ANNA CARSON PHOTOGRAPHY

May I have a DO-OVER???

2008-12-15T10:55:00.005-05:00

There was a small technical difficulty when I posted about my new site the other day...

I have the all clear to send it again. If it was slow loading for you the other day...it is all fixed now!

www.annacarsonphotography.com

Please bookmark the site and feel free to comment there as well!

See you there!

TIME TO MOVE AND RENOVATE...

2008-12-11T09:49:00.007-05:00

Hey everyone!

No, I am not moving to Nashville or some far off land again! I am finally back to blogging but I am changing my address on the web. Many of you have been on this ride with me as my business has started. My old Anna Carson Photography site is gone now and I am happy to launch my new site. For those of you who are scratching your heads....yes, my old site wasn't THAT old but I am creative and get bored very easily! So go check out my new site AND blog (aka BLOG-site) at www.annacarsonphotography.com. I am still working with my very talented designer and friend Bowin of Blue Bus Cafe in Louisville, KY to get it finished but you can get an idea of how it is going! If you are in need of branding, logo and web design for your business, please call him and he will take great care of you!

Remember to book mark my new site because I will not post here anymore.....

See you at my new digs!!!!

Andrew Enoch Mullinax

2008-11-12T22:28:00.002-05:00

Daddy, Drew and Mommy

Time to get measured....

Anna Carson Photography

Drew and Kat Say I Do!

2008-11-02T22:52:00.003-05:00

WOW.

I love weddings.

I had so much fun in Louisville photographing Kat and Drew. The bride was a little traditional....and a lot rock and roll and she was beautiful! Thanks you two for being so great and letting me be a part of your special day! It was a blast getting to know your family and friends! Everyone made me feel like a part of the family...

These are just a few...I may be sharing a few more soon. My new website and blog are almost ready and then I will be posting weekly or as often as I can. Thanks for stopping by and I hope you all have a great week.

Mary Grace & Ben

2008-10-12T00:09:00.008-04:00

Mary Grace and Ben

October 2008

My iTunes: She Moves In Her Own Way by The Kooks

A couple of shots from tonight when two friends of mine got engaged. Congrats! Thanks for letting be a small part of the evening! Savor all these joyful moments!

Together

Candles and petals...

Got to get the feet shot...

Just them

And Baby Makes Three.....

2008-10-08T21:09:00.003-04:00

Meet Reagan

October 2008

My iTunes: Fall For You by Secondhand Serenade...I am addicted to this song.

This is a sneak peek. As I finish working on the images I promised a few would be ready to view here on my blog. What a fun shoot this was...little Reagan's debut! Her grandparents were there as well and managed to get in a few. Thanks for letting me capture her and some of the moments as they went by so quickly! I hear she is under the weather and hoped she feels better soon...

Reagan with Mommy...

Being held in Daddy's Arms...

Getting Love...

So Tired!

HANSON TOUR 2008

2008-10-07T22:09:00.002-04:00

Issac

October 2008

Taylor

October 2008

Zach

October 2008

My iTunes: Georgia by Hanson

What can I say? I love Hanson and this concert was awesome! Please check them out if you have not already....they are all grown up and still touring. Bono of U2 calls their music "genius"...he is so right. They are amazing singer/songwriters/musicians.

Forty-Love

2008-10-02T20:00:00.002-04:00

Game time

October 2008

My iTunes: Fall For You by Secondhand Serenade

Today was our day...Becky and me. :)

We had had somewhat of a losing streak....

Today we won! I had such a great time and it was so fun to play doubles with her. She was a maniac at the net and my groundstrokes were on fire! We have different partners from week to week so we were excited to play together. What a good time!

Have a good week everyone!

Showtime!

2008-09-30T18:10:00.003-04:00

Marquee View

September 2008

My iTunes: What else?...You Wanna? by The Kooks

Sorry for the lack of posts everyone! I am redoing my blog so I may be a little scarce for another week or so while it gets put up....

Last night I went to see The Kooks in concert here with my better half and two wonderful friends! We had a great time! Man, The Kooks rocked the house too! If you love British bands...go find them now on iTunes and listen!

Have a wonderful week everyone and I look forward to more posts soon!

Goalkeeper

2008-09-21T16:59:00.004-04:00

Halftime

September 2008

My iTunes: Not About Me by David Glenn

Another Saturday goes by...another soccer game into the season. This is a shot of my Sam as he breaks during his stint as goalkeeper. Oh and before I forget....Happy First Day of Fall everyone! I hope to be posting more when my better half returns from his long trip overseas to India...

Have a great week everyone!

Wordless Thursday

2008-09-18T06:59:00.002-04:00

Sounds

August 2008

My iTunes: The Call by The Museum

OK, I am going to give Wordless a shot. Sorry for the scarce blogging. I am trying to do better. With my better half around the world and photography, I have been in the middle of a bit of chaos! I hope you all are well and keeping up better than me!!!

I knew I couldn't do wordless!

It's Pool Time!

2008-09-16T22:29:00.004-04:00

All Lined Up

September 2008

My iTunes: Change by John Waite

What do you do when you have three sisters that like (LOVE) to swim and the pool is closed? Get the keys and put them on the diving board of course! This was so fun....we had a ball being the only ones there and hanging out. And I got some great images. Here is just a few...and yes....they are all of feet. :) I have issues, I know this.

Hope your week is going well!

I shot this while sitting under the

diving board...too fun!!

Brothers

2008-09-14T20:55:00.003-04:00

Little S

September 2008

My iTunes: Sky by Joshua Radin

Well, yesterday was all about sisters and today is about brothers....

These three were a handful and I had a great time getting to know them and hanging at their house for awhile. I managed to get some great pics as I ran in three different directions and getting my workout for the day! Hats off to moms of three boys! Have you ever seen such boyish faces? Too cute! Their mom told me she loves black and white so I did these for her to take a peek of our session.

Thanks everyone for being so patient as I blog about my sessions! My blog is where this whole ride started for me in photography and so I love sharing about it all here!

Mister M

Big Brother

Sisters

2008-09-13T20:31:00.008-04:00

Meet Kelsey, Lisa and Ashley

September 2008

My iTunes: Lovely Tonight by Joshua Radin

Here you go girls...and your mom too! This is a sneak peek of what I have been working on these days. I had such a great time photographing these sisters. We did the shoot over several days thanks to Hurricane Hannah? Is that right? Anyhow...we came away with some good shots and I told them I would share a few for them to see as I started working. Thanks girls, I had a great time getting to know each of you better...

I hope you all enjoy these! Be sure to click the picture to make it bigger!

A fun find...a container & tires!

Ashley

Kelsey

Lisa

One more for Ashley...

one of my favorites

I can't resist....the feet.

Snapshots from High School

2008-09-09T23:27:00.002-04:00

The Clock

August 2008

My iTunes: Strawberry Swing by Coldplay

Sorry it has been awhile....I just returned from my work trip and starting tomorrow will be editing all my sessions for my clients. I hope to be posting regularly this week if I can so be sure to check back!

I have been on facebook for almost two years now and lately I have been finding tons of friends from high school. It has been pretty cool to find different people and see what they are up to these days almost 20 years since we graduated. Can it really be that long? As I was thinking about it all, I remembered I had taken these shots from my daughter Sadie's sophmore year orientation this past August.

When I was in school, I looked at that clock ALL DAY LONG....and so does my daughter I am pretty sure! And the lockers below....I just loved the blue color and had to get the shot. By the way, these were taken with my iPhone and I am perfectly happy as to how they came out after I edited them a bit!

Take care everyone!

The Lockers

Mac Attack

2008-09-04T20:59:00.002-04:00

Food Time

September 2008

My iTunes: Fall For You by Secondhand Serenade

Hey everyone....I am on my work trip but I wanted to give you a post. I took this of my nephew with my vintage camera today as he was getting ready to eat. It is so great to be staying with my family here and to connect more with my niece and nephew. There may not be much posting and commenting from me over the next few days...I may try to post when I can. I look forward to checking up on you all when I get home next week and also sharing a bit of what I am up to here on my trip.

Have a good weekend everyone!

My Beloved Is Mine

2008-09-03T01:42:00.005-04:00

Him

September 2008

My iTunes: Mr. Jones by Counting Crows

Tonight was our 13th wedding anniversary. We had a great time. He is my everything...

I will miss him while I am out of town for the next few days. I shot these with my vintage camera using the TtV method. I just really like the looks of these!

