Category: Photography
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Day 17: Christmas Card Photoshop Tutorial
Day 17: Christmas Card Photoshop Tutorial
November 19, 2013
Day 15 of my 50 DIY Days of Christmas: Christmas Card Photoshop Tutorial with Crystalyn of Flavor Pink! The Clone Stamp Tool in Photoshop is probably my FAVORITE out of ALL the tools. Did you take [...] Continue →
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Day 16: Christmas Photo Inspiration
Day 16: Christmas Photo Inspiration
November 18, 2013
Day 16 of my 50 DIY Days of Christmas: Christmas Photo Inspiration! It’s just about that time! Time to get your family/pets/whatever dressed up and ready for the annual Christmas photo! This also means we [...] Continue →
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Day 1: Pacific Northwest Photo Booth Props
Day 1: Pacific Northwest Photo Booth Props
October 28, 2013
Day 1 of 50 DIY Days of Christmas: Pacific Northwest Photo Booth Props! I’m prepping the final details for my PNW Blogger Holiday Party and I needed some perfect props for our photo booth. [...] Continue →
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Self Portrait Challenge + Giveaway
Self Portrait Challenge + Giveaway
February 11, 2013
Do you remember last year when I shared a self portrait photo challenge with all of you? Well, I think it was a fantastic challenge that had a TON of interest and participants! I’m [...] Continue →
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Valentine’s Card: You’re a reel catch!
Valentine’s Card: You’re a reel catch!
January 31, 2013
My kiddo is in preschool…. SO that means Valentines cards! I know I’m more excited about these cards and this whole “holiday” than Miss R, but I know she’ll get more excited on the [...] Continue →
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Photo Scavenger Hunt
Photo Scavenger Hunt
January 7, 2013
Yeah. New Year. New goals. I know. Ha! But…. last year I really let my photography practice slack. BIG time. I didn’t take nearly enough photos. The only way I’ll get better with photography [...] Continue →
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A year in photos.
A year in photos.
December 31, 2012
A year in photos. One of my favorite end of year blog posts. This is my 3rd year participating in Ashley Sisk’s year end photo round up (my past 2 years: 2010 and 2011). [...] Continue →
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Day 30: Holiday Ornament Photo Booth
Day 30: Holiday Ornament Photo Booth
November 29, 2012
DAY 30 is brought to you by, the lovely Nicole of the Rose Runs Wild blog: Hello and Happy Holidays to you! I’m Nicole from the blog Rose Runs Wild. On Rose Runs Wild I blog about life as [...] Continue →
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Day 24: Rockwell style Christmas photo!
Day 24: Rockwell style Christmas photo!
November 20, 2012
Day 24: Today I’m sharing how I created my Rockwell style Christmas card. It’s a bit complicated… and, WILL take some time. BUT, so worth it. Really. I absolutely love wandering back and looking [...] Continue →
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Day 13: Five Great Family Photo Tips + Freebie Holiday Card
Day 13: Five Great Family Photo Tips + Freebie Holiday Card
November 7, 2012
DAY 13 is brought to you by, the lovely Maryam: Howdy all! My name is Maryam and I’m a photographer and blogger. Today I’m going to talk to you a little bit about taking your own [...] Continue →
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Day 4: More Christmas Photo Inspiration
Day 4: More Christmas Photo Inspiration
October 27, 2012
DAY 4: Yesterday I shared some silly holiday photo inspiration, today I want to share the sweet and cozy photos. All of these photos make me want to sit next to the fire with [...] Continue →
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Day 3: Funny Christmas Photo Inspiration
Day 3: Funny Christmas Photo Inspiration
October 26, 2012
DAY 3: Each year on my blog, I have a Holiday Photo Challenge and I ask everyone to share their holiday/christmas photo with me (for a chance to win some prizes). The end of [...] Continue →
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Wordless{ish} Wednesday: Forgotten photos
Wordless{ish} Wednesday: Forgotten photos
October 17, 2012
I was wandering my files, and found these poor forgotten photos from my trip to Napa. Some delicious espresso from my first day there. These photos make me feel relaxed. Happy Wednesday! – Chelsey [...] Continue →
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I have silly friends.
I have silly friends.
