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Rock the Shot April Photo Challenge: Spring

Young girl sitting in a field of orange and purple springtime flowers in the desert

I have fun entering the photo challenges on the Rock the Shot forum.  This month the photography challenge is spring.  Living in the desert, it’s hard to capture some of the traditional elements you think of when you envision the season.  During the month of April, I am the photographer for a fun outdoor concert...

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    Phoenix, Arizona Family Photographer

    Family photography on top of the mountian at the hole in the rock near Scottsdale AZ

    This fun family photography session was set at one of my favorite and most requested locations in the Phoenix area.  I love the red rock and the beautiful desert sunsets that served as the backdrop for this fun loving family of 5.  This spot does require a moderate amount of hiking, but we all made it...

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    • MeganMarch 26, 2015 - 5:44 pm

      Totally gorgeous as always! This is a beautiful family session – I love all of the gorgeous deep colors you have in Arizona!!ReplyCancel

    • Holly DresherMarch 26, 2015 - 12:09 pm

      What a sweet family session, I love all the beautiful light!ReplyCancel

    • AnthonyMarch 19, 2015 - 5:02 pm

      great family photography!ReplyCancel

    • April O'HareMarch 19, 2015 - 1:33 pm

      The warm feel of these is awesome. They look so happy in each and every one of these. They will treasure these for years, I’m sure!ReplyCancel

    • EmilyMarch 19, 2015 - 12:14 pm

      I love these images!! Awesome job!ReplyCancel

    Phoenix Area Children’s Photographer- Pullback location of the Arizona Wildflowers

    Colorful children's photo in Phoneix with AZ wildflowers 85044 85048

    A few weeks back it was pretty cloudy and overcast in Phoenix, which is rare here in the desert. Usually it’s bright and sunny day after day.  That can be difficult to work with as a natural light photographer.  I knew however, that the forecast called for dreary days several days in a row, so...

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    • Jenny StormentMarch 24, 2015 - 8:38 am

      I love seeing behind the scenes work! I love how you made that location so dreamy!ReplyCancel

    • JenniferMarch 23, 2015 - 10:07 pm

      Stunning children portraits. I love the colors photographed with this little lady, the yellows pop and bring out all her cute little details! Amazing work!!ReplyCancel

    • JamieMarch 21, 2015 - 8:33 am

      Absolutely beautiful-I love the pull back shot to show how you’re able to take your vision and create truly stunning photographs!ReplyCancel

    • DeannaMarch 21, 2015 - 6:14 am

      So true about cloudy days, most people think the shoot is ruined because of a few clouds. On the contrary, photographers do a happy dance! These are just gorgeous! I love how you showed a pull back of the area. You don’t need much to take beautiful pictures if you have the artistic eye, which you clearly do. You make Phoenix look like a magical wonderland. Beautiful!ReplyCancel

    • Christine DMarch 20, 2015 - 7:53 pm

      Many people do not know that the desert can have beautiful flowers too…and this is such a perfect use of them! Beautiful spring photos, and beautiful use of that cloudy light in Phoenix!ReplyCancel

    • amandaMarch 20, 2015 - 6:37 pm

      Wow, great eye. It looks crummy and you made it beautiful. I love this post!ReplyCancel

    • BrooeMarch 20, 2015 - 1:42 pm

      Oh my goodness these are perfect! I’m jealous of your gorgeous Arizona spring and these stunning photos of you sweet little girl!ReplyCancel

    • CoreyMarch 20, 2015 - 6:27 am

      I love how you can create beautiful portraits in small corners of locations some wouldn’t think twice about. Love the yellow flowers!ReplyCancel

    • LeslieMarch 19, 2015 - 3:59 pm

      Gorgeous images from Arizona!! Made it feel like spring in my cold Michigan living room. 😀ReplyCancel

    • KathyMarch 19, 2015 - 12:15 pm

      Gorgeous photos of your little girl! I live in Northeast Ohio, and a dreary overcast day is extremely common here! I agree, it’s the absolute best time to shoot outdoors!ReplyCancel

    Best Family Photographer- Phoenix, Arizona

    Best Phoenix Family Photographer

    I must say I was incredibly humbled earlier this week when I found out from many of my photographer friends from all over the country that I was featured on Bored Panda.  For those of you who don’t know, Bored Panda is  a visual art and design magazine and blog dedicated to showcasing the world’s most...