September 2008

Old Truck

2008-09-01T21:09:00.004-04:00

Front View

August 2008

My iTunes: Where Is My Mind? by Gavin Rossdale

Live from Las Vegas at the Palms

I was out driving with some friends when saw this truck. Of course, I had to pull over and get a few shots. My friends understand. They are used to me. Truth be told, they didn't have a choice...I was driving. I love my friends.

Rear View

August 2008

God and Music

2008-08-30T16:22:00.005-04:00

Michael Boggs

August 2008

My iTunes: Undignified by Michael Boggs (LIVE)

Hey everyone. This is going to be short since I have some time out with friends and my better half to get ready for tonight. I shot this last weekend at church during worship. Michael Boggs (1/4 of the group FFH) was leading worship at our church for the day and I was there taking photos for the website. I will be sending along all my edits to him so that he might be able to use them on his site or something. Pretty cool. He has a great solo album out. You can get it on his site at www.myspace.com/mboggsmusic so make sure to check it out.

I love this image. You can click it for a bigger and better view. He was just awesome and being a fan of FFH, I loved hearing him solo. What a gift!

Have a good weekend everyone!

And E Makes Three...

2008-08-28T17:55:00.005-04:00

Hold me tight...

August 2008

My iTunes: Green Eyes by Coldplay

Meet E...L's little brother. I just have to keep repeating myself with this session. The kids are just beautiful! I am posting last about E mainly because I loved this top pic and I though it would be a good one to share last about this session. E was just as content as he could be for the entire time I was there and clicking...I was tickled to look over at him and he was just gazing everywhere with those amazing eyes! Thanks Elaine for letting me come and do this session...it was a pleasure and I hope everyone is happy with the images.

Happy Friday to everyone!!!

Those beautiful blues!

It's A Jeep Thing

2008-08-27T22:17:00.003-04:00

Going For A Ride with L

August 2008

My iTunes: Lovely Tonight by Joshua Radin

Ok, this one was the hardest to shoot but turns out when you put him in his Grandfather's Jeep, he lights up and all is well. These are a few of my favorite jeep shots! Make sure you click them to see those beautiful eyes!

I have two questions....One, could he be any happier? And two, can I bottle it?

My Rear View View...

Meet Miss M

2008-08-26T21:40:00.002-04:00

Precious

August 2008

My iTunes: How Great Is Our God by Michael Boggs

This is short tonight....I have a busy night ahead still even though it is 9:45 pm! This is a shot of M from my session the other day. She is such a sweetheart and this was my favorite of her on her tummy. So sweet!

Cute Times Three

2008-08-25T16:23:00.004-04:00

With these three...I had to keep my finger on the shutter and have the continuous shoot on!

August 2008

My iTunes: The Fear You Won't Fall by Joshua Radin

I just finished editing a job that I will be sharing about over the next few days...

Three cousins....under three.

Do I really need to say more? It was a lot of fun and a pleasure to photograph the grandchildren of Elaine. She is on the tennis team I pay with during the week. I got some great shots and thought I would share a few of all three of them today and then a few over the next couple of days I will share some indivudual images. I managed to get several while they were on this white couch...these are a few of my favorites from that spot.

Enjoy the cuteness.....it is obscene how cute they are!

Another School Year...Another Sport

2008-08-24T15:35:00.002-04:00

Number 11

August

2008

My iTunes: Undignified by Michael Boggs

You can pretty much count on the fact that over the next several weeks I will have at least one soccer picture up on my blog a week as Sam starts his season. He is very excited and we all enjoyed his first game yesterday. The Avalanche won!

(That was us, by the way)

I have a pretty busy week ahead of editing and more editing....I am looking forward to being a regular blogger this week seeing how I will not be more than 12 inches from my computer at any given moment during the day! Have a great week everyone!

My Kind of Worship

2008-08-22T20:07:00.004-04:00

Rocking Out

August 2008

My iTunes: Soul Meets Body by Death Cab for Cutie

What a great Sunday last week! I didn't get to hear much of the sermon because I have been hired to do all the photography for the new church website. It is a vast job and I figure this project will be over several weeks. Seeing how I am so visual, I am thrilled to be a part of putting a face onto Briarlake and what people see on the site. I spent last Sunday morning running all over taking pictures. One thing that I could hear was the music was awesome!

I am loving all the different musicians coming through as we look for a worship leader...the variety has been great and I feel like I get led into all sorts of praise.

I am SUCH a groupie. Shocking, I know.

Have a great weekend!

Summer Days and Basketball

2008-08-21T22:00:00.004-04:00

Front Yard Fun

August 2008

My iTunes: Bread of Life by David Glenn

Hey everyone! Sorry to post so late! Hey, at least I am posting! More of these fun shots. I have been experimenting a lot with my cameras and really enjoying it! I took these today when Sam and I shot basketball outside for a little bit...Lucy even joined us later! Can you tell I am enjoying this?

So basically, these shots are a type of photography. Who would have thought? It is called TtV (Through the Viewfinder). Go ahead...google it. It's there. You basically take a picture with your digital camera through the viewfinder of a vintage camera. Fascinating and fun! My dad helped me out a ton by taking some measurements for me to be able to do this. You have to build a contraption to fit over your camera to take care of glare and he was nice enough to help! Thanks Dad...you're the greatest!

Have a good weekend everyone!

A New Twist on an Classic

2008-08-20T15:07:00.004-04:00

Old and New

August 2008

My iTunes: Strawberry Swing by Coldplay

This post has been a long time coming! Some of you remember that I won an old camera on Ebay. I was SO excited...and this is why...these images were taken with that vintage camera AND my Nikon D200. That is right...I used both cameras! I have had a bit of a creative block lately with all the craziness in my life and this was just the trick to get my juices flowing! I carry it with me everywhere now and I am so excited about seeing life again through my camera viewfinder.

Hope you all have a great day and I will be posting more of these cool pics tomorrow!

My Day

2008-08-19T17:35:00.002-04:00

My View Today

August 2008

My iTunes: Lovely Tonight by Joshua Radin

Ever had one of those days?

Well, I wasn't in the car ALL day but for some reason it felt like it! I snapped this with my new iPhone which I have been obsessed with for the past 24 hours. I am loving it. I was sitting in a line of minivans when I took this....

I am slowly getting back to blogging after a crazy first week of school! I missed ya'll!

Crazy, Busy Times

2008-08-14T22:23:00.002-04:00

All Smiles

August 2008

My iTunes: Mr. Tambourine Man by The Byrds

Sorry for the no post yesterday. With the start of school, I am feeling pretty out of sorts and haven't picked up my camera in two whole days! That is SO NOT LIKE ME! Hopefully I will be back to my blogging-photo-taking-self in the next few days!

I snapped this of my nephew when he was here visiting earlier in August. He has had that grin since he could smile and I just love it! It is uniquely him! I miss my family as soon as they pull out of my driveway but I am excited that I will see them in October when I am visiting there doing several photography jobs! I will see you all soon!

Hope everyone is having a good week!

School Days Again

2008-08-12T16:00:00.004-04:00

All Packed Up

August 2008

My iTunes: See the Sun by The Kooks

Monday was the start of school here in Atlanta.

I was so ready for this day. My kids and I do so much better on a schedule...we get along better and I feel my home run more smoothly. So when I walked out of their elementary school and the PTA had provided Kleenex for the parents, I graciously offered my pack for some one else to have! I am sure some mother's (like me) were crying tears of joy as well....

I snapped this pic of my Jack as he waited to get in the car before school. He was ready! Of course, he wasn't ready until he laid his eyes on the pair of skinny jeans I got him (yes, I said skinny jeans). He has been wanting these jeans forever...ever since he has seen them on all the British rockers in London when we lived there and at our church on Sunday on the guys in the worship band. He had his new bag, his new shoes and his new jeans....in his realm of reality...it was a perfect day.

So far so good...

More Sibling Love

2008-08-11T21:46:00.005-04:00

Feet Shot

August 2008

My iTunes: Shine by Krystal Meyers

I am done editing the job from this past weekend! Yes, I said job although I have a hard time with the realization that I get paid to do this! What a trip! Anyhow, I have TONS from this shoot so these are just a few more that I enjoyed. You can tell that I they loosened up with me as the shoot got underway.

Hope you all like them!

Playing

August 2008

Fifteen Today!

