Behind the Lens

About Blogging
I challenge my readers each day to look at their lives in reflection.  Focusing on the simple things of life allows us to savor small pleasures: a kind face, a soft ray of light, a knowing glance, the budding of a tree, the song of a cheerful bird, and a loving embrace.  Through each moment savored you can find gifts of inspiration and serenity.  My blog is outlet for sharing layers of moments captured in photography.  

My Creative Process
The create process is as important to me as the finished product. Burlap, aged postcards, pages torn from books, and stamped ink are a few of my favorite things to create with.  

My Inspiration
I am inspired by aging structures, thunderstorms, letters from the past, fields of rolled hay, rusting tractors, patterns of perfection imprinted on leaves, everyday items of yesteryear, and the wild tangling branches of old oak trees.

My Design
I have much gratitude for being part of the handmade creative entrepreneur community.  You can my work in multiple places!
- Designer for Memory Scraps
- Life-n-Reflection Boutique
- Designs by LNR
- Farmhouse Chic
- Designer for Print Candee

My Camera Bag

I look for products that stand the test of time and capture the view through my lenses with perfection. Choosing the right camera, lens, filter, and software editing can be a challenge. So, here you will find my best advice in photo resources!

Cameras:
Canon Digital Rebel XSi 12.2 MP Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens
Canon EOS Rebel T2i 18 MP CMOS APS-C Digital SLR Camera with 3.0-Inch LCD and EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens
Canon EOS 60D 18 MP CMOS Digital SLR Camera with 3.0-Inch LCD and 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS UD Standard Zoom Lens

"Canons have always been my favorite.  I've been shooting with a Canon for since I was a teen"

Lenses:
Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS Image Stabilizer Telephoto Zoom Lens - Grey Market non US Product
Canon EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Standard Zoom Lens for Canon DSLR Cameras
Canon EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 III Telephoto Zoom Lens for Canon SLR Cameras


"Always check to be sure a new lens is compatible with your camera base!"

Camera Bags:
Canon Deluxe Photo Backpack 200EG for Canon EOS SLR Cameras (Black with Green Accent)
Fossil Handbag, Crosstown Camera Bag CITRUS
Canon 2400 SLR Gadget Bag for EOS SLR Cameras

"These cute Fossil bags are great if you are out in about an want to keep your camera on hand without looking like a tourist!  But a large camera bag is essential if you need to bring multiple lens, a backup battery, your cleaning kit, lens reflectors, a blanket and your tripod!"

Still Photography Inspiration:
Creating the French Look: Inspirational Ideas and 25 Step-by-step Projects
French Style at Home: Inspiration from Charming Destinations


"I find inspiration for my still photography in the pages of french, country, and cottage style books and magazines."

Landscape Photography Inspiration:
A Day in the Country: Impression and the French Landscape
The Most Beautiful Villages of Tuscany (The Most Beautiful Villages)
The Old Barn Book: A Field Guide to North American Barns & Other Farm Structures

"Get inspired to take road trip or vacation to capture a unique landscape!"

Camera Shooting Tools:
Opteka RC-4 Wireless Remote Control for Canon EOS Digital Rebel XT, XTi, XSi, T1i, T2i, 60D, 7D & 5D Mark II Digital SLR CamerasDolica AX620B100 62-Inch Proline Tripod and Ball Head


"One can never have too many camera tools!"



"I started editing in Adobe Photoshop when I was in High School.  It's amazing where software has gone now!"

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