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Tutorial | How to Fix Chromatic Aberration

I read an article by Katelyn James (go figure.. She’s my fav) a while back that discussed chromatic aberration. I had never seen it before nor had I ever experienced it in my images. I had this shoot last weekend (my own portraits mind you – such a weirdo) and didn’t notice anything weird in the original […]

April 4, 2014

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Keeping Things Fresh | Random Thoughts On My Blog Brand

So it’s obvious that around here I switch things up quite often. The header gets refreshed, the side bar gets changed, my tabs get overhauled along with my “about me” section. I haven’t quite decided if it’s because I’m unhappy with the way it looks or if it’s because I’m a design freak. Probably the […]

March 24, 2014

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Keeping Things Fresh | Random Thoughts On My Blog Brand

So it’s obvious that around here I switch things up quite often. The header gets refreshed, the side bar gets changed, my tabs get overhauled along with my “about me” section. I haven’t quite decided if it’s because I’m unhappy with the way it looks or if it’s because I’m a design freak. Probably the […]

March 24, 2014

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Lens Dream Sheet

Every lens does something different. It achieves something artistically different. The 85mm is known for it’s intimate feel and rich colors where as the 50mm is known for it’s creamy bokeh/background blur and is close to the human eye. I have been tossing around the idea of purchasing a new lens. Granted I’ll be renting […]

March 16, 2014

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The New Game Plan | Consistent Blogging

I’ve gone through a big life change. I decided to leave my position as a preschool teacher. I needed a switch up, needed a break from the crazy, and wanted to expand my knowledge in other avenues. I landed a job within an office for an investment company. I am super excited about this opportunity […]

March 3, 2014

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The New Game Plan | Consistent Blogging

I’ve gone through a big life change. I decided to leave my position as a preschool teacher. I needed a switch up, needed a break from the crazy, and wanted to expand my knowledge in other avenues. I landed a job within an office for an investment company. I am super excited about this opportunity […]

March 3, 2014

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Moo Cards : The Best Thing to Happen to Business Cards

I was showing my coworkers at breakfast yesterday my new business cards & it hit me. How am I going to give these away?! Being a photographer that gives flash drives & print release I often don’t see my own work printed and tangible. So when I opened my MOO cards I instantly fell in love […]

January 20, 2014

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Customized Stamps | Adding That Personal Touch

When I started this business of mine I knew that I wanted to have “personal touches” in my packaging. I am not about plain envelopes with no excitement to them. When my clients get their flash drives I want them to be excited but also know exactly what they’re getting.  I want my brand to be […]

January 4, 2014

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Customized Stamps | Adding That Personal Touch

When I started this business of mine I knew that I wanted to have “personal touches” in my packaging. I am not about plain envelopes with no excitement to them. When my clients get their flash drives I want them to be excited but also know exactly what they’re getting.  I want my brand to be […]

January 4, 2014

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Happy 2013!

2013 was magical. It brings me such joy knowing that every year this little business grows just a little more. I am so thankful for all of these wonderful individuals trusting me with their portraits. I have to say though, I already know 2014 is going to rock my world. In a couple of days […]

December 31, 2013

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