If you are looking for a way to explore your state, State Parks are a great place to start. They often preserve historically significant sites. They offer a way to see your state and learn it’s history! In Arizona, there are currently 31 state parks spread throughout. But when did we decide we needed to…
Category: Photography & Conservation
Colorado River
Marble Canyon near Page, Arizona, is home to the Colorado River. We walked to the Navajo Bridge from our hotel and took a few photos, including this one. I love how dark the water is and the reflection of the canyon walls. I think it contrasts nicely with the bright blue sky and orange-ish rocks….
A Brief History of the National Parks System
National Parks are an excellent destination for everyone. They offer a wide variety of fun for all ages and skill levels. But how did they come about? Yellowstone was the very first National Park in the world, created in 1872. But before that, President Lincoln created the Yosemite Grant Act to protect the land. This…
Top Five Travel Tips
I know, another video? Yes! I recorded this a while back and feel like now is the time to share. This is much shorter than the last vlog, coming in under 10 minutes. I hope you enjoy it!
My Favorite Image – Details
Sometimes you don’t need or want a face in the photo. But, you say, I thought documentary was all about capturing my family and their personalities! Documentary sessions are many things, including showing your personalities. But it’s also about capturing the details. Do you remember what your babies fingers or toes looked like? Did they…
Top 5 Things You Can Do To Save The Earth
Some days it seems we hear another way the earth is being destroyed or an animal in danger of becoming extinct. Often it feels hopeless. You struggle with what you can do to help. But you know what? Every little thing you do each day adds up and makes a difference. Remember, it’s ok to…
My Favorite Landscape Image – Antelope Canyon
In 2018 we traveled a lot. I want to share some of my favorite images from the places we went to. Up first? Antelope Canyon. Two magical slot canyons in northern Arizona. Upper Antelope Canyon is known for “the” light beam. The canyon is narrower at the top, which creates the light beams. I did…
Yosemite Packing
I’m trying to do more videos (something that scares me) and have decided one blog a month will be a vlog! I thought I’d show what I’m packing for our trip to Yosemite! So if you’ve ever wondered what I take with me, watch the video and find out! I hope you enjoyed this little…
What makes me click the shutter?
The world is full of some fantastic sites, from natural to the human-made. So how do I pick what to take a picture of when I’m out and about? Well, it depends (I know… everyone’s favorite answer!). I can find beauty or intrigue in almost anything. While digital allows me to shoot as much as…
What makes me want to click the shutter button?
How do I decide to click the shutter button? To click the shutter button may not seem like a difficult decision. It can happen quite quickly and you may not think a lot of thought has gone into choosing what I am taking a photograph of. But despite making it look easy, it’s not. When…