me--during lunch at school
Christine, myself, Andy--on pajama day at school
Lyss & me
Lyss
David & Alex--at Geneva
me--at Surfside Beach
Katie & me--at Covenant College (Lookout Mtn.)Sunday, February 15, 2009
Mmmm....I like to jump :)
me--during lunch at schoolChristine, myself, Andy--on pajama day at schoolLyss & meLyssDavid & Alex--at Genevame--at Surfside BeachKatie & me--at Covenant College (Lookout Mtn.)
Friday, February 13, 2009
I'm back!!
Hello!! I'm finally back after an almost 3 month hiatus! Thank you to everyone who has been getting on me for my major failure as a blogger (especially Grant!) Life has been crazy busy (and will continue to be,) but I'm hoping to settle back into a consistent blogging routine again.
I've started brainstorming what I'd like to see my blog look like and what kinds of things I want to focus on. I'm feeling like I really need some specific themes to work with over the next few months. I would LOVE to have some outside ideas!
Here's what I'm thinking so far:
PEOPLE!! -- I've spent a lot of time exploring God's grace and beauty in creation and the physical world around me through my photography. Now, I'd like to "spend time with" the creatures that are made in God's own image!
Ideas for People:
1. Jumpology: (as it is commonly referred to in the photography world) or simply, pictures of people jumping. The idea of "Jumpology" was sparked by Philippe Halsman, a famous portrait photographer in the early 1900's. Personally, I'm a huge fan of jumping (and have been known to do it in pictures where I probably shouldn't) and I think a "jumpology" project could be a lot of fun. My hope is that jumping will help people relax and not get so frightened of the huge lens pointing at them. :) I'm going to start with project and I'm really excited about the possibilities. So.....who wants to jump first?? :)
2. Hands & Feet: We use our hands & feet everyday for all sorts of different things--brushing our teeth, walking down an aisle, typing on a keyboard, etc. How often do you think about them though? I know I very rarely do. I'd like to take on the challenge of taking something ordinary--our hands & feet--and making them "extraordinary." I think I could have a lot of fun with settings, as well as rings & shoes, etc. I'd like to do a lot of outside for this one, so I'll probably save this project for spring/summer.
3. People + Umbrellas: I haven't really thought through this one...at all. I just really like umbrellas and think it would be awesome to take pictures of them. :)
4. Conversation: I want to not only focus on individual people, but also on the way that people interact with each other. I love having conversations with people and I think some of the most raw and "real" expressions occur during everyday conversation.
My brain's still spinning, but those are the only solid ideas I have at the moment. Please, please, please let me know if you come up with something awesome! I'm hoping to start off my "Jumpology" project by posting some of my favorite photos that I've already taken (tonight or tomorrow?)
Thanks again for reading and for sticking with me through my inconsistency! :)
I've started brainstorming what I'd like to see my blog look like and what kinds of things I want to focus on. I'm feeling like I really need some specific themes to work with over the next few months. I would LOVE to have some outside ideas!
Here's what I'm thinking so far:
PEOPLE!! -- I've spent a lot of time exploring God's grace and beauty in creation and the physical world around me through my photography. Now, I'd like to "spend time with" the creatures that are made in God's own image!
Ideas for People:
1. Jumpology: (as it is commonly referred to in the photography world) or simply, pictures of people jumping. The idea of "Jumpology" was sparked by Philippe Halsman, a famous portrait photographer in the early 1900's. Personally, I'm a huge fan of jumping (and have been known to do it in pictures where I probably shouldn't) and I think a "jumpology" project could be a lot of fun. My hope is that jumping will help people relax and not get so frightened of the huge lens pointing at them. :) I'm going to start with project and I'm really excited about the possibilities. So.....who wants to jump first?? :)
2. Hands & Feet: We use our hands & feet everyday for all sorts of different things--brushing our teeth, walking down an aisle, typing on a keyboard, etc. How often do you think about them though? I know I very rarely do. I'd like to take on the challenge of taking something ordinary--our hands & feet--and making them "extraordinary." I think I could have a lot of fun with settings, as well as rings & shoes, etc. I'd like to do a lot of outside for this one, so I'll probably save this project for spring/summer.
3. People + Umbrellas: I haven't really thought through this one...at all. I just really like umbrellas and think it would be awesome to take pictures of them. :)
4. Conversation: I want to not only focus on individual people, but also on the way that people interact with each other. I love having conversations with people and I think some of the most raw and "real" expressions occur during everyday conversation.
My brain's still spinning, but those are the only solid ideas I have at the moment. Please, please, please let me know if you come up with something awesome! I'm hoping to start off my "Jumpology" project by posting some of my favorite photos that I've already taken (tonight or tomorrow?)