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    • JenniSeptember 6, 2014 - 12:15 pm

      That is AWESOME!!! As an artist we “do” our art and it gives a sense of personal fulfillment but it is amazing to have our art publicly validated! Beautiful work 😉ReplyCancel

    • Mandi PolSeptember 5, 2014 - 8:53 pm

      Your work is just incredible. The image with the family with the desert and mountains in the background is just absolutely stunning!ReplyCancel

    • SuriSeptember 5, 2014 - 5:18 pm

      Brethtaking work!!!…Congratulations on the feature!!!ReplyCancel

    • Kelley SpurlockSeptember 5, 2014 - 1:20 pm

      Oh my gosh!! How exciting!! That is such a huge honor! Congratulations! Phoenix AZ is lucky to have you!ReplyCancel

    • amanda myersSeptember 5, 2014 - 11:56 am

      Wow! Congratulations on being named the best family photographer in Phoenix, Arizona! What an honor!ReplyCancel

    • Allison AndersonSeptember 5, 2014 - 11:24 am

      Congratulations! Your family photography is stunning. You deserve the national recognition.ReplyCancel

    • KathySeptember 5, 2014 - 11:00 am

      Your photos make me want to move to Arizona! These are so gorgeous!!ReplyCancel

    • Stephanie de MontignySeptember 5, 2014 - 8:38 am

      Arizona has some of the most gorgeous landscapes! Especially for gorgeous photos! These images are stunning, and no wonder you were a featured family photographer!ReplyCancel

    • Jete DevisserSeptember 4, 2014 - 8:00 pm

      Wow, congratulations for being featured on Bored Panda! But it’s no surprise – your work is stunning!!ReplyCancel

    • Shelby OliverSeptember 4, 2014 - 7:19 pm

      Congratulations on your feature! I saw it and I was so excited for you! Your work is beautiful!ReplyCancel

    • BrookeSeptember 4, 2014 - 6:43 pm

      What an honor! Congrats ahwatukee children’s photographer!ReplyCancel

    • BillieSeptember 4, 2014 - 5:39 pm

      Gorgeous family photography! Congratulations on your feature on Bored Panda.ReplyCancel

    • LaurenSeptember 4, 2014 - 5:26 pm

      WOW! Love your website! And your photography — the colors are so rich and striking. Bored Panda got this one right. 🙂ReplyCancel

    • Esther Edith galleriesSeptember 4, 2014 - 4:21 pm

      Beautiful family portraits!ReplyCancel

    • CourtneySeptember 4, 2014 - 1:29 pm

      family photos are so important! Children grow up way to fast and memories need to be captured. Congrats on being featured!ReplyCancel

    • Laci FrazierSeptember 4, 2014 - 1:17 pm

      What a beautiful location for these family’s portraits. I bet they absolutely loved them, what a great job you did! Phoenix is lucky to have you to capture their memories.ReplyCancel

    • BrendenSeptember 4, 2014 - 12:58 pm

      That is amazing that you were featured on Bored Panda! You’re family photography is lovely.ReplyCancel

    • Ashley EibanSeptember 4, 2014 - 11:31 am

      This is amazing! Congratulations for your feature on Bored Panda! Love the images here!!ReplyCancel

    • connieSeptember 4, 2014 - 11:04 am

      Great family portraits!ReplyCancel

    • Lori LoreeSeptember 4, 2014 - 11:00 am

      i LOVE LOVE LOVE the light in Arizona. I’m from Canada and I shot in Yuma last year and was blown away by it. It’s so soft and warm. Great family shots!ReplyCancel

    • CoreySeptember 4, 2014 - 10:58 am

      Congratulations on your feature as one of the best family photographers in Arizona! That’s awesome!ReplyCancel

    • ShannonSeptember 4, 2014 - 9:27 am

      What a great accolade! It’s clear by your work why you would win best photographer. I am sure all your Phoenix AZ are proud of this achievement. Well done!ReplyCancel

    • SamanthaSeptember 4, 2014 - 9:05 am

      Ooooh I love seeing family photography in Phoenix! Congratulations on the feature!ReplyCancel

    Phoenix Children’s Photographer- “How to Engage Children During A Photo Session”

    Simple tricks to engage children in a photo session

    How To Engage Children During A Photo Session Want to know how to engage children during a session?  I’ve got your answer here! As a photographer, you probably  have the technical piece of photography down.  You understand light, you know how to expose a photo correctly and you am aware of composition and color rules.  But, what about...

