I am looking for models of all ages who would like a FREE portrait session so I can build my portfolio. You will either get a disc of edited images or a link to a place to download the pictures. You will also agree to let me use the photos for my portfolio. I am looking for newborns, infants, children, seniors, families, couples and especially BRIDES for a bridal portrait session. Contact me through my contact page here or click the link above. To see some of my recent shoots go here or here or here.

Thanks! I look forward to working with you!

This past weekend I did a mini photo shoot with my cousin's1 year old daughter, Emma. Isn't she adorable with her little grin and striped bow.  Here's a little sneak peak of the portrait session we did in Mooresville, Indiana's park.

Thanks for being such an adorable model Emma!

I tried photographing Fireworks for the first time with my DSLR last night. I forgot my tripod so I tried to hold the camera as steady as I could. I learned the fireworks technique from the Basic Photography class at PhotographX in north Kansas City. I used the BULB setting as the shutter speed and an aperture of f14. The BULB setting allows the shutter to stay open as long as you hold down the shutter  button. I liked getting more than one firework in a shot. A good article on shooting fireworks can be found here at  Digital Photography School. Here's a few that turned out pretty good.

Just got a new camera lense. It's a prime lense (If you don't know the difference b/w a prime lense and zoom lense, go here for more information). I bought a Canon 50mm f1.8, which is supposed to be great for portraiture. I've only had a chance to use it on my dogs. Here's a few pics with my new lense!

I finally finished editing ALL of the photos from my photo shoot with Olivia at Antioch Park in Mission, KS. Here are a few of my favorite pictures.

Today, I had the pleasure of doing a portrait session with an adorable 6 month old girl named Olivia. She did great especially during the first 30 minutes. She was happy and silly. Near the end of the photo shoot she was getting a little tired. Overall, it was a fun shoot. I also got a few pictures with mommy and daddy. Thanks for being such great models! So here's your sneak peak! Enjoy!

Recently, I have decided to start building up my photography portfolio. I enjoy learning photography and there is so much to it. I never thought about how much goes into creating amazing pictures until now. I'm hoping to open my own photography business in the future. So please help me out! If you know of any second shooter jobs or need a second shooter for weddings, PLEASE PLEASE contact me. You can find pictures on my blog. Also if you want to be my model and get some free pictures taken let me know as well! I enjoy photographing all types of people, families, couples, kids, babies! Thank you so much for your help!

I have contacted a few other photographers and hoping something will work out so I can help shoot a wedding with one of them soon! I'm super excited about all of this and thanks for the support my fellow bloggers!

Tonight I had a photo shoot with my good friend Trish and her boyfriend, Dan. Trish's dog, Pete, also came along for some pictures too. We walked around downtown Overland Park for some fun pictures! There was so many good places for pictures it was so hard to decide. I'd love to go back to this venue for more photos sometime. Here is a sneak peak of the photos. Hope you enjoy them!

On Sunday, I took photos of my sister and her boyfriend Matt. We went to Downtown Lenexa by the train tracks and few old buildings. My favorite part was when a cyclist went by and yells out, "Congrats on the Engagement". I just laughed while Matt asks what? I said oh nothing. So here a few pictures of the day! Enjoy!

Thanks for letting me take pictures! You were great models!

THE GET EDUCATED CONTEST

Prizes: 6 CHANCES TO WIN!

Winners will be picked and announced on Sunday, May 23rd. Winners must contact me by May 25th to claim prizes.

1. Dane Sanders’ Fast Track Photographer:

Dane Sanders has offered to give away one of his books, The Fast Track Photographer to 5 lucky people. Along with his resourceful book (I’ve read it and can attest to it!) he is also offering one month free to his Fast Tracker forum where you’ll be able to connect to other photographers who are in the beginning stages of launching their business.

2. 503 |online| Workshops for “Oldies”:

I am going to be giving away 1 free spot to my totally sold-out June workshop. If you’re looking to jump-start your business join me! I’ll make sure you do it right knowing how to take beautiful photographs!


How to enter:

Add your entry in the comment section of this MCP Blog post (not on Facebook) by answering the question: What aspect of your photography training do you feel is lacking?


Free classes are always great! I could really use some photography training. I entered! Did you?