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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Hope all is well with everybody! New photos to come soon! In the meantime, check out the website. I just gave it a nice, clean makeover!

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!

McCahills

Monday I did a family portrait sessions with Gary, Lee, and Cole McCahill. They are such a great family! We went to Harkness Memorial State Park to do the shoot, which is my favorite place to do photos! The McCahills were so much fun to work with and their photos came out beautiful!

Doesn't Cole have a great smile?!


You can just see how much Cole loves his Mom.


Nothing better than a father and son.

Caitlin Alexandra : Maternity June 2009

My friend Caitlin and her husband Mark are excepting their first child in just under two months. I was honored to do a maternity session with Caitlin- and she was absolutely GLOWING! I don't know anyone who deserves so much love other than her. Mark and Caitlin are expecting a baby girl who will be named Ariana Rose! I can't wait to meet her, as well as take some great pictures of her.

Here are just a few of my favorite shots from our two hours session.

Schlink Family Reunion

Happy Fourth of July.... yesterday! Hope everyone had delicious cookouts, had fun with friends and family, and got to see a firework or two!

We had a family reunion yesterday, which was interesting to say the least! It was great to meet cousins from Florida and to see some people I haven't seen in years.

The theme for the day was a luau.... Even Rowdy got dressed up for the ocassion!


This is my cousin Lucy, our very own Victoria Beckham... Fashion, spunk, and all!


I have a big family... These are almost all of my cousins and myself. Not a bad looking group!


One of my littlest cousins, Grace, changing into her swimsuit.. After she spilt water all over herself!


And finally, my beautiful mom.... Now you know where I get my good looks from!

Rowdy Roo

A few weeks ago a new family member arrived at my house... A puppy! His name is Rowdy, but I prefer to call him Roo Roo. He's a flat coated retriever and is the CUTEST thing ever. But he is a bit of a brat, but I'll forgive him.

Class of 2009

© Righter Imaging

Yesterday I graduated from Hallmark Insitute of Photography. It's a bittersweet feeling. I'm so excited to start my photography career, but at the same time I'm going to miss everyone so much.

I wrote a testimonial for the school website and it basically describes how I feel about the past ten months of my life.

When I walked into the Educational Center on the first day of school, I knew the next 10 months of my life were going to be life changing. At Hallmark, not only did I learn about all the different aspects of photography, but I learned more about myself than I could ever imagine. The faculty, staff, and my peers became my family away from home, helping each other become the best person and photographer they could be. I couldn't recommend a school, or family, better than Hallmark Institute of Photography.

Here's to the HIP Class of 2009. I love you all and wish everyone the best!

Final Portfolio

Last Wednesday I turned in my Final Portfolio for Hallmark- hmmm, a breathe of fresh air! The stress is done, for now, 'till I go to my portfolio review next Friday/Monday. But until then, I'm home in Connecticut relaxing and enjoying time off with my family and friends. Plus, I already have a few client for the summer season, so I think it's going to be a great summer! Plus, I got a haircut, so I have that great feeling of fresh, clean hair.

Here are a few of my photographs from my portfolio.

Enjoy!

Tim and Victoria Muller

This past weekend I photographed my first wedding for Tim and Victoria Mullen. I had such a great time, despite a few seconds of rain. The ceremony was absolutely beautiful and the reception hall was unbelievable! I'm so happy I was able to be there on Tim and Victoria's special day.

Here are a few of my favorite photographs from the day.











Hope everyone is well!