Nothern California PCH 101

Here are some images I never posted from my trip to the Northern California a couple of years ago. I wish I had them at a higher resolution, but I thought I would share them in spite of that. The first image is of Big Sur, CA and the second is of an area called Paradise Point in the state park nearby. The forth image of of the famous surf spot called "The Mavericks". It doesn't look to intimidating on this particular day, does it. :)

The Costons

US Magazine Lighting Project

I have been looking at US magazine for years and have always wanted to master outdoor flash with the same dramatic feel that I keep seeing in their publication. My "patient friend" Jennifer Breeden and my "always ready assistant" Nancy Shelton helped me to finally take some time and hammer out the details of how to do this. Jennifer is known for her expressive face, however the mood of the lighting lended itself to the more serious shots. I threw in one smiling, because that is just simply Jen. Thank you both for taking your free time to help me with this year's first personal project.

Returning from Myrtle Beach

Home again, home again! I just got back from Myrtle Beach, SC where I spent some time with my family and a couple friends. It was cold and windy, but so clear and beautiful I had to get my camera out and take a few shots. Things have changed over the years in Myrtle Beach and there is new construction everyday. Our extended family stayed here every other summer for several years while I was growing up. I miss those days. My cousins and I have all grown up and there is a new generation visiting Sunset Beach, NC which is very cool too. I enjoyed getting to look back at Myrtle Beach with my dad and remember what it used to look like. I am only included one picture because my dad is not known for patience in front of the camera. I'm surprised he humored me at all. My dad loves his Rockport shoes. :)