There is so much I didn’t know I didn’t know. That’s not a typo. I’ve recently learned that there was so much I didn’t understand about editing and post-processing. I thought I knew what it takes to make a photo look great. But I’m both embarrassed and thankful to admit that I have learned more […]

I’d always wanted to go to New York in winter. I guess I thought it’d be romantic, sitting on a park bench in a thick, wool coat, watching the tourists and taxis go by. I have no idea what I was thinking. Don’t get me wrong–I’m really glad I had the chance to return to […]

Valentine’s Day always seemed like an odd holiday to me, growing up. Sure, I enjoyed the class parties that were pink and red themed (the more red, the better!) like anyone else. But since my birthday is less than a week away, I was too busy anticipating my party and the presents I would open. As I […]

January is generally a slow time for photographers, and I’m no exception. With a record snowfall frozen to the ground, I’ve been spending my time indoors…but not slacking off! Not only am I determined to keep fresh content on my blog this year, I want to spend my off season learning and practicing. Often during a wedding […]

Since it’s a short drive from downtown Payette, Idaho to Kiwanis Park, Dave and Shirley’s family opted to go to both locations for their family pictures. It was a cold and mostly cloudy day in early December, so everyone took turns jumping in and out of their coats. Somehow we made it work! I swear, […]