Sarah

Beach Baby

I have had several people mention to me how much they loved when I would post a picture a day. I found this amusing because to me it seems so long ago. I did it to keep my creativity fresh. And ya know, I could use a little of that now. So why not do it again?!!? So I am going to make it a part of my morning routine to post a picture from the day before. And what better way to officialy start off summer? Yesterday was Holly's first trip to the beach. She LOVED every bit of it, the water, the sand, the sun (except when it was in her eyes). Well the flies weren't so fun, they were chewing on everyone! Overall it was a fun little outing.

Holly's first trip to the beach.

Photoshop fun Friday 2

I really should do this every week. On my way to soccer practice last night I took out my idea journal and sketched this out (nope, not gonna show you my terrible stick figure sketches). When we got there Isaac went one way to practice and we went on the other side of the parking lot to take a few shots. I spent this morning mashing it all up just the way I wanted it. Sometimes I get an image in my head and I just can't rest until I have created it. There is an image haunting me now, but until I can get someone to wear clown makeup just the way I see it in my head I will continue to be haunted.

Balloon Baby

Fantasy / Fine art | Fantasy / Personal projects / SoMD Photographer - 04/24/2015

Photoshop Fun Friday

I took this image last summer. And thought it would be fun to play with. I have a few new tricks and toys. I love the original just the way it is. But wanted to play with a nice picture today.

Here is my play. All for the fun of it!

Fine art | Fantasy / Personal / Personal projects / SoMD Photographer - 02/06/2015

Fairy babies and birth in a bottle

Oh how I love to composite! I could do this kind of work all day everyday. Where the only limit is my imagination. Let me tell you how these images came to be. I am in a couple of composite groups on Facebook. A member in one of those groups posted a link to a site that had a composite contest (www.paintcandy.org). I haven't done a composite in a while and needed to practice. So I worked on this first image for a day, making sure to follow all the rules (it was the last day of the contest) and submitted in time.

The contest ended up not being a contest that week after all, and that's ok. I wasn't in it for any prize or anything. It was fun and I got to practice some Photoshop skills. I learned that there are a few tricks I have forgotten how to do because I haven't used them in a while. This image was last weeks submission. I thought it would be interesting to put a pregnant woman (A.K.A. my best friend and one of my favorite models Shannon) in a bottle, in a storm.

Bottle by KarahRobinson-Art at deviantart. Ship by fuguestock at deviant art.

For the image this week I decided to use my other favorite model. 🙂 My little fairy baby is just a cuteness overload.

Dragonfly found at http://www.deviantart.com/art/Dragonfly-Stock-Pack-85131724

Can't wait to see what next weeks theme is!!

Composite / Fantasy / Fine art | Fantasy / Personal projects / SoMD Photographer - 01/31/2015

Precious Penelope

I put it out on my Facebook page that I was looking for some expecting mothers. Some so early maybe no one knew yet. I received a few responses. But only one of them worked out. And I am so glad it did. As it turned out I was expecting myself and didn't know when I announced that I needed mommies. So it was good only one worked out. Not sure I would have had the time to do more than one. Anyway, it was a progression. We got together about every 2 months at the same location. I wanted to show seasons changing as well as momma growing. I really enjoyed shooting these and being a part of the journey. It was also fun to compare notes, our due dates were only a week apart. I'm still working on some of the things I want to do with these shoots. But wanted to share something. So here is one angle of the progression. There will be more as time and baby permits.

Babies & Bellies / Family / SoMD Photographer - 01/21/2015

Hello Holly

It's been an eventful 6 months. Not shooting as much as I would like to, but it's worth it! If you follow me on Facebook or anywhere else then you already know. Just over 6 months ago this little girl stole our hearts! She keeps us busy, but she also keeps us smiling. She has got to be one of the happiest babies I have ever known. She thinks everything is funny. And she loves everyone she meets! Look at her and she will smile and squeal with excitement. At the moment our lives are filled with cloth diapers (a post for another day, long story), nursing, home school, and baby kisses. We are so blessed!!

Babies & Bellies / Family / Personal / SoMD Photographer / Video - 01/19/2015

Happy Birthday to me!!!

We went back to the specialist on Friday and great news!!! The placenta has moved!! No more light duty for me, well no more than any other pregnancy anyway. Now to get off the couch and back to work. Just in time for warmer weather too. Does it get any better? Thank you to everyone for your prayers and support.

Well here she is, can't wait to meet her.

