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    Photo Chronicle: Why Sweat the Small Stuff? | Personal Musings

    Monday, September 16, 2013

     

    Ever found yourself stressing out about some random thing that you felt you had no control over? So much so that you lost sight of the bigger picture? When we stress out about things that we have no control over, life seemingly becomes small, harsh and colorless. We hide behind things...Hope dissipates...We become cynical, hard and distrustful...Smiles are limited...Tension creeps in...We feel helpless.




     
    But when we put things into perspective and remember that our lives are bigger than just us, we can approach life with a new-found vibrance. Life becomes brighter...Warmer...Open...We can relax a bit...Breathe deeper...Smile more...And even find rest in the midst of the situation.






    So when you find yourself stressing out, over-analyzing and just digging for nothing good, pause...Breathe...Think bigger than the 'right now' and say to yourself, "don't sweat the small stuff". When you look back on the situation, you'll be glad that you listened to you.




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    Electric Run: The RDU Edition

    Saturday, September 14, 2013

    And the race ended with this...



    ...It all started when I heard about the Electric Run that would be taking place in Raleigh. Being one who is attracted to fun, interesting and crazy events, I knew that I wanted to shoot it. So my plan was to post up at both the beginning and the end of the race and shoot as a spectator. But when I answered a post in a Facebook Raleigh photography group, that plan changed.



    The post was from a local woman named Dina Marie, asking if anyone from the group planned to shoot the race. So me, being all super excited and stuff, responded with my plans to shoot as a lonesome spectator, and suggested that we meet up. Mind you, I had never even spoken to Dina Marie before, but I figured that it would be a fun way to meet someone who shares the same interest as me. So anyway, she told me that she had a press pass and would be floating around, shooting everything in between the start and finish. *GASP* How can I get one?!?! How did you get yours?!?!

























    She told me that she had simply emailed the organizers...Bummer. Never even occurred to me that one could email the organizers of an event and request such a thing. Silly me. BUT, I immediately went to the race website and emailed for a pass. Couldn't hurt, right? Well 2 hours later, way before I was shut down by the race organizers, I had a Facebook inbox from Dina Marie saying that she had secured me a press pass! OMG! Such an awesome stranger! That means that I can float around, taking pictures of all the electric people too! *insert joy dance*























    And float we did. The energy was CRAZY! We experienced 10,000 runners, even more glow sticks, organized light shows, glow tunnels and one serious after party. The rest is history! If not for Dina Marie, I would have missed out on all of the in between, so thank you! Xoxoxo. I had an awesome time photographing this race, BUT I think I may actually run in it next year. Hmmm, maybe I can do both. Till then!


     





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    It's All In The Details | Product Spotlight | Raleigh Wedding Photographer

    Monday, August 12, 2013

    The details. I certainly find myself somewhat obsessed with them. Details are accessories, compliments that provide an outsider with a final picture of the total package. They also make the planner feel extra good about themselves. 


    Think about it...when you put on that awesome outfit, pair it with the right shoes, jewelry and hair style, it gives you a sense of oomph. You feel like you can take on the world because you feel great about yourself. Well...I've been doing some accessorizing over here at Chronicles Photography, except that these details are meant to make YOU feel good about the service that you receive from us.


    One accessory that we have added to the Chronicles product family is our Signature Flash Drive. You will receive your digital files on this smart wood grain drive with the purchase of certain photo packages. It's perfect for travel and sharing your photos among family and friends.


    You will find your Signature Flash Drive nestled safely in this gorgeous fabric covered box, complete with a ribbon tab for easy opening.


    I'm pretty excited about what we've implemented for you! Can you see our love? It's all in the details!

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    Count On Me Through Thick and Thin... | Raleigh Portrait Photographer

    Friday, August 9, 2013


    Friendship is unnecessary, like philosophy, like art...It has no survival value; rather it is one of those things that give value to survival ~ C.S. Lewis

    Meet Angel! I had the awesome privilege of photographing her along with her friends this past week. Angel just recently celebrated a milestone birthday. Woot Woot! She was looking to do something to not only commemorate her life, but also the friendships that she had formed throughout her life. Hearing her vision for the friendship/girlfriends shoot, I was honored that she called on me to capture those bonds.


    Fun times were had by all! While I photographed the ladies...and a gent...we laughed, posed off and even sang. At one point during the shoot, we're walking down the street and the ladies bust out singing the theme song to the hit show Girlfriends...you know, with Joan, Maya, Lynn and Toni...anywho, these ladies did it and it made for some awesome memories for the photo album. Our gent was cool as cake and seemed used to the rambunctious outburst from the ladies.

    But what really touched me were the stories and the length of time behind each relationship. Angel shared with me how long she had been friends with each person. The responses varied from around 6 to 20 years! While she shared their stories, I photographed them. In those moments you could see the unbreakable bond between them as they recalled how they met and joys that they've shared. I'm thrilled that I was not only able to be a part of this experience, but to capture it for Angel.

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    Fall Mini Sessions | Raleigh Portrait Photographer

    Thursday, August 8, 2013

     
    Can you believe that it's August already? The Summer is flying by and before you know it Fall will be here, along with tall boots and chunky knits. To commemorate the changing of the seasons, I will be offering Fall Mini-Sessions. They will be held in October, so if you're in need of pictures for those holiday cards, I've got you covered. Those on the mailing list will be the first to know about dates and available slots, so make sure that you sign up today!

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