There were greens and we had to jump in!
Model, Erin Madison and mua, Christine Marie.
Best Fashion Photographer
Model, Erin Madison and mua, Christine Marie.
Best Fashion Photographer
Sunday, January 30, 2011
Friday, January 28, 2011
Thursday, January 27, 2011
Top, top secret surprise.
So, I have a top, top secret surprised planned for Jelani this Valentines day. I am not usually one for big surprises. Not that I don't LOVE receiving them, but honestly- all the planning and keeping my mouth shut required to give SOMEONE ELSE a surprise is beyond me. Until this year!
This year, I have managed to put together a fun surprise (no clues to be posted unfortunately!) for this big, girly, lovers weekend.
To kind of get myself in the mood for this glitter, paper-heart month, I thought I'd start playing around with some red lipsticks, maybe even add a little "somethin somethin" to my wardrobe in RED.
I'm on the lookout, but if you have any suggestions, please let me know! A great lip color, or maybe a red necklace would be awesome!
This year, I have managed to put together a fun surprise (no clues to be posted unfortunately!) for this big, girly, lovers weekend.
To kind of get myself in the mood for this glitter, paper-heart month, I thought I'd start playing around with some red lipsticks, maybe even add a little "somethin somethin" to my wardrobe in RED.
I'm on the lookout, but if you have any suggestions, please let me know! A great lip color, or maybe a red necklace would be awesome!
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Glass Eyes - Portland Look Book Photography
What a fantastic opportunity we had to shoot in my good friend's new house. It was renovated recently and is about to hit the market, so I snatched up my small window to shoot there.
Here are some sneak peaks from that shoot with Muse model: Cassi, makeup artist: Destiny Taylor and assistant: Nick Wilson.
Look Book Photographer Portland
Here are some sneak peaks from that shoot with Muse model: Cassi, makeup artist: Destiny Taylor and assistant: Nick Wilson.
Look Book Photographer Portland
Monday, January 24, 2011
Rain on Me - Portland Look Book
New set of some shots with Megan Hodge of Edge Models.
Portland Commercial Photographer Lavenda Memory
Portland Commercial Photographer Lavenda Memory
Portland Monthly: Photo of the Day
I wanted to repost this since my original link seems to be broken.
Some updates on this: had a meeting with the art directors from Portland Monthly Magazine about shooting for their magazine this year. To see the photos selected please just click on the link!
Portland Commercial Photographer Lavenda Memory
Some updates on this: had a meeting with the art directors from Portland Monthly Magazine about shooting for their magazine this year. To see the photos selected please just click on the link!
Portland Commercial Photographer Lavenda Memory
Thursday, January 20, 2011
Astronaut Globe
I was on facebook yesterday, when an actor friend of mine IMed me and asked if I was okay. I was quick to reply haha, I'm fine and all that. But after I logged off I stopped to think about it. The truth is, I am kind of in a tailspin of growth right now. I feel like I have been moving into, with, inside of a new stage of my life where everything I ever wanted is now attainable.
I don't mean like, financially, all of a sudden I am well-off or anything like that. I mean, where I used to see roadblocks, I now see potential exercise routes. Where there was once a book of rules, I see some mildly annoying suggestions.
It's like I am seeing and hearing other's points of views through an astronaut globe. You know what I'm talking about. It's like I am inside of this awesome astronaut suit, jumping around with no gravity to hold me down. And when someone says something that used to drag me down to earth, I am just kind of like, hey- I get to float. Don't mess with me.
This weightlessness that I've been wearing lately is affecting my brain, in the way that I mother my baby girl, in the way that I take photos. Especially in the way I perceive the world and my life, moment to moment.
This weightlessness is making me sad for other people, who are still dragging around in their muscle-building barbells, or whatever weird metaphor you'd like to use. It's making me sad, just to be sad. Because sad is being present. And being present is like waking up to my birthday every single day.
This weightlessness is making me sad. And it's also making me very aware of how much love I have for myself and for my family and for my friends. And even for my work.
All of this to say, I think you may be seeing some changes in me, if you happen to hang out with me often. And if you don't, if you just follow my blog, you are probably seeing some changes in my work. My work is always a reflection of my growth and my personality. So, if you see a little weightlessness, some melancholy and some love, you are probably seeing me in there somewhere.
Some shots of LoveJoy Bakers in the Pearl:
An outtake of fellow Photographer, Deneb, from our headshot shoot.
I don't mean like, financially, all of a sudden I am well-off or anything like that. I mean, where I used to see roadblocks, I now see potential exercise routes. Where there was once a book of rules, I see some mildly annoying suggestions.
It's like I am seeing and hearing other's points of views through an astronaut globe. You know what I'm talking about. It's like I am inside of this awesome astronaut suit, jumping around with no gravity to hold me down. And when someone says something that used to drag me down to earth, I am just kind of like, hey- I get to float. Don't mess with me.
