known for his black & white photography of the Florida Everglades.

YOUR CHILDS PORTRAIT COULD BE WORTH $5000

Contest starts February 1st and will run through June 21st. All portrait session during this time period may enter. Categories will include Black & White/Sepia, Special Needs, and Humorous. Judging will done by a panel of esteemed photographers, first, second, and third places will be awarded as well as two honorable mentions - for each category! The Grand Prize winner will be awarded $5000! So if you think your child is the cutest call us today at (904)347-4018!

Love Bug - Valentine's Day Special

Offer Ends January 31, 2007 - Limited Sessions Available, so call right away (904)347-4018

Oh la la...Look what's new!

A Little Boy & His Bear

This is Jacob and I have been photographing him since he was 1 week old! This past summer his family moved back to Texas where his Mommy was originally from and we miss them very much. They came back for a quick visit over the holiday's and I was able to get a few new shots of this adorable little boy. And boy did he grow....so much in such a short amount of time! Jacob really was not in to having his picture made that day but we still were able to get quite a few great shots. All these shots have an antique effect, which I think gives these images such a timeless look. A little boy & his bear. How sweet. I know he will be even bigger the next time I see him as he is quickly leaving the baby stages and becoming a little boy.

Imaging USA

I just returned from Imaging USA which is one of the largest photography trade shows. It had over 600 vendors and about 150,000 sq ft of show space. Photographers from all over the world gathered to see new products, get inspired by the latest trends, purchase new equipment, and most importantly be educated by the industry leaders.
I attended classes by David Trust, JB & DeEtte Sallee, Jed & Vicki Taufer, Yervant, Ann Monteith, Sarah Petty, Tim & Bev Walden, Lori Nordstrom, Jeff & Julia Woods, Sandy Puc and many others. I have learned so much my head just may explode! But the good news is I am ready to put all that knowledge to work so look for new products to be rolling out soon as well as fresh new images!
I can't wait to get started!