2008-08-10T21:13:00.002-04:00

Sadie Girl

August 10, 2008

My iTunes: Wonder of the World by Rush of Fool

I was going to post a few more of my shoot yesterday but I as a mom I need to do one more of my birthday girl. This was from tonight when we went to dinner. Time has gone by so quickly and to think we are facing college in three years is INSANE. We are incredibly proud of her and wish her nothing but good blessings as she starts a new year in life and a new year in school as a sophmore.

See you tomorrow everyone!

Sibling Love

2008-08-09T20:54:00.003-04:00

Anyone for a piggyback ride?

August 2008

My iTunes: Overkill (acoustic) by Colin Hay

Today was a lot of fun! We have been trying to schedule this session for MONTHS and today was the day! Thanks to A and C for giving me some great smiles and letting me see in the window to their relationship. I love how close you are and it comes through in the images!

I have only just started editing so here are a few that I promised their mom I would put up for her to see while I edit the rest....

I need to give a shout out to my sister-in-law for her birthday! Happy Day Peg!

"Not So Little" Little Sister

Big Brother

Time to Bowl

2008-08-08T22:07:00.003-04:00

The Birthday girl and her SWEET shoes!

August 2008

My iTunes: High Voltage by Jubilee

It has been a CRAZY week. I won't get into it all...I have to get ready for a shoot tomorrow and say goodbye to my family. I am sad they are leaving but I am so grateful for my time with them. Sadie Girl turns 15 soon and today she had a bowling party with friends. It was a great time for her to have before all of the start school next week.

These are a few from the day....

Her Pin

Almost 15...

Nephew-O-Mine

2008-08-06T19:44:00.002-04:00

Charles David

August 2008

My iTunes: Rain King (Live) by The Counting Crows

I am so glad that my family has come for a visit! Every now and then I am with my nieces and nephews for their birthdays but not very often. Tomorrow Charlie turns 9! We are so excited to be with him and celebrate tomorrow. Thanks Kim and Randy for sharing him with us here in Atlanta! I snapped these today for his mom (my sister) who I am sure is missing him tremendously. Above, his sweet side....below, his awesome sense of humor (he gets that from our side of the family!).

HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHARLIE! WE LOVE YOU!

Is this "Whassup Dawg?" or "Whatever!"...??? I am not sure.

Sleep Tight

2008-08-05T22:44:00.003-04:00

Jack

August 2008

My iTunes: Life In Technicolor by Coldplay

(3 months and counting til the concert!)

It's never a dull moment in my home when there are my three kids, three cousins, two grandparents and two dogs....COMPLETE CHAOS! So when I was told by Robert on facebook to take a pic of something that is relaxing...I knew what I was going to do!

You all know Jack...man, this kid gives me a run for my money. This shot is what relaxes me...him sleeping. I sure wish I knew what was going on in that head of his!

Sleep tight tonight Jack. Mom loves you.

(and by the way...I am digging your hair Jack)

Today...

2008-08-04T22:33:00.007-04:00

My New Baby

Kodak Duaflex 1950

August 2008

My iTunes: These Are the Days by Jubilee

I found some bliss on my doorstep....don't you love those days?

I love my mailman....and ebay!

I am getting acquainted with the newest member of my family tonight. Yes, it does work...more on that later! Everyone have a great night.....I may be pulling another all nighter Peggy!!!!

Girl's Night Out

2008-08-03T23:18:00.004-04:00

The Culprit

August 2008

My iTunes: Nine In The Afternoon by Panic at the Disco

Sorry about the no post Saturday!!!! We had a power outage so I wasn't able to get internet. Tonight was a ton of fun. My sister-in-law had her birthday celebration tonight with girlfriends and I was invited to come along! I introduced her to the Lemon Drop...see above image. I am SUCH a bad influence!!! We had a great time at The Cheesecake Factory and it was fun telling stories and hanging out for a couple of hours. We all agreed that our 22 year old waiter thought I was crazy for taking this picture....I am sure he was thinking "those poor girls haven't been out in awhile!"

So true. We need to go out more often.

I am off to bed now. Night. Have a good start to your week everyone!

More Red and Yellow

2008-08-01T20:00:00.002-04:00

Roof View

July

My iTunes: See the Sun by The Kooks...yes, I'm on a Kooks kick!

I did not intend another red and yellow post but when I looked through my images from the Go Kart place I found this gem! I straightened it and didnt like it (I know, shocker) so I am posting the original in its off centered, tilted best. This is the roof that covers where all the anxious drivers stand before getting in their cart and burning rubber on the track...

Happy weekend all!

Tickets and Cokes

2008-07-31T22:52:00.002-04:00

Tickets

2008

My iTunes: Love It All by The Kooks

I love red and yellow! I snapped these at the Go Kart place where when I took Sadie and her friends for some fun! Who would have thought these two subjects could be so interesting?!?

I despise those yellow tickets. Why? I spend good money to watch my kids earn tickets to pick out something for a 10th of the price if what I paid for them to play the games! It's insane I tell you! Of course I know it's my fault for taking them there! But this is NOT about me!!!!! After one trip to Chuck E Cheese when my kids were little, the place was designated a GRANDPARENTS ONLY spot and my husband and I have never returned!!!

I hope everyone is well. Send me thoughts and prayers please as I am in talks to be hired for two more weddings. YAY! I am very excited at the possibilities of all that is happening and know it will all come together as it should...

Have a wonderful weekend!

Thirsty

My Jack

2008-07-30T21:14:00.002-04:00

John David

July 2008

My iTunes: Shine On by The Kooks

My Sadie gets a lot of exposure here...mainly because she is a teen and NEVER camera shy! That always makes a good subject. Her brothers are a little less excited about being in front of the camera but every now and then I manage to get one that is a genuine glimpse into their personalities. The odds are in my favor to get that pic seeing how my camera is NEVER off.

This one image Jack is one of those captures I am happy to get. He is more fashion forward than most of his 10 year old friends...he loves 80's music on his iPod, prefers to shop for his own shoes and clothes (like the shirt above and the orange converse shoes you don't see) and cleanliness is a top priority. He informed me last week that he is growing out his blond hair long...most moms might cringe but I was over the moon at the thought of it! I will be sure to update on his progress.

Today we all stayed close to home and are starting to feel better. Hope you all are well where ever you are!

Cluster of Orange

2008-07-29T23:02:00.004-04:00

May Day

May 2008

My iTunes: Revelation by Third Day

It is going to be short tonight. Three out of five of us are feeling under the weather...unfortunately I am one of them. This shot makes me smile so I will share it tonight. It's another shot from Colorado. One day we biked and biked and then biked some more and ended up resting for a bit on the river that winds its way through Durango. I can feel the wonderful, mountain breeze as I sit here in my kitchen in Atlanta. I saw these beautiful flowers and snapped them quickly before we headed on our way. Not the greatest of images but I sure like it.

Hope your week is going well!

Amp Love

2008-07-28T20:38:00.004-04:00

Turn It Up

July 2008

My iTunes: Easy To Love by Jubilee

OK, so maybe I have a thing for amps too! Feet and amps...what can I say? Here's another amp. It looks completely different from the one the day before yesterday! Don't you think?

I did post this for a reason....

Some of you are readers of Jeanne's blog. Please go and check her blog out if you have not already! Her daughter Grace is in a band called Jubilee out of Seattle. Music lover I am, I got in touch with her and asked about their website and myspace. I was so excited when the songs started playing. So I found them on iTunes and bought all I could. I hope you will follow the links below and listen for yourself and find out what Jubilee is all about! One word...AWESOME! My soul was smiling as I listened....

www.livejubilee.org

www.myspace.com/livejubilee

I have to say that it is refreshing to not only hear their music but to know their purpose. They are a Non-Profit band which means they give half their sales away to a worthy cause. They support IJM, the International Justice Mission...a human rights group that fights forced child prostitution and slavery around the world. I actually had heard of this organization while living in London, England where there is a very real grass roots effort taking place to end child prostitution. Below is the website for International Justice Mission.

www.ijm.org

Bless you all and if you ever need anything please feel free to contact me!

"Christ has set us free to live a free life. So take your stand! Never let anyone put a harness of slavery on you."

Galatians 5:1

The Message

Go Purple and Gold!

2008-07-27T22:55:00.004-04:00

Banner Time.

July 2008

My iTunes: Waiting For My Real Life to Begin by Colin Hay

What an awesome worship today!

