revisiting the list

I just realized that I crossed a few more things off of my 101 in 1001 list recently, even though I’m past the 1001 day deadline. During my trip to Alaska, I completed:  #30. Go kayaking; #38. Go to Alaska (obviously) and #61. Photograph a humpback whale.

When I got back home, I also visited the National Arboretum with my friend, Casey, while she was visiting from Texas. So that fulfills #94. Visit the National Arboretum.

I’m still working on compiling my new list, and I’m gathering suggestions from friends and family, so if you have any ideas of things I should try, places I should go or things I should see, feel free to comment or send me an email!

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emily & mat – engaged!

This is a story of six degrees of separation, or maybe four degrees – I’m not sure how that works exactly. But check it out: my friend Alia introduced me to her friend Sarah. Sarah needed a photographer for an event she was hosting, and asked if I would be available/interested. I did attend the event and took pictures, where I met another photographer, Sandy, who was also shooting for the event. Through the magic of Facebook, she and I kept in touch since then. Fast-forward a few years, and Sandy recommended me to her step-daughter, Emily, for her wedding photos (you know, so Sandy can actually attend and enjoy the event!), and voila, I met Emily and Mat! Stuff like that sort of blows my mind. This job is definitely so cool for making connections with people and places. I love that about it! So now, onto why we’re here – engagement photos of Emily and Mat!

I’m sort of speechless at how photogenic these two are. Seriously.

Wedge heels + cobblestones would normally be a little challenging, but Emily totally worked it out.

Really FUN outfit change! I’m pretty sure everyone we passed wanted to know where they can get this dress:

Favorite:

So sweet!

Emily, you totally rocked the dress. Ouma would be proud!

I absolutely cannot wait for your wedding, Emily and Mat! I loved meeting you both and had such a great time photographing you – I know the wedding is going to be amazing!

 

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Kim HopkinsJuly 19, 2011 - 1:43 pm

I love these photos. Great job!
Emily’s Mom

Eileen BroderickAugust 24, 2011 - 10:22 am

Susan! This has got to be one of my favorite engagement shoots EVER! Love every single shot! Beautiful couple–love her style! You nailed it.

renée

Anyone need motivation for a Monday? Well, meet Renée. She has literally been working her butt off to reach her health and fitness goals, and she did it! It just goes to show you that if you set a goal, and stick to your plan to get there, you will get there! Renée is proof of that. And to mark the completion of reaching her goal, we took some headshots/portraits. (Side note: I think everyone should treat themselves to a portrait session when they reach a big goal, whether it’s with me or with another photographer!) UPDATE: Since it isn’t my story to tell I didn’t want to share all the details here, but check out Renée’s comment below for an additional detail to the story!:)

Renée, you’re gorgeous:

Renée’s mom was along for part of the shoot, and suggested we do a statue shot on top of the little cement platform (see left, below). I think she was just playing around, but I LOVE the resulting image.

This is one of  my very favorites:

This one, too!

Outfit and location change!

Another favorite! (Can I have three favorites?!)

Renée, congratulations on reaching your goal! It’s such a wonderful accomplishment, and you’re an inspiration to so many people, including me! I’m so proud of you, and excited for you. Congrats again!

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ReneeJuly 18, 2011 - 3:16 pm

Susan, thank you so much for helping me document my 85 pound weightloss! Being able to look at a picture and see myself the way everyone else now sees me is more valuable to me than I can express. Worth every penny I paid and more.

JohnJuly 18, 2011 - 6:41 pm

Awesome Pics!!