In the Latter-day Saint faith, you are officially a member when you are baptized. For most kids who grow up in a Mormon household, this special event happens at the age of eight. My best friend Amy’s daughter Livi, chose to be baptized and I couldn’t be more proud of her. Amy asked me to take some pictures of Livi to commemorate the special occasion.
We couldn’t have had a better day to celebrate Lucy coming into our family, much like the day she joined us six years ago. Lucy is a sweet, sassy and talented girl in a mini body. We love her so!
She has begged for an American Doll for two years now and we finally caved. I should post the video of her opening it. Priceless!
We decided on a water party since it was a friend party year.
We did tug of war over a sprinkler.
Then a rousing game of “Musical Towels”.
Followed by “Toss the Water Balloon”, which was more like “Can Anyone Actually Catch A Water Balloon”.
Geoff made a massive Slip N Slide which was a hit.
Lucy couldn’t handle it any longer, so we opened presents.
And had group hugs.
Then we fine-dined on hot dogs, watermelon, chips and lemonade.
And finished the party off with a Strawberry and Cream Trifle.
We love you Lucy!
This workshop is designed for intermediate and professional photographers who have access to a DSLR camera, with some experience shooting in manual mode and a basic knowledge of aperture and shutter speed. Your time with us will be divided into three parts: lecture, mentored shooting and an open question and answer forum.
Topics and exercises will include but are not limited to the following:
• Finding confidence to shoot in manual mode in both ideal and and difficult environments.
• Composition, cropping and how to overcome common problems such as blur, motion, shadows and low-lighting.
• Creating the optimal atmosphere to encourage natural expression from even the most challenging children.
With 12 years combined professional experience, Ashley and Leah bring a wealth of knowledge and skill invaluable to any photographer looking to perfect their craft. Come for what surely will be an enjoyable afternoon of instruction, practice and defiantly a few laughs.
Geoff started “TEC” (Technology Engineering Club) after school in Isaac’s class. It was a big hit and we’re hopeful that his school will be implementing this next year as school wide class. Here’s a picture of Isaac and the kids in the club after an ROV underwater competition. They made the submarines and programmed them!
A hike to Spanish Fork hot pots with my parents. They’ve been asking to go since they left on their mission so we took advantage of a warmer day.
Easter dinner with Geoff’s sister Elise’s family, his parents as well as mine and my brother Luke. It really was a perfect day with some DE-licious food.
Attempted to take some Easter pictures. Getting all three was nearly impossible.
I was privileged to team teach with two other fine photographers (Ashley Thalman and Meikel Reece) for a Photography class at BYU. It was a combination of instruction and shooting. It was a blast and sparked some ideas that will be soon to come!
Trip to the zoo with friends on a rare warm day. Can we have some consistency here Mother Nature?
A quick trip to St. George filled with lots of pool time and fun with friends.
Isaac and his baby sister.
Really sad that I took this with my phone and not my big girl camera, but really happy to have this time with my babies documented.
After serving a 18 month mission in Fiji for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, my parents have returned! What an inspiration they’ve been to not only myself, but many others. They truly live a life of service.
