tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-987197628541684642024-02-18T17:42:48.917-08:00V Lynne Photography BlogDocumenting Life, the Universe, and Everything!Victoria Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02220928322953699845noreply@blogger.comBlogger25125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-98719762854168464.post-44885697552608916712008-09-27T15:49:00.001-07:002008-09-27T15:56:38.929-07:00Due to illness.....V Lynne Photography has temporarily shut its doors. If you are a current client trying to reach me, please submit a comment with your contact info (this will <span style="font-weight:bold;">not</span> be publicly posted). Comments will be monitored by a friend to make sure that each is taken care of.<br /><br />More details:<br /><br />Unfortunately in the spring of this year I became very ill; I have been on medical leave from my main job since that point. I thought everyone had been contacted by an associate; however, I heard from a client yesterday that shows this may not have been the case. As the current prognosis has no near term timeline for recovery, I am opting not to take on new commitments until the medical team can give me clearer answers about what to expect.<br /><br />Again, if you are a current client who has been trying to reach me, please accept my apologies and comment here so someone can get in touch with you.<br /><br />Blessings & best wishes to you all,<br />VictoriaVictoria Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02220928322953699845noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-98719762854168464.post-52112970189430606522008-03-15T18:52:00.000-07:002008-03-15T18:56:30.364-07:00Vegas baby!We'll be out of the office from 3/15-3/23, in Vegas at the Wedding & Portrait Photographers International conference. I'm so completely psyched to be spending so many days learning from some of my favorite photographers...and so completely weirded out about being away from a full computer for so long! <br /><br />I'll have the iPhone with me, so I'm hoping to be able to still respond to mail, but if you don't get an answer right away, I'm either in class or have zero connectivity. I promise to figure out where all the free wifi spots are quickly & will try to get back to each of you as soon as possible.<br /><br />Can't wait to come back creatively invigorated! Those of you with upcoming e-sessions, be ready to try out some fun stuff on my return. :)Victoria Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02220928322953699845noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-98719762854168464.post-13533740006810105122008-02-18T16:34:00.000-08:002008-11-13T07:01:29.536-08:00Life lessons from a giant chess set.....I'm a packrat. <br /><br />OK, the kinder, gentler phrase might be "I'm a collector of beautiful things." It still translates to "I'm a packrat." I covet <em>stuff</em>, more stuff than any 12 people would ever need. Clothes. Shoes, especially ones that are bad for my feet. Fossils. Schnauzers, real ones, I'd have seven if Steve would allow it. Plants, which promptly die in my care. Camera gear, of course, not just the new stuff, but every antique I can find. And weird, esoteric stuff. Like giant chess sets.<br /><br />A few years ago, my friends Cheryl & Jackie (see the previous post) were part of the Street of Dreams construction event. And part of the landscape design they created and temporarily installed was a <a href="http://www.megachess.com/index.html">giant chess set</a>.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJkM_IK5EGKYtpEB6qRgQnICGSJxRhbwhOvbtrkMEAczELMQnXTPPOSHM2cqqLR-HOOtqZKfqH0GpWm5VGpf2kBxkKVIKbGUWiAVQ1ByDPIkU0t9ymK0DbFz2c9oIrZQSoufhuzLFRadEv/s1600-h/IMG_1904_blog.