It all started in the 5th grade, when I bought my very own camera.  It was a Vivitar with everything – auto flash, advancement, etc.  I took that camera to school every day, and I would spend every recess taking pictures of my friends.  The photography bug had bit me.

Years later, after my mission, I bought my dream camera – the Canon Rebel.  I had lots of fun with that one, and even got to the point where I started taking portaits – engagement pictures, family pictures, and weddings.  I was even offered a job by the photographer at my little brother's wedding – which was pretty funny.  (Eventually, I added my telephoto lense to it all, which made it even more fun.)

Then in April of this year, I got my Canon Rebel Digital – my baby!!  I have never had so much fun doing what I love.   I have started doing photo shoots for people wherever I go.  I am a little out of control :), but it's all good.  I have also started taking classes, researching, and doing everything I can to hone my skills.  It really is a passion of mine, and if I hadn't studied to be an Elementary School teacher in college, my second choice was majoring in photography :).

So, I thought I would include a few of my favorites from the latest stuff I have done for friends and family . . . I hope you like them.  (See sidebar with my photography portfolio for my favorite pics in each catergory.)

PS.  This picture is of my nephew Paul Sandall – what a cutie!