Parenthood Sat. July 31, 2010  |  my life I've been having some thoughts about parenthood lately. Maybe it's being married and I know that it's probably the next step, or maybe it's that many of my close friends have had kids this past year or two and watching them transform into parents has been a completely amazing experience, but it's... See the Full Post > 59 Appreciated Comments

Home Improvement: Dining Room Table (from fugly to not so bad!) Thu. July 29, 2010  |  my life If you've been following along, you'll know that I decided to take on the project of refinishing my hideous hand-me-down dining room set. Here's what you'll need for a project like this (reupholstering chairs and refinishing the table): At least six cans of really good quality high gloss spray... See the Full Post > 59 Appreciated Comments

A house project: From Fugly to Less Offensive (maybe) Tue. July 27, 2010  |  my life One of the things that I am surprised people want to know more about is my house! I'll admit--I've waited a long time to really spend some time and thought decorating and choosing things. My goal for my home is to have a space that is fun, interesting, a little quirky, bright, and yet still homey.... See the Full Post > 42 Appreciated Comments

Robert & Cecile’s Engagement Tue. July 27, 2010  |  will you When I found out that Cecile & Robert wanted me to shoot their engagement session in New York, I couldn't have been more excited! Traveling to shoot is (for me) one of greatest perks of my job (some others include staying in my PJ's till 10 or 11, getting to enjoy a beautiful Wednesday outside here... See the Full Post > 35 Appreciated Comments

Remember this poll? Mon. July 26, 2010  |  gossip A few months ago I posted this poll: Who the heck are you?!Market Research After about 7000 responses, I figure I now have a pretty good sampling of who is here and what you're looking for! Here's what I found out: -Lots of you want to be or are photographers -I have photographed some of you... See the Full Post > 167 Appreciated Comments

John & Amy’s Maternity Photos Mon. July 26, 2010  |  people John and Amy made the trip down from LA the other day to have me shoot their maternity photos! Married for two years now, they were ready to start their family and couldn't be more excited for the little boy that will be theirs in September. Amy is an OB nurse, so she's had lots of first hand... See the Full Post > 12 Appreciated Comments

New Cover Winner! Fri. July 23, 2010  |  photographers The lucky winner of the new cover of their choice has been announced over on the Shootsac blog: SHOOTSACBLOG.COM Check it out, along with some new photos of the hot new covers!! See the Full Post > 2 Appreciated Comments

Four new covers to DROOL over! Thu. July 22, 2010  |  photographers One of my favorite things to do is to shoot bright, fun, creative things! One of the people who shares my passion for decor and photography is Renee Delsigne, owner of OC PROPGIRL, a company who sources and rents props specifically for photo shoots of any size! She really understands style, and... See the Full Post > 165 Appreciated Comments

A West Virginia Wedding: Part 1 Wed. July 21, 2010  |  i do I don't even know where to start. I've been looking and looking at these photos thinking, I can't actually post THAT many, but I finally had to just give up and give in Marcos & Kalindi's wedding in West Virginia was one of the most unusual, visually stunning events I've ever had the opportunity... See the Full Post > 45 Appreciated Comments

Acey Puppy is getting so big! Fri. July 16, 2010  |  my life My little Acey is getting to be such a big girl! I don't take nearly enough photos of her--I am feeling a little parental guilt :) Before we brought her home, we were able to visit with and meet her whole litter. At that time, we didn't know which one would eventually be ours, so I tried to... See the Full Post > 39 Appreciated Comments