new {a website and bling!}

My new website went live this past weekend {SO EXCITED!!!}  If you are Class of 2011 and are interested in being a Senior Rep for your school {and getting free stuff}  please contact me and I will give you the details. You must live in Pittsburgh or the surrounding area.

I also went to my first Silpada party over the weekend. It is the same concept as tupperware or pampered chef, but shopping for jewelry was WAY more fun! I couldn’t help myself, I splurged and bought two pieces. If you are a jewelry lover you must check it out! It is all .925 sterling silver and they have some really unique designs. The best part is you get to shop with your friends and it really is like going through a friends jewelry box.

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Imaging USA {Nashville, TN}

I just attended my first ever Imaging USA conference in Nashville and all I can say is “wow”. I got more out of it than I ever could have imagined. I have a much clearer vision of what I want out of my photography, which is priceless. I also had the chance to see some great photographers speak about their own journey with photography and business. I was blown away at how open and honest they were. I feel so blessed to be a part of such a wonderful industry filled with so many talented individuals! And because a post is no fun with out some photos… here are a few of the resort where the convention was held. If you get the chance you should visit, it is the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center. They have hotels, restuarants, shopping,  a convention center and  beautiful gardens all under one roof {it feels like you are outside}, I have never seen anything like it!!

Jacob {Merry Christmas}

Nicole and I go way back, We went to middle school together. Years later we ended up in the same business program in college. It was liked we had picked up right where we left off! Anytime we would work together, both of us being major procrastinators, it always ended up being an all-nighter the night before a big project was due. So when Nicole contacted me to photograph her little guy Jacob of course we ended up waiting until the last minute before the holidays. Procrastination aside we had a wonderful shoot at their home. Jacob is such a sweet little boy, Nicole and Wayne thanks for letting me capture these memories of your first Christmas as a family!

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Reggie

Another post that is long overdue! Reggie and I met up in Schenley Park in Oakland. Right away we had something in common, we are both Point Park alumi! After we wandered around the park we decided to head over the bridge and finished up the session over by the Carnegie library. I had a great time photographing Reggie! Enjoy.

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Wendell

I am a horrible blogger, these are long overdue!! I met up with Wendell and his mom at SouthSide Works. Wendell had an absolute blast playing in the water fountain and it made for some adorable photos. He’s such a little man!

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Joseph

Joey is a model for Heyman Talent out of Columbus. We decided to meet up in Pittsburgh’s West End neighborhood to get some photos to update Joey’s portfolio. I had a great time collaborating with Joey on this shoot.  Enjoy!!

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Sneak Peek {Reggie}

Sneak Peek {Joseph}

Roman

Roman and I had a great time wandering around the Strip District. I was photographing him for his modeling portfolio.  Roman was pretty much up for anything and super fun to work with.

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Sneak Peek {Roman}

Check back soon for the slide show!