~~Clients can be funny~~

Shooting landscapes, architecture, and destinations is easy compared to shooting people.  People can naturally feel awkward when they are staring into a camera and told to "SMILE!"  It is an unnatural situation. 

So I try to get them to relax and have a little fun before I sneak in the snaps!

Feel free to call or text me for your snaps: 480-319-2229

~~Bundles of Joy~~

Getting ready to go play outside in Anchorage in February takes about a half an hour. Two sets of socks, two pairs of leggings, two shirts, two hats, hand warmers and gloves topped with a ski coat and vest,  I got too hot to stay in... I welcomed the chill of the outdoors.

I made my way to the costume footrace.... There was so much excitement, music and street noise.  It was fun to watch all these "bundles of joy."

~~Seriously~~

I rented a roller skate for a car...big mistake!  It was the first car I have ever rented that comes with its own shovel in the back seat.

And what is this, and how in the hell do I use it??

~~Let Life Surprise You~~

Drove that little "roller skate" car to Eagle River this morning.... Even before I got on to Glen Highway, I saw so many vehicles upside down in the 5 foot deep snow.  It was horrifying to see the highway littered with upended cars.  I think of the terror that the drivers and passengers endured.

Drove 20 miles north of Anchorage to Eagle River Nature Center.  I made it there, but the snow was too deep for me to walk the three-mile loop.  At least the drive was nice.

I wanted to find Skyline Drive, as it is supposed to be a cool Aurora watching spot.  My roller skate got stuck in the deep snow...I had to back down the phucking mountain.

Holy Stuff...the sun then came out.  I thought I'd never see it again until I returned to the Valley of the Sun!!!  I wanted to see what Anchorage from the Cook Inlet looked like.... So, I went.

This spot is so appealing because each time you go, the light and time and elements are different.  New shot every time!

And then, as everyone knows, I am a foodie.  It was after 1p and I was hungry.  The hotel has breakfast, but it is a breakfast of "egg like food."  So...um...no.  I grabbed an apple and left.

Glacier Brewhouse looked interesting and got great ratings from Trip Advisor.  I walked the 1/2 mile there, and the frigid walk was worth it!!  The wine kept me warm on the walk back.

Well....

I am all packed for Alaska... Hats, scarves, gloves, boots, and most important--camera gear.  I checked the weather, and the reports say "Mostly snow"....  Boo.

But I am keeping an open mind for adventure, not outcomes! The outcomes will be what they will be!

~~Cuyahoga Valley National Park~~

What a "hidden gem" in the Northern Ohio Valley!  Cuyahoga Valley National Park is a walking, hiking, biking park in Peninsula, OH.

Right before visiting, a stop at the lovely Rosewood Grill (www.rosewoodgrill.com) was in order! The server, Juan, such a classy guy, had no idea it was my birthday weekend, and yet he brought a treat!

Bridal Veil Falls

Grand Falls "Energy" Tunnel

Crazy yummy crab cake with Jalepeno aioli 

Sweet Treat Birthday Surprise!