News / Personal / SoMD Photographer - 03/10/2014

No more chirping (personal post)

Been hearing crickets here? I know what your thinking. Where the heck is Sarah? Unless you've seen my Facebook page. Well in case you haven't let me just tell you what is going on. Warning this post is entirely personal so if you aren't interested, stop reading now. It won't hurt my feelings, I promise!! I also promise it won't be long as I am not one to over share.

If you don't already know we are expecting a baby girl. Our estimated due date is July 1st. Due to my being over 35, we are visiting a specialist every so often just to be sure all is well with our little one. All test are normal so far, thank God. At our last visit (the first week of February) we learned I have a little something called placenta previa. My questions was.....placenta who now? Well I won't go into details, if you want to know, google it. Because that isn't the point. The point is Doc says take it easy, no heavy lifting, possible C-section, blah blah blah. Not quite bed rest, but close enough. So I am only taking on sessions that I know will be short, or there will be enough breaks during the shoot. We go back next week to find out if anything has changed. Not so much worried about a C-section but the possibility of bed rest has me a little concerned. Not sure how that's going to work out. But we shall see.

Here is a shot of our little thumb sucker from our February visit.

In other news, I am working on a few projects that don't require me to be on my feet for too long at a time. I will be sharing those very soon. I just want to work on them a little more before putting any of them out there. Come back next week to see one of those projects!

Personal - 02/27/2014

Drift away

I love shooting for me. I don't do it nearly enough. I also love mashing images up like this one. No we didn't really put the baby in the water like that, I'm not completely crazy.

Fantasy / Fine art | Fantasy / Personal projects / SoMD Photographer - 11/15/2013

Oh baby, Carter's newborn session.

Little Mr. Carter did not know if he wanted to be asleep for me or not. So as usual with itty bitties we work around them. Look at his little winky face.

Babies & Bellies / Family - 11/14/2013

2nd grade book report and pumpkin Jesus

My 2nd grader who loves Star Wars, Minecraft, legos and weapons was assigned a book report. He was to fill out the worksheet and decorate a pumpkin (without cutting it) to look like a character in the book. I ask him what book he wants to use and he chooses one we recently read. "We're going to Heaven" by Rick Tancreto. He was given this book at our county fair this year. I also asked him which character he wanted to do with the pumpkin. Of course he wanted to make a Jesus pumpkin. I did assist him on this project but for the most part he did it on his own. In the worksheet he was to describe the character. His answer, cool, chill, peaceful, loved people and animals. I don't think I could have said it better myself.

Personal / SoMD Photographer - 11/12/2013

Happy Birthday Gracie Lu. | A year in pictures

Ok so this post is a little late. But I had to share Gracie's first year. She's such a cutie. How could you not love that squishy little face?!!?

Babies & Bellies / Family / Video - 11/06/2013

Hello Carter | Southern Maryland birth center delivery

What a journey!! You have seen the maternity pictures. Well Here is the birth story in pictures. Four trips to the birth center and Carter finally graced us with his presence. You can keep up with all the family news and learn all about the journey of trying to conceive over HERE.

Babies & Bellies / Family / SoMD Photographer / Video - 11/05/2013

Baby B is six months old.

Look at this handsome little man! I couldn't help but fall in love with him the moment I saw him. He's so happy!! And those cheeks, my goodness those cheeks!! I could squish them all day. Baby B is 6 months old now and growing so fast. Look at him sitting up all by himself. We visited a great little spot in Solomon's Island where the light was just perfect and the weather was fantastic that day too!! It was the perfect day for a family photo shoot!

And look at that amazing smile. I think this shot was my favorite!

I don't normally shoot downward at babies sitting up (afraid they might topple over lol), but at this time I could not get his attention. He was focused on my daughter Marlee who was my assistant that day so I got in front of her to snag this shot.

A beautiful family right!??! I know I think so!

Babies & Bellies / Family / SoMD Photographer - 11/04/2013

Let's get personal

For my own entertainment I have started sketching ideas for some things I wanted to shoot. I have done a few of them. And I am really surprised at how close my final images are to my original sketches. It's so much fun. I just have to share. Can you tell me what this image says to you? If you can read in this image what I am trying to express I might get brave enough to show you my stick figure sketch. LOL that would be for your entertainment, they are awful! I will also share more sketch and final product posts.

Babies & Bellies / Composite / Family / Fine art | Fantasy / Personal projects / SoMD Photographer - 09/02/2013

Expecting Carter

I have this friend who is more like a sister. You have probably seen her here before. I like photographing her, and she likes the spot light. One of the many reasons we are a great team. Well she is due any day now with baby number 4. You can follow her beautiful story HERE. You will learn some things about trying to conceive and all the heartache and joy that comes with it. You will also learn what a rainbow baby is, if you don't already know.

The whole Beautiful family.