Well, it’s been SO hard to stay away!!! I really wanted to let that last post have it’s “moment in the spotlight” since I just thought it was so cool, and I know it deserved it, but man it’s been hard not to blog! I think this is becoming an addiction….
I’m not really sure about the “blog etiquette” as far as how many times you’re supposed to post, or wait to post again, goes… any advice?
Well, life has been going great!
Work is chaotic per usual, but I love it 
And it’s fun because i’m getting to know people there a little better! It’s feeling more comfortable, and less “new”, which is good.
I’m booking a lot of shoots for this fall season, and I’m soooo excited about it! Going to the pumpkin patch, best leaf park EVER in autumn, down to Corvallis, possibly up to Timberline, etc. I love being an “on-location” photographer! I get to go to so many fun places, and it really brings a newness with each shoot. Not to mention it keeps me challenged as a photographer, which is always a good thing. Always growing, always improving my skill, always learning.
I’m sure you all remember the tutu shoot that I did for Bookoos of Tutus a few weekends ago. Well first, I’d like to tell you all about her simply adorable new website that she’s created!! It’s still not completely done, but man it is awesome so far!!! I’m really inspired by her. Go check it out, and get a little loved one one of her fabulous tutu’s for Christmas, or just for fun!!
Here’s a screencap of her pretty site!
It’s been a week of getting things in the mail (and if you know me, you know I LOVE getting mail– minus bills and stupid advertisements), so here we go!
The first was a surprise in the mail a few days ago…
A SHABBY STRAP!!!!!
I’ve been wanting a new cute strap for my camera for FOREVER! But, well, it’s just not something that’s been on my priority list. However, the beautiful and generous Khrisma had this fun, adorable one sent to me as a ‘thank you’ for her tutu photos! Totally not necessary, but 110% appreciated!! I am in love!
Ever since I was little, my Aunt has had an adorable Mickey camera strap for her camera that I always thought was SO cool! Occasionally, it’s come across my mind to get one, especially when one of my fave photographers, Robyn of Buttons & Bows Photography, showed off a cute strap that she had! So when I received a package from “Strappy Abby”, you can imagine my excitement!!! And when I opened it up, I was blown away by the packaging (seriously, how cute is that sticker!? and the mini card included!?), quality, and very cute print! It’s perfect for me!! Now I’ll really look cool when I shoot 
The next thing I received in the mail were some test prints I had sent to a new print vendor. They turned out better than I had imagined, and I am definitley switching! One thing I’m really gearing myself up for is people ordering prints. When I revise my pricing for next year, I’m going to include more print packages and specials. I’ve been realizing lately (after having a TON of photos printed for my desk at work, and to frame up at home), that prints are so so very cool! I feel like we get lost in the digital world with photos, and forget all about how truly special and “real” it is when you have something tangible in front of you. Most of my clients just go for the digital negatives, but my new pricing will hopefully encourage people to buy more prints from me! Also my new packaging!! But that is all to come soon, and be revealed for the new year– so get excited!!
The last thing I received in the mail this week (today actually) was a new case for my iPhone from SwitchEasy My old one had stretched out, and recently tore ::sad panda!:: so it was time for an upgrade! I’m totally in love with the new one, as it isn’t all silicone, so it doesn’t pull my hair, and i can slip it in and out of my jean pockets with ease. It’s a sleek black, which is nice for a change, although I miss the bright colors a bit already!! Hopefully soon they’ll come out with more color options though
Old case
New Case
What are some fun things you’ve gotten in the mail??
I remember, when I lived in Hawaii, getting mail was like winning the lottery. Sometimes my dorm neighbors and I would go down together, and opening the mailbox was so exciting! Or super depressing, hahaha! Something about receiving mail is just so fun. I made a few penpals that year, and it was really very cool. I miss that sometimes. Actually, I just found an old box with all of the letters and everything I’d received in the mail that year Fun fun.
Tonight Mark and I had the pleasure of being photographed by the fabulous Kevin Russ! I can’t wait to see the photos!! (check out my flickr for a “action shot” that mark took with his iPhone– sorry about the crummy cell pic! haha) He is my biggest inspiration, and one of my most fave photographers EVER. Yay Kev, thanks so much!! You rock!! Afterwards we went for Sushi at Saburo’s (ok, well I got chicken yakiudon– YUM!).
Oh! I almost forgot!!! I went cosmic bowling for the first time ever last night for my bestie Alyssa’s birthday party! It was so super fun! I haven’t bowled in ages, but I managed to roll a 115, so that was pretty sweet! For those of you who don’t know, cosmic bowling is where they turn off all of the lights and turn on all black lights and fun blinky lights, and play fun music– this time happened to be 90′s, haha! Good times for sure.
What’s new with all of you!? Leave me some love on here, so I know who my readers are. Thanks for reading!!!
lyric of the week:
“The stars lean down to kiss you
And I lie awake and miss you
Pour me a heavy dose of atmosphere
…as many times as I blink, I’ll think of you tonight”
-owl city: vanilla twilight
that whole song is amazing, but those are some of my fave lyrics.
<3
