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Once in a life

Roshan is a smart guy, and this shows it

Roshan graduated from high school last spring (I am SO behind in posts!)  and is adjusting very well as a college freshman…with high aspirations and great abilities!  I photographed him last spring for senior pictures.  We wanted to really show who he was, and what he cared about, at this unique time in his life! …

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“One big happy”

my family

My birthday is coming up, and I asked my family for some time for me to photograph us all together.  Not easy when there are 7 in the family, and the photographer is in the picture!  But after a lot of trial and error, I finally got a shot where everyone is smiling, in position,…

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Headshots for Social Services

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Nowadays, with the economy such that it is, life is hard for many people…and social service agencies like Bethany Christian Services are working hard to meet the needs of young women in crisis pregnancies, families (Bethany has an incredible Safe Families program!), and children.  Bethany is a leader in international adoption, and a prototype for…

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You’ve got a great product… give it a shot, too!

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I was at my local farmer’s market on Saturday and stopped by the tent of one of Homewood’s local businesses–Homewood Kitchen Gardens- which among other products sells wonderfully scented soaps.  I picked up a couple of their lavender soaps, with and without oatmeal, and decided before I used them I would photograph them.  The rustic,…

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