October 1, 2012
I have silly friends. That’s pretty much all I need to say. Ha! Oh, and isn’t this site beautiful? This is where my friend, Nina, got married a couple of weeks ago. It was [...] Continue →
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The never-ending struggle: sharing my kiddo online
The never-ending struggle: sharing my kiddo online
August 28, 2012
I’m pretty sure this will be a never ending struggle in my mind. Do I really want my daughter on my blog? It’s so hard when she’s just so darn awesome. Such a huge [...] Continue →
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The Paper Mama in the City
The Paper Mama in the City
August 14, 2012
It’s officially been 2 weeks since I hopped a plane and headed to New York. I arrived bright and early Tuesday morning at 6 am (not sure if I’ll try out another red eye… [...] Continue →
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Slowing down in New York
Slowing down in New York
August 10, 2012
I hope my GIF’s don’t give you all massive headaches… but, I sort of love making them. Aaaaand, I had quite a few photo sets to work with from New York.
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Bridal Shower + Photo Booth
Bridal Shower + Photo Booth
July 30, 2012
A week ago we gathered together to celebrate my sister, Nicole. She is getting married on August 11th. It’s coming up fast! Less than 2 weeks away… wow. Anyway, here’s a collection of my [...] Continue →
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Made it: Camera Straps DIY
Made it: Camera Straps DIY
July 5, 2012
AAaaaand, then there was that day I went crazy and made 2 camera straps for myself. Oh yes. One day I just decided that I could make my own camera strap! I’m slowly learning [...] Continue →
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Links I love thiiiis week.
Links I love thiiiis week.
June 22, 2012
These photos are from the sweet Beautiful Kristi, from Live and Love Outloud, while we were in Cali a couple of weeks ago. She’s so sweet. Be sure to go and say hello! Links to love [...] Continue →
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Last week: My little trip.
Last week: My little trip.
June 12, 2012
Why was I in Cali? Welp, I was there to visit the Toyota Headquarters. If you missed it, I joined the TWIN a couple weeks ago. AND, right away they sent the new members [...] Continue →
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Wordless{ish} Wednesday: Thrifted dresses
Wordless{ish} Wednesday: Thrifted dresses
May 9, 2012
Cute thrifted dress. Ruari’s dress: $2. Mine $13. Clothes are spendy. That’s a darn fact. BUT, I have managed to buy the majority of Ruari’s outfits thrifted (or, on super clearance). She goes through [...] Continue →
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Wordless{ish} Wednesday: Piggies.
Wordless{ish} Wednesday: Piggies.
May 2, 2012
Just loving the little moments. Painting piggies. I love this time with Ruari. SO much. <3 I try my best to not influence her in any way…. to let her find out who she [...] Continue →
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Mr. Angus
Mr. Angus
March 21, 2012
{//Dog Bow Tie: c/o Little Blue Feather//} Name: Angus Sex: Male Age and weight: 5 1/2 years and 6 pounds Likes: Hanging out at home under a blanket. Breakfast. A long walk around the block. [...] Continue →
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Scavenger Hunt Sunday
Scavenger Hunt Sunday
November 6, 2011
Food Purple Purple heart…. pulled from the archives. In Disquise Shapes I see triangles! Photographer’s Choice Linking up with Ashley from Ramblings and Photos.
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Owning your self portraits.
Owning your self portraits.
August 25, 2011
Self portraits… something most of us photography lovers fear: turning the camera around. BUT, self portraits are beautiful. At least I think so. Yes…. I HATE it when I have a 5 billion chin [...] Continue →
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Baby Ayana’s newborn shots.
Baby Ayana’s newborn shots.
May 27, 2011
This is little baby Ayana. So sweet. I took these photos in a pretty dark room. I had the choice to go with a lower ISO with a wider aperture… or higher ISO with [...] Continue →
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Courtney’s Baby Shower
Courtney’s Baby Shower
March 22, 2011
Saturday we celebrated the pregnancy of my dear friend Courtney. She’s one of my best friends. I’m just so happy and excited for her to join the world of mommy-hood! She’s due in May. [...] Continue →
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AND, the winner of the "Simple Beauty" photo challenge is…
AND, the winner of the "Simple Beauty" photo challenge is…
March 12, 2011
This weeks guest judge: Chana from Mamma Town!This weeks challenge: Simple Beauty.The challenge: The challenge will be based around your children. Take or find a photo of your baby (or kid… or puppy… or kitty). [...] Continue →
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WANTED: Camera lens advice.
WANTED: Camera lens advice.