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    • AlyssaJuly 8, 2014 - 7:04 am

      These photos are great! And the tips are fantastic for any child photographer. You are so right…it really is a talent of its own to connect with a child and capture their beauty and character!ReplyCancel

    • BonnieJuly 8, 2014 - 5:37 am

      Love these tips! All true!ReplyCancel

    • LisaJuly 7, 2014 - 5:51 am

      Very good articles!! Love the tips!ReplyCancel

    • AmyJuly 6, 2014 - 8:22 pm

      Love this! Great tips!ReplyCancel

    • Melissa WisemanJuly 6, 2014 - 4:41 pm

      These are all great tips, thank you for sharing!ReplyCancel

    • GinaJuly 5, 2014 - 7:06 pm

      What great tips!ReplyCancel

    • TaraJuly 5, 2014 - 2:40 pm

      Awesome tipsReplyCancel

    • Melissa DotzkoJuly 3, 2014 - 6:06 pm

      Fantastic tips for photographing children! Phoenix is lucky to have you 🙂ReplyCancel

    • HannahJuly 3, 2014 - 9:58 am

      Great tips for a child photo session! I love the advice about positive praising, I think everyone should focus on the positive instead of negative actions. Phoenix is lucky to have such a thoughtful and talented photographer!ReplyCancel

    • sugashoc photographyJuly 3, 2014 - 9:55 am

      These tips for photographing children are so good! Thank you so much for sharing! Phoenix is lucky to have you as a children photographer.ReplyCancel

    • StephanieJuly 3, 2014 - 8:38 am

      Great advice! These are wonderful tips and techniques for photographing children. Your photos are beautiful!ReplyCancel

    • Vic JohanssonJuly 3, 2014 - 12:27 am

      Great tricks for kids portraits! =)ReplyCancel

    • MelissaJuly 2, 2014 - 8:32 pm

      Great advice and beautiful photos!ReplyCancel

    • SuriJuly 2, 2014 - 4:35 pm

      Phoenix Children Photographer’s tips for working with kids are wonderful. Enjoyed reading them.ReplyCancel

    • Rena ChristineJuly 2, 2014 - 3:42 pm

      Great Tips! and cute kiddies too 🙂ReplyCancel

    • AsheleyJuly 1, 2014 - 8:38 pm

      Great tips and examples. The connection you’ve made with your littlest clients shines in your photos!ReplyCancel

    • Kim MillerJuly 1, 2014 - 7:34 pm

      Great tips! I love photographing children but they are definitely challenging!ReplyCancel

    • Angela KayJuly 1, 2014 - 5:59 pm

      Lovely pictures and great tips!!ReplyCancel

    • AmandaJuly 1, 2014 - 4:00 pm

      Great tips!! I struggle with photographing little kiddos sometimes!! Especially my own!!!ReplyCancel

    • Kayla GonzalesJuly 1, 2014 - 3:44 pm

      Excellent tips, thanks so much for sharing!!ReplyCancel

    • dariaJuly 1, 2014 - 3:29 pm

      Amazing tips! Thanks so much for writing thisReplyCancel

    • Stunning images – excellent article!!ReplyCancel

    • RebekahJuly 1, 2014 - 6:27 am

      These are all great tips! Working with children can be a challenge, but they are so much fun. 🙂ReplyCancel

    • christineJuly 1, 2014 - 6:14 am

      Great tips!! Thanks for sharing!ReplyCancel

    • JennyJuly 1, 2014 - 2:18 am

      These are great tips for working with children! And such gorgeous photos you’ve captured!ReplyCancel

    • HaleyJune 30, 2014 - 9:19 pm

      Wow, these are some really great tips! I’ll keep these in mind!ReplyCancel

    • AnalieseJune 30, 2014 - 6:32 pm

      Awesome advice! Thanks for sharing.ReplyCancel

    • heatherJune 30, 2014 - 2:40 pm

      beautiful photos and great tips on working with kids!ReplyCancel

    • RobinJune 30, 2014 - 2:03 pm

      Great tips and beautiful work!ReplyCancel

    • Patricia KnightJune 30, 2014 - 11:47 am

      These are some great tips Emily.ReplyCancel

    • Michelle BJune 30, 2014 - 11:33 am

      beautiful photos and thank you very much for the wonderful tips!ReplyCancel

    • harshitaJune 30, 2014 - 10:27 am

      very good article….love the tips and tricks…i am definitely going to use these when photographing a babyReplyCancel

    • jessicaJune 30, 2014 - 10:24 am

      Great ideas on how to connect with kids during their photo session. It can be so tricky some days to get those genuine smiles!ReplyCancel

    • SaraJune 30, 2014 - 9:10 am

      Love the tips, they’re so true! Working with kiddos is hard, but it’s so much fun!ReplyCancel

    • AubreyJune 30, 2014 - 7:45 am

      These tips for child photographers are great! Phoeix, AZ is very lucky to have you as their family photographer!ReplyCancel