Then vs. Now

Then...

450MHz G4 processor
20GB Hard Drive
256MB RAM
CD/DVD Drive
OSX 10.3

Now...

2.0GHz Intel Core Duo processor
250GB Hard DRive
2GB SDRAM
SuperDrive 8x (DVD+R DL/DVD+RW/CD-RW)
OSX 10.4.6


Yesterday, while I was shooting a wedding, my new iMac arrived! Finally I'll have the processing power to whip through my post-wedding workflow!! As much as I loved my old Mac, it just couldn't keep up anymore. The slow processor and minimal RAM couldn't handle the 4GB-10GB of photos that I shoot in one day. If you think about it, the RAW image files I'm working with weren't even invented when my old processor was born!

This new computer is dedicated to all of my clients, who have encouraged me with their immense praise to continue pursuing my passion and who have supported me with awesome word of mouth business, allowing me to grow my business in a very competitive marketplace. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!

Kasey & Chris (and Aiden)

When Kasey & Chris told me that they wanted to do their engagement session at the Dow Gardens in Midland, I have to admit that I was a little skeptical about the state of the landscaping and gardens this time of year. It was pretty chilly outside and there were still many trees without even a hint of spring on their branches, but as with everything, I made the most of what we had available, and to my surprise there was still quite a bit to work with!



Aiden, their son, was along for the journey and even a few pictures. What a cutie! His great eyes and sweet smile were definitely inherited from his mom and dad. Luckily grandma helped with Aiden so that mom and dad could get some alone time together. Kids like pictures at first, but after a while it's no fun trying to look at a big black box being pointed at you! I'm looking forward to Kasey & Chris' upcoming wedding and seeing some familiar faces again! It wasn't that long ago that I photographed Kasey's older sister's wedding, so I feel fortunate to be involved in documenting their family's history again! Click on any image to view a slideshow preview of Kasey & Chris's Engagement photos.

Recital Poster Photography - Christina

Christina has an amazing voice. Her small frame can spin out a sound that will make an entire recital hall shake while giving everyone in the room goosebumps. After working with Christina's voice teacher for several years, I learned that opera singers are not born. They are made through an amazing amount of dedication, practice, and strength in the face of tough criticism. People who don't know this girl could easily underestimate her, but she has pushed through some very tough challenges to become the amazing singer and performer that she is today. I feel very lucky to know Christina both as a musician and friend. I see nothing but great things in her future.