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJkM_IK5EGKYtpEB6qRgQnICGSJxRhbwhOvbtrkMEAczELMQnXTPPOSHM2cqqLR-HOOtqZKfqH0GpWm5VGpf2kBxkKVIKbGUWiAVQ1ByDPIkU0t9ymK0DbFz2c9oIrZQSoufhuzLFRadEv/s400/IMG_1904_blog.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5168496024033653106" /></a><br />It was gorgeous. And I coveted it from the beginning.<br /><br />Let's get something straight up front. I don't know how to play chess. Never learned. Never interested in learning. Chess is for geeks. Never mind that I'm one of the biggest geeks I know, that's just not my kind of thing.<br /><br />And besides that, if one <em>needs </em>a decorative chess set, there are plenty of smaller ones around. Ones that fit daintily into the corner of the living room, or can be put away into a hall closet.<br /><br />But desire is never a rational thing.<br /><br />And somehow....I'm still not sure exactly how in this case, except that Jackie wanted back her garage space....desire tends to manifest into reality in my life. And the giant chess set has come to live at my home.<br /><br /><br />My home, which has virtually no flat land. And no one who knows how to play chess. And nowhere to store more stuff. Especially chess pieces that are as much as a foot across, <em>each</em>. And weigh from 20-50 pounds apiece. But oh my, they're gorgeous.<br /><br />Never mind that I now have to redesign the entire landscape. These are fabulous photo props and that means I can write off the garden redesign & installation, right? <em>(Note to the IRS: No, I'm not serious.)</em><br /><br />So what have I learned so far from the giant chess set?<br /><br />Love is irrational. It has far reaching consequences. It requires a commitment you may not be ready for when it comes into your life.<br /><br />But when you're in love, truly in love, you'll seize that opportunity when it comes your way.<br /><br />(Even if it means learning to play chess.)Victoria Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02220928322953699845noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-98719762854168464.post-5280329227143570662008-01-27T19:22:00.001-08:002008-11-13T07:01:30.485-08:00Meet Axel....My friends Jackie & Cheryl are well known for their love of anything with four legs. So it never surprises me to hear that another creature in need of a home has found its way to them. The other day, I went to photograph their latest foster furkid, Axel--a one year old purebred dachshund.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkAz6ISR6o6yuSWQaZOoW2ZAsxysFjS0FCAmg-OjJrPxqGMLOnEp9oEFK5DrWDMFv1P19m99XtaKXL_RFOVYyGHS8ao17cSWgZNspjrCs9o5eradSQ9T3_AqBhyphenhyphenXkN8HNV1X6uC7Qbr2cN/s1600-h/001.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkAz6ISR6o6yuSWQaZOoW2ZAsxysFjS0FCAmg-OjJrPxqGMLOnEp9oEFK5DrWDMFv1P19m99XtaKXL_RFOVYyGHS8ao17cSWgZNspjrCs9o5eradSQ9T3_AqBhyphenhyphenXkN8HNV1X6uC7Qbr2cN/s400/001.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5160362931664035586" /></a><br /><br />Like most critters, he wasn't too sure about the big black camera being waved in his face. But his temperment is such that he pretty quickly adapted. <br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinEbJ4R7_HK98bn418Bni8g_w8BW0KN-r6Kk6vOmdHID7sN9s89PFGvs5mI8gEts7Xz-RCMn9f3CqsGrikz88Y44i01-Hy4rktgTYUdmH1MiMyarJNxeBxqKtD7rlLH-MVTJ3XV6FwXovf/s1600-h/002.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinEbJ4R7_HK98bn418Bni8g_w8BW0KN-r6Kk6vOmdHID7sN9s89PFGvs5mI8gEts7Xz-RCMn9f3CqsGrikz88Y44i01-Hy4rktgTYUdmH1MiMyarJNxeBxqKtD7rlLH-MVTJ3XV6FwXovf/s400/002.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5160362935959002898" /></a><br /><br />He gets along remarkably well with the pack of large dogs & crazy cats he was thrust into, but his favorite place of all is still a lap. He's a real snuggler!<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyFQ3uIf2NvbOSMGvSmY4xOBLuNzblXddRSzTJCEx3QC0jYw9fVS2_V0m3YtJ19Nw5AILGpXjI-w1c3q3rnrzdT9av3uabrcxNu-lPoX55YdywVCXBH874nGlJz7qmFsqvM45yeW7J_vky/s1600-h/003.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyFQ3uIf2NvbOSMGvSmY4xOBLuNzblXddRSzTJCEx3QC0jYw9fVS2_V0m3YtJ19Nw5AILGpXjI-w1c3q3rnrzdT9av3uabrcxNu-lPoX55YdywVCXBH874nGlJz7qmFsqvM45yeW7J_vky/s400/003.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5160362940253970210" /></a><br /><br />And frankly, he's a really handsome boy!<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7Z1pKNMIAwIonM_7ycQOb1aa5JC6px3EkODrxmzqgc4L-Z2txMX1g4JFMYUXcTcoj7yKW4UHX7EbyH8Zlb08GXjhW1CrpEsgWdN0f-7kosaYLS-yQ8a-sc3xf5ZBbGc2dxTFSkIcs7GjU/s1600-h/004.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7Z1pKNMIAwIonM_7ycQOb1aa5JC6px3EkODrxmzqgc4L-Z2txMX1g4JFMYUXcTcoj7yKW4UHX7EbyH8Zlb08GXjhW1CrpEsgWdN0f-7kosaYLS-yQ8a-sc3xf5ZBbGc2dxTFSkIcs7GjU/s400/004.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5160362940253970226" /></a><br /><br />Like all young dogs, he's happiest with something tasty to chew. Look at him go! And I was very pleased to see that he didn't get overprotective of his bed or his chewie, in spite of me holding the camera right under his nose. He's going to make a great pet!<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEii4QSp5vd5glfiU6b0Q0dxgjDek-8YxC6FFKFEdLLkF9deDP6sziberpgL8GONRwJqo0kceHTIqjhnwJuOWvPnGX0JBn4bE2P0eEpzkZJuwkjwI2DJIrX_SUA1U1M1CXCTnXQ_HvLnPxPH/s1600-h/005.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEii4QSp5vd5glfiU6b0Q0dxgjDek-8YxC6FFKFEdLLkF9deDP6sziberpgL8GONRwJqo0kceHTIqjhnwJuOWvPnGX0JBn4bE2P0eEpzkZJuwkjwI2DJIrX_SUA1U1M1CXCTnXQ_HvLnPxPH/s400/005.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5160362974613708610" /></a><br /><br />Axel is being neutered this week & then will be ready for his forever home. If you are interested in adopting this sweetie of a dog, please email me <a href="mailto:axel@vlpics.com">here</a> and I'll make sure your mail is forwarded.Victoria Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02220928322953699845noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-98719762854168464.post-74771153654843434902008-01-12T21:56:00.000-08:002008-11-13T07:01:33.148-08:00Gretchen -- at 32 weeks<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbegqsFgivlol7nx_KolTTlR8IQP1ZnFD0FJ3kqMShNiGFAEk4wF0dgY0CHuXBsQ7qMSPhAcS917aHhC6Cnx4Z-c8ikO5m_I24Q0u5XiylBdrrS3NoIWUWE-Gy6mw7YIeNGKIhIcw2eCqa/s1600-h/0078.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbegqsFgivlol7nx_KolTTlR8IQP1ZnFD0FJ3kqMShNiGFAEk4wF0dgY0CHuXBsQ7qMSPhAcS917aHhC6Cnx4Z-c8ikO5m_I24Q0u5XiylBdrrS3NoIWUWE-Gy6mw7YIeNGKIhIcw2eCqa/s400/0078.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5155036690121792562" /></a><br />Gretchen & I have worked together for about three years now. We've been through who-knows-how-many-reorgs, my wedding, her solo cross-country drive to pick up her beloved Mini Cooper, and more conversations than either of us could count about...well, about everything! She's been both a friend & mentor to me, and I was simply thrilled for her & her husband David when they announced they were expecting.<br /><br />And they've been doubly blessed, with twin girls!