Thursday, November 20, 2008

remsburg : family photos

Nap + backyard + family playtime + perfect weather = fun photos.

The Remsburgs are such a darling family! They have two of the cutest, fun-loving, happy boys I have ever met. It was fun watching them play during the shoot and enjoying all the precious smiles while editing the photos.

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Playing on the swings . . .

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. . . on the slide . . .

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. . . on the monkey bars . . .

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. . . with a football . . .

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. . . and together as a family; mom & dad played right along side the boys.

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Just like big brother . . .

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The product of this playtime (besides lots of smiles and fun memories) . . . a cute custom card to share with friends and family this holiday season!

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Thanks for a truly awesome shoot!

Sunday, October 26, 2008

kari : bridals

Kari + Nate are now married to the love of their lives, for time and all eternity. I am excited, truly happy they found each other.

Now that Nate has seen the beautiful KariAnn in her wedding dress, here are a few more of Kari's fall bridals . . .

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Wednesday, October 15, 2008

clark + trina

It is hard to believe that three years ago tonight, Clark asked me to be his bride. When I reflect back on the time spent with Clark, I start to tear up thinking of how blessed my life has been because of him. He loves me and supports me, always.

A walk down memory lane . . .

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Even the sky celebrated that night . . .

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Thanks, Honey. I love you. Muah!

Thursday, October 9, 2008

fall in utah

For those of you who live in a place that doesn't have four seasons...I am sorry. Today was one of those beautiful days with the crisp coolness of fall in the air. So refreshing.

Right now I have a homemade pot of chili going. Later, the chili will be served in these cute country soup bowls.

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I have been fortunate enough to be up in the canyon several times in the past few weeks...check out the vibrant gold leaves

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A sneak peek at a bride who loves fall more than I do...

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Wednesday, October 1, 2008

melissa jill

Let me tell you a little about a photographer I adore. Her name, Melissa Jill. I first learned about Melissa through her membership in the Wedding Photojournalist Association. Since that time, I have grown as a photographer and a businesswoman.

Melissa, from Arizona, USA, is unique from many of the photographers in my area in that she is willing to share the lessons she has learned about photography to bless others' lives and help them to follow their photographic dreams. She has an entire section on her blog dedicated to resources "for photographers."

When Melissa first announced the Zero-60 Workshop on her blog, I was excited! - but. . .the workshop was in Ireland, so I did not think it would be a possibility. Somewhat jokingly, I mentioned to my husband that I had found my graduation present and proceeded to tell him what I had found. To my surprise he asked, "Well, have you signed up yet?"- he was serious. Clark told me of all the photographers that I follow, he would most like me to learn from Melissa Jill because she is down-to-earth, genuine, real and he respects her for that. (Thanks again, Honey!)

The Zero-60 workshop and the Europe travels prior to the workshop were and experience I will never forget! It was amazing to watch Melissa shoot in Ireland, France, and Italy. Even thought I was in the same area, I looked forward with anticipation to see her blog posts about our travels, to see the same streets through her eyes.

Melissa shooting in the streets of Paris, France.

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Melissa and Kari

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Melissa and Claire, in Paris

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As for the Zero-60 Workshop-it was also amazing. Each day, I was hungry to learn and left the workshop well fed. More information was shared than I ever thought I would have the privilege of learning from Melissa and Arden. There will be more to posts on the Zero-60 Workshop later.

Melissa is both an incredibly talented photographer and a smart business woman, not to mention, just a sweet person :). In addition to being fantastic, Melissa is also a very positive person, humble, loves Christ, family and friends, is active in her church, constantly recognizes the source of her blessings and lives a life of integrity, all of which are of even greater value than the contribution she has made in photography.

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Happy Birthday Melissa! The world is a better place because you are in it.

Thanks for everything!

Saturday, September 20, 2008

music 101 : sterling singers

Tonight I had the incredible opportunity to take photos for the Sterling Singers during their Music 101 concert at the First Presbyterian Church, in Salt Lake City, UT, USA. Music performed by the choir included works from Vivaldi, Bach, Händel, Mozart, Beethoven, Verdi, Bruckner, Brahms, and Fauré.

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The church has many vibrant stain glass windows.

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Near the main entrance, this Bible was beautifully displayed.

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Kelly DeHaan, the conductor and masterful art director of the choir, taught his audience of pupils about each composer before the choir and organ or piano filled the church with the composer's inspired work.

Here, Kelly is sharing about his favorite composer of the evening, Beethoven, as choir members thoughtfully listen.

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The choir truly sounded as though it were a choir of angels. Several times throughout the concert I had to simply stop shooting and focus all my attention to the music because I was so overwhelmed by the beauty of it all. I love music. I love singing. I love listing to inspired music performed by angelic voices.

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The final song of the evening was a tribute to the Savior. During this number, my camera sat in my lap as tears welled in my eyes; what a fitting tribute to Him who has given us all.

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Tuesday, September 16, 2008

monet to picasso

Tonight Clark and I went to the Utah Museum of Fine Art at the University of Utah to see the Monet to Picasso exhibit. It is so inspirational to stand before an original work of art; the colors, textures and subtleties of the paintings are so rich and wonderful!

During the exhibit, we went around with a sweet docent, Cherry, who has a passion for art. Unfortunately, cameras are not allowed inside the exhibit, or I would show you some of my favorites (Besnard, Breitner, Van Gogh, Rodin, Dali, Cezanne, Ernst...).

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At the entrance to the exhibit, the museum posted quotes from the artists:

"The way to know life is to love many things." -Vincent Van Gogh

"Creativity takes courage." -Henri Matisse

"Nothing is a waste of time if you use the experience wisely." -Auguste Rodin

"Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once one grows up." -Pablo Picasso


I love the last quote. It brings back memories of coloring on the coffee table as a young girl. Art has always been a part of me; photography is now the medium I use to explore life.

Saturday, September 13, 2008

dublin, ireland

I will finish blogging about the remainder of the Zero-60 Workshop as part of my trip through Europe.

Wednesday, August 6, 2008

Europe. Wow, what a dream! My sister Kari and I arrived in Shannon, Ireland after a marathon of travel. I LOVE listening to the locals' accents. On the plane flight to Shannon, Kari and I had seats next to friendly, talkative, Irish people. It was great chatting with them and feeling the sense of pride they had about their beautiful country.

A flight to Dublin finished our air travels for today. Prior to our flight to Dublin, we met up with Melissa Jill, a super-talented and amazingly sweet photographer from Arizona, USA.

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For lodging, we stayed at Roganstown Golf & Country Club.

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The interior. . .

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I love shooting up. . .

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After a long day of travel, the most welcoming part - good food and soft beds! Lunch was a cream or carrot and coriander soup with crusty bread. Yum. After lunch, a long nap; we were all exhausted from the traveling.

Later in the evening, we took a taxi to Swords Town Centre and enjoyed some time taking pictures.

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The flower boxes made me think of my dad.

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I love this little alley way.

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On the dinner menu - Chinese food (note: if you ever travel to Swords Town, Ireland, all the Irish pubs finish serving food at 9 PM).

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Tomorrow, off to Paris!