My Life | A new chapter.

First let me say (aaaagain) that I'm sorry I've been neglecting my blog.  It's not that I don't have anything new to blog, (2 weddings, 4 sessions and a few personal items waiting in the wings!) but my life here at home is just now getting back to normalcy after a whirlwind few months campaigning for my husband's run in the race for Mayor here in Taylor.

I am so happy to report that he WON the election!!  And it still hasn't sunk in that I am a Mayor's wife.  And when someone asks me what it feels like to be a first lady, (which happens a billion times a day) only one word comes to mind.  Wierd.  But wierd in a good way.  

Nothing is really going to change for us, we're not moving into a mayor's mansion, hiring bodyguards or anything silly like that.  But this is simply a new chapter for us, and gives us the opportunity to make our city a better place to live for everyone.  I have never been more proud of my husband, Jeff.  I always knew he was an amazing man, and now 70,000 people will know it too.

I had my camera with me throughout the day and took a few shots here and there.  This one was my favorite. Next to Jeff is our friend, Rocky and he was truly the rock behind Jeff's campaign.  This was shot about 20 minutes after the polls closed and after about 20/30 polls reporting, Jeff was up 800 votes.  Incredible.

 

Love Shoot | Mike + Kristen

are getting married next June ... on Mackinac Island!  And I cannot wait for their big day.  They are going to exchange vows in a morning ceremony on the island and I feel so lucky that they chose me to be there to capture it for them.  This is one of those Bliss weddings that just can't come fast enough.

And last weekend, I met Kristen and Mike at Greenfield Village for their Love Shoot.  Kristen and I threw around ideas for a location around for months, and then finally decided that this would be perfect!  With the horse drawn carriages and cobblestone streets, and the most perfect fall weather, we got some great shots and had a lot of fun shooting together.

Here's a little peek from their Love Shoot.  Enjoy =)

Bliss Seniors | Tori

I am so excited to blog this senior session that I had last weekend with Tori.  For the majority of my new clients, I don't get the opportunity to see them face-to-face before their session, and especially with seniors, I get to know moms and dads though many phone consultations trying to pick the perfect location, clothing and look/feel.

You can imagine my surprise when Marlo, Tori and Derek (her special guy who came to keep her company) came strolling up to the gates of Greenfield Village.  I was immediately taken by how beautiful Tori was.  And after spending close to two hours with her, I quickly realized that her beauty exists both inside and out.  Truly.  

We spent the morning hunting out the perfect light that would occasionally catch Tori's eyes and light her right up.  The beautiful porches of the Village are some of my favorite places to shoot families, and now are a favorite for seniors too.   

Tori and Marlo ... I'm so happy that we were finally able to get your session re-scheduled and we couldn't have asked for more perfect weather.  I had such a great time getting to know you guys and especially trying to get Tori to laugh!  If I could bottle up your session and keep it forever, I would.  Thank you for being such great clients.  Here's your little peek as promised.  Enjoy =)

Session | Tia

Last weekend, I traveled over to the West side of the state to visit family and shoot a very special session for Tia. Not technically a senior anymore, Tia is an aspiring model, and oh so beautiful!  I'm so proud to call her family. She got in touch with me awhile back and was looking for shots to add to her model portfolio.  We spent the morning downtown, attempting to stay warm despite the frigid , frigid temps and relentless wind! Halfway through our session, I took off my scarf and gave it to her.  We never imagined it would be a perfect little splash of color.  But Tia was in her element, and just shined in front of the camera.  Here are a few from our freezing morning together.  Enjoy =)

 

Weddings | Joey + Shauna