<br /><br />Now, I've never been through a friend's pregnancy with multiples. Watching Gretchen's belly swell has been simply amazing. I admit, there are times I've been astonished at how much she changes from week to week! We took this shot at 20 weeks as a progress report....<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoPRZSmuhceSNLU-LwscpMfPuW7bpHAKI7fJdASXSf0Fa6d6PgcqN-vyj2m1J27uMRiyeBK2ZHeKi5tBhbHD4D0329OYJX59hgyaiuVUOyTpBsIkZv4QO8DS7mMcdRtsf9aNKJNHc_Mueu/s1600-h/Gretchen-20.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoPRZSmuhceSNLU-LwscpMfPuW7bpHAKI7fJdASXSf0Fa6d6PgcqN-vyj2m1J27uMRiyeBK2ZHeKi5tBhbHD4D0329OYJX59hgyaiuVUOyTpBsIkZv4QO8DS7mMcdRtsf9aNKJNHc_Mueu/s400/Gretchen-20.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5154841329239366562" /></a><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEho9l4ks_6yUGSSH1sHpeUXHB_-AgScI3BCkgsnAYStYprYGNm_fH1y-4_AfBvRdx_sFBx1h9JbqUAISgieH_BOvz8yiYFLVGioyvJ2nbdVb7QyGJB-CF3qQAnuM8Yy86JXsPF5tHltc1p8/s1600-h/0020.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEho9l4ks_6yUGSSH1sHpeUXHB_-AgScI3BCkgsnAYStYprYGNm_fH1y-4_AfBvRdx_sFBx1h9JbqUAISgieH_BOvz8yiYFLVGioyvJ2nbdVb7QyGJB-CF3qQAnuM8Yy86JXsPF5tHltc1p8/s400/0020.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5155036926344993858" /></a>Back then, her wedding ring was already moved to her pinky finger. Now her rings are strung on her favorite cross.<br /><br />Last week, we did a full maternity session. She & David clearly have so much fun together. They're so much in love, and so very, very happy about this pregnancy. <br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Here are a few of my other favorites:<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5gxhhz9hyphenhyphenbQEcQTdal-bvzYjvbWYniYHCcdBwqjbrC9QQwVYeka9Yn0eHD4HruuvI2xZnFMIGgsopbsU3y8qoFMKUc-tFWbeLWQEpjc8k_cO_ZIuP5Du8jrQ8HINA5R7hw5hz2Z6f8rAK/s1600-h/0002.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5gxhhz9hyphenhyphenbQEcQTdal-bvzYjvbWYniYHCcdBwqjbrC9QQwVYeka9Yn0eHD4HruuvI2xZnFMIGgsopbsU3y8qoFMKUc-tFWbeLWQEpjc8k_cO_ZIuP5Du8jrQ8HINA5R7hw5hz2Z6f8rAK/s400/0002.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5155034607062653874" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7E4zR5d0z82V0qzGjXAMnCT3XjagRB4FZqnf0_u1QV8ngtzDGtatQIt2m5qqIzataeAj8p4mhLXsI3OxddmYadnm-wTZu5fQFiYyE6eBaZ2hK3ctdE7sRjryY0FNWYlg6gkGNpuKTWPec/s1600-h/0010.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7E4zR5d0z82V0qzGjXAMnCT3XjagRB4FZqnf0_u1QV8ngtzDGtatQIt2m5qqIzataeAj8p4mhLXsI3OxddmYadnm-wTZu5fQFiYyE6eBaZ2hK3ctdE7sRjryY0FNWYlg6gkGNpuKTWPec/s400/0010.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5155034611357621186" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnlWD_eE42Gz9rPa31mjyPxQ60FYTEr76kdwSQ0TcabUVRAR289XF6_zyqR2UyQ2J2JkKKKVUWF5eK9X2WQe37OHf0KH7hni-kz-7LEJDS3PpIOVL6Okzzhiha1bpab4VMPc_FehMTLlXp/s1600-h/0023.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnlWD_eE42Gz9rPa31mjyPxQ60FYTEr76kdwSQ0TcabUVRAR289XF6_zyqR2UyQ2J2JkKKKVUWF5eK9X2WQe37OHf0KH7hni-kz-7LEJDS3PpIOVL6Okzzhiha1bpab4VMPc_FehMTLlXp/s400/0023.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5155034611357621202" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuaqdWkoeaLSNlx0bsMRsAW3iofJI-69qVzm3fQV1IhjuqGmjgLrImVNuzK8BxzF_98EkdDZ8ftGSwCC2BfrJOE7e6wm_0Z67JllZihT1FsWBFuy5CGyGKO1AM22F7N3DzJPIu8l9snN2A/s1600-h/0032.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuaqdWkoeaLSNlx0bsMRsAW3iofJI-69qVzm3fQV1IhjuqGmjgLrImVNuzK8BxzF_98EkdDZ8ftGSwCC2BfrJOE7e6wm_0Z67JllZihT1FsWBFuy5CGyGKO1AM22F7N3DzJPIu8l9snN2A/s400/0032.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5155034615652588514" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaeETw5sNRBOKn31FAaJeSBBZYztddcnbhJ0Vf0gF9fzoh1UyDRZ3n26ZI1ElCyXrVDcDCiqJlP6biRy1dYxY5OXDUEjnn4WHdRFOWpR3PQD4AXcZC_P76ba0Zs8cdPrasUTIg5_Gqlg9b/s1600-h/0047.