January 10, 2011
Good Monday everyone! So… with my birthday coming up on February first I’m asking my hubby and family just to give me some moolah that I can’t put towards a new lens! Yes! I [...] Continue →
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Thursday’s Three: My camera is here!
Thursday’s Three: My camera is here!
September 2, 2010
AND: I don’t know what I’m doing! Ha! I can’t remember anything about ISO this and manual that. Hmmm… I guess it’s been about 6 years since my last photography class. Here’s the very [...] Continue →
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The Paper Mama Photo Challenge: Flower!
The Paper Mama Photo Challenge: Flower!
August 21, 2010
This weeks guest judge: Mandy from: It’s a Beautiful Life. This weeks challenge: Flower.The challenge: Take or find a photo of your baby (or kid… or puppy… or kitty) with a flower… dressed as a [...] Continue →
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Two Mom’s Photo Challenge: Selfie
Two Mom’s Photo Challenge: Selfie
August 15, 2010
{Ruari (almost 8 months) and I} This was a self portrait challenge. This is me. Me, my baby, and my house. The numbers have been reset! Help me get in the top 10! I [...] Continue →
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AND: the "Water." winner is…
AND: the "Water." winner is…
August 14, 2010
Guest judge: Ashley Sisk chose the top 5 this week! If you haven’t seen her photography yet, please go check out her blog! And, thank her for guest judging! Now, on to the top [...] Continue →
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In a yellow house photo challenge: On the road
In a yellow house photo challenge: On the road
August 13, 2010
{Greece 2008} I took this while Mike and I were on our honeymoon riding a 4-wheeler in Santorini from Fira to Oia. Oia has THE best sunsets. It was a very beautiful ride. Don’t [...] Continue →
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GIVEAWAY: Simplicity SLR Photography class spot! Ends August 31st.
GIVEAWAY: Simplicity SLR Photography class spot! Ends August 31st.
August 11, 2010
Faith at Simplicity – my life in {mostly} photographs is hosting an {SLR} Photography class during the month of September and is giving away one spot in her class to one of you awesome [...] Continue →
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Mama and the Dudes photo challenge: Words
Mama and the Dudes photo challenge: Words
{Sign at the Oregon Zoo} This was a sign I found outside of the petting zoo at the Oregon Zoo. I hope to post more zoo photos soon. In the meantime, you should all [...] Continue →
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Simplicity photo challenge: School
Simplicity photo challenge: School
{Get your own personalized doodle at my shop!} This weeks simplicity challenge is: School. I usually take photos with my baby in it. So different! 😀 I’m also going to be selling this in [...] Continue →
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I Heart Faces: Surprise!
I Heart Faces: Surprise!
August 9, 2010
This weeks challenge is Surprise! I took this photo of Ruari last week. She surprised herself when she splashed the water onto her face! {Ruari almost 7.5 months} I’m also entering this photo for [...] Continue →
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Mama and the Dudes photo challenge: Feet
Mama and the Dudes photo challenge: Feet
Ruari just figured out she can splash her pool water by kicking her feet. Such cute feet. I love how the water is frozen in time. Join: The numbers have been reset! Help me [...] Continue →
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Photo challenge and Top referring sites…
Photo challenge and Top referring sites…
August 8, 2010
I won! Two mom’s challenge this week is food: Chocolate Chip Cookie by Chelsey Staskiews There were about 3 things I would eat when I was pregnant: chicken breast, kale, and Mike’s homemade [...] Continue →
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Photo challenge: Water…
Photo challenge: Water…
August 7, 2010
This weeks guest judge: Ashley Sisk! This weeks challenge: Water…The challenge: Take or find a photo of your baby (or kid… or puppy… or kitty) in water, by water, drinking water… whatever water! Here’s Ashley’s [...] Continue →
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AND, the "Buddies." winner is…
AND, the "Buddies." winner is…
Guest judge: Faith @ Simplicity chose the top 5 this week! If you haven’t seen her photography yet, please go check her out! And, thank her for guest judging! The top 5…. picked by [...] Continue →
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Wordless{ish} Wednesday: Teething feeder
Wordless{ish} Wednesday: Teething feeder
August 4, 2010
{I bought this new teething feeder doo-hickey. Everytime I try and feed Ruari she just likes to gnaw on the spoon. SO, this little mesh feeding thing does the trick! She REALLY REALLY loves [...] Continue →
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Photo Challenge: Buddies.
Photo Challenge: Buddies.
