Plank for Township Clerk

Yesterday I had the opportunity to shoot some campaign photos for Jeremy Plank. Jeremy is a new comer to the local politics here in town and our township. Jeremy will bring humility, efficiency, accountability, and responsiveness to the Wood River Township clerk position if elected April 7. You can read all about Jeremy's platform at his website - http://www.plank4woodrivertownshipclerk.com. Here are a few photos from the shoot.




Thanks Jeremy and good luck in with your campaign!

New Equipment

This weekend I acquired some new equipment. I was able to get a 35mm f2.0 lens with the hood and a battery grip for my camera. I actually used all the new equipment on a photo shoot. The 35mm has become my new portrait lens. I also love the fact that I have twice the battery life with my new battery grip because the grip houses two lithium ion batteries. Here are some photos of my new equipment.

The 35mm f2.0 lens with lens hood on.


The new lens and hood.


The battery grip.


All the new gear.

The Mann Family

Last week I had the opportunity to do a "top secret" shoot the Mann Family. Rick, the father, called me and ask me to come do a session with his daughters. They were going to surprise mom, Donna, with a gift for her birthday. This shoot was so much fun! Susanna, Samantha, and Alissa where a blast to work with and were naturals for the camera. I talked to Donna after her birthday and she was so surprised at the photos and just loved them. I hope you all enjoy them as much as this family did!

Ella

Having a small studio in your basement and a 14 month old daughter is a photographers dream. It also helps to make some great gifts for Grandma and Grandpa.

This session is of my daughter Ella. She has been photographed since the day she was born and can even smile on cue. The plaid dress in this session was a gift for Ella last Christmas. These photos where a hit on Christmas morning with Grandpa and Grandma. I hope you enjoy them as much as they did!

Baby Jacob

Baby Jake is an amazing Christmas gift, well he came a little early. Jake was born on November 18 weighing 6lb 13oz and measured 20 inches long. Jake is an answered prayer for my good friends Kenny and Annette. They were able to adopt baby Jake and be his parents from day one. God has truly blessed the Steward family this year with a new baby boy.

This photo shoot was not only to capture the beauty of this little guy but to make Christmas presents for some proud grandparents. I tried some new poses in this session and really enjoyed working with the props Kenny and Annette brought. Thank you guys for entrusting me with Jake's baby portraits. I hope you enjoy these photos for years to come.







The Family: