Unintended Effects

I was shooting on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica and because I was using my old Canon Rebel didn't mind the blustery rain. I also hadn't quite anticipated the "lens baby" effect, which I love in these couple photos.

Night-time Baseball

No question, when played under the lights, baseball takes on a certain glamour.  The field indeed becomes a stage: everything around fades into darkness; the colors are deeply saturated, brilliant, alive.

Senior Prom

Can't think of an event that might be more fun shooting than pre-prom gatherings. This is  everyone's party - everyone is a star.

A Twilight Event

My only regret in going to this evening outdoor high school track meet is that I wasn't able to spend more time there.  This was a beautiful outdoor track and the kids ran under the lights -- beautiful to watch, beautiful to photograph.  The lights brought out the competitive drama.

A Child Portrait

This is a recent favorite....

An Enchanted House

Always inspiring to spend time in home of artist friend, Susy Pilgrim Waters.  This home is warm, colorful, full of whimsy,  and interesting design.  Here are a few photos we took for a design blog. 

Shooting Sports

I spent a lot of time shooting high school indoor track competition this winter. With the challenge of low light and high speed, it was almost always about the technical aspects of shooting... a little less freedom to think about composition and drama.  This too with time, experience, and a camera better suited for sports.  Here are some favorites from the season: