Madie

Sweet Madie!

My beautiful neighbor is officially a high school junior & going to prom! AH! Only yesterday she was 13!!

She’s always been a wonderful girl — and she’s turning into a remarkable, intelligent & beautiful woman!

I ❤ her so much!

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My favorite clan

A mini-session of my favorite family in Florida. 30 years of friendship gets you “favorite” status. 🙂

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Happy birthday kid!

It’s crazy to think that you’re just about the same age now, as your mom & I were when we became best friends!

Finding balance, SUP yoga studio

This might be the hardest shoot I’ve ever undertaken! Taking pictures of a moving, floating yoga studio; from a moving, floating kayak … shockingly, is pretty freakin’ complicated! But, so much fun.

Felicia, from Supvasana Yoga, kindly held a private class for some of my friends (and some yoga ringers 😉 ) last week. She provides the boards & paddles, you bring the sunscreen & a sense of calm. I can’t wait until next time, when I get out of the kayak & onto my board.

http://www.supvasanayoga.com         Nevada County’s premier floating fitness & yoga studio.         530-575-0240

Sup Yoga class

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When I lived at sea, my yoga practice was all about balance.

I was surprised to find that when I brought that practice back to shore, I was stronger & more centered.

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Namaste!

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Behind the lens again!

If you’ve been following my posts you’ll know that this past year has been very productive, if not very visible, for me. I’ve been working behind the scenes as a digital retoucher … read: photoshop geek. It’s great fun. I work for a variety of clients doing so many different types of photoshop work that it would be impossible to get bored. But, I’ve been missing something …

This month, I was pleased to add a large construction firm to my client list.

The best part, I get to be BEHIND the camera!

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Mama Emily

My radiant yoga teacher Emily is expecting!

I’ve been watching her guide class, for the past 7 months, with a fluidity & grace that defies earthly limitations. And gravity. Watching her, with impressive belly, show our class how to do a handstand was humbling. You can’t even be jealous of someone with skills like that … it’s just awesome. And it makes me happy.

We’ve been trying to get together for this photo shoot for months. I caught her just in time. Her sweet baby boy arrived a few weeks later.

** This photo shoot happened in January! Woah, am I behind on posting things. 🙂

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The Martin Family

I’m so delighted that the Martin family is officially my family. Our parents were married last weekend.

They are about to expand their clan to five. How exciting! I really hoped we’d be able to carve out some time for a photo session during the chaotic wedding week. Alas, we were only able to sneak away during the reception for 15 minutes. But hey! 15 minutes is 15 minutes. And I think we got some good shots to show for it.

I’m super excited for baby #3. This time, let’s plan a full photo shoot shall we!?

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Deena & Phil get married

It’s official. I have now photographed the most beautiful bride. Ever.

How can I be so sure? She’s my stepmom, but really she’s my second mom, and has been for almost 23 years. It was hard for all of us when my dad passed away. The thought of finding new love, when you had love is so hard. Lucky for my mom2, and lucky for the rest of our (now) larger family, she found it.

We are so happy that it’s official Phil. You’re now one of us!

I love you both. I’m so glad I could give you this gift.dp_wedding_fb_10dp_wedding_fb_08 dp_wedding_fb_09   dp_wedding_fb_01

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