Project 365: My "new" old toy!

Saw this at last weekend's Aldie Festival and I couldn't resist! The Ansco Shur Shot, circa 1948!

Project 365: Carleigh - Class of 2011

Project 365: My new favorite!

Can't resist this classic beauty!

Project 365: How I got to work this morning

I had an early morning shoot in Maryland this morning, so I got to cross the Potomac River from Virginia into Maryland on the White's Ferry. It was so peaceful compared to the beltway! Only a 5 minute ride across and there I was in another state, which is something I rarely experienced growing up in California!

Project 365: Climbing a tree

It's hard these days to find trees big enough to climb! These two twins found this tree and I couldn't resist getting a shot of their feet on the branch. Their toenail polish is funny because one is pink and one is purple...surely so mom can tell them apart!

Project 365: Megan!

This is really becoming my favorite kind of child portrait!

The colors, the textures, the juxtaposition of beauty with grunge!

Project 365: Aldie Festival: Treasures of the Turnpike!

Project 365: CASA Event in Washington DC - Part II

I had the pleasure of photographing the most beautiful, uplifting event on Wednesday. A beautiful May day in Washington, DC, and at the top of the Hay Adams Hotel set the scene. Everyone there was full of such a positive spirit, sharing the common goal of advocating for children in the foster care system. I learned quite a lot about the organization, and was totally inspired! Find out more how you can help at www.casaforchildren.org

Project 365: CASA Event in Washington DC

The view from the rooftop at the Hay Adams Hotel! Spectacular!

Project 354: The Secret Garden

These are two of my favorite little ones. We had fun running around the "Secret Garden" on Saturday, and then went to Starbucks together! They are a joy!

Project 365: Their four children

Project 365: I know I am always raving about my clients, but this family was extra special last night! The girls were so lovely and cooperative, mom and dad could not have been cuter, and I love that their "son" Cody came in the shot as their "fourth child"! When I leave a session like that it's like playing a perfect round of golf or bowling a perfect game. Just awesome!

Two great events next week!

Next week I'm taking part in two wonderful events. On Wednesday, May 19th I will be photographing CASA of DC's 1st Fostering Hope Luncheon. What a wonderful cause! Then on Saturday, May 22nd, I'll be in the village of Aldie, VA all day for Treasures on the Turnpike, celebrating Aldie's Bicentennial! Hope to see you all then!

Project 365: Perfect weather ... perfect pair!

Capturing some of her first steps!

Project 365: Love love love love love these girls!

Project 365: Happy 13th Birthday!

To one of my favorite helpers and also an aspiring artist! Have a great day!

Project 365: Ashley!

Create your own video slideshow at animoto.com.

Project 365: Mother's Day 2010

We were in a small gas station getting gas. All of a sudden I spotted this perfect backdrop. Me: "Kids, hurry, get out of the car...I need to take your picture!" Them: "What? Are you crazy? We're not even dressed. It's disgusting over there anyway!" Me: "It's Mother's Day...now get out of the car". And so we rushed out and they allowed me to snap about 3 shots each. I knew I wanted to make them look dark and gloomy, but it cracks me up that the kids look like they want to kill me...which they did. Good sports, though, and I got what I wanted on Mother's Day!

Project 365: Happy Mother's Day!

I love to capture the natural relationships between mothers and their kids. Here are a few from the past few months. I hope all of you have a Happy Mother's Day!