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September 27, 2009 // personal

Every year I play this little game, a contest against mother nature. I see how long I can go without turning on the heat in my house. It started as an environmental thing, you know, thought I could save some energy by putting on a sweater. Now it has escalated to something not entirely sane.

Our warm September had me believing I might break my record this year, a record currently sitting at October 16th. But today, I'm sitting in my freezing cold house thinking maybe I should see someone about this obsession. Surely it can't be healthy.

Try to think warm thoughts. This image makes me warm and fuzzy;

What are you doing to stay warm?

Dani

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Nicole Mercereau:

Awesome picture - can't wait to see more!!!

(09.27.09 @ 09:39 PM)

nora vedress:

great photo!

(10.06.09 @ 11:48 PM)

They Grow Too Fast

September 12, 2009 // family / personal

Dani

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Sabrina Parenteau:

Absolutely Wonderful! Wow where did you ever find these gorgeous ladies!!! :)

(09.13.09 @ 10:26 AM)

Inspiration & Execution

September 11, 2009 // personal / photography / business

You don't have to look far to be inspired. This morning, driving down highway 2, I was overcome with emotion by the beauty of where I live. It was the way the light shone through a light dusting of clouds and settled among the rolling hills of a quaint little farm complete with red barn. Chills went up and down my spine and my eyes welled. I just wanted to pull over and make beautiful images, but I didn't.

Too often I'm inspired and let that inspiration fade. Sure I can go back to whatever it was that inspired me, but will the scene be as crisp, the emotion as intense? What is that inspiration worth if I don't act on it?

So today when I got to the studio I pulled out my inspiration file and started planning. Here's todays story board and I have scheduled a time to put it all together in my own way. Be sure to check back for the images...

Happy Friday!

Dani

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Nicole Derendorf:

You are an inspiration Dani! I so wish we could have you take our photos! We'll be home for Christmas 2010, maybe we can do it then....at the farm!

(09.11.09 @ 06:09 PM)

Little Leah

August 27, 2009 // babies / personal

My very good friend Jenn and her little one stopped in today. I can't believe Jenn has a baby that's going to be a year old soon. It's amazing how not having children makes 3 years seem like a flash in the pan but going 3 weeks without seeing my nieces and nephews (by biology and by heart) feels like a long time.

No visit would be complete without a picture;

Cheers,

Dani

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Jenn:

Thanks for the visit, it has been a long time coming....... love the pictures.......I will stop in again soon! I PROMISE!

(08.27.09 @ 05:53 PM)

Anonymous:

I like the pictures of Leah you did

(10.02.09 @ 03:08 PM)

Sleep

April 23, 2009 // personal / photography / business

It hasn't come very easy these past few weeks. I'm up late and awake early. Sleep is restless and filled with images of things that need to be completed, things that must not be forgotten, things that aren't perfect... yet.

I will post images this weekend of the progress in the studio. I wish I had taken before pictures.

My thoughts are scattered...

I think I will try to sleep soon. Right now sleeping looks and sounds great;

Yes Mom, I know I haven't seen you in like almost 3 weeks. I'll try to stop in this weekend.

Jackie, you are at the very top of my to do list. I miss you.

Dani

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Anonymous:

I can't wait babygirl!

(04.24.09 @ 08:42 AM)

Full Sun :: Kelly Moore contest

April 4, 2009 // personal / photography / business / portraits

Kelly Moore is an amazing photographer in Ruston Louisiana. She is at the very top of my list of photographers whose workshop I long to attend.

Kelly really knows how to work full sun to her advantage. In fact Kelly rocks any lighting situation. Right now she has a little contest running on her website for full sun images. This image is my absolute favorite full sun shot. I love the colour, the moody clouds in the background, even the reflection of the water on Sarah's face;

Cheers,

Dani

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Mandi:

Nice shot!

(04.29.09 @ 05:15 PM)

Auntie Patty:

I love this photo. The light and how it sets everything is amazing. The model is gorgeous (of course)!

(07.14.09 @ 02:30 PM)

ooooooh this itch

April 4, 2009 // personal

I have a serious case of spring fever. An itch I just can't seem to scratch... I need to get out, move around, experiment...

I want to find an awesome abandoned farm house, a terrific junk yard, someone to come out and play on short notice. Anyone know where I can find these items?

I convinced Devin to model for me this afternoon, but clearly he's not enjoying himself.

Cheers,

Dani

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sarah herriot:

Dani!
haha i love devins face in this pic.
he's not tooo impressed at all.
if you are really itchin i'm here whenever you are free.
we both know i'm not afraid to get a little dirty. haha.
facebook me or something. love and hugs
= )

(04.07.09 @ 02:21 AM)

Jade:

Your hubby looks like a mean one.... you must be so proud!

(04.18.09 @ 11:48 PM)

Is it summer yet?

March 24, 2009 // personal / portraits

I miss playing outside.

I miss vibrant colours.

I miss these kiddos.

D.

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Anonymous:

I love this photo! Dang, those kiddos are cute!

(07.14.09 @ 02:33 PM)

Sabrina & Andrew:

We were sitting here looking at this picture and a huge discussion came out of it.....
Azarie is front and center and boasts of energy are shooting through our computer screen, knowing this lil man is like that daily. Mackenzie is looking carefree and quite whimsical at the world around her as if nothing could possibly get better. Camdyn is sitting on the railroad tracks looking as if she is a bad ass staring down the camera. She looks her adorable rebellious self. You definately captured these little beings as they truly are:)

(09.24.09 @ 12:02 AM)

I'd marry him a million times over

March 22, 2009 // personal

This man lights my soul on fire;

He's amazing.

He not only supports, but shares my dreams.

He has a fabulous sense of style. (JT betta watch his back.)

He's like Clark Kent when he wears his glasses.

He is amazing with children and teaches grade one.

Did I mention he lights me up?!

We're the biggest nerds.

We buy lottery tickets before road trips so we can spend the money while we drive.

We have "knock your sox off" wrestling matches. (I've never won.)

We slow dance in the living room with our dog.

I love you babe!

D.

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Mel:

I LOVE YOU GUYS!!
Biggest nerds you say? Frick Dani!!! You guys are 2 of the coolest people I know!!!! (maybe the coolest!)
You guys...thanks for being so great!! So many people love you (and think you are cool)!!! :)
Rock on!

(03.23.09 @ 11:56 PM)

janelle:

I think you're the coolest!!!

(03.24.09 @ 05:19 PM)

Happy Friday

February 27, 2009 // babies / personal

I'm about to curl up with a good movie and a glass of wine. Gotta love the weekend!

I have some catching up to do this weekend on the ole blog, but until then here is the awesomest new baby Xavier;

Cheers,

Dani

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Jlynn:

Is that amy roberts baby

(10.02.09 @ 03:13 PM)