Baby Reece...

My dear friend, fellow photographer, team teacher.... welcomed her beautiful baby boy into the world yesterday- you may recall the maternity pics I did of her, scroll below to see the "before"! Mom and Dad are so in love with this little man... there are no words to describe how happy they are! I had the pleasure of meeting the little guy today and he's gorgeous- with a ton of hair, long monkey toes and these long fingers... he's perfect and I'm smitten!! Congrats Mom and Dad! I'm so proud!!! Enjoy the pics! I posted way too many... couldn't help it!

I'm so stinkin' happy for her, I can't even stand it. You rock, M!

Senior Pics

Here are some pics of a senior at Novi High--- I'm proud to say that I'm the first person to take pictures of him-- ever... He's proof that you can rise up from anything...What a gentleman- so polite and thankful. He did tell me I was goofy- but I told him that's what makes me a good photographer- I can get real smiles, and let's be honest... I am goofy. Doesn't his smile light you up? Best of luck to him at Western next year! Oh--- he told me when he's famous, I'm going to be his official photographer. Sweet.

He wanted a "tough" pose--- I still like his smile better! :)

Enjoy the spring weather!

Editing...

Hi there- some people have asked what software I use to edit my pictures- I have Photoshop CS3, and I use Photoshop Lightroom as a digital workflow tool- I love both! I just got done with a photoshop CS3 class and learned so much- I highly recommend taking a class if you are interested in taking your photography to the next level--- There is a great new freebie software out there, while I've always been a fan of Picassa, Photoshop just came out with a new free editing/software program called Photoshop Express, it's received great reviews and as my hubby says, "Hey, it's Photoshop for Dummies!" To quote Dustin, "It cost free dollars and free cents". The more you play the better you get!
I'll post more pics this weekend-I have editing to do, senior pictures and more wedding photos-- enjoy the beautiful weather!

I'm still here!

Sorry I haven't posted if there are folks checking in! Been busy back to work, having a daughter who won't sleep and attempting the daunting task of getting into shape and dropping a large amount of pounds!! More on that adventure later...

One of my favorite blog sites The Pioneer Woman recently gave away some free actions (a series of editing instruction) in her photography section of her blog and they are big fun! Here is a shot with some "lovely and ethereal" and a "quick edge burn"-- Love it!! Also love the beautiful eyes and smile...

Hope all is well-- I'll post more pics soon-- and if anyone knows how to get an opinionated, stubborn 2 1/2 year old to sleep, I welcome all suggestions. And Tylenol PM samples. Kidding!