This weightlessness that I've been wearing lately is affecting my brain, in the way that I mother my baby girl, in the way that I take photos. Especially in the way I perceive the world and my life, moment to moment.
This weightlessness is making me sad for other people, who are still dragging around in their muscle-building barbells, or whatever weird metaphor you'd like to use. It's making me sad, just to be sad. Because sad is being present. And being present is like waking up to my birthday every single day.
This weightlessness is making me sad. And it's also making me very aware of how much love I have for myself and for my family and for my friends. And even for my work.
All of this to say, I think you may be seeing some changes in me, if you happen to hang out with me often. And if you don't, if you just follow my blog, you are probably seeing some changes in my work. My work is always a reflection of my growth and my personality. So, if you see a little weightlessness, some melancholy and some love, you are probably seeing me in there somewhere.
Some shots of LoveJoy Bakers in the Pearl:
An outtake of fellow Photographer, Deneb, from our headshot shoot.
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
Win a $50 Gift Card on My Blog!!
Thanks to CSN.com I am co-hosting my very first give away! Since my blog is all about photos and fashion, I thought why not give my readers a chance to win $50 towards a must-have accessory for Spring? Check out these great finds from Delsey Luggage, and other CSN.com stores, where you can find everything from trendy luggage for your Spring Break trip, to beautiful, and very affordable handbags.
The WINNER of our $50 gift code can apply their credit towards ANY of CSN's 200+ stores.
Pastels are such a great break from our winter darks and have been seen on the runway by designers like, Michael Kors who incorporated blue, purple and green pastels for his feminine outfits. Burberry, Matthew Williamson, Tommy Hilfiger, Mila Schon and Blumarine played with romantic accents of pastels as well.
Here are some affordable ways to update your Spring/ Summer look with pastels:
Barcelona Boho Bow Bag seen in almond green The Sak Clutch seen in lavendar Elliot Lucca Hobo with Bow seen in Peony Luichiny Pump seen in Lilac Luichiny Silver Pump seen in tan Barcelona Zipper Clutch seen in white
TO WIN:
Please go ahead and leave a comment with a link to one of your favorite items found on CSN.com in order to enter. You can enter the drawing twice if you also leave a message on our Photography Facebook page! If this goes well, I will begin offering these drawings every 2 months.
Drawing will take place on March 7th and the winner will be announced by that evening!
The WINNER of our $50 gift code can apply their credit towards ANY of CSN's 200+ stores.
Pastels are such a great break from our winter darks and have been seen on the runway by designers like, Michael Kors who incorporated blue, purple and green pastels for his feminine outfits. Burberry, Matthew Williamson, Tommy Hilfiger, Mila Schon and Blumarine played with romantic accents of pastels as well.
Here are some affordable ways to update your Spring/ Summer look with pastels:
Barcelona Boho Bow Bag seen in almond green The Sak Clutch seen in lavendar Elliot Lucca Hobo with Bow seen in Peony Luichiny Pump seen in Lilac Luichiny Silver Pump seen in tan Barcelona Zipper Clutch seen in whiteTO WIN:
Please go ahead and leave a comment with a link to one of your favorite items found on CSN.com in order to enter. You can enter the drawing twice if you also leave a message on our Photography Facebook page! If this goes well, I will begin offering these drawings every 2 months.
Drawing will take place on March 7th and the winner will be announced by that evening!
Tuesday, January 18, 2011
Softer Things - Portland Beauty Photographer
So, I am putting together 6-7 pieces for my show this March. The pieces will be up for all of March, but the reception is March 4th so mark your calendars!
As I work out my inspirations this winter, I find myself gravitating towards nature. Even rain seems to be less of an evil and more of a collaborator these days. Anyhow, here are some shots from a recent shoot with Edge Agency's Megan Hodge.
It literally poured the entire day, which meant we had to shoot under cover for the first 3 looks. The second half of our shoot was quite the test of my team's spirits. I think we managed really well, however! I'm posting the shot of my assistant Nick Wilson keeping cover for poor Megan!
Portland Beauty Photographer Lavenda Memory
As I work out my inspirations this winter, I find myself gravitating towards nature. Even rain seems to be less of an evil and more of a collaborator these days. Anyhow, here are some shots from a recent shoot with Edge Agency's Megan Hodge.
It literally poured the entire day, which meant we had to shoot under cover for the first 3 looks. The second half of our shoot was quite the test of my team's spirits. I think we managed really well, however! I'm posting the shot of my assistant Nick Wilson keeping cover for poor Megan!
Portland Beauty Photographer Lavenda Memory
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Portland Headshot Sessions
It's a new year and time for a fresh start! As an actor myself, I know how important it is to have my current look represented in my headshot. If you've been meaning to update yours, shoot me an email! My calendar is often fuller at the beginning of every year, but I am so, so excited to help jumpstart your year. I am always happy to fit you in asap!
Portland Headshot Photographer Lavenda Memory - Portland Head Shots
Portland Headshot Photographer Lavenda Memory - Portland Head Shots
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