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaeETw5sNRBOKn31FAaJeSBBZYztddcnbhJ0Vf0gF9fzoh1UyDRZ3n26ZI1ElCyXrVDcDCiqJlP6biRy1dYxY5OXDUEjnn4WHdRFOWpR3PQD4AXcZC_P76ba0Zs8cdPrasUTIg5_Gqlg9b/s400/0047.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5155034615652588530" /></a><br /><br />These two are so playful, it was sometimes hard to keep up with them!<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2X0S4TIrPEjQvOrrjgI16fdB-Xz-Tka6xQ5I-qPHH3He5fP5yAii2WlEJoQSW0PBYD0XYEUu0Bqt1GIGsnNLYJsfq03HIdWjQGee_Ry0BzmvWOZhxuFgv0ck9m-Uz0TW8-IQo_9te380l/s1600-h/0074.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2X0S4TIrPEjQvOrrjgI16fdB-Xz-Tka6xQ5I-qPHH3He5fP5yAii2WlEJoQSW0PBYD0XYEUu0Bqt1GIGsnNLYJsfq03HIdWjQGee_Ry0BzmvWOZhxuFgv0ck9m-Uz0TW8-IQo_9te380l/s400/0074.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5155035238422846466" /></a><br /><br />But like most new parents, there's a lot of quiet introspection going on as well.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkc2fshqvYhaYl7jM3ndJLYbgun7MHhGNhcqDLO4odabvxP5hzym98ZH4FtEjCqhyphenhyphennzQjoSsM-ZbbOpY94F77zyAvq6CatjSRyUNUgeT_rfzBZmwE7lze2IzFoW3ehsUioZBswzt158BLs/s1600-h/0058.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkc2fshqvYhaYl7jM3ndJLYbgun7MHhGNhcqDLO4odabvxP5hzym98ZH4FtEjCqhyphenhyphennzQjoSsM-ZbbOpY94F77zyAvq6CatjSRyUNUgeT_rfzBZmwE7lze2IzFoW3ehsUioZBswzt158BLs/s400/0058.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5155036045876698130" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaadQMcGGEHC6V4E9ktpUsacw6N4wnmzswiZ-Pc1yhfPvQ9A48fW-5oFUmdzQIHz45ubZ7Hz4DXTsjh8SvlvkjWDkt4h61fNe0_pNS7HSPRbvSg7VFWEC97-3IPivNOGxkSyLHesl0k3Bn/s1600-h/0041.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaadQMcGGEHC6V4E9ktpUsacw6N4wnmzswiZ-Pc1yhfPvQ9A48fW-5oFUmdzQIHz45ubZ7Hz4DXTsjh8SvlvkjWDkt4h61fNe0_pNS7HSPRbvSg7VFWEC97-3IPivNOGxkSyLHesl0k3Bn/s400/0041.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5155037957137144914" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBZbmZooF0CN9Px8IEXW6oJm0sTSepeRa93KmUwWQlKHqNWxOqka5UfyqR4KwicVmkW0Dq1vig7lj3TltATYtewin_EamvQoZ8LFsKuXvlkCQhiyqZ7EA4RulNFuzNoXFGoUcDwADoIofH/s1600-h/0077.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBZbmZooF0CN9Px8IEXW6oJm0sTSepeRa93KmUwWQlKHqNWxOqka5UfyqR4KwicVmkW0Dq1vig7lj3TltATYtewin_EamvQoZ8LFsKuXvlkCQhiyqZ7EA4RulNFuzNoXFGoUcDwADoIofH/s400/0077.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5155036045876698146" /></a><br /><br />Gretchen & David--you two are the best! Can't wait to meet the girls very soon!Victoria Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02220928322953699845noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-98719762854168464.post-57352002928350806052008-01-09T20:24:00.000-08:002008-11-13T07:01:33.358-08:00....is it Spring (Training) yet?Waiting for Spring<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh91OiVAR80xfPdFGZMPF-x0h8sWDEW5lTQSlPD_3c8HKMhQ_K3W90QdxhU2I6YZHTz-My_7UunlNrckw0cc25AXsSpPge-8b6vKl0e9wNn24yBq77-inrvq6LXXck3cJnwY8_midy-bZdS/s1600-h/waitingforspring.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh91OiVAR80xfPdFGZMPF-x0h8sWDEW5lTQSlPD_3c8HKMhQ_K3W90QdxhU2I6YZHTz-My_7UunlNrckw0cc25AXsSpPge-8b6vKl0e9wNn24yBq77-inrvq6LXXck3cJnwY8_midy-bZdS/s400/waitingforspring.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5153701255940447106" /></a><br /><br />Yes, I'm perfectly aware that it's still football season, and that the Seahawks vs. Green Bay should be uppermost in my mind. I'll watch the game, I promise. I'll even wear blue. And I'll knit while it's on...we've only ever lost one playoff game since I took up knitting during the games. I swear, I'll do my part.