Thanks to the uber-talented musicians that visited our church today. I wish them all the best and cannot wait to see them when they come back through Atlanta in September again! All who came to church this morning were blessed by their gifts....so thanks guys!

I snapped this shot the other day while my daughter and her cheer buddies were painting banners for the upcoming fall football season. It was screaming at me for a pic....so here it is. There is actually no gold here but you get the picture! It just didn't make sense to say "Go purple!".....

Have a wonderful week everyone! Please, please, please check out the song up top I am listening to tonight on iTunes. If you liked Men At Work in the 80's you will remember Colin Hay. This song is amazing and I heard it on the new series The Cleaner on the USA network. Also awesome! Let me know what you think of them both!

Ready for Worship

2008-07-26T20:23:00.004-04:00

Amp Shot

July 2008

My iTunes: No Other Name by Unhindered

Greetings!

Sorry for the missed post yesterday! I was in need of rest and so I took the night off! I am looking forward to tomorrow because I am weary and in need of some worship! For those of you who know me and read my blog...you all know how much music means to me. I cannot sing or play an instrument but it's in the the depths of my soul and fills me up daily...

I snapped this amplifier at a local guitar store. It was just sitting there...being all RED (which happens to be my favorite color!)...so I captured it. Kind of nice I think...I love the lines!

Have a wonderful weekend everyone!

Sister Love

2008-07-24T22:58:00.006-04:00

Katie and Brittany

July 2008

My iTunes: Don't You (Forget About Me) by Simple Minds

The Breakfast Club soundtrack

Seeing how my own sister's birthday is tomorrow, I knew this would be the perfect post.

Some of you know Brittany (top right)....she is a fellow blogger. She also happens to be the big sister of Katie (top left), who is friends with my daughter. I shot these images for fun the other day! Check her blog out and say hello.

Back to my sis, I love her...I miss her. Happy Birthday Kim! I don't see you nearly enough!

Have a good day tomorrow!

Kicking Back

Southern Hospitality

2008-07-23T23:19:00.003-04:00

One Day...

July 2008

My iTunes: Coldplay baby!

Short and sweet.

I snapped this while at a shoot at a bed and breakfast. What a warm welcome as you walk onto the porch. Just lovely. I am sure you "can" get this everywhere but I am a southern girl at heart and these are just the kinds of sentiments I love to have around me as much as possible!

Hope you all are well!

FINALLY....A Wordless Wednesday

2008-07-22T23:50:00.003-04:00

A Wall

July 2008

My iTunes: Leave Out All The Rest by Linkin Park

All of you know I am NEVER wordless.....

I shot this wall yesterday when I was photographing Sadie and her friends at a nearby church. Every two months or so I offer to take some pics at the location of their choice. It is always fun to do this with them and these are pictures she and her friends can have years from now. I will have more of those tomorrow maybe...it is too late tonight! Sorry for the lack of posting yesterday...I was exhausted from editing! I guess that is a good tired!

Hope you all are having a great week!

Goodbye Black.

2008-07-20T21:24:00.007-04:00

Those Eyes.

July 2008

My iTunes: Waiting for the World to Change by John Mayer

I usually warn you all when my Project is about to end but this time is going to be different!

I was going to post this image in black and white but just couldn't do it! Those eyes are wonderful and I could get lost in them. As I photographed this little one yesterday I found myself wondering how in the world his mom gets anything done during the day??? The entire family was wonderful and all three cousins have the most beautiful eyes! I am hoping that his mom and dad will be checking in here so they can get a sneak peek of what they will be looking over later in the week in their proofs.

Have a good week everyone! I will announce the next Project at the beginning of September so come and check it out!

Brothers

July 2008

Project Black. Take Eleven.

2008-07-19T21:37:00.003-04:00

Not Just a Chair.

July 2008

My iTunes: Thunder by Boys Like Girls

I had a fun shoot tonight at this quant bed and breakfast. It was great to meet my clients in person and we all clicked immediately! I was shooting 2 twin sisters and their grandchildren. I will be posting some of the wonderful pics after I am done editing.

I was so happy to see this retro lawn furniture when I arrived and when I spotted the old black paint on the back showing through I knew I had my next Project Black...I am in LOVE with this picture...

Thanks Courtney for a very fun shoot! It was a pleasure to meet your family!

Project Black. Take Ten.

2008-07-18T19:40:00.007-04:00

Three Peas in a Pod

April 2008

My iTunes: Change by John Waite (an 80's MUST listen!)

I had forgotten to edit some images for my daughter and her friends from awhile back and was gently reminded about it yesterday. Thanks KW! I apologize to my facebook friends that saw these yesterday when I posted them there! Lucky you...you get a second showing today!

It was fun to look back and even though it has only been a few months...everyone looks so different already! I enjoyed editing a job without pressure and I thought I would share a few that I liked that I edited in black and white.

Enjoy! Have a great weekend everyone!

Friends and Dirty Feet

SMILE GIRLS!

Project Black. Take Nine.

2008-07-17T21:16:00.004-04:00

Sticking with Signage...

July 2008

My iTunes: Penny and Me by Hanson

WOW...has it been 9 days already of Project Black? Time flies!

I actually have a TON of black in my house and I until yesterday, I hadn't shared much of it. Here is another piece. BTW, quilly's comment yesterday about cowbells under the newlyweds bed got everyone in stitches laughing! Thanks quilly! Man, I feel sorry for those two! Please go read her comment yesterday if you have not yet seen it!

This piece hangs in our kitchen. My sister has one also and it has followed us from home to home over the years. While I did not turn this image to black and white, I faded it quite a bit for a different look. In my quest to purge...this will not be going anywhere either! I guess you are realizing how hard it is for me to get rid of things!

Project Black. Take Eight.

2008-07-16T22:55:00.002-04:00

Cow Bells

July 2008

My iTunes: The Great Divide by Hanson

These are in my house. I love to go into antique stores and find things. However these days I no longer go hunting for goodies....why? Because I am purging any and all things not necessary. For some reason I have had enough. For now, these are staying. I like them. The top one is black and the other is a copper and black.

More tomorrow!

Project Black. Take Seven.

2008-07-15T21:47:00.003-04:00

Signage Part Two

July 2008

My iTunes: See The Sun by The Kooks

I could not resist this. I know, two signs in two days...well, I like it!

Actually, this is one of my favorites! And yes, I did break the rules again...but guess what??? Next time...NO RULES! :)

Mary Mac's Tea Room is in Midtown Atlanta. Please come and check them out when you are here to support out local economy! You will not be disappointed!

Project Black. Take Six.

2008-07-15T00:57:00.003-04:00

Signage

July 2008

My iTunes: Still Dave Matthews...see previous entry...

So I finally got it up! Here goes.....

I can't do a Project without at least one sign! My father-in-law took all his grandkids to lunch today and I snapped this! Mary Mac's Tea Room is an Atlanta favorite if you want homestyle southern food. On my handwritten order? Chicken and dumplings, green beans and fried green tomatoes. YUM! Anyhow...it was great!

I am kind of Mr. Linky'ed out right now so I am not putting the links up. Tomorrow I am home all afternoon and night so I am going to catch up on all my commenting...if you haven't heard from me yet...I WILL BE THERE...I promise! Also, I am going to be doing Project Black for a few more days at least for those who have been asking...

Have a good week everyone!

Project Black. Intermission.

2008-07-15T00:19:00.002-04:00

My iTunes: Crash by Dave Matthews Band

Hey everyone! Is anyone else having the same problem as me? I am not able to load up my picture. As soon as I can do it, it will be up for you! Hope your luck is better than mine!

Project Black. Take Five.

2008-07-13T22:22:00.003-04:00

My New Moo
July 2008

My iTunes: Gravel Lines by Amy Seeley

Hey everyone! OK....I am so excited! I got my new MOO business cards! They just started printing regular size cards and had a special offer and since I am in LOVE with everything MOO...I ordered some. MOO uses all your own images on your cards which is wonderful to give people a glimpse into your work when you only have a few seconds to make an impression.

Do you know how elated I was to see the black case they arrived in? Hello Take Five! Here is a couple of snapshots of them! I can't tell you how much I am hooked on MOO. I use them for all sorts of things for my business and my clients. Email me if you are interested in all the ways I use them...I would be happy to share!

I know the Mr. Linky thing has gotten a bit crazy so DO NOT SIGN UP AGAIN IF YOU ALREADY HAVE DONE IT! I will figure out a better system for next time! I am glad to see so many new participants! I am still making my way around to all of you so thanks for being patient with me!

