Greeting the morning



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What is “Instagramification”?

I don’t always have my professional camera with me, so I like to take shots that are of interest to me with my Samsung Galaxy Note 4. These are not by any means fine art, but just me taking notice of something and sharing it. See them all here.
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Toes


What is “Instagramification”?

I don’t always have my professional camera with me, so I like to take shots that are of interest to me with my Samsung Galaxy Note 4. These are not by any means fine art, but just me taking notice of something and sharing it. See them all here.
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I’m eating it!


What is “Instagramification”?

I don’t always have my professional camera with me, so I like to take shots that are of interest to me with my Samsung Galaxy Note 4. These are not by any means fine art, but just me taking notice of something and sharing it. See them all here.
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Even a weed can be beautiful.



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What is “Instagramification”?

I don’t always have my professional camera with me, so I like to take shots that are of interest to me with my Samsung Galaxy Note 4. These are not by any means fine art, but just me taking notice of something and sharing it. See them all here.
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Last from my mini vaca. Wild lily climbing a tree.



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What is “Instagramification”?

I don’t always have my professional camera with me, so I like to take shots that are of interest to me with my Samsung Galaxy Note 4. These are not by any means fine art, but just me taking notice of something and sharing it. See them all here.
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Knarly Pines



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What is “Instagramification”?

I don’t always have my professional camera with me, so I like to take shots that are of interest to me with my Samsung Galaxy Note 4. These are not by any means fine art, but just me taking notice of something and sharing it. See them all here.
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Shroom!



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What is “Instagramification”?

I don’t always have my professional camera with me, so I like to take shots that are of interest to me with my Samsung Galaxy Note 4. These are not by any means fine art, but just me taking notice of something and sharing it. See them all here.
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Instagram Image



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What is “Instagramification”?

I don’t always have my professional camera with me, so I like to take shots that are of interest to me with my Samsung Galaxy Note 4. These are not by any means fine art, but just me taking notice of something and sharing it. See them all here.
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Ripley saying “cheese!”



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What is “Instagramification”?

I don’t always have my professional camera with me, so I like to take shots that are of interest to me with my Samsung Galaxy Note 4. These are not by any means fine art, but just me taking notice of something and sharing it. See them all here.
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Strange spikey gumballs.



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What is “Instagramification”?

I don’t always have my professional camera with me, so I like to take shots that are of interest to me with my Samsung Galaxy Note 4. These are not by any means fine art, but just me taking notice of something and sharing it. See them all here.
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Because sometimes that’s all you need to do



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What is “Instagramification”?

I don’t always have my professional camera with me, so I like to take shots that are of interest to me with my Samsung Galaxy Note 4. These are not by any means fine art, but just me taking notice of something and sharing it. See them all here.
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Congrats Elizabeth!

Check out shots from Elizabeth’s portfolio session. We had a thunderstorm brewing and for being “early” in the year it was hot and muggy. She was a trooper, changing clothes on the fly and running about a park chasing the shade, then sun, then shade… such weird lighting that day. I cannot be happier with the headshots we created.

Sunburst Pageant: Talent -1st RU, Model Search -1st RU, School Wear 1st RU, Comp Photo – 2nd RU, Portfolio 1st RU, Natural Photo 1st RU, Glitz photo Winner, Talent -1st RU and Top 10 Finish

Congrats Elizabeth and I cannot wait for our shoot in June! Its going to be AMAZING!

Headshots in a Hurry

There is no excuse for using a selfie or portrait that is 10 years old. Your photograph is your first opportunity to make a good impression.

Amy Headshot

Headshots in a Hurry!: $75, includes 20 min session and one digital file

Memorial Day Flags

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The federal flag code says the universal custom is to display the U.S. flag from sunrise to sunset on buildings and stationary flagstaffs in the open, but when a patriotic effect is desired the flag may be displayed 24-hours a day if properly illuminated during the hours of darkness. Also, the U.S. flag should not be displayed when the weather is inclement, except when an all-weather flag is displayed.

DISPLAYING THE FLAG:
On Same Staff
U.S. flag at peak, above any other flag.

Grouped
U.S. flag goes to its own right. Flags of other nations are flown at same height.

Marching
U.S. flag to marchers right (observer’s left).

On Speaker’s Platform
When displayed with a speaker’s platform, it must be above and behind the speaker. If mounted on a staff it is on the speaker’s right.

Decoration
Never use the flag for decoration. Use bunting with the blue on top, then white, then red.

