Category Archives: photojournalism

February 20, 2009 · 12:12 pm

mateo: littlest heroes session.

hello mateo!

i was so excited to meet mateo + his family last weekend for my very first littlest heroes project session! the session was exactly the same as any of my lifestyle sessions – i spent the morning playing with mateo, letting him show me his favorite toys, his star wars bedroom, his awesome swing set, and of course, his amazing spiderman moves! talk about a superhero! although mateo is struggling with developmental disabilities, his shining personality, capacity for laughter + love, and ability to make everyone around him smile are far advanced! he is a very sweet 4 years old who loves to color, loves trucks, has a wild and active imagination, and is very loved by his incredible parents.

enjoy!

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mateo was officially the first person to use the new MKII!

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mateo’s self portrait!

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so expressive!

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mateo showing off his spiderman moves!

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very spiderman-esque!

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February 16, 2009 · 3:36 pm

yee sun + KM: engaged!

a twist on tradition.

meet yee sun + KM! this is one of my favorite couples ever! these two are amazing – yee sun is the sweetest, cutest person evert and KM is polite, thoughtful and clearly adores yee sun! i spent an delightful afternoon in baltimore documenting their love and learning about their relationship. they are both from singapore and in lieu of traditional chinese pre-wedding photography, they elected to have a lifestyle session with me! they will return to singapore next month for two amazing wedding celebrations and take with them these gorgeous images depicting their life in baltimore – how fun!

enjoy!

their gorgeous rings – designed by KM!

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February 13, 2009 · 3:12 pm

key west.

i love key west.

sunset dinner at louis’ backyard – the unparalleled view from our table.

a few of my very favorite images from one of my all-time favorite places – key west! i could write forever about this fabulous island, but this time i’ll let the photos tell the story…enjoy!

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the best way to arrive in key west – via the overseas highway, US RT1 from miami.

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i can see havana on my gps. awesome.

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hello cuba!

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i *love* this.

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pepe’s is the oldest, and best, place to eat in key west.

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happiness is a blue door, a mermaid on your roof and a bicycle.

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the infamous, rampant key west chickens!

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key west was built with bricks from baltimore!

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one of hemingway’s unique six-toed cats…

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public trash cans downtown each have a unique, sassy message promoting cleanliness.

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sunset at mallory square.

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key west: new year’s!

key west: aquarium!

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February 13, 2009 · 11:35 am

key west: aquarium!

a hands-on experience.

one of our favorite experiences in key west was the aquarium – a small, humble home to so many incredible sea creatures! the key west aquarium has endured hurricanes and natural disasters, but remains an awesome institution that cares for the ocean community :) everyone there is so nice, and we got a great little tour of the facility and learned about the great work it does. john especially loved the “petting tank” where you could (gently!) play with the sea creatures!

enjoy!

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sea urchin!

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horseshoe crab!

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street art.

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sea star!

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the next tank over had sharks!

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February 13, 2009 · 10:00 am

key west: new year’s eve!

hello 2009!

i stole away to key west to ring in 2009 and it was amazing! think relaxed island vibe meets new orleans’ bourbon street madness…

true to key west standards, the new year’s celebration is full of competing traditions, which makes is the perfect place to revel in whatever type of party you fancy. from one end of the island to the other, revelers spilled out of jammed bars with live music and crazy cocktails, popping champagne in the streets and tossing mardi gras beads to the crowd. we started the evening at schooner’s wharf where we watched as the pirate wench hoisted herself up the liberty clipper and prepared to descend at midnight. we got a sneak peek as they practiced firing the cannon and lit the mast, before heading into the madness of duval street. a sea of people streamed along the infamous main drag of downtown key west, gathering in front of sloppy joes for the annual dropping of the conch shell. we decided to make our way all the way down duval to take in the spectacle at bourbon street pub where Sushi, a renowned local drag queen, descended in a life-size red high heel shoe! it was packed, it was crazy, and it was truly fabulous.

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the key west conch shell by day…

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…and late at night.

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the pirate wench at schooners wharf.

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revelers party in the streets.

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the infamous red high heel.

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February 9, 2009 · 11:19 pm

mary lou + bob: 50th anniversary!

celebrating 50 years of love.

my favorite image of the day, right after they renewed their vows.

on january 31, 2009 mary lou + bob celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary! it was a true privilege to join their family + friends at st. mary’s of the mills church, and watch as this amazing couple renewed their vows and honored their lasting love! a huge part of what made the celebration so uniquely special was the participation of their family in the mass. their six wonderful grandchildren presented the gifts, gave readings, and lead the audience in prayer and song. mary lou + bob have an inspiring, enduring love from which an amazing family has sprung. all of their children gave touching toasts in a moving tribute to their parents’ anniversary, followed by words from mary lou + bob’s siblings as well. mary lou’s bridesmaid and friend for 50+ years had a wonderful and hilarious surprise – her original bridesmaid dress! also present at the reception was their wedding invitation, framed wedding photographs, and their original wedding cake topper!

i *loved* being a part of this day – i am so in love with love, and am so inspired by mary lou + bob’s love and commitment. they never stopped smiling all day long and i can see why they have stayed “best buddies” all these years!

congrats to mary lou + bob! and cheers to love!

enjoy!