See you tomorrow!

PROJECT BLACK PARTICIPANTS

Project Black. Take Four.

2008-07-12T21:16:00.003-04:00

Looking Up for Black

June 2008

My iTunes: To Be Love by David Glenn

This shot was taken in Durango at the train station. I mean, who doesn't love a lantern? When we lived in Europe I as always enjoying finding new lights. They are all so different!

I need to be clear about Mr. Linky...please sign up ONLY ONCE. You just add the URL to your main page and people will always see your latest addition to the project. If you have signed below more than once you may see that one (or more) of your names are taken off. Thanks for trying to do this right....it's very time consuming to go to each individual post if you are up more than once! Thanks for your help and thanks to those of you who have emailed me or contacted me when you realized what to do!

Everyone still having fun???

PROJECT BLACK PARTICIPANTS

Project Black. Take Three.

2008-07-11T21:13:00.003-04:00

I Think I Can!

June 2008

My iTunes: Thunder by Boys Like Girls

OK, so I am breaking the second rule in two days...again, I am not so good with rules.

This shot is another absolute favorite from CO and I am thinking Mike will like this one! Check out his site and his PB post from yesterday....Men In Black anyone? Very creative. Anyhow, as everyone was sitting on the train in Durango, I was out in front of it...my boys were VERY nervous that I would get left behind. No worries, I made it...barely.

The black is looking good everyone! Keep it up. I am still trying to get to everyone and comment so thanks for your patience! If you are new to Project Black below is what you need to do to get started.

1. Turn on your camera.

2. Find black.

3. Take picture.

4. OK, if you are me, take the lens cap off....then take picture.

5. Post your image.

6. Link back to me.

7. Sign Mr. Linky

It's that simple.

Have fun!

PROJECT BLACK PARTICIPANTS

Project Black. Take Two.

2008-07-10T21:27:00.005-04:00

In Case It Isn't Clear....There Is A Sign.

June 2008

My iTunes: Back In Black by AC/DC

Hi ya'll! How is everyone enjoying Project Black? It is a challenge isn't it? I sure think so. I am breaking my own rule for myself during my challenges (for anyone who knows me, you aren't surprised at all!). For the most part, my images are taken that day but it was brought to my attention by one of my good friends (thanks Tim) that I did not post a lot of my Colorado images....well let me tell you, the only color they have more of in Colorado than brown...IS BLACK! So I will be sharing a few of my images from there as well as day to day ones here.

This shot was taken at the BAR-D Chuckwagon. It's a supper and music show that is great for the whole famliy. Be sure to check out the link and if you are ever in Durango this is a must see. We were guests of the man who started it in 1969 and later in the week we were invited to return and I took tons of pictures for them for their use as a thank you. It was such a good time!

Please remember to link back here and sign Mr. Linky...ONLY ONCE!

Now go find more black!

PROJECT BLACK PARTICIPANTS

And The Color Is......

2008-07-09T22:20:00.003-04:00

July 2008

OK, so I am REALLY excited about this one! Why? I love black...ask anyone who knows me! So get creative and have fun and please...no black and white images! Find black in color! I will be coming around checking on you so be ready!

I can't wait to see what you all come up with! Make sure to sign up below on Mister Linky...ONLY ONCE PLEASE!

Happy Hunting!

PROJECT BLACK PARTICIPANTS

Shoe Envy

2008-07-08T22:36:00.003-04:00

Her New Shoes

July 2008

My iTunes: It Ends Tonight by All American Rejects

Sorry for the "no show" yesterday...

Things have been a bit hectic and crazy and so I opted to collect myself and rest last night. I am loving this pic. Sadie got a new pair of shoes today...and of course, I love them! I have some just like it! But hers are WAY cooler. The color rocks! Anyhow, there they are. I'm not a shoe girl but I am a converse and flip flop girl so these are right up my alley.

Happy day today to you all! Thanks for all of the comments on my photo shoot images I have posted. I've had a lot of fun and I'm learning a lot! Tomorrow night is the first new Project ? post so be sure to come by to check it out!

Brothers & Sisters

2008-07-06T23:19:00.003-04:00

At The Mechanic Shop

After a quick change...a more traditional shot

Stuck In The Middle...

June 2008

My iTunes: Free Fallin' (Live) by John Mayer

OK, so my clients said I could post these but the shoot was a surprise so I am hoping their Dad doesn't see! If these are your kids....turn away now and check your work email or something!

*******

Everyone else still here with me?

Let's continue...

The day I shot this was a blast! Three siblings, the Atlanta heat and 2 hours. It started well when we found the train sitting on the tracks and decided to climb all over it for 10 minutes or until we were kicked off! Thankfully, no one was arrested! Hehehe. The second shot reminded me of the Brady Bunch! It actually is a liquor store but it was too cool not to shoot there!

Seriously, each of them gave me therer best and were good sports. They did whatever I asked and we got some great pics! These are just a sampling of the fun! Enjoy!

BTW, my new project starts on Wednesday! Get ready!

All Lined Up

On The Tracks

All Aboard!

Baptism and Bubbles

2008-07-05T23:08:00.005-04:00

Fun with Bubbles

June 2008

Brother and Sister

My iTunes: Underneath by Alanis Morrisette

OK, so know that I am busy with my photography, I hope you all don't mind that I share favorites from my sessions of late. On this day I photographed a family celebration of a baptism. It was fun to meet the whole family and watch the cousins together. It makes me miss my family that is far from me. I have picked a few favorites that I hope you will enjoy!

Have a restful weekend everyone! And if anyone out there is waiting...the new Project will be starting soon! I promise.

Precious

Kissing Cousins...

Those Big Eyes!

Oh, How They Grow!

2008-07-04T23:47:00.003-04:00

R and K

July 2008

My iTunes: Sky by Joshua Radin

Hi everyone! I have been crazy busy the last week with my company so sorry for the late blogging! I am headed to bed after a day of goodbyes to our friends and A LOT of editing of my latest jobs. I shot this (and several others) for my friends that were here visiting. They are missionaries and needed some photos to show their supporters.

I have missed them so and I love that we had time together! It was so special and I will treasure every moment!

My Red, White and Blue

2008-07-02T23:29:00.002-04:00

Patriotic Wall
June 2008

My iTunes: 24/7 by Andrew Balkwill

Hey! Man, I am posting late again...

I shot this at one of my photo shoots last week and it made me feel...patriotic! It's a package liquor store...no, I wasn't there as a patron...I was looking for interesting backdrops. Anyhow, the building was red and white and the sky was incredibly blue that day!

I like it. Hope you all do too!

pLaYtiMe

2008-07-01T22:29:00.003-04:00

Bumps and Bruises
June 2008

My iTunes: Free Fallin' (Live) by John Mayer

This is going to be short....again! I am so sorry, I am exhausted and need a good nights rest! Anyone who knows me, knows I love feet. I take them at almost every shoot. This shot was taken at my photo shoot the other day. I love the band-aid. Doesn't that say everything about being boy? About being a kid? Most moms would want me to Photoshop those out...but not this one! I love that. It was very cool.

Hope you all are having a great week!

Meter Reader

2008-06-30T17:07:00.002-04:00

Kilowattage
June 2008

My iTunes: Forever You May Run by Gavin Rossdale

Sorry this is so quick. Our company arrived so we are headed out for the evening. I snapped this today while at my photo shoot. These meters work overtime here in Atlanta. It is awfully hot and humid this time of year. I am missing the rainy cold days of London.

Cousins.

2008-06-29T23:01:00.002-04:00

Hand In Hand
June 2008

My iTunes: Love Remains the Same by Gavin Rossdale

What a week! It sure was busy but it was so much fun! I am looking forward to getting to some commenting this week and soon....a new project will be coming!

Even though today is traditionally the day of rest, I photographed a family (and their extended family) after a christening. This is one of those reasons that I love being a photographer...I get to make a record during an intimate part of people's lives. How cool is that?!?! They just let me in and share their world. I love this job! While I will be busy editing my last four jobs from this past week, I wanted to share a snapshot that I loved from today. These two were so cute and seem to be two peas in a pod. I have another shoot tomorrow at the crack of dawn...I will share that as well in the next few days!

Hope you all are doing well and have a great start to your week! Congrats to Robert for getting through his first wedding job! Make sure to go and check it out! He did a great job!

