Photography

In the last few months photography has taken over my life in a way. It is that new creative outlet that I have fallen in love with and not only because it brings joy to take pictures of my daughter, but it brings happiness to others too. I originally bought my camera to document my daughter's milestones, but that has now changed. I am also able to share my gift with friends and family.

I feel myself choosing photography more and more over other mediums. I now have a little more experience shooting weddings, families, seniors, kiddos, and even animals. I've experienced the pros and cons of each!

You are under so much pressure at a wedding.... so nerve-wracking. You only have one chance to get it right. But when you are taking those photos, you can feel so much love and you can't help but smile the whole day and feel good. It's great!

Senior photos can be fun and personalized. You can bring the beautiful from the inside....out. It is fun to see individual personalities glow. I've learned that it is fun to take random pics with farm cats who keep "photo bombing."

Shooting little kids is different; they can sometimes be little stinkers and make you work harder to get the perfect shot. This doesn't bother me, I like candid photos of kids being who they are.

My daughter usually has a pretty serious face when I'm taking pictures. When I can do something silly to make her laugh and get that smile, at least I know it is a real one. Too many people are concerned with getting that photo where all of their kids have the constant "perma-grin" and appear to be the perfect, happy family. Not me. I look for the real....the now.......

The next few are pics of my friend's daughter. This little cutie has the biggest.... beautiful.... eyes and cutest.... chubby.... cheeks. Can't get enough :)

 

I am happy, almost giddy when I am able edit a photo and it turns out to be the coolest thing I've ever done.....until I top that with something else. Sometimes I surprise myself with some shots and think that they could be the result of a "happy accident." But I would never tell the client (they think I have some mad skills). And I like to play along.

Sometimes I take pictures that are just cool and hope that the client likes them just as much if not more than I do. "Cool" is the only word that fits these next couple photos.



My editing style is slowly evolving...it takes a little time of tweaking, but I think I'm getting there. I'm happy with how my photos look, but I know that there is always room for improvement.

I want to thank everyone who has given me the chance to document an important time in their life if only for a moment. Time goes by so fast and sometimes we forget how precious the every day can be. Enjoy your loved ones...... the giggles, the smiles, and even the really serious looks.

I am enjoying the journey as my photography evolves. I'm looking forward to improving my "indoor" photography skills over the winter months. Baby steps...stay tuned!

~Jenna