Salute
All persons present in uniform should render the military salute. Members of the armed forces and veterans who are present but not in uniform may render the military salute. All other persons present should face the flag and stand at attention with their right hand over the heart, or if applicable, remove their headdress with their right hand and hold it at the left shoulder, the hand being over the heart.

Over a Street
Union (stars) face north or east depending on the direction of the street.

Half Staff
On special days, the flag may be flown at half-staff. On Memorial Day it is flown at half-staff until noon and then raised.
-Do not let the flag touch the ground.
-Do not fly flag upside down unless there is an emergency.
-Do not carry the flag flat, or carry things in it.
-Do not use the flag as clothing.
-Do not store the flag where it can get dirty.
-Do not use it as a cover.
-Do not fasten it or tie it back. Always allow it to fall free.
-Do not draw on, or otherwise mark the flag.

FLAG DISPOSAL:
1. The flag should be folded in its customary manner.
2. It is important that the fire be fairly large and of sufficient intensity to ensure complete burning of the flag.
3. Place the flag on the fire.
4. The individual(s) can come to attention, salute the flag, recite the Pledge of Allegiance and have a brief period of silent reflection.
5. After the flag is completely consumed, the fire should then be safely extinguished and the ashes buried.
6. Please make sure you are conforming to local/state fire codes or ordinances.

Note: Please contact your local VFW Post if you’d like assistance or more information on proper flag disposal.

Information gathered from www.vfw.org

2014 Florida Sunburst Miss Queen – Taylor Ticer

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I have had the pleasure of working with and taking portraits for the Ticer family for many years. I am so very honored to have played a part in her accomplishments of winning Overall Photogenic in 2013 and Miss Queen in 2014. Thank you Taylor and good luck on your upcoming pageant!

“Why do you bother me?” # unamused



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What is “Instagramification”?

I don’t always have my professional camera with me, so I like to take shots that are of interest to me with my Samsung Galaxy Note 4. These are not by any means fine art, but just me taking notice of something and sharing it. See them all here.
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5 Last Minute Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

Mother's DayMother’s Day is this Sunday!  It’s a day when we remind that special person in our life how important they are to us and how much they are loved.  Do you have something special for the most important woman in your life? If you don’t, that’s okay!  There’s still time! These gifts can be purchased right online, printed, delivered or sent to their email as a gift.

1. Craftsy Gift Card

Craftsy offers hundreds of classes in quilting, sewing, knitting, cake decorating, art, photography, cooking and many more categories, bring the world’s best instructors to you. You can learn at your own pace with their easy-to-follow HD video lessons you can access on your computer and mobile device anytime, anytime, anywhere, forever. You can even bookmark your favorite techniques to return to as often as you’d like with just a click. Plus, ask your expert instructor questions for all the personalized guidance you need to succeed!

2. Audible Membership

Audible.com is the Internet’s leading provider of digital audiobooks, featuring more than 180,000 titles available for download. These titles include books, magazines, radio shows, podcasts, stand-up comedy, and speeches. We feature the best narrators interpreting bestselling books by top authors. Audible’s audiobooks can be downloaded to over 500+ mp3 players, including Kindle™ and iPod®. You can also download and listen to audiobooks on MP3 players from Creative, Zune, and other top manufacturers. And with Audible’s new apps for iPhone™ and Android™, you can now download and listen to audiobooks wirelessly on your phone. The best way to experience Audible is as a member. Members choose a listening plan that suits their pace, and enjoy access to exclusive sales, promotions, and discounts. Members also receive monthly credits good for the audiobook of their choice, plus 30% off all audiobooks purchased without credits. So, if you’d like to enjoy more books, more often, experience books in a whole new way with digital audiobooks from Audible.com that you can listen to anytime, anywhere.

3. Wine Of The Month Club

Does your mother love wine? With a Gift Wine Of The Month Membership, each month the recipient would receive premium wine selections from two different award-winning boutique vineyards, accompanied by our monthly newsletter which profiles the winemakers and provides tasting notes, recommended food accompaniments, and complementary recipes. As a club member, they would also be able to reorder your favorites at significant discounts.
Mother’s Day special offer: Get $10 off any shipment of 4 months or more at the International Wine of the Month Club. use code MOM10

4. Amazon Prime Membership or Amazon Gift Card

Your mother’s possibilities are endless if you purchase her an Amazon Gift Card and she is sure to find something she really likes!  An Amazon Prime Membership is nice too and includes FREE Two-Day Shipping on millions of items, Unlimited, ad-free access to over a million songs, Instant streaming of thousands of movies and TV shows with Prime Instant Video, Free unlimited photo storage in Amazon Cloud Drive, and you can read free books each month through Kindle First and the Kindle Owners’ Lending Library! When you purchase a gift membership for someone, Amazon will send your gift recipient an email on the day you choose, along with redemption instructions. Your gift recipient can start their Prime membership right away. If the recipient is already a Prime member, the gift can be exchanged for an Amazon.com Gift Card. Their one-year gift membership also does not automatically renew.

