Lasso the Moon • Life is a Gift
Artistic portraits of kids (who wiggle, move, and make silly faces) can be a challenge. Check out the seven tips below! A quick disclaimer: There are a variety of wonderful DSLR cameras on the market and each comes with unique language. While the tips below *will* work on a Nikon, I speak Canon. Today I want you to play with… Read More
Have you been dreaming of a gallery wall ideas for your home? Stop pinning “inspiration” and make this vision a reality. Check out the collection of 20+ gallery wall ideas below and get started on your own! I have always loved the idea of a staircase wall filled with framed family photos. But these three roadblocks always stopped me from… Read More
These photography tips are brought to you by Jacadi. Are you overdue to get some professional-level portraits of your kids taken? I certainly do my best to capture childhood on a day-to-day basis with my own camera, but… On occasion, it sure is nice to outsource this task — even if you have a fancy-schmancy DSLR camera. Why? There’s something… Read More
The tree is trimmed and looking beautiful. Yet, every year I am beyond frustrated with how my Christmas tree pictures turn out. They are always flat and lack holiday warmth. Today Meg from Snap Happy Mom is going to share a few mom-to-mom tips with us on how to take beautiful photos by the Christmas tree! Once you have decorated… Read More
This month Shad and I celebrated our 10-year wedding anniversary in Bayfield. During our visit I had the opportunity to do a solo photo walk. I spent 2-lovely-hours on a cold, cloudy, fall afternoon searching for details in this beautiful town. Where exactly is Bayfield? This little tucked away city is the gateway to the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore in… Read More
“What good is the warmth of summer, without the cold of winter to give it sweetness.” ― John Steinbeck, Travels with Charley: In Search of America
The images shared on Pinterest are sometimes so amazing that they make us everyday moms in the “real” world feel inadequate. Below you’ll find 5 simple tips from real moms for real moms on how to capture magical holiday photos. We’ve rounded up three of our favorite photographers and asked them each to share a simple insider secrets. I hope you… Read More
Sometimes mistakes are beautiful. This weekend I started to practice playing with my new-to-me DSLR camera. Wow, manual photography is challenging. I bow to the men and women who have taken up this complex art. I took a couple of flower photos over the weekend that were likely, from a technical standpoint, flat-out wrong. Still, I adore these soft shots… Read More
{“I love you” bouquet collected with little hands displayed proudly by Mom.} Join me in taking a Photo-a-Day on Instagram? Below are 20 of the latest photos added under #develop366, the set updates every five minutes. Add the tag to your image descriptions or the comment section of Instagram to see them showcased here each week. See all of the… Read More
Join me in taking a Photo-a-Day on Instagram? Below are 20 of the latest photos added under #develop366, the set updates every five minutes. Add the tag to your image descriptions or the comment section of Instagram to see them showcased here each week. See all of the Photo-a-Day Instagram images or pop over and see the group’s full collection… Read More
{The best beach toys? Sticks, rocks, leaves… freedom & time} Below are 20 of the latest photos added under #develop366, the set updates every 5 minutes. Add the tag to your image descriptions or the comment section of Instagram to see them showcased here each week. See all of the Develop & Inspire Project 366 Instagram images or click here… Read More
{Evolutions in Design | Love this magical & artistic floral shop—every visit it is set-up completely different.} Instagram Reminder: Be sure to tag your photos with #develop366 on Instagram. This will help group members find each others images. PS: Below are 20 of the latest photos added under #develop366, the set updates every 5 minutes. Add the tag to your… Read More
{Making Strawberry Bruschetta | Recipe by Annie’s Eats} So good! Instagram Reminder: Be sure to tag your photos with #develop366 on Instagram. This will help group members find each others images. PS: Below are 20 of the latest photos added under #develop366, the set updates every 5 minutes. Add the tag to your image descriptions or the comment section of… Read More
{April Showers Bring May Flowers} {“I see you.” I see you too I think to myself.} {Vintage Quilt} {Childhood Memories} {Glorious Tree} {Sisterly Love} I’d love if you would share your latest pictures too. Here’s a bunch of different ways you can participate: Create a personal Pinterest board titled “The Gift of an Ordinary Day” or “Life Passes in an… Read More
Does the motive matter? Last week we were finally blessed with a break from the dreary gray of winter. I dropped the girls off for school and found myself with 45 minutes, a beautiful sunny day, and a mild temp. I started home excited to get some house work done before heading to work. Then Project 365 popped into my… Read More
I saw my baby’s face on Christmas Day. I haven’t seen it in six years. You see, my baby turned seven in December. I may not have recognized her, but I have this photo (right) burned in my mind: Don’t shoot just rainbows, sunshine, and lollipops if you are participating in Project 365. Those alligator tears, that pale skin getting… Read More