Meteor Showers & The Little Dipper

Above is a photo I took during the meteor shower we had early this morning... Technically it's still going on, but I don't feel like watching it anymore. It's put me in a strange mood.

I think it's because I could clearly see the Little Dipper.

That sounds strange, I know. But here is the story about that.

When I was little, my mom noticed that the freckles on my make make the Big Dipper. We all thought it was so funny... But then she noticed on my little brother's back, Kevin, that his freckles made the Little Dipper. It was so strange, yet so amazing!

Now whenever I see the Little Dipper I think of my brother, naturally. He's going to be 17 in February (and it makes me feel so old!), a junior in high school, he's looking into college, he's very involved with our high school drama club (like I was... well, I still am!), and he's all around an awesome kid. I'm so lucky to have him as a little brother... We've always gotten along really well, except for the understandable sibling fights. He's pretty much my best friend.

And tonight I saw the Little Dipper so clearly. All the stars are beautiful right now, but the Little Dipper seemed to shine brighter than the rest. Then it struck me- I've NEVER been able to find the Little or Big Dipper on my own. And now I finally found one of them!

Why did this put me in such a strange mood? I'm not sure. Maybe it's because I wish my brother was outside watching the stars with me instead of sleep. Maybe it's because I didn't have a tripod so I couldn't take a good photos of the Little Dipper (the photo I took my camera was laying across the hot tub cover). Maybe I'm just over tired and thinking too much- girls tend to do that, a lot, trust me I'm a pro.

But nevertheless... I love my brother. He's the best. He's my Little Dipper. And whenever I see that constellation, I will always think of him.

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Jessica & Julia

Oh goodness, long time no blog! So sorry about that, the past few months have been very busy- but the good kind of busy, very good kind of busy!

Anyways.

I did a senior portrait session with Jessica and Julia. They go to high school together and are really good friends- you can imagine how much we were laughing during their shoot! It's was a blast and I had a great time. Plus, all of their shots came out AMAZING! I don't think I can pick a favorite!

But here are a few shots for you to take a peak at.


Jessica




Julia

The Little Details

When I go photograph weddings my favorite part of the day is capturing all the little details. It brings character to the day. From the boutonnieres, to the dress, and don't forget the rings! It's so much fun to see all the planning brides and grooms (okay, maybe just the brides!) do with the decorations and center pieces and each wedding is so different from the rest. Plus, it gives me ideas for my own wedding someday. ;]

I assisted another wedding with Jay Fleming recently, and here are a few of the details from that day!

Noah

This Saturday Noah will be celebrating his Bar-mitzvah's, so to celebrate we took some wonderful photos to send to friends and family.

Then Saturday evening I will be photographing the after party... Can't wait for that! Be sure to check for photos from that as well!

Weston

On Tuesday I did a portrait session with Weston, a freshmen at WHS. He needed a few headshots for the acting camp he is attending to- that kid is going to be a Broadway Star someday, just you watch! He was Theo in WATERFORDrama's production of PIPPIN this past March and he was amazing! He may be young but has an amazing singing voice already!

Break a leg on the 31st, Weston- he'll be performing for the national tour director of Hairspray when he goes back to camp!

Assisting Jay Fleming, Tracy & Tom's Wedding

This past weekend I had the amazing opportunity to assist Jay Fleming, 2004 Hallmark Alumni, at a wedding in Shelton, CT. It was so great to meet Jay and get to know him, as well as be able to talk to another person about Hallmark. Jay is a great guy and photographer. You should definitely check out his website and see his amazing work; Fleming Portrait Design.

Here are my favorite photographs from the day- Thanks you, Jay, for letting me post these, as well as asking me to come along!