Time to Pause

2008-06-28T22:53:00.002-04:00

Going All Over
June 2008

My iTunes: People Are Strange by The Doors

As I sit here, I should be cleaning. Some friends are coming for a visit and I am so excited for them to get here! They are friends from London and they will be here all next week.

I snapped this shot the other day at a photo session. The shoot was a blast. As I watched the train go by loaded down with all the containers is brought back memories of when we loaded our own container to move to the UK and then loaded it to come back home to the States. Time sure does fly...

It is good to be home.

Tires For Sale.

2008-06-27T22:32:00.003-04:00

Tires
June 2008

My iTunes: Let My Love Open the Door by Pete Townsend

This is going ot be short after my incredibly long week! This is a tire place near me. I just had to get a pic because I love the colors and writing. Looking at this now I should have gotten some images of the tires themselves! Maybe next time!

Have a wonderful weekend everyone!

Good Days

2008-06-26T22:17:00.005-04:00

Hanging Around

June 2008

My iTunes: I'm In Love With A Girl by Gavin DeGraw

That's my girl.

With a teen you have your good days and your not so good days. Today was a good one. No particular reason or event....it included nice words and laughter, sprinkled with patience and self control. It was lovely. I snapped this as she played with our labradoodle Riley, tonight in the backyard. She is always asking me why I love these types of shots so much where you can't see faces. I am not sure exactly what it is that draws me into this...but I shot it everytime I am shooting people.

How about you? Do you all like this type of shot as well? Why?

sPeCiAl dEliVeRy

2008-06-25T21:28:00.006-04:00

Oh Yeah! It is a perfect fit in my driveway!
June 2008

This one will probably get better
gas mileage that what I am getting
right now! You think?

My iTunes: Nine In The Afternoon by Panic at the Disco

It is all my fault.

When Robert called and asked if he could pick my brain about the upcoming wedding he was shooting this weekend I was happy to help (after I was convinced he wasn't a psycho...). When our conversation ended he said he would like to send a little something along to me. Being the sarcastic person I am I told him there was no need for him to send me that Ferrari I had been wanting....

Fast forward to today.

I got my Ferrari....all two inches of it. It is a bute! Thanks so much Robert for being so funny and making me almost get into an accident when I started laughing so hard after opening it. Yes, I opened it while driving...BAD ANNA! ;) I snapped these shots tonight...I wanted to get my new car in my driveway. Pretty cool huh?

I know....ya'll are jealous! Hehehehe. Don't be...know I have two boys rolling on the floor fighting over it as I type!

My sons, Jack and Sam gave me some facts about my new car:

1. The Enzo Ferrari was named after the designer.
2. It is the fastest Ferrari.
3. There was a limited editions made.
4. It is the most expensive Ferrari made.

Wait??? Was I supposed to leave it in the package? Darn it.

Have a good one everyone!

Missing Him.

2008-06-24T23:07:00.002-04:00

One Day....
May 2008

My iTunes: Gravel Lines by Amy Seeley

One day we will have chairs like these....looking down a lane like this one. Maybe waiting for our kids to come visit...with our grandkids of course! A LONG TIME FROM NOW. On days when I feel wordless, it is NEVER a Wednesday....so this cannot be a Wordless Wednesday post.

I think my title says it all...I hope he is checking this tonight.

Go Vikings Go.

2008-06-23T23:11:00.003-04:00

Varsity Ready Position
June 2008

My iTunes: Clocks by Coldplay

Hi everyone! Sorry I have been so lax in my commenting. I have been incredibly busy the last few days and my better half had to be on a business trip! Can anyone say tired?? Anyhow, this week is a big week for me on the business front. I have two portrait sessions, I am photographing the JV and Varsity cheerleading camp at my daughters school (more on that in a sec) and VBS at our church. Oh and I just got finished doing Part 1 of a political session with a great woman who is running for County Commissioner. It has been very hectic but I am loving it! Not to mention I am getting my name out there on different fronts and learning a TON!

The shot above of the Varsity squad was taken this afternoon. I love the reflection on the floor! The shot below is the JV squad. My daughter (who has never cheered before) decided she was going to try out for cheerleading at her high school a few months ago. Of course, I freaked. Why? Because I NEVER cheered. Growing up in Kentucky, if you weren't cheering out of the womb you were out of luck at tryouts...it is serious there...along with college basketball. Well, she trained and practiced and she made the JV squad. I am so proud of her. I told her she will never be able to tell me she can't do something. NEVER. :)

I am officially hired to do all the cheerleading pictures both groups and individual so I basically I am team photographer. It is so fun and my daughter and I are getting to spend tons of time together hanging out. I love being a part of this community and they have embraced me and my business which has been a real blessing.

Have a good one!

JV Ready Position
June 2008

Looking Up, Back, and Under.

2008-06-22T22:34:00.002-04:00

Flower View
June 2008

My iTunes: No Air by Jordin Sparks and Chris Brown

Short post tonight...almost non-existent....except for the photo. I have a long night ahead of me and a big day tomorrow. I have cleaning to do and I am on a roll....so I will get back to it.

Isn't this shot lovely though? I love flowers from the back...let's face it...the petals get ALL the glory....

Enjoy it!

Concert Bound

2008-06-21T21:30:00.003-04:00

Piano Man
April 2008

My iTunes: Death and All His Friends by Coldplay

YAY! I am the proud owner of six Coldplay tickets! I am so glad I was able to get them! My sister will be coming in November with her girls and then we are all going to see them here in Atlanta. The last time I saw Coldplay in concert was 3 years ago. It was an amazing show... surprisingly intimate in an amphitheater in Raleigh, NC. The guys were funny and had quite a bit of banter with the crowd which I loved.

I have always had a passion for music and anything having to do with music. Not that I can carry a tune or play an instrument....I cannot. Lucky for ya'll. I got this shot at a photo session a couple of months ago and was waiting to use it. The boy who is playing in this shot has been playing for a long time and has even started writing his own music. Very cool. This seems appropriate for a post celebrating music and the joy that it brings me personally.

I am just ready to see Chris Martin playing that piano of his in person!

See you all tomorrow!

You're HIRED.

2008-06-20T19:55:00.004-04:00

Making Her Way
May 2008

My iTunes: Life in Technicolor by Coldplay

I think I am somewhat of a wedding photographer now. I got hired just last week for my next wedding. Through word of mouth (in a different state I might add), I am shooting another wedding in October in Kentucky. I have to thank my sister who also happens to be one of my biggest fans for littering my hometown with my business cards to who ever she may meet! She met someone while out shopping and ended up telling her about me. We emailed back and forth a few times and now I am hired! YAY! She seems like a seriously cool person and just wants me to shoot the way I love with very little posing and lots of detail and artistic flair. I am very excited and looking forward it! Another blogger friend, Robert also has some great news...make sure to check out his blog here.

This shot was from my last wedding. I have not posted it before although it is one of my favorites. Just looking at this I am excited about all that is to come as I am TOTALLY enjoying this ride!

Have a great weekend! Wish me luck...I will be trying to get Coldplay concert tickets that go on sale tomorrow for their Viva La Vida tour that is hitting Atlanta in November. I will update you tomorrow!

I Can't Resist.

2008-06-19T17:32:00.005-04:00

Signage
June 2008

My iTunes: Madness by Alanis Morrisette
(I am listening to this A LOT! Great stuff!)

Ok, this shot isn't about composition, lighting or depth of field. This is basically a window into my relationship with my mom. We always joke with my mom about how she says things and then adds "just kidding" on the end. It is kind of scary because we all know that she normally means whatever comes before the "just kidding"...I (and maybe a few others linked to me by DNA) think she only adds that so our feelings don't get hurt. It really is funny. Actually it happened today when we talked on the phone!

Anyhow, on out first day in Durango we passed by this sign and while we were there we passed it about another 100 times. Every single time I saw it, I thought of my mom and how much I miss her since she lives far from me. I sure wish she would visit...hint, hint. ;) I just had to take this. And I love the colors. I love the hotel signs from the West. I got a couple more I will share later on next week.

Have a great weekend coming up everyone!

Double Digits

2008-06-18T22:36:00.005-04:00

Getting Ready!
June 2008

My iTunes: Naive by The Kooks

Sorry to be away for a couple of days....

In my house today....10 is the new 16! Our middle child turned 10 today. Another child in double digits. WOW. When did that happen? We had a great day. Fresh off of some serious jetlag and exhaustion from travel, we had this important birthday to celebrate!

