Chris LeDoux Art Show - Sneak Peak

I've been a little quiet lately but believe me it's not because I haven't been busy! I've been scrambling to get ready for the Chris LeDoux Memorial Art Show in Casper Wyoming next week! I have less than five days left to put all the finishing touches on everything!

I've been burning the midnight oil to say the least! I keep telling myself that winter is coming and I'll have plenty of time to sleep then!

Here is a sneak peak of the four fine art notecard sets that I'll have for sale at the art show. They would also make great stocking stuffers and I will be taking orders starting the first week in November for $22 (includes tax) when I get back from the show. Each set includes five blank notecards with fine art print and are individually signed.

Western Landscapes

Western Scenes

Cowgirls

Cowboys

SchraderBachar Family

I'm behind on blogging due to last minute preparations for the Art Show next weekend but I'm trying to get caught up!!

I had the pleasure of meeting the SchraderBachar family last weekend for a family photo session. We lucked out and it was a beautiful fall day by Sailorville Lake.

I had a great time capturing some of their fun family moments - here are a few from the day.

Chris LeDoux Art Show!

I'm so excited to announce that I am one of 10 artists invited to show my western fine art photography at this event!!

I've loved Chris LeDoux since I was a little girl and I am honored more than words can say to be invited to this prestigious event!

Press Release:

A Tribute to Chris LeDoux Western Art Show
PRCA Rodeo and Concert 2008
Casper, Wyoming

October 31 - Parkway Plaza Hotel at 7 pm.

Showing a 60 piece collection of Chris LeDoux’s art and memorabilia from the private collection of Bill and Dona Vold Larsen. (The private collection is currently showing at the Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame in Colorado Springs). Invited are 10 of the finest Western Artists to show with Chris’ collection.

In 2005 more than 1000 attended the event, Nashville song writers, former World Champion Cowboys, friends and neighbors from Kaycee, WY. In 2007 the number increased to 1200 people viewing the private collection. An even larger crowd is anticipated in 2008. This event is free and open to the public.

November 1 Award winning PRCA Rodeo 7p.m. at the Central Wyoming Fairgrounds Arena

Trent Willmont Concert to Follow

A Tribute to Chris LeDoux PRCA rodeo was named:
2005 PRCA Small Indoor Rodeo of the Year
2006 Cowboys Choice Award Mountain States Circuit Finals

Tickets are available after September 15, 2008
Casper Chamber of Commerce
Call 307-234-5311
1-866-234-5311
Tickets: lower level $30
Upper level $20
Concert only $20 (sold only after the event is sold out)
The event has sold out in the past

Wedding Photography Workshop - Part 1

I had an amazing opportunity to photograph some beautiful brides this past Sunday at the Freestyle Wedding Workshop in Moline, IL. I learned a lot at this workshop and it gave me some great ideas and tips for next years couples!

The husband and wife couples that were our models were all married within the past year. It was neat to see these couples revisiting their wedding day and having a chance to enjoy themselves (and each other) without the pressure of having to say their vows within a few hours!

The brides and grooms where so nice and we had a lot of fun trying "out of the box" poses - make sure to check out the ones below in the water fountain!

September 6th Wedding at Buxton Park

I had the pleasure of shooting Brenda and Jason's wedding this past weekend at beautiful Buxton Park in Indianola Iowa. The day was overcast and threatened to rain, but by the grace of the heavens, the rain held off until late in the evening after all the festivities were over. Here are a few pictures from their day.

Brenda & Jason's Engagement Session

Before I left for vacation in Washington state - Brenda and Jason joined me for their engagement session, luckily we were able to dodge the thunderstorms that were passing through that evening!

I'm a little behind but I wanted to get their engagement pictures up before their wedding this weekend. Check back next week for their wedding pictures!

Scott Kelby's Worldwide Photo Walk

I've been on vacation in Seattle Washington this past week and took a break from blogging while I was gone. During my trip I got to participate in the Scott Kelby Worldwide Photo Walk on Saturday August 23rd.

On the day of this event - there were "photo walks" held in 44 States and 45 Countries with over 8,000 people participating. What you do on a "photo walk" is gather a bunch of photographers together and all walk a set route and then post your pictures to an online group (flicker) and see the different visions everyone has - it's amazing the different perspectives that photographers can capture from the same subjects and objects. To see ALL the photos that were taken on my walk you can see them here on Flickr.

Here are a few of my favorite shots from the evening.