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52 Week: Week 4

Kelly — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 04:05:25 +0000

Theme: Unexpected Perspective

I openly admit this very cool theme could have been executed far better. I really enjoyed the idea of looking at things from different angles this week and brainstorming what would be the best inspiration. Then before I even knew it, it was Sunday and I was still brainstorming and not actively shooting. Enough. Addison was my willing participant today, at least for 5 minutes, but sometimes that’s just all you get. Next week’s theme? ’Get out from behind your camera – YOU!’ Yep, that would mean yours truly will have to get in the photos. Could be interesting. Would love it if you’d play along! Everything is more fun with a friend.

Introducing: Baby Clara

Kelly — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 23:37:01 +0000

This is just a brief introduction to my cousin’s sweet new baby. We’ll do a full shoot next week, but she is just too precious not to share. Best part? This first picture was actually taken by Addison. The only way I could convince Addison we weren’t going to touch the brand new 3 day old baby was to give her a camera with an 85mm lens and let her take pictures with mom. I love to see her view of the world. Welcome to the family Baby Clara.

Here is Addison checking her work.

52 Week: Week 3

Kelly — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 13:05:29 +0000

Theme: White Space

Loved this idea. It is fun to look be looking at scenarios and deciding what would be best framed with negative space. It’s tricky to make it look intentional and just not badly composed. Since we had pretty much a week of epic sledding, uninterrupted family time and unlimited cocoa my options were less than limitless. After six days of being house bound (steep hills have kept our cars trapped and our travel non-existent), we are pretty much ready for a field trip anywhere. Actually we had a great week together and I am absolutely certain that I will look back on this snowed in time as a super special gift wrapped up in white.

Now, let the adventure continue.

Hopefully we won’t be needing to bring out the snow gear again til next year, but we sure were glad to have it ready and raring to go!

Family Time: Lake Ki

Kelly — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 21:19:32 +0000

I have literally known this family since I was 13. I still remember seeing Carrie walk into Mrs. Gann’s homeroom class, the new transfer to our school, and just knowing we would be friends. Having never really struggled with shyness I invited her to sit next to me and the rest is pretty much history. A terrific history of a genuine, uncomplicated friendship that makes my heart grow two sizes. A recent move over the mountains has added a little glitch to our weekly visits, but really if your friendship can survive junior high, it can make it through anything.

Bowie Tuesday: Addison

Kelly — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 08:05:53 +0000

Addison and I made a stop on the way to Grandma’s the other day and I managed to snap a few pictures of her. I love catching her in just her random moments. Taking in, enjoying and simply marveling at her imagination in action.

Pretty sure something is funny. Don’t you want to know what?

Here Addison is showing me how the fish swim away from the snapping crocodiles in the estuary. They are so fierce.

Pretty sure she’s thinking hard on those crocodiles and their wily ways again.

Til next time. . .

52 Week: Week 2

Kelly — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 19:59:14 +0000

The theme was responsibility this week. I’ve decided that most if not all of the themed photos will be of my family during the week. One of my goals this year is to live more in the moment. That means enjoying my family everyday. Not always planning the next thing or thinking of things I should be doing. Living with an awareness (while looking for a photos to capture the theme) in what we do in the everyday has been fun so far. I am confidant that by the years end I will not only have 52 photos that capture our year, but also a solid habit of paying more attention to those most important to me.

RESPONSIBILITY

-Landon was under the weather this week and missed two days of school. Even though we didn’t get out of jammies and energy was definitely low, we still made sure to work on some homework so as not to get too far behind. Getting the homework done while sick wasn’t the true test of responsibility to me though, it was completing the task with a happy heart.

A few more for fun.

Landon’s partner in crime.

This was the other option on the table for me for the theme this week. The tides have turned and now Landon is the one helping Addison build her legos. He has taken on the role of helper. Love it. If you haven’t discovered the new line of girl legos called Friends, they are pretty much the best idea I’ve seen all year. I seriously cannot believe it the idea has been this long in coming.

Sundquist Thursday: Seeley

Kelly — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 16:36:41 +0000

Look at that sweet old man face. Simply adorable. When Rylee was visiting the other day we thought it would be a good idea to get a few updated shots of Seeley. He’s suffering from second child syndrome. Meaning, of course, 80% less photo capturing of every moment as the first born. Sad, but true. Take heart my cute little blue-eyed man, you already have more photos of yourself at 4 months than I do of my entire childhood. That has got to count for something.

B: Senior

Kelly — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 13:30:07 +0000

I headed to a local park recently to spend some time with a pretty remarkable senior. Spunk, edge and a whole lot of take-life-by-storm. B there are many adventures ahead for you to explore and in the words of Dr. Seuss:

‘You have brains in your head.
You have feet in your shoes
You can steer yourself
any direction you choose.
You’re on your own. And you know what you know.
And YOU are the girl who’ll decide where to go.

Today is YOUR day!

Bowie Tuesday: Kona for Thanksgiving

Kelly — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 06:45:03 +0000

It seems pretty close to forever since we were enjoying the sun & sand, but Thanksgiving is really only a holiday ago. Must be the drizzle that blurring my memories. Enjoy a little sunshine on us this Bowie Tuesday.

Watching hermit crabs leave small shells and search for bigger homes. Pretty fun way to pass an afternoon.

Addison discovered a deep love of hula or ‘hawaii dance’. She sat enthralled watching the girls danced and jumped at the chance to participate at the end of the show. Pretty sure her little girl dreams came true for the night.

My cute family. Love them.

My hope is that they forever have each other’s back.

Libby

Kelly — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 16:34:51 +0000

When you first meet someone, whether it be boy or girl, I truly believe that there is either chemistry or not. I’m not talking about the romantic movie moments here, but just a clicking and knowing that with an investment of time, you have discovered a friend. When I showed up to shoot Libby’s portrait session it took me all of about 5 seconds to realize that we could totally be friends. Oddly, we are very different, but for me it is that balance that is so refreshing. Too much of myself has potential to be quite bothersome in someone else. It was the quickest hour and I left feeling like I had spent my morning time investment in a very friendship profitable way. Not to mention the fact that she lives on a rockin house boat! I was having some adventure-lived envy. Thank you so much Libby for opening your home to me and sharing your sweet faced puppy.