We already knew what he wanted. A bike. Not just any bike. This bike. He looks like a adult (ok, a small one) on this 26 inch bike. These shots were taken today...yes, I do manage to get some shots of my kids in! We had a great day together and topped it off with dinner with family. Thanks Peg.

Happy Birthday Jack!

Foot on the pedals...
June 2008

He's a Pro

Manic Monday

2008-06-16T02:33:00.003-04:00

Good Morning
June 2008

My iTunes: Every Breath You Take by The Police

Hey everyone...

I am posting as I pack in the middle of the night as we prepare to head back home. Later this morning, the kids will wake up and then we will start a day that will seem to last FOREVER as we travel back to the east coast and back to our normal time zone. In case it is not clear yet, I MAY not be posting tomorrow but you never know!

I shot this image the morning after we arrived in Durango. I rolled out of bed, went out on the deck and was staring at this beautiful sight. What wonderful view to greet me everyday! I sure will miss this place.

Take care and have a great start to your week!

Why He's A Wonderful Dad...

2008-06-14T23:08:00.006-04:00

Grand Canyon Fun
June 2008

My iTunes: There Is A Reason by Caedmon's Call

Happy Birthday and Father's Day to my better half! For 10 days a year we are the same age. The 15th is the day he is officially older than me...again! I cannot imagine my life without him. To put it simple, I am just a better person with him. God very purposefully put us together and I am so grateful for the day he was born. He is the father of our three wonderful children and as you can see in the pictures above an below...he is a kid at heart. He is always doing crazy stuff like this! He really needs to stop being so shy in front of the camera! That is one of the reasons I fell in love with him. He is the boys favorite playmate and as for Sadie...well, she is Daddy's girl.

We love you very much!

As a side note, I do realize these would have been perfect for Project Blue. ;)

"Anna loves me!" Hehehe.
Happy at Monument Valley
June 2008

Merrick Butte View

2008-06-13T21:48:00.003-04:00

Monument Valley in Black and White
June 2008

My iTunes: Not As We by Alanis Morissette

On our whirlwind tour of Arizona, near the border of Utah, we made sure to stop at Monument Valley after we went to the Grand Canyon. There just are not words for what we have seen the last few days. Magnificent is one. Breathtaking is another. Those still don't do any of it justice.

This is one of my favorite shots from Monument Valley...mainly because of the tree in the foreground. Hope you all like it and it makes you want to go for a visit.

Window Through Time

2008-06-12T22:23:00.004-04:00

"Looking Through"
June 2008

My iTunes: Underneath by Alanis Morissette

This shot above would've been perfect for Mark's Project Look Through...except that I am a month and a half late!

Anyhow, I shot this on our trip Mesa Verde, Colorado. It really is an amazing place where you can walk around the ancient cliff dwellings made by the Puebloan people. The structures are dated back to 600 A.D. I got several great shots but this one stood out to me. All of you know I prefer close ups for detail but I had to get one farther back and that image is below.

The kids are much better and fever free after resting for the day, so we will resume our adventuring tomorrow!

Spruce Tree House
Mesa Verde, CO

Looking Back...

2008-06-12T01:16:00.009-04:00

Image shot by Jeanne for the finale of her Project Green

My iTunes: All Around the World by Oasis

Hi all!

OK, so I am not asleep....I have night duty this evening watching my sick one sleep. I thought I would pass some time by posting what I had been meaning to do earlier today. I have had so much fun with all these projects. It all started with a little red bench I saw and the title "Project Red. Take One"...the rest is history. It turned into this wonderful project with all of you participating! It is so exciting to be meeting all of you and sharing our color finds with each other in Blogland! I am STILL looking through Project Blue posts since I have been on vacation so also thanks for being patient as I make my way around to each of you!

Through these projects many of you have made me laugh whether with your posts....or with your comments to me. Some people have incorporated me with their posts and I have enjoyed that as well. I love that some of you may be noticing something in your everyday that you might have otherwise overlooked or that you have gotten creative again with the challenge to find a color. Here are just three I thought I would share with you all. I hope you like these as much as I did!

See you in July from another Project!

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In the Land of Carson where the angles lie.
One Color to rule them all, One Color to find them,
One Color to bring them all and in the project bind them
In the Land of Carson where the angles lie.

Poetic license of Tolkein's work by Carletta on her final Project Blue

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Created by Amy for Project Yellow!

Thanks everyone for embracing these projects and having so much fun! It is my pleasure to be finding all the colors of the rainbow with each of you! Be ready for more in early July!

Playing Midnight Nurse...

2008-06-12T01:06:00.002-04:00

Evening all....actually to some of you it is early in the am!

I just got back from the Grand Canyon with two sick kids and I am exhausted! We had fun but our boys had a pretty rough day. I sure hope they are better in the morning.

I will be posting in the am! Please check back!

Project Blue. Take Ten. What a Ride!

2008-06-11T00:20:00.003-04:00

Alternate Blue Bike
June 2008

My iTunes: Never Going Back to OK by The Afters

Howdy all!

Greetings from no-where-ville, Arizona.

We were spontaneous and decide to head to the Grand Canyon! When I write spontaneous, I mean we were in Mesa Verde and planning to go to the Grand Canyon later in the week and decided to keep driving. No bags packed or anything....just the five of us and a map! Yes, we are having fun but I have not been able to get my picture to load for tonight...it has taken FOREVER! At 1 a.m. eastern time, I finally got it to work through Flickr.

When we were in Mesa Verde today, I was so excited to get a striking blue pic of an amazing blue Harley Davidson. Unfortunately I could not get it off my camera for posting tonight. I will post it soon but I did have this shot from yesterday of a very retro bicycle I passed as we were walking in Durango. I hope you all like it.

Please come back tomorrow for a special look back to Project Yellow and Project Green courtesy of two project participants! Thanks to all of you for your participation in this project! It has been a great time! BTW, the next project will be coming at the beginning of July! Make sure to check back...

Farewell Project Blue!

Have a good day wherever you are in the world!

Project Blue. Take Nine.

2008-06-09T19:36:00.003-04:00

Finding Our Way
June 2008

My iTunes: Linger by The Cranberries

OK, so I was supposed to be somewhere else today so I don't have the picture I was intending. Our plans changed which is fine....it is after all, vacation! I snapped this as we were driving...actually, I made my husband find a place to stop so I could get out and take the picture. I love blue and yellow together so I was thrilled to see this sign.

Hope you all are well. The final Project Blue for me is tomorrow and I will be ready to move on to some of my regular daily blogging. I will let you all know tomorrow when my next Project will be but I will not be announcing the color!

Have a great week everyone!

PROJECT BLUE PARTICIPANTS

Project Blue. Take Eight.

2008-06-08T19:10:00.007-04:00

My World View (for today)
June 2008

My iTunes: Violet Hill by Coldplay

Hi everyone! I have an early post today!

Today was our four wheeling day! So fun but we are all exhausted. We went to Missionary's Ridge. It was 18 mile long trail up and at our highest point we were at about 10,000 feet. Pretty cool. At the top, was Henderson Lake. We rested there and ate some snacks before heading back down the way we came. This has been the best family day we have had in a long time. Everyone was laughing, helping each other out and just having fun. Our kids are at the ages now where we can enjoy a lot together which has been nice. I am glad I got some pics to remember it for many years to come! We are hoping to take the four wheelers again to Silverton later next week!

The top shot is one of my favorites. That was the view at Henderson Lake from my four wheeler I was riding. Stunning doesn't even begin to describe the views all along the ride. Below there is a pic of Sadie and the last image is that "HAVE TO" image...to prove I was indeed there. My blogger friend John, reminded me I had to take one of these after his post from yesterday! Thanks a lot! And BTW, there is blue in each of these photos even though the top shot is my addition today to the project!

Tomorrow I have a special surprise post. My last Project Blue will be Tuesday night! Whatever will I do?

Sadie Girl

Me....the unwilling participant with a smile. ;)

Project Blue. Take Seven.

2008-06-07T18:40:00.003-04:00

Lunch at Stone House
June 2008

My iTunes: Your Love by The Outfield

Weekend hellos!

We spent the day riding the bikes we rented. It was great fun considering this was the first time we have all been able to ride...and keep up, now that both boys can ride two-wheelers! We rode and rode....stopping only to watch the white water rafters, the kayakers and of course...lunch. We stopped at Stone House Subs and it was yummy! I highly recommend this local favorite if you visit Durango.

