February Photography Series, Elko Photographer

Ruby Dome in February

I had to GOYA~ Elko Photographer

 

I've been following Zack Arias for awhile, but he really made an impression at Photocamp Utah.  One of the things he has been posting on his blog lately are GOYA shoots.  Get Off Your Arse shoots.  They are Great! It is amazing what he and the people around him come up with in those short time frames.  I don't have a studio of assistants to shoot with but I have been trying to do this more.  The previous spring weather post is from one of those days.  :)   Today's pictures are from another day.  I recently applied to be a part of an international not-for-profit organization (more on that soon).  One of the requirements for the application was to submit 3 samples of portrait work  in each of 6 different lighting situations.  Some were easy to pick and some well... not so much.  One section I really struggled with was outdoor light with fill flash.  It s just not something I shoot a lot with. I had few samples to pick from and most were from the same shoot and I wanted to submit more variety.  I stressed, I fretted and then one day I decided I just had to GOYA.  I had 45 minutes while kids were at various practices, the clouds were cool and so I just went.  I grabbed the daughters of a good friend and headed out into the sagebrush.  (We do have an abundance of that to photograph in Elko.) They were awesome models.  It was FREEZING (snowed later that night) but SO much fun.  No pressure to deliver, no expectations, just shooting for the joy of it.  Completely solidified the fact I need to do this more often.  Anybody want to go with me? 

Spring Weather.

The stormy weather lately has also brought in some AMAZING clouds lately,  puffy white clouds and sapphire blue skies.   I love Nevada's wide open spaces.  There is something magical about being able to see a storm moving across the valley.  Clouds coming and going over the course of a few hours.  I could sit and watch for hours.

Richard 2010 ~ Elko, NV Senior Pictures

This is actually the second time this handsome young man has come to me for pictures.  He had a session in the fall and then we have been waiting for spring to arrive to get some pictures with bright colors.  This spring has been C.R.A.Z.Y.  We actually shot this session in a dust storm kicked up before a snowfall.  Richard was such a trooper though.  He didn't complain at all, even when I made him stand still and wait and wait for a lull in the wind so I could catch his collar down.  Thanks Richard!



Full Gallery will go up here when ready. 

Spring in Elko, NV

I think Mother nature is pranking us....

EmmaLee and Quincy ~ Elko, NV Easter Portraits

I am so excited to post these Easter pictures.  The weather this spring has been tricky to say the least, but we were able to squeeze them in between 2 snowstorms.  The up side of that is that Miss E's adorable cousin was able to join us. I love kids this age, so full of life and their own unique personalities are definitely emerging!










Full Gallery Here

Out my window yesterday

Day 18 ~ Drive by shooting

This afternoon as I was headed out the door the clouds were fantastic.  I was in a hurry though to get into town to take my daughter to dance class.  I grabbed the camera and thought "I'll get some on the way"  I failed however to grab the card back out of the computer.  Drat!  I didn't have my bag either, so no spares.

I'll share a few drive by with you from a trip I took last month.  I love Nevada's wide open spaces. 


Pilot Peak, check out the one little cloud hanging on the mountain.

Izatt Vow Renewal ~ Elko NV Photography

I am so honored to have had the privilege to photograph Lee and Aleesha as they reaffirmed their vows to one another.  They held their event at the Stockman's Hotel in Elko, NV.  I was a bit skeptical at first.  (Lee is my brother, I'm allowed to question him)  it turned out WONDERFUL!   Stockman's hadled the event wonderfully, and Chip from Stonerock DJ kept the party GOING!

 

 

 
 

For their original wedding Lee had forgotten and worn white socks.  They have the cutest picture of them on the Courthouse steps and his white socks are peeking out.!  Aleesha made sure that this time Lee had black socks. 
Oh and casino's don't like you to take pictures on the casino floor.  Glad I nailed that one on the first try!


 

 

Thanks for letting me be a part of your special day!!

Full highlights here

A sneak peak for Richard ~Elko, NV Senior Portraits~

It is no secret, seniors are one of my favorite subjects to photograph. I love capturing these young people during such a wonderful time in their lives.

Thanks Richard for letting me be a part.

Families x2 ~Elko, NV Portrait Photographer~

I have had so much fun photographing families lately! I wanted to share these 2 with you real quick.

The Stones called me last minute and we were able to jump out and take advantage of the beautiful weather on Veteran's Day.


It was COLD the morning that I went out with the G family. Everybody had to hold thier breath to keep from having billowy clouds next to them. They were all troopers though.

Brynlee ~ Elko, NV Newborn Photographer

I just cannot go another day without posting a quick peek at this beautiful darling!

Amanda and Steve~ Winter Edition in Lamoille Canyon

Despite the weather this afternoon was AMAZING.
Snow or not these two rocked it

Best Friends

These two have been best friends for a long time, Jr High?, Elementary School? I wasn't quite clear... basically forever. School, jobs, family, the business of life keep them from being close geographically so when Jessie came to visit a few weeks ago they wanted to commemorate actually being together. It was so fun to have them in my little basement studio, thanks for helping me break it in!

Pink! a favorite color I'm told.

Back to School Time ~ Elko, NV portrait photographer

I posted this same special last year, but then my husband was offered a new job and I fell head first into moving plans and never advertised it. During my recent Facebook blitz to win a spot in the JaG workshop someone came across the old post and wanted to take me up on the offer.

Why Not!

Back to School Special!

Back to School sessions through September are $18
Each additional child just $7

Session can be on location or I can bring the Studio to your home or office.

This is a quick session, approximately 1/2 hour and will provide a couple of quality photos per child. The focus will be on head and shoulders shots, individuals only, no groupings for the special price. You will receive a CD with both high resolution files for printing and email/web ready files.

Have something a little more special this year... photos with genuine smiles

Amanda and Steve ~ Engagement photos, Elko, NV

Kate Part 2 -Senior Portraits Elko, Nevada-

A few more of Kate. Kate was not so sure about this whole Senior Pictures thing, but admitted that she had way more fun than she thought she would. I think we came away with some really fantastic images, even with the crazy wind we had to contend with.

Not the most technically perfect, but one of Kate's favorites all made up into wallets