Thanks again for reading and for sticking with me through my inconsistency! :)
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Captivate
CaptivateNovember 2008
This is one of my best friends, Alyssa. She is also one of my favorite people to take photos of. The reason being, she's also a big fan of America's Next Top Model {haha} --which makes her a complete diva. This is her "captivate with the eyes" look. I think she did a pretty good job. :)
I took this during lunch today, at school, while it was snowing. Thanks, Lyss, for braving the blizzard for my art! :)
I took this during lunch today, at school, while it was snowing. Thanks, Lyss, for braving the blizzard for my art! :)
Thursday, November 13, 2008
To Write Love on Her Arms
To Write Love on Her ArmsNovember 2008
Today is the 2nd Annual To Write Love on Her Arms Day. For those of you not familiar with TWLOHA, it is a non-profit movement dedicated to presenting hope and finding help for people (specifically young adults) struggling with addiction, depression, self-injury, and suicide. the money they raise goes directly to rehabs and help centers.
I've been thinking a lot about this organization the past week. It's not an explicitly Christian movement (although they do mention God's active redemption etc. in their vision statement), but it has a lot of really solid goals. I've begun to feel convicted of how little I'm involved in the world. I choose to minister in my little bubble where I feel comfortable. I think my struggle is also a greater reflection of the body of Christ as a whole. What is the church doing to reach out to these young adults who are so lost? Who knows, there could be tons of church sponsored ministries that I don't know about--and that's where I've failed. Or there might only be a handful across the country.
TWLOHA has only been around for a few years, but they have already grown so much and brought so much support and awareness for these people that are suffering. Shouldn't the church be making such an impact? And we even have the love of Jesus to share! I'm hoping to get involved with ministries at Geneva that reach out to teens in the community (Young Life maybe?) and I challenge you to join me in this challenge of breaking outside the covenant community to bring the love of Jesus to those who need it the most.
I've been thinking a lot about this organization the past week. It's not an explicitly Christian movement (although they do mention God's active redemption etc. in their vision statement), but it has a lot of really solid goals. I've begun to feel convicted of how little I'm involved in the world. I choose to minister in my little bubble where I feel comfortable. I think my struggle is also a greater reflection of the body of Christ as a whole. What is the church doing to reach out to these young adults who are so lost? Who knows, there could be tons of church sponsored ministries that I don't know about--and that's where I've failed. Or there might only be a handful across the country.
TWLOHA has only been around for a few years, but they have already grown so much and brought so much support and awareness for these people that are suffering. Shouldn't the church be making such an impact? And we even have the love of Jesus to share! I'm hoping to get involved with ministries at Geneva that reach out to teens in the community (Young Life maybe?) and I challenge you to join me in this challenge of breaking outside the covenant community to bring the love of Jesus to those who need it the most.
Sunday, November 9, 2008
St. Pauls
Here are a few photos I just found of the Catholic Church mentioned below.Stunning, huh?
I love Pittsburgh.
Candles
CandlesAugust 2008
I am officially not a fan of being busy anymore. *Hopefully* I can get back on track with my blogging soon. I need some ideas for new shots...thoughts? Any places to recommend?
This shot was taken at St. Paul's Catholic Church downtown As cool as these candles look, what they represent makes me very sad. :(
On a happier note, two of my photographs are going to be auctioned off at the RTCS Anniversary Dinner this Friday night. I chose "Stockholm" and "Bat and Ball" to be printed and framed...they look great! It's so crazy to think that a photograph I took could be hanging up in a stranger's house someday!
This shot was taken at St. Paul's Catholic Church downtown As cool as these candles look, what they represent makes me very sad. :(
On a happier note, two of my photographs are going to be auctioned off at the RTCS Anniversary Dinner this Friday night. I chose "Stockholm" and "Bat and Ball" to be printed and framed...they look great! It's so crazy to think that a photograph I took could be hanging up in a stranger's house someday!
Saturday, October 18, 2008
Rose Petals
Rose PetalsJune 2008
Yeah...you guessed it....another picture from the rose garden in Charlotte. :) I took this just outside the parking lot/building. I thought it looked awesome with the petals scattered all over the sidewalk. As of now, this shot has no editing done on it. I haven't decided if I want to play around with it a little or just leave it in the raw. We'll see. :)
Saturday, October 11, 2008
Pumpkin Chai
Pumpkin ChaiSeptember 2008
This photo represents what I want most in the world right now....
Pumpkin Chai
yum. :)
Pumpkin Chai
yum. :)
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