Hope everyone is enjoying their weekend!

Project Blue. Take Six.

2008-06-07T00:05:00.005-04:00

All Aboard!
June 2008

My iTunes: Be My Escape by Relient K

Greetings all from the West!

Thanks for all my birthday wishes for today and yesterday! I had a very good day and wasn't "blue" at all! ;) Sorry this is up late...we have been gone ALL day and into this evening!

Today, we went on the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad train to Silverton, Colorado. It is very hard to describe in words the experience. AMAZING. MAJESTIC. Those are just a couple of words that come to mind. I took so many pictures and I still sifting!

I hope you like this one. I snapped this one along with 100 others BEFORE the train ever left the station. YIKES. I am very happy with because I like that he is not looking at me....it seems very realistic. I did not even realize I captured it until I saw it later at home.
Mike, you would have been proud and Mark, well, you should have seen me hanging out the train car. I was having my boys steady me for "the" shot. I am telling you, I have gone crazy...I am now pulling my kids in to the MADNESS!

Luckily, the sky was blue and the engineer was wearing blue as well! A perfect combo for my post! He was even nice enough to take a few pics for me of the inside of the engine when I asked. Very cool.

See you tomorrow for MORE Project Blue! Is everyone still having fun?
Remember that you only need to add your web address ONCE to Mr. Linky!

Project Blue. Take Five.

2008-06-05T16:24:00.005-04:00

Birthday Blue

June 2008

My iTunes: Love Remains The Same by Gavin Rossdale

Happy birthday to me...(or should I say anniversary?)

Yes, today I am celebrating my 7th anniversary of my 29th birthday! Thanks TIM for my birthday shout out! :)

I know some of you have questions about the Mr. Linky so I will answer those now. When you are posting your Project Blue, all you have to do is enter your web address ONCE...that way when some one clicks the link, they will see your site and can scroll through your blues. Make sense? So there is no need to enter more than once for each post. Also, you can find blue every day with me or just once or twice...whatever you feel like doing. I hope this helps!

See you tomorrow with more blue additions!

Project Blue. Take Four.

2008-06-04T12:24:00.006-04:00

Letter Box
June 2008

My iTunes: Green Eyes by Coldplay

Greetings all from out West! So sorry for the lateness of my post!

We are traveling through Colorado and I have finally managed to snag myself some internet access! YAY! I am stunned by all these comments and participants in Project Blue. Since my internet is the way it is for awhile, I will be visiting blogs SLOWLY....but I will be there so keep posting! I am enjoying all I am seeing!

When I chose blue as the color this time around, I had no idea how hard it was going to be to find blue in Colorado! Browns and greens are covered...blue is A LOT harder! I don't use the images in my archives when I do these projects so I have been on a blue obsessed photo hunt for the last 36 hours! And I found ONE! Yes, only one. This image is so fitting! Here I am trying to communicate with all of you come hell or high water, and I find this old letter box standing upright in the depot of the Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. (Mike, if you are reading this, you are going to love the images I am bringing home with me!) I don't think I have ever seen a mailbox like this and thought it was very "old school"...it stands on a post like a gum ball machine.

Seeing this got me thinking of how communication has changed through the years and how I love my email and how I can be "in touch" instantly with those in my life. I rarely get a hand written letter unless it is from my 76 year old great Aunt Jane. Never know, maybe I will take some time and write a few letters while I am on vacation.

See ya'll tomorrow!

Project Blue. Take Three.

2008-06-02T17:31:00.003-04:00

Looking to the Skies
June 2008

My iTunes: Real World by Matchbox 20

This is going to be short. Our family is off a BIG adventure! It has started with a bit if a bump....two words...stolen. bag....but all will be good. More on that later. At church we had a sermon yesterday about peace and trying not to worry...I am thinking that was a VERY timely sermon for us.

I snapped this image at the airport. I love flying and this window gave me a neck ache after awhile. I love going to places I have never been before. I have little butterflies in my stomach!

I will not have internet easily where we will be but I will try to find it here and there so I can post daily! Keep finding blue and I will too! I am enjoying all the entries!

Project Blue. Take Two

2008-06-01T22:34:00.003-04:00

Faded Blue Flower
June 2008

My iTunes: Don't Look Back In Anger by Oasis

Hey everyone! I am so glad that everyone (most everyone) seems thrilled about doing the color blue! I am enjoying it I must say!

This was taken in my backyard this morning before church. Isn't it pretty? I am no green thumb! This along the the 10 other bushes around my yard was courtesy of the previous owner. YAY for me! :)

Keep finding blue! See you tomorrow!

Project Blue. Take One.

2008-05-31T22:36:00.004-04:00

All Up in the Grill
May 2008

My iTunes: Champagne Supernova by Oasis

Welcome Project Blue! For those of you who are new, go out with your camera and find blue...post it on your blog and link back to me here so others can follow along! I am looking forward to sharing the blue in my world with each of you!

This subject is a little beat up and old...but I am loving it! I snapped this at dinner tonight as we left and noticed this blue beauty parked next to my car. I told you all I wouldn't take a picture until today and decide the color...

Make sure you sign the list below if you participate!

Hello Sun

2008-05-30T22:55:00.002-04:00

Good Morning Sunshine
May 2008

My iTunes: Beautiful Mystery by Telecast

Hi everyone...I promised you a Hawaiian sunrise so here it is...

In the wee hours of the morning before we left Maui, we were picked up at 2:05 am at our hotel. We were driven up to the top of a volcano to watch the sunrise. After the sun was up were rode bikes down to the bottom. It was amazing.

When the sun began to show itself...I was captivated by the line in the horizon. The beautiful blues, oranges and yellows. Just majestic. If you click the image you can see the clouds...as it got brighter you could see the clouds spilling into the crater. You can see it in the image below. Beautiful.

The shot below is of me with the crater behind me. I am dressed in my all weather gear they provided to me to ride the bike in freezing temperatures. As the elevation dropped, the temperatures rose and the layers were peeled off one at a time! It was a blast and I recommend that if you go to Maui...please do this bike trip!

Everyone get ready....my new Project starts tomorrrow! I haven't even decided on a color yet!
Have a good weekend everyone!

Me and the Crater (and the Sun...)

My Last Hawaiian Sunset

2008-05-29T22:20:00.003-04:00

Pretty Hues
May 2008

My iTunes: Just for Now by Imogen Heap

Breathtaking.

There is no other word to describe a Hawaiian sunset. John and I have traveled all over the world and I just have never seen anything to rival it. Tracey and I made a point to see sunrises and sunsets while we were there and I am so glad we did. We did comment about the sunset that night being incredibly long...it took over an hour for the sun to completely set. It was worth every second we sat there. The image below is when I was walking on the beach that same night...I always look up but at that moment...I looked behind me. Cool shot I think.

Tomorrow? The last sunrise I saw on my trip. Hope you all are doing well!

Looking Behind Me

Flat On My Back...Hawaiian Style

2008-05-28T22:18:00.006-04:00

Dreaming in Black and White

May 2008

My iTunes: Nine In The Afternoon by Panic at the Disco

My regular blog readers know that I have an affinity for looking up and taking pictures. Another blogger friend Joel had done a post I had liked a while back. Please check out his blog. Once you visit you will be a regular like I am. He normally posts once a week or so. Anyhow, this image is in response to his post titled FLAT ON MY BACK. I had this post in mind when I laid down in the sand just before sunset in Maui. It came just how I wanted.

I am missing my vacation as I look at this image.

Happy Birthday to my good friend timtim...
See you soon in Atlanta! Please check out his blog as well!

Sugar and Spice

2008-05-27T21:41:00.006-04:00

So Tired!
May 2008

My iTunes: Call It Life by Amy Seeley

This is the last of my photo session posts for a bit. As of tomorrow, I will be back to my regularly scheduled blogging of all things "ordinary and routine"...

My next Color Project will be starting this weekend so please check back!

Now you can meet "E"...

My daughter is in high school so I look at these and can't help but be wistful about when she was a baby. I had such fun shooting her while in Hawaii. She was after all, the perfect little subject. I hope you like these shots!

Hope everyone is getting back to a normal week after the long, and hopefully restful weekend!

And Baby Makes Three!

Isn't She Lovely?

So Sweet

Looking Up

Father and Daughter