Kelly Moore Bag

2 posts in one day, say what???

We e-filed our tax returns yesterday. We are always in a hurry to do it because of the refund. R is using the refund to pay for Geology field camp this summer and I am getting photography gears. On the top of my list: a Kelly Moore bag and a 60mm macro lens.

I LOVE these Kelly Moore bags! Cute, stylish AND functional! Kelly even has videos of herself introducing each bags and explaining different features.

The B-hobo bag in Walnut is the one I'm eyeing, I can't wait until the IRS deposit money into the account so I can buy one!!! But too bad they are not shipping until March, I really love the color so I'll have to keep waiting.

What I've been up to...

So, as it turned out, last year was pretty pathetic in terms of how many photographs I actually took. I did make a more conscious effort to record more videos and being the lazy person that I am, I took less pictures. New year, new attitude. MORE PHOTOGRAPHS!

I am participating in PROJECT 365, where I take a photo each day. So far so good, I've only missed a few days, but that was when I was on vacation.

You can check out the photos here

This is my latest photo:

Keep checking back for more updates!

Miss E is turning 2!

Time sure flies... my little niece, Miss E, is turning 2 soon! This is what she looked like a year ago, now she has a lot more hair and teeth but still as cute as a button. She was a bit fussy but eventually gave me a few smiles.

Happy Birthday!

Photowalk Utah, Ogden Part 2

This is downtown Ogden, to be more specific, this is 25th street. 2 blocks of it. There are lots of antique shops, restaurants, and mom-and-pop shops.

And these.....

There were several bronze statues of kids, they were quiet honestly, creepy. It's not a downtown Ogden thing, it's a Utah thing. They REALLY like bronze statues of random kids. I miss California!

Even though the calender says spring, it's still a bit nippy here, so shops made do with these,

Fake flowers... did I mention I miss California?

So I was walking, walking, walking. Looking into the shops but not wanting to go in, until I see this man in an old fashion barber shop, signaling me to come in.

Man: I see a lot of people taking pictures, are you in a group?
Me: Yes, it's a photography group.
Man: You should go around back this building and take a picture of the sign.
Me: Just around back? Sure.
Man: You should, just around back.
Me: Sure no problem. Can I take a picture of you?
Man: Okay, but I have a jacket on.
Me: Oh, it's no big deal.

But the man didn't stop talking to me about the sign, so I just started snapping away.

I went around back and saw this sign...

The sign looked new, like it was repainted so not really authentic.I'm glad I took the photo for him though, since he went out of his way to tell me about it. He was sweet man.

I really wish I went with a friend... but I found a way to take a picture of myself to document that I was actually there :)

Photowalk Utah, Ogden Part 1

Today, I did something new! I actually met up with a group of people from Photowalk Utah, and took pictures all over downtown Ogden. Granted, I didn't talk to anyone, but it's a pretty big deal. I had a lot of fun though!

This is where we met up, Union Station

We went in the lobby first and my eyes went straight to the murals. This is for my husband, he loves to tell me about how "my people" built the rail roads.

There were these old men just hanging out, talking about the good old days.

Here are the trains, I took more, but these 2 are my favorite.

Part 2 coming soon!

C & C Urban

These poor boys! What was I thinking?? The sun tricked me into thinking that it was warmer than it was. So these boys were shivering and saying how cold it was. They were such troopers, I should have brought lollipops to reward them. I kept the shoot short and ... well I won't say sweet, I just kept it short. I didn't want them to get sick over photographs.

I've always wanted a feet shot

I told them to keep their hands in their pockets to keep warm, I think it was only in the 30's :(

Mom was brave, she wore short sleeves! By this shot, the boys were done.

Happy Chinese New Year!

Okay... So technically, we're half way into the celebration but it's better late than never!

Go out and eat some Chinese food!

C & C { Children's photography Logan UT }

Twins! Scratch that... Twin Boys! No, no, no... scratch that too. 4 year old Twin Boys!

They were double trouble and just as much fun! Full of energy and charm, it was a pleasure to shoot with them! I'm just glad Auntie and Grandma were there to help!

i heart you...

I had some fun making Valentine's Day cards this year with templates that were provided by my fellow ilpers.

Walgreen sent me a coupon for free 25 prints so it didn't cost much to print them out. Plus I find the the quality for 4 x 6 is not bad at all.


Here is Sean's card:




Here is Sami's card:




Spread the love, baby :)

More Studio Work { Children Photography, Logan Utah }

Peek-a-Boo Collage



Different Backgrounds

Studio!

Can you believe winter is fast approaching? I saw the weather forecast today and I don't think it will be above freezing for the next 7 days. It made me a little bit sad... Luckily I've been getting my studio supplies together for the colder months. I'm still missing a few thing, hopefully I've been good enough that Santa will bring me some more!

Here is a little sample :

* Clothing is by Cheryl of berryblossomlane

The S Kids

These 2 are our downstairs neighbors, bless them, I bet they put up with a lot of our nonsense...

But I was very happy to shoot them yesterday since I knew them already and was hoping that the session will go smoothly.

Mr. A was VERY cooperative even though he really wanted to go play on the playground.

Ms. F on the other hand did not want to look at me or smile, no matter what I did. However, I did manage to get a few adorable shots of her. I love dimples!

A Gig

A beautiful Dress by Cheryl! I Just love the colors of fall! We have 2 more sets to model from Cheryl and we can't wait!

I love when I capture her "true" personality!

Faux Studio

This is a faux studio shot... it really is just my bathroom. It has a window facing east and since the whole bathroom is white, the light bounces nicely onto the subject.

With a little photoshop magic, the picture has turned out quite nicely.

Proud Mama

Just wanted to share some current pictures of my daughter.

Here she is modeling a cute Halloween set by Kim.





She is just too cute if you don't mind me saying....





Oh yeah, I did have to photoshop out an "owie" she had on the bridge of her nose.

Miss E is turning ONE!

Miss E will be 1 in a few weeks and I was all too happy to take her pictures. She didn't want to look at me though....I think she forgot her Aunt Annie :(

I didn't get much eye contact but we definitely got some cute shots!

The Merrill Boys

First up, Mr C!

He was such a good sitter! He cried a bit, but all in all, very cooperative for a 7 month old. I just love blue eyes! I can't resist them :)

Next, Mr J., He didn't like me or my camera. What I found out is that he likes to say the word "NO" (typical 2 1/2 year old). I loved his overalls, they were adorable! Doesn't he look like a baby Macaulay Culkin??