Vacation – Part 2- Palouse
For the second leg of our trip, we were in Eastern Washington visiting family and enjoying the wide open spaces. Eric’s grandfather, Otto, is an avid photographer and took us for hours through the Palouse, to select barns and photo opportunities. The Palouse is a region of the Northwest United States and it stretches from … Continue reading
Vacation Part 1- San Francisco
We’re back!!!. We were away for an entire week to see family and take a deep breath of Pacific Ocean air. Our first stop was in San Francisco. I could not wait ( really, ask Eric I was driving him crazy) to go to the cliffs with barking seals, no tourists, beautiful eucalyptus trees and … Continue reading
Edward and Ruth – Studio Pics
This past Friday, we had a ridiculously good time in the studio. It was early morning with lots of coffee, hairspray clouds and some beats to keep us all going. I met four beautiful real life women all showcasing Edward’s hair styles and Ruth’s magic with makeup. For all those interested in trying out Edward … Continue reading
Take a peek…
So here are a few pics of the new studio! We are finally reaching the end of our long list: painting, hanging, ordering, waiting, designing, etc etc etc. Ok, so not the end, but at least to a place where we can give you a sneak peek… This room is incredible. It is the remnants … Continue reading
Open House + Launch Party
It is finally here and you are invited! Come by our Open House, we would love to meet you and show off our new space. If you plan on attending the Launch Party later that evening, please rsvp. There will be 20% off discounts handed out like candy, good eats, and drinks for all who … Continue reading
Nelson Family Portrait.
Last week, I met up with the whole Nelson crew. They were all a delight to meet and spend some time with. The kids are so fun, and full of life and laughter. We had beaming proud grandparents with their whole family together and little feet running everywhere…. it was a lot of fun and … Continue reading
Raymond- 6 months
This little man is ridiculously charming and hard not to fall for. He was working his magic and I fell hard. His mom is incredibly beautiful and hospitable from the moment you meet her. Lisa, thanks for the Diet Coke and I DO NOT thank you for the introduction to those Wheat Thin chips. Man … Continue reading
Family Portrait- Toals
This family is beautiful, vibrant and full of little feet pattering around the house. Janel called to do a 7 month portrait of Isabel, but I convinced her to do some family stuff too. My favorite thing about this family, is their honesty. Blunt, raw real people living life. Blessings on your growing family , … Continue reading
I’m an old married lady and love it.
Eric and I have now been married 4 years!! Let me give you my old married lady advice, I just have one word of wisdom ….. IT IS WORTH IT! We live a life that is open and honest so many of you know we have had our share of tests. Being married is truly … Continue reading
Family Portrait I’m working on.
So yes, normally when you don’t hear from me, its cause I’m hiding. It means that I have really fabulous things to tell you, but I don’t have them quite done. Well I can’t take it any longer…… Yes, its true, I’m hiding the Toals Family Portrait from you. They are a ridiculously good looking … Continue reading
Heaven showed up at my door!!!!
So this afternoon as I tromped down my 3 flights of stairs, there sitting on stair #3 was a package and it was addressed to me! Heather, a wonderful friend of mine had been asking and asking if I had gotten my birthday present from her. Now you gotta understand how much I love getting … Continue reading
What NOT to do.
So… things are progressing and I’ve been avoiding the blog because I can’t keep secrets from you all about the new place!! But, I don’t want to show it off till it is all ready for its big reveal. We are painted and setting up day by day. Our latest venture has been to hang … Continue reading
Have you missed me??
So sorry, really my last post was June 22nd? Ok. I’ve moved a zillion times , but this move has done me in. I’m not sure what day it is, time, where I’m at, and the thoughts in my mind go round and round till I can’t deal any more!!!!! I am tempted to give … Continue reading
No one like Dad.
My Dad. He’s one of my favorites, and I know he is probably my biggest fan. It is hard to replace, or find, or describe my Dad’s love. Its this never ending jar of ridiculous love in all kinds of forms…. He does lots of tangible “Dad” things (like coming next week to help paint … Continue reading
My Motto.
“Let us come alive to the splendor that is all around us, and see the beauty in ordinary things” [ Thomas Merton] My Motto. So much of who I am, and who I have yet to be.
Stroll around the block…
On Friday afternoon, it was lovely and in the 70′s, which around here seems to be a rare treat! I rented a Canon 5d Mark ii for a wedding I had on Saturday , so Eric and I ran outside to test what this baby could do! I have been going back and forth on … Continue reading
Heaven.
Ever wonder what heaven is going to be like? I found out! THIS!! Here’s my heaven, a little house surrounded with green…..Take a good look, not sure what my address will be yet, but look me up! This wonderful terrarium is off Etsy. I am a little obsessed with looking and wow-ing and spending all … Continue reading
Eric. The year we met.
I mean can you blame me for falling crazy in love with this guy?!!! This is the man I fell in love with in 2002. I mean can we talk about this? Those curls, the mischievous grin, geez, I didn’t even have a chance. We were in college and crazy in love. Many of you have heard … Continue reading
As this blog posts…. Botts are headed south!
We had to say goodbye last night to dear friends ,the Botts. They are starting a new chapter …. headed to Kansas City! We are excited for these wonderful friends,for the new sites, sounds, faces , challenges and joys.but are SO sad to be loosing them here from our daily lives. They may look familiar, … Continue reading
Chicago Welcomes You.
This is a project I have been meaning to write and share about. I was brought on board to take photographs for the materials they were producing to help support refugees. What I love the most, is this project was birthed out of relationship and friendship. Four individuals (who happen to be dear friends) began … Continue reading
Just words today….
Even as I write the title of this post today, I almost feel the opposite, I have no words. I am overcome with hope, with deliverance, redemption, sadness, loneliness, and joy, deep joy. My days here lately have been full of pain for my dearest friends, tasting the nastiness of this life, hard core. I am so … Continue reading
Good thing Norah likes boxes…. WE’RE MOVING!!!
Good thing Norah likes boxes cause WE’RE MOVING!! As of July 1, yes as in only a little over a month away, we will have a new location in the heart of Lincoln Square! We are very excited and starting to collect boxes. There are some really big things going on here at SJ. As of … Continue reading
My Mom’s the best, sorry… its just a fact.
Here is my Mom and Dad. I love these pics of them, her beauty matched with his strength and obvious love … Continue reading
