Christmas!

Christmas, a time to spend with your family and remember the birth of Jesus Christ. And that we did! After opening presents we hit the town to check out all the beautiful lights. I got to take advantage of my star filter to get some pretty cool effects with all the lights. Hope you enjoy!

Christmas Eve: Anderson River Park

Christmas Eve: Joe and I decided on a peaceful day and took Lexie (our chocolate lab) to Anderson River Park. These were the shots taken while we were there. It was a BEAUTIFUL morning, quiet and fairly desolate. The people we came across were so kind and we just had a lot of fun! The rest of the day was spent just chilling and spending time with my in-laws. And most of all, remembering the reason we celebrate Christmas, the birth of our Saviour: Jesus Christ!

Joe's awesome truck!

Wintery Sunrise

Dutch Angle! Love it. :)

Was walking back to my car after freezing taking all these shots and the reflection just completely caught my eye! One cool thing about having a black car...

The photographer at work. My reflection from the window of my car. And yes, I was FREEZING...

Pink Rose

This is a shot I took over a year ago, but I'm having so much fun using some new programs, that I couldn't help but apply new filters and share it with you! Keep in mind that any photo you see here on my blog can be purchased as a print (framed or without a frame)! Call or Email me for more details.

The Moon

The moon was so brilliant this morning! I just had to get a photo while at our church this morning.

My Wonderful Husband

Got this shot when we did the Peterson Family Portraits. :) Isn't he handsome?

Mannheim Steamroller

Had a GREAT time attending the Mannheim Steamroller concert! Please excuse the noise in the photos, I had to take these with my cell phone as they did not allow regular cameras. Merry Christmas!

My New Star Filter

Joe just couldn't wait til Christmas to give me part of his gift, which is a star filter for my DSLR!

These are a few of the pics around our home to give you a glimpse of what that filter does. It's pretty awesome! Thank you Babe!



Another Scenic Shot

I took this earlier in the year but just now got around to editing it! Crazy I know... Enjoy!

Thanksgiving Family Portraits

BIG Thank you to Katrina Markham for doing our family portraits for us this year. It was extra special since we were joined by my Grandparents from beautiful Washington State!

Sundial Bridge

Well, needless to say, I didn't have my flash turned on so the exposure time was WAY too long and this is what I ended up with. Although, it's pretty cool looking though... So I thought I'd share it with you all. :)

The Family at Sundial Bridge. So hard to get good shots at night without a tripod...

Profile of Sarah. She's gonna kill me...

Thanksgiving "Family"

Got this shot on Thanksgiving while spending time with my parents and grandparents. Reminds me of the importance of family and how much they all mean to me. Love you all!!

Nevarez Family

Had a WONDERFUL time with the Nevarez family over the weekend. Surprisingly all the children behaved beautifully and we were able to get great shots taken! 

The beautiful Nevarez family!

Joann cracks me up! Finally caught a shot of her contagous laugh.

Dad, Mom and their boys.