Birth photography is something I've been interested in for some time and a friend has invited me to photograph the birth of her second child next month! In the meantime, I am preparing. Getting inspired by photographers whose work I truly admire. (Warning: The following links will bring you to tears!) Click HERE to view a slideshow by Josh Solar (his first experience with birth photography) and HERE for a second slideshow by the same photographer. Pinkle Toes Photography is my all-time favorite, click HERE to view Michele's beautiful work.
But then again, I'm not your typical photographer :) I fell in love with Polly's creative style a few years back when my mother-in-law shared her mini works of art with me during a visit. (My MIL had even gifted me with a bit of Polly's handiwork HERE.) After receiving a request for a session gift certificate, I immediately thought of Polly:
And as you can see for yourself, her work is AMAZING!
Simply amazing. Rich in detail:
And like a good potato chip, I can't stop at just one...
Posting, that is. Thank you SO MUCH, Polly! I look forward to doing business with you again :)
You don't know who much I struggle leaving a picture like this alone. In fact, I just couldn't do it:
There, now that's more like it.
Details. I have issues with them. Sometimes I get so caught up in the details I have a difficult time seeing the big picture. That's a little like what's been happening in my life this past week - I am working hard to get my eyes refocused.
Perhaps you're in a similar spot. Do you feel stuck? Do you find yourself obsessing over details in an attempt to control a situation or person? Are too focused on one person, place, or thing? Has your life become unbalanced? If so, you've come to the right place. Below you will find a list of resources and links that will help lend perspective:
On another note, I recently discovered a new website called I Am Second. You'll find there a collection of powerful video testimonies from Tony Dungy, former Korn guitarist Brian Welch, Stephen Baldwin & others. Below is former pageant winner Ashley Rawls regarding her struggle with eating disorders:
An all too familiar battle.
Remember the Needham Family Adoption Photo Drive many of you took part in last year? They are getting even closer to bringing their daughter Abby home and are selling t-shirts in an effort to raise money for their trip. Jenny is taking orders until March 10, click HERE to learn more!
Met my high school BFF (Jan) for lunch today and she brought with her a very special gift. Unfortunately, I forgot to snap of picture of it this afternoon so I'll have to post it tomorrow. We met at Claddagh Irish Pub in an area I am quite fond of visiting. On my way there, I happened to catch Karen Loritts on the FamilyLife Today radio program. She was speaking on her "fear buddies" - a time in her life when she struggled with her sense of identity and fear of the unknown. Definitely worth a listen (just click HERE for the broadcast).
Thankfully, Jan isn't that sort of buddy ;)
It hit me it's that time of the month... well, not THAT time - but time to post a hint for our next faithbooking crop. The church is hosting a large leadership event on the same day which might affect the crop. I'll keep you posted!
