where's the snow?

It has been feeling more like spring around Baltimore than like a cold, bitter winter.  I'm not complaining though, I like it.  Even though snow can be a pain to shovel, drive it, walk in, etc. . . it can be rather pleasing and nice to look at from a warm, cozy place, preferably indoors.  I do love the complete whiteness and the glow of fresh snow.  The feeling takes me back to some images I took several years ago, when I was at a bed & breakfast in Boonsboro, Maryland during an ice storm.  There were plenty of inches on the ground already, and when that ice started falling, it gave everything a beautiful luminescence and glossy surface.  These images at Stony Creek Farm were taken with my Holga with 120mm black and white film.  Enjoy!

Inspired by. . .

These intricate and amazing paper creations are by Canadian artist, Calvin Nicholls.  I am completely in awe of his ability to sculpt from paper!  His attention to detail and ability to create both soft and rough textures with paper are truly unique.  Click his name above to browse his website for more examples of his work.  Thank you to j-delight for sending this my way.

Polaroid Post

lucious brown, gone, but never forgotten.  I miss you every day baby blu!

Holiday Shopping Time!

Dear Friends, Family, Colleagues & the World Wide Web,

I can safely and happily say that I am now officially back in Baltimore, MD!  Moving home was a big decision, but one that I embraced with open arms.  It seems that everyone and everything has been so welcoming to me since I got home. . . thank you!  I will surely miss my friends and the beauty in Rhode Island, however, you'll always be in my heart and I look forward to my next visit up there.

And now for the good stuff. . . I know it's been a while since my last post and update, but I am ready to start sharing some info and news to you.  Most importantly, all of my photography and photo cards are now available on my Etsy Shop for holiday shopping! 

I offer my fine art photography prints in all sizes, if there is something that you don't see, but see on my website here, please just let me know and I'd be happy to make a print for you.  I am going to be updating my greeting card galleries in the next couple of months with lots of new designs.  I will post images of these as I make them and everything will be available to purchase online at my Etsy Shop.  If you see any cards that you may want to purchase for the holiday, please email me and I will check to see if I still have it in stock, if not, I'll be happy to whip one up for ya!

Thank you!  I'm home Hon!

Jessica's Big Day

There's something absolutely beautiful about watching your best friends get married, especially when their weddings are 100% their personality.  This was the case with Jessica.  Being a professional graphic designer, her attention to detail was immpecable, her DIY skills were astounding, and her ability to organize and stick to a set schedule was admirable.  I was fortunate enough to be a part of all the crafting and set-up several days and prior to the wedding.  It was great to see her friends and family gathering together to help her get things done.  Please enjoy some images I have taken of Jessica and Aaron's big day!

The lovely bride getting ready and with a beautiful flower pin in her hair.

Her dress hangs on an armoir in the queen's retreat suite.

Her BHLDN dress was exquisite, effortlessly flowing to the floor like butterfly wings.

The happy couple pose for a photo after the ceremony.

Weddings are also reunions between friends who don't get to see each other so often.

My other bestie Lea and I at our dear Jessica Mae's wedding.

The bride & groom sit at their table.  Jessica's amazing centerpieces, complete DIY!

The setting sun gave a wonderful, warm and romantic cast of light on their table.

Here is the "J & A" I created for Jessica & Aaron to display upon the mantle in the pavillion.

When Jessica sat down, she was greeted by these polaroids I had taken.  Surprise! XO

Hand-painted rocks with your name brought you to your table.  J & A performing their first dance.