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In a Snap Sessions for 2009 Announced

 

Not just another jewelry party...

Women at Risk is a worldwide organization that rescues women and children from human trafficking.  WAR rescues these women, gives them a place of refuge and a message of hope. The women support themselves by making jewelry and other handmade gifts that will be for sale at the party. The party is scheduled for June 2 at 7:30 pm at Bauer CRC in Hudsonville (4958 Bauer Rd). Please join us in support of this amazing cause.

Heading back

Today is my last day in Colorado. I'm going to miss this sight...

Fun Fun Fun

I'm just having such a riot in Colorado. Last night was an awesome cookout and then we went to a local bar to play some fuseball and air hockey. Kevin and I had a couple very close air hockey games with some major bets happening. I was on the losing end of two of them. Here's a picture of Kevin and I at the bar last night doing our hang loose Hawaii.

 

After one of my losses, I had to dance on the air hockey table. At least Kevin was a gentleman and danced up there with me.

     

And this is a picture of my new Nebraska pal, Jess, along with the two Colorado school directors, Rick and Jeff.

And here's the funny spectical of 24 photographers going on a shoot in the little town of Breckenridge. People would walk by and pause to see if there was someone famous visiting. The sound of 24 cameras going off at one time is quite a funny thing.

Elevation9600

It's been a long time since my last post and I'm currently living at an elevation of 9600 in Breckenridge, CO...for at least a few more days at the Colorado Imaging Workshops. It's a photography school and SO much more than that. I'm helping out in a class being taught by Kevin Kubota. It's been only a half day of class and I'm loving every minute of it.

I flew out on Thursday and spent a few days with my dear college friend, Heather. I also went out to lunch with my cousin Evie. Saturday was the day we went "up the hill" to the mountains. What a gorgeous sight to see for a midwestern girl. (However, I would still have a hard time giving up Lake Michigan!)

It's been such an awesome time of getting to know other photographers (what a crazy bunch of people...you should see what a bunch of photographers do when they get together at a party with a camera. I'll try to post a pic later.) In addition to the fun, I'm gaining some much needed inspiration and encouragement.

It was a crazy couple weeks leading up to being gone from the family for a week. Scheduling. Laundry. Meals. Tears. Once that jet took off, there was nothing more I could do. From what I've heard from Mark and all the helpers, the kids are doing great. I talk to them every day and their voice brings me back to reality. I miss them dearly but staying busy here does help. Looking forward to getting kisses from them on Friday morning.

I'll keep you posted but I HIGHLY recommend looking into the Colorado Imaging Workshops if you can swing it. A big thanks to Kalen Henderson who suggested I look into it.

Signing off. Time for bed. (Sleep is one thing you don't get much of at the school!)

Feisty & Funny

Those words describe my baby, Josie. There is never a dull moment with her. She makes me laugh every day of the week and twice most days :) She is our bird eater - which is not common in our home. If you asked most of friends, they would tell you that our other kids have an insatiable appetite. They may be bean poles but they love to eat. Well Josie would rather have dessert than actual food so it's a constant battle with her. Most dinners we hear, "Can I have dessert?" which really means "Did I eat enough to warrant the dessert?" We typically give her the AOK or she may need to eat a few more bites. One dinner, we told her that she needed to eat five more bites of her burger before she could get dessert. Next thing we knew, she was getting up and walking away from the table. Mark and I looked at each other quizically. A few minutes later she came back with a piece of paper and marker. She proceeded to take a bite of burger and make a tally mark on the piece of paper. Mark and I completely lost it laughing. She's definitely doesn't miss a thing.

April

Belated Hearts Day

I'm honestly still alive. Life has just been happening and my blog and facebook have been suffering the consequences. I wanted to post my Valentine card designs from my kids for a month now. I went kid-cute this year since they are still kids. :)

 

 

       

    

    

I'm gearing up for an exciting 2009. There will be some great news and coupons being emailed to my clients about mid-April!

Toughest subjects

I don't think I'm alone but my kids can be the toughest subjects. I'm still not sure why but it's tough. I turn into crazy mom with a camera. The situation can turn nasty pretty quickly. Last week I finally started the wonderful festive task of getting Valentine pictures taken for their Valentine cards. I decided - since they were all showered and looking good at the same time - that I would try to get a picture of all four of them. Well, let's say it turned nasty with pose numbero uno. However, much to our surprise... a little gas helped lighten the mood for some of my favorite shots of my four kids yet.
 

 

Any guesses on who did it?

Photography Classes

It's my 'off-season' so it's time to hold photography classes again. After my talk a few weeks back to the Creative Memories crowd, I think I'm ready to hold a few classes in my home. I think many women walked away knowing much more about photography than they ever had. I'm going to teach a beginner photography class that will cover the basics - camera functions, lighting, composition. You will receive a valuable handout, power point presentation, and time for Q&As with me. The cost is $50 for the class. There is limited spots and your spot is secure when payment is received. Dates: Monday, February 16 and Tuesday, February 24. Each will be held at 7:30 p.m.

Here is a testimonal quote from a participant in one of my last classes: "I wanted to thank you for the class. It was very informative and easy to follow. I went to a class a few years back and it seemed like everything was over my head, but maybe it was just the way the guy explained things. I got 100% more out of your 2 hour class than I did from his 6 week class."

**I am considering teaching a hands-on class with models in the Spring and a possible Photoshop Class if there is enough interest. Please email me if you are interested. Thanks.**