July 31, 2010
NEW STUFF: So, there will now be a guest judge each week to pick the winner! I’ll still be picking my fave’s of course, but the winner will be chosen by the guest. Along [...] Continue →
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AND, the "Absolute Favorite" winner is….
AND, the "Absolute Favorite" winner is….
{Original Post} Winner winner chicken dinner:Maria from Flat Yeast Bread! I can REALLY see why this would be your favorite photo. It’s adorable. Thank you SO much for joining! Please please give her cute [...] Continue →
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Wordless{ish} Wednesday: Purple tutu
Wordless{ish} Wednesday: Purple tutu
July 28, 2010
{I took so many photos for this weeks I heart Faces challenge (purple). I really loved a ton of them. She makes so many silly faces. I had to post a as many as [...] Continue →
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Yello House Photo Challenge: Urban
Yello House Photo Challenge: Urban
Don’t forget: – Don’t forget to vote for your fave photo! Ends Friday!– Enter this weeks photo challenge: Absolute Favorite! Last day: Friday!– AND: win some personalized cards. Ends Friday!– Ask Alabaster Cow a [...] Continue →
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Photo blog-hopping on Tuesday
Photo blog-hopping on Tuesday
July 27, 2010
Tuesday has SO many photo blog hops. Here they are! {Ruari 5.5 months} This weeks theme at Trendy Treehouse is: Sports. Hee… I’m not really a sports kind of girl. The closest I got [...] Continue →
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Two Mom’s photo challenge: Father and Child
Two Mom’s photo challenge: Father and Child
So, a couple of my fave bloggers have a special little photo challenge each week. This weeks theme is Father and Child. {Mike and Ruari at 1 hour} So, it’s probably obvious (if you’ve [...] Continue →
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I Heart Faces: Purple
I Heart Faces: Purple
July 26, 2010
{Ruari at 7 months} Link your purple shots: The numbers have been reset! Help me get in the top 10! I ♥ you!
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Time for the vote off…. Ends July 30th
Time for the vote off…. Ends July 30th
July 25, 2010
We’ve had 4 challenges and now it’s time to pick an overall winner for this month! There will be 1 week to vote (Voting will end on July 2nd). Here are the lovely photos [...] Continue →
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Photo Challenge: Absolute Favorite.
Photo Challenge: Absolute Favorite.
This weeks challenge: Absolute Favorite. Since this is a mama blog all the challenges will be based around your children. Now, I’m not too picky on what you call your children. As far as [...] Continue →
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AND, the "Action" winner is….
AND, the "Action" winner is….
{ sorry this is a day late. 🙂 } {Original Post} Alisha at Dell.iscious! What a fun photo. We loved the capture of this exciting moment. Thanks so much for participating. Your photo is [...] Continue →
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You Capture: Black and White
You Capture: Black and White
July 22, 2010
This week’s shot is black and white. So, I know I’ve posted this photo about a million times, but I just wanted to see it in black and white. 🙂 {Photo manipulation: Paper Mama [...] Continue →
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Before and after: Miss Daisy
Before and after: Miss Daisy
{Miss Daisy after} {Miss Daisy before} Link up: And: I’d like to offer anyone that would like to advertise on my blog the rest of July for free: if you purchase ad space for [...] Continue →
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In a Yellow House Photo Challenge: Landscape
In a Yellow House Photo Challenge: Landscape
July 21, 2010
{Maupin, OR on the Deschutes River. September 2009} Join the challenge: {And: I’d like to offer anyone that would like to advertise on my blog the rest of July for free: if you purchase [...] Continue →
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Wordless{ish} Wednesday: Laureli Lynn’s 7th Month
Wordless{ish} Wednesday: Laureli Lynn’s 7th Month
{Ruari turned 7 months old Sunday.} {Dearest Laureli,} {Baby girl you have just turned 7 months on Monday! You change so much everyday! What are you doing at 7 months? Well… let’s see!} {You [...] Continue →
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Simplicity Photo Challenge: White
Simplicity Photo Challenge: White
July 20, 2010
{Miss Daisy} Join: The numbers have been reset! Help me get in the top 10! I ♥ you!
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Tuesday Challenges
Tuesday Challenges
This weeks shutter love is Faces! I’m also using this shot for Sweet Shot Tuesday’s. {Ruari at 6 months} I just love this photo. Link up your faces photo: Link up your sweet shot! [...] Continue →
