Julie and Brett- Engagement Teaser (and my flash!)

Hello friends!

So I ordered the flash I had talked about previously! I ordered it with plenty of time before the move to our new apartment and got a forward on all my mail and did everything in advance---but unfortunately the dear United States Postal Service failed me on this one.

My flash shipped out and was attempted to be delivered but we weren't home at the time and for some reason the postal service had placed a "vacant" tag in our mailbox, even though our forward was not set to be activated for another 3 days. They shipped my flash back to Adorama after it went to several different places here in the Denver area. I called several times trying to track it down and have it stopped but alas, my efforts were in vain. I received notification today that Adorama was issuing a credit to my account for the flash- so it looks like I'll be ordering another one! (At least I have not been in dire need of it with everything else going on!) I would have really liked to have had it by now, but I guess I will wait!

In other news...one of the lovely brides I am working with has been in UGANDA recently!!! We did Julie and Brett's engagement shoot prior to her trip but she requested I wait until she returned to post photos. (Of course, Julie!!) So, now that she is back in the US and planning away again for their July wedding, I will leave you with a teaser, and promise to post some more this weekend!!

Happy coming back home to you, Julie! I'm so glad you got to go and love on the beautiful Ugandan children and their families, teachers, pastors, and communities, but we're also so glad to have your smiling face back in our presence!

Snowshoeing in Rocky Mountain National Park

Back in January (I know, forever ago!!) a friend of ours came to visit, Phil Cohen of Cohen Architectural Woodworking, and brought along some members of his crew. We went up to Rocky Mountain National Park and some of us went snowshoeing. Some of the others just played in the snow at Bear Lake.

Sid, myself, and our new friends Darla and Jon hiked up to Bierstadt Lake, and when we took a rest at the side of the icy lake- we met some more new friends!!!

It was pretty phenomenal to be able to interact with the birds like this, let me tell you! I was scared at first, but eventually I put my hand out and made a couple new friends too. ;)

It was such a beautiful day, and we were blessed by the most amazing sunset on our way back down from Bierstadt Lake.

And right before we reached the bottom, Sid took a fun shot of me laughing at him. The sky was so gorgeous, all lit up with pink and purple. I adore living here so much!

Katrina

My hubby posted this blog about our friend Katrina the other day after he finished editing the below video for her. 

Katrina is a childhood friend of my husband's and we've been back in contact with her since we moved to the Boulder area. She's such a sweet and inspiring little lady! (I say little because she IS very little- just watch the video!)   :) 

She's adorable, yes, but even better- she's a sincere woman with a big heart who has come through so much and is on her way to an even more exciting journey than what she has currently been on. (and her current journey has been exciting, let me tell you!)

If you have a few moments, watch and learn about our Katrina.

Katrina from Postmay Films on Vimeo.

Busy Weekend!

Hello All!!!

It's been a busy and exciting weekend for me! Our friend Brian has been in town all week helping Sid shoot some video footage for a few projects that PostMay has going, and I got to spend three of the three weekend days I had doing photography related things! How fun!

Friday, I am excited to announce---I booked a second wedding! In July, I will be sharing in Brett and Julie's special day, and helping to preserve some of the special moments for them FOREVER! We are going to do an engagement shoot on Saturday, and I'm super excited!

Saturday night, I was lucky to be asked by Jared of Jared Wilson Photography to assist him in shooting an Engagement Party at Mile High Station in Denver. That was definitely fun, and I do adore that building!! I helped Jared shoot a wedding there last July.

Then on Sunday, I was blessed to be able to spend the ENTIRE DAY with family, shooting my nephews' soccer tournaments. Sid's mom and her hubby were even in town, so we got EXTRA family in the deal! Even better. :)

Look for photo posts coming soon!

Daddy

In the lines of his face, you can see a daddy's pain.

In the lines of his face, you can see a daddy's toil.

In the lines of his face, you can see a daddy's joy.

In the lines of his face, you can see a daddy's love.

It's not national Father's Day today, but it's Father's Day to me. 

Just thinking about my dear daddy this evening and thought I'd post a photo of him. It's probably my favorite one. If you know him, you will probably recognize the special in it too.

Cheers-

Tif

Coor's Brewery Tour

Back in December, some friends of ours came to CO for a visit. We took them to Coor's for a tour and I took a few photos while there.

Coor's is located in the sweet little town of Golden, CO. I have an aunt and uncle that live there as well. It's got cute shops, is home to the Colorado School of Mines, and has fun street festivals in the summer.

These trains are refrigerated to transport the final packaged product to it's many destinations.

Coor's has a greenhouse on the grounds and they keep fresh flowers around the premises year round. :)

It was a great weekend, and Phil has been back since (to CO, not to Coor's, lol.) We always enjoy having them around. Until next time...

Productivity!

Time for a new blog post! It's been a while!

Today is Sunday and I intend to fill it with many productive activities! I went to church yesterday and this morning I got up ready to go! I have my list in hand and have already knocked out a few of my items! :) Feels great to be productive.

A couple of items on my list...

• Gather recipes for the week
• Edit photos from Coors Brewery tour
• Work on a wedding questionnaire
• Research which flash I plan to buy- and how to use it!

I'm shooting a wedding in October (so excited!!) and I have decided that it's time I purchase a flash. I've done mostly daylight shoots so far and haven't really had much need for a flash. I'm looking at the Canon Speedlite 430EX II.

Canon Speedlite 430EX II

I'd love to get the 580EX II but realistically at this point I don't need it. The 580 has the ability to be the "master" and control other flashes and the 430 only has "slave" capability, but I am not ready to get into that yet.

Sooo...

I'm also working on creating a questionnaire to give to the bride and groom that will help me shoot their wedding better. I will ask them questions such as-

• Describe the order of your ceremony, from getting ready to exiting the reception.
• What is the name of the officiant and may I contact him/her to obtain rules for the church/building/area in which your wedding will be held?
• How many are in your bridal party?
• What formal photos are most important to you?
• Is there a coordinator or "second in command" person I can communicate with on the big day so as to not interrupt you from enjoying your ceremony and reception?

Then there's always the less exciting, everyday routine things such as brushing/flossing, taking the dog outside, and making some lunch! lol Yeah, I know not everyone talks about that kind of stuff on their blog, but what can I say? Good oral hygiene is super important! ;)

And because it just feels wrong to end this post without a photo...I leave you with Maverick! 

He belongs to my (used to be) neighbor, Becca. He and my dog were the best of pals, and at times, Carter still looks for Maverick when we come back up the stairs from going outside. ::sigh::

But enough sappy, sadness!! Have a great Sunday, all!

Cheers!

Tiffanie