Wedding Reception

Sometimes the children are more fun to photograph. I really did photograph other things and people at the reception, but I found these photos irresistible. Typically at a party or reception, I will photograph people interacting with one another, objects such as the flowers and food, whole room shots etc. I want to tell the “story” of the event through my photos so that years from now, my photos will bring back sweet memories.

Prom Photos

Do you remember your own prom if you attended one? Remember the excitement, more so for the girls? In my opinion the importance of proms is more exaggerated than it was when I was in high school. I think teenagers are spending a ton more than the previous generation…and it’s not all because of inflation. I hope you enjoy these photos and that they bring back pleasant memories for you.

Sweet Sixteen

This photo shoot was probably one of my favorite ones because of the relaxed atmosphere and almost magical quality of the light and her beautiful dress. Her Mom originally wanted me to photograph at 4:00 P.M. which normally would be a good time of the day, but because I knew the location would be in the sun only, I suggested later in the day…..early evening. I’m glad I did!

Florida Beach Senior Photo Shoot

What made this photo shoot unique and memorable was the fact that this is my Granddaughter AND she wanted her Senior photos to be on the beach near the location she used to live when a little girl….Navarre, Florida. It turned out to be much colder than she imagined. I always have appreciated the ocean and I love Shyann dearly! I’ll never forget this experience.

Photo Shoots at Night Time

Photographing in the evening can be fairly challenging especially with surrounding lights. This young man wanted his Senior photos to be done at night in town. Balancing flash along with all of the surrounding lights was fun and something different for me.

Baby Photoshoot

Some of us never get tired of photographing babies. Now that I think about it, I don’t ever get tired of photographing, period.

Change of Command Ceremony

Just recently, my oldest child, Michael, received the honor of leading his squadron at the Air Force base he works at. In other words, he is now their Commander. So, there was a “Change of Command” ceremony that friends and family could attend. It was my first Change of Command ceremony. Once again, I am proud of my children. Most Moms are. Even though I wasn’t the official photographer at the ceremony (my daughter-in-law wanted me to be able to enjoy the event), I had to take some pictures. Some are taken where I was seated since I couldn’t move around during the ceremony and some are taken after the ceremony when I could move around.

Laura and Shyann

Laura is my daughter and Shyann is my granddaughter. They are fifteen years apart. Lots of people say they look alike. What do you think?

TBS Graduation

My son, Eric, just graduated from “The Basic School” which is Marine officer training in Quantico, Virginia. Needless to say, he is proud of being a Marine, and I am proud of the young man he is!

A College Graduate

Vicky is from Germany, but chose to study at Park University in Parkville, Missouri. She loves the USA and would like to continue living here working as an Interior Designer.

Prom

As one good friend commented, “Youth is beauty.” Add to that the array of colors shown in the girls’ gowns and the surrounding park, and you definitely have beauty!

Loess Bluffs Nature Sanctuary

No matter where you walk at this Nature Sanctuary, you will encounter beauty, serenity, and lots of nature. The photographers are always hoping to see Eagles as well. Since we arrived at this place late in the season, we didn’t see too many….but were able to see a few.

A Couple

I guess it follows that since I love Fall, I enjoy doing photo shoots in the Fall as well. Look at the beautiful colors and how they pop!