5. Flowers
Flowers are always a wonderful gift.  You just can’t go wrong with a beautiful arrangement or bouquet of fresh blooms! ProFlowers will help you create a “wow” moment with their flowers and gifts. Whether it’s a beautiful bouquet of Mother’s Day flowers to show any Mom in your life how much they are appreciated, or festive blooms of Spring Flowers to celebrate the season, they know that flowers have the power to create moments that will last a lifetime. And because Mother’s Day is only a few days away- ProFlowers also offers Same-day flower delivery by a local florist – 100% on-time guarantee.  Even on Sunday!

 

Have a Fabulous Weekend!

A very special girl is turning 9!

This post is a tribute to one of my favorite clients and as I like to call her “my poster child.” Breonna has been shooting me for such a very long time and has always been a beauty. Happy Early Birthday Young Lady!

Happy Wednesday!

cooper_webNothing says Wednesday like a very large dog in a bath tub, right? Well, maybe not but everybody needs a little mid-week pick-me-up.

This handsome gent is Cooper. Cooper helped out Ms. Riley at one of our recent portfolio sessions. He was a VERY good sport sitting in a tub of water and suds!

So Happy Wednesday! And remember… at least you’re not the one sitting in a tub of suds 🙂

 

(Yes, my studio is pet-friendly and I offer pet portraits)

 

More “I love spring!”



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What is “Instagramification”?

I don’t always have my professional camera with me, so I like to take shots that are of interest to me with my Samsung Galaxy Note 4. These are not by any means fine art, but just me taking notice of something and sharing it. See them all here.
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Who doesn’t love bananas and polka-dots?



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What is “Instagramification”?

I don’t always have my professional camera with me, so I like to take shots that are of interest to me with my Samsung Galaxy Note 4. These are not by any means fine art, but just me taking notice of something and sharing it. See them all here.
Posted by Intagrate v1.7.6

Jacksonville & Southeastern Women’s Expo

Yesterday I had the opportunity to hang out with the Jacksonville Women’s Small Business Group at the Jacksonville & Southeastern Women’s Expo. I was able to show off my new vertical banner and chat with SO MANY people (seriously my throat is sore today). I enjoyed the comradery of other entrepreneurs and business owners. The ladies from the JWSBG created a booth with so much interest by changing up vendors ever few hours. If you didn’t go yesterday, check it out today at the Prime Osborn.16565934564_ba37059935_o 17186709502_891c359e6c_o 17187774831_a2078608f3_o 17187704971_1714bd2992_o 17186557922_1276462fa6_o 16568027413_19e10ab6ef_o 17186554592_37dbc91878_o 17186443522_9d6b4980de_o 16567835573_267548068f_o 17187996535_45194a6211_o 16565576724_6ce9924c51_o 17163715456_0db22a47ba_o 16569463453_6a83b0ff83_o 16982493407_e5b88c5e38_o 17004722769_726452d7c6_o 17188747742_5aa2d83748_o 17164469996_8f442364b1_o

Glistening butternut


What is “Instagramification”?

I don’t always have my professional camera with me, so I like to take shots that are of interest to me with my Samsung Galaxy Note 4. These are not by any means fine art, but just me taking notice of something and sharing it. See them all here.
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Sending everyone a kiss!


What is “Instagramification”?

I don’t always have my professional camera with me, so I like to take shots that are of interest to me with my Samsung Galaxy Note 4. These are not by any means fine art, but just me taking notice of something and sharing it. See them all here.
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Red lilies are here!


What is “Instagramification”?

I don’t always have my professional camera with me, so I like to take shots that are of interest to me with my Samsung Galaxy Note 4. These are not by any means fine art, but just me taking notice of something and sharing it. See them all here.
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Mossy texture after work


What is “Instagramification”?

I don’t always have my professional camera with me, so I like to take shots that are of interest to me with my Samsung Galaxy Note 4. These are not by any means fine art, but just me taking notice of something and sharing it. See them all here.
Posted by Intagrate v1.7.6