All you need is LOVE :)

I've been asked what equipment I splurged on and my thoughts on it.

Well I didn't buy much and I bought it with the intention of being able to do more indoor sessions. Newborns are easy enough to do because you don't need much backdrop space and can easily locate a window with enough light. Toddlers and groups not so much. So I bought a backdrop stand, Canvas backdrop, and a  light kit. Turns out you get what you pay for! The lighting is terrible! I'm sure I could splurge on new bulbs and a few more stands but I've discovered through this process I was not meant to be a studio photographer. Don't get me wrong I still love newborns and catching moments of my kids playing indoors. But for family photography I love being able to let kids run around being them self and capture their real emotion versus saying sit here and smile. Maybe I'll do it someday if I can set up a real/permanent studio with enough space, light, and a more friendly lens (FYI 50mm not great for tight spaces:) But until then I'll stick to natural light and natural settings.

What do you want to know?

I know so many of my friends have been bitten by the photography bug and I've had a lot of people ask questions about all the different things that go into taking a good picture (with or without an expensive camera). I DO NOT claim to be an expert on the subject but enjoy learning new things myself and am constantly on the look out for new info. I'm going to start linking to different tutorials and giving my own input here So if you have any questions either comment on my blog or email/message me. The more input I get the more likely I am to put the effort into so seriously let me know.

Happy Valentines Day! and some catching up :)

I've done a few mini sessions to try and break in my new equipment and I'm sad to say that I regret buying it without doing more research OH WELL! You live and learn, but thats an entirely different post if your interested. It wasn't a complete waste though because despite it's short comings these kids are just to dang cute to take a bad picture:) I have a few more posts coming in the next few days. I'm considering posting more about how I shoot and process my pictures but only if you (if anyone is even reading this :) are interested. Photography isn't just some hobby I picked up last month and plan on making big bucks with. In fact I doubt if I'll ever make enough to cover the equipment i've already bought let alone my wish list. It is something I love and have been in love with for the last 10 years. I've found every bit of information that i've come across helpful in some way or another and am thinking about sharing what I find/learn here if your interested. I'm still a major work in progress and am in love with learning new things. I'm basically coming up with this as I type so I'm not really sure how it will all work out so just let me know your thoughts!

Valentine Session Preview

I had a fun little Valentine session last week, this is just a quick little preview. Little Lady S was not thrilled with the idea but we still got some great shots.

Lights, Camera, Action.....

I've mentioned before that I love shooting flash free with natural light. The only problem is I live in Buffalo where the "natural" light is a hazy gray. Summers here are beautiful but just too short, I'm still flash free but I splurged on a little studio equipment to help supplement my light. It's a major work in progress as I'm trying to learn how to use it all but I'm really excited! Doesn't my little Diva look thrilled about the idea of being bossed around no matter the weather or time of day:)

Search, Ponder, and Pray

{L's} Baptism Pictures

Isn't she GORGEOUS!

She's a complete sweetheart too!

{L's} Beautiful Baptism Preview

There is finally snow here in Buffalo New York!

We have been waiting patiently for a little of this white stuff to take this beautiful little ladies baptism pictures!

This is just a quick preview of this perfect session!

New Years Resolution!

GET OUT OF THIS RUT!

Merry Christmas

{M} Family

Saturday was SOOOOO cold!

Were talking temps in the twenties all day long.

We attempted an outdoor shoot but the little ladies eyes were watering and I was afraid the tears might freeze to her face! And poor baby boy couldn't even fake a smile. So we headed to my house to try and salvage the session. Im not really set up for indoor sessions (yet) so we used a yard and a half of fabric and my speedlight to fake a studio setting :) Thankfully they are all gorgeous so it worked out. I did decide that my dinky set up just isn't going to cut it any more and started ordering some new equipment to set up a small studio setting for indoor sessions this winter. I'm hoping to be good to go by February so if your sad you missed out on fall pictures or have a baby on the way keep your eyes open! I'm planning on offering a few discounted sessions in the next few months!

{W} Family

No snow in Buffalo!

It's December and I'm still shooting outside, craziness!

I love this cute family and was so excited to be working with them again.

My favorite candid picture from this session wont load for no good reason at all.

Sometimes I HATE BLOGGER!

The Man

My little lady

What I'm thankful for

the {R} Family