I read Seth Godin’s blog somewhat sporadically, and am always absolutely astounded by what he writes. The wisdom he imparts. Today was no exception, but there was one post in particular that struck a chord – and created a series of events that led to an epiphany. Or, if I’m being honest, a fist-pump-phany. “Stand out or fit in. Not all the time, and never at the same time, but it’s always a choice. Those that choose to fit in should expect to avoid criticism (and be ignored). Those that stand out should expect neither.” After reading those words I discovered that all of my fears and all of my doubt do not exist because I’m afraid to stand out. To the contrary: I’m not afraid of being different or opening myself up to criticism. I realized that my fear, especially in this business, is that I’m just going to always sort of…fit in. That despite my best efforts, I am nothing...
when athena met sally
I met Sally over the winter. Well, I intermet her, actually. We corresponded exclusively via Facebook until this past Tuesday night when we finally, FINALLY! met in person. We hugged and laughed and talked as if we’ve been friends forever. I joked with her husband (and talked motorbikes!) and make quick friends with her two adorable and darling little girls. We spent an hour living, walking, sharing stories, and laughing at Silverwood Park. I spent an hour shooting – for sixty short minutes I documented a few fleeting moments in their lives. Gwen’s playful eyes, Elsa’s cautious and inquisitive demeanor, Alex’s love for his family – and Sally. Beautiful, mesmerizing, amazing Sally....
a cacophony of minutia: the two most darling girls since ever
I’m not really busy right now – and I’m okay with that actually. In a few weeks I’ll be busy again, and preparing for an insane summer wedding season. So right now, in the moments when I’m not at the cube farm or watching Gossip Girl, I find myself spending every last moment with my two darling girls; Playing, adventuring, laughing, tickling, living. The things I miss when I’m working – which I tend to do all. the. time. Last night, as I was falling asleep I realized I don’t take any photographs of my life. The moments I live. Every single day. And I remembered a conversation that occurred a couple of years ago – when someone asked if I would consider taking photos professionally. “I don’t want it to be work,” I said. “I don’t want to need a break-and work tends to do that to you-it takes...
Jen Frisbie + the prettiest baby shower ever.
I am a portrait photographer – I photograph people. They are what I know. People are what stirs my heart and inspires me to the depths of my soul. But every once in awhile an opportunity comes along and offers me the chance to do something different. Something I never imagined myself doing. Something…..that I just can’t pass up. Last Saturday was just such an occasion. I got an email earlier last week from my bestie (and wedding planner extraordinaire) Nadia asking if I would consider shooting a baby shower. Wait, what? Um…huh? A baby shower? Exactly. Nadia informed me that an amazing newlywed couple were putting on a “Greet-The-Baby Shower” (a tradition in their native Jakarta) to introduce their very new, very beautiful,baby girl. In another awesome twist of fate, Nadia’s favorite florist (and friend) was tasked with designing the event. Jen Frisbie of Inspire, Inc put together literally the...
