The 50 Best Animal Photos of 2012

As the year 2012 comes to a close, news outlets come together to spotlight some of the best photography of the year.  Here is a link to some of the best animal photos of 2012.  Some of the photos will surely make you say "Awwwwww."  Which one is your favorite?

Three Baby Bears - Finland

Learning the Secrets of Stunning Portrait Photography

Ever see a wonderful portrait and wonder...."Why can't I take pictures like that?"  Taking a beautiful portrait is something even an amateur photographer can achieve.  Read these 10 Tips for Taking Stunning Portrait Photographs and learn from the experts!

Hurricane Sandy in Photos

Hurricane Sandy hit this week and nothing tells the tale of it's destructive power like the photographs.

Click on this link to see 54 amazing photos of the storm and it's aftermath.  

Our thoughts and prayers are with the people affected by this horrible tragedy.

Turning the Camera on Myself

Inspired by the article The Faces Behind the Lens: Famous Photographers Become Subject as They Display Their Most Celebrated Pictures , I turned the camera on myself to reenact and share with you a personal favorite of my own.

"This is probably my favorite image of all times.  My babies were little and they were so difficult to wrangle that day.  My Mom had helped me and we were so worried about Nolan's nose running and Georgia's hair flying in her face.  This sweet shot wasn't really sweet when we took it...Georgia was checking to see if Nolan's nose was going to get near her face and Nolan was wondering if he could pull Georgia's hair.   WAHLAH...a Christmas miracle."  - Joylyn

Barn Sale...this weekend!

Hi All...most of you know my friends Carolyn and Bud...they are possibly the most generous people you will ever meet! Their barn has been the backdrop to MANY photo shoots over the years. This weekend Carolyn decided to dust bring out some stuff from the barn and have a sale. I got a sneak peak and well, let's just say I needed a truck to get home! Details: A huge barn filled with painted and refinished furniture (mostly name brands), accessories and other goodies. No clothes or children's items. Bring measurements, and oversized vehicle and girlfriends. "One of a kind". 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Oct. 5 and 6, 10 to 2 on Oct. 7th. 38376 W. Colonial Highway, Hamilton, Va. Head for the red barn at the end of the driveway

PHOTOBLITZ WEEKENDS! Sundays:October 7th and 14th

October 7th and 14th--It's that time of the year!  So excited to be offering two different venues for Photoblitz weekends!  The first is Silverbrook Farm in Hillsboro!  My gorgeous bride and groom Alexa and Curtis (see video below)were married there last May and I can't get the images out of my head!  If you can't make the 7th the other choice is Morven Park the following weekend--October 14th.  Both places are amazing!  $150 for a sitting which includes an 11x14 print as well as all images posted online.  I can also do your Christmas cards and you can be done by November 1st!  Sign up and suggest your time on the paypal memo.
Looking forward to seeing you!

Location:

Silverbrook Farm-Sunday, October 7 $150.00 USD Morven Park-Sunday, October 14 $150.00 USD

Silverbrook Farm

Morven Park

Location:

Silverbrook Farm-Sunday, October 7 $150.00 USD Morven Park-Sunday, October 14 $150.00 USD

Alexa & Curtis! MARRIED!!

My Animoto Video