<br /><br />But....<br /><br />We're just 46 days from pitchers & catchers reporting to spring training in Peoria. And I find I can't stop checking all the baseball rumor sites to see what moves the Mariners make before then. I'm literally driving Steve nuts, muttering over my computer as I analyze each projected move & rant about not trading favorite players. It amuses the heck out of him that I can quote stats at him regarding righties vs. lefties at Safeco Field & that I'm following the pitching situation so closely. <br /><br />Of course, he's the one buying Mariner ornaments for the Christmas tree, and reminding me that <a href="http://seattle.mariners.mlb.com/sea/community/fanfest.jsp?affiliateID=2007hp_clubpromo_sea_fanfest&partnerId=2007hp_clubpromo_sea_fanfest">Fan Fest </a>is on the 26th & 27th of this month--which day would I prefer to go?<br /><br />My husband loves me so much, he even bought me Mariners socks this year. (see guys, sometimes socks DO make a good gift!)<br /><br />So here's to my beloved team....and to the promise of sunny days at the ballpark, hot dogs & garlic fries, and maybe, just maybe, a playoff game or two?<br /><br /><em>Postscript: Right after I finished this post, the same "beloved" husband came up with an anagram of "Seattle Mariners"--"insert real team"--and promptly announced that no amount of trades would accomplish that. I'm not sure I'm still speaking to him....</em>Victoria Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02220928322953699845noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-98719762854168464.post-69785500446286546092008-01-09T20:12:00.000-08:002008-01-09T20:38:28.197-08:00Happy New Year!I hope your holidays were fabulous & you got everything you wished for this season!<br /><br />It's the time of year where everyone takes a hard look at themselves & how they do things...resolving to do better. By now--the 9th--a lot of resolutions have already gone by the wayside!<br /><br />In my case, I'm actually about to start on my first resolution with this post, and I'm counting on all of you to help me keep it. I've been told repeatedly over the last month or so by a number of friends, fellow photographers, and clients that they count on this blog to help keep track of what's going on not only in my business, but in my life. Needless to say, the frequency of posting hasn't kept up as of late, and I'm in big trouble because of it.<br /><br />All I can say is, it's nice to feel loved. :)<br /><br />The second half of the issue is actually just personal. When you convert from a hobby you love to a practicing profession, you tend to lose sight of why you enjoyed the hobby in the first place. In my case, the cameras really haven't been coming out unless I'm shooting for clients, and I find that I miss just shooting for me. <br /><br />So here's my resolution--I pledge to post much more frequently than in the past, with a goal of at least twice a week. And to work on the second issue, I'll be posting more photos at random, setting myself photo assignments on occasion, and taking the camera along on some of the weird & wonderful happenings in my life that have nothing at all to do with weddings and portraits.<br /><br />Love the idea? Hate it? Topics ranging from life, the universe, and everything that you think I should blog about? Drop me a line through comments & let me know!Victoria Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02220928322953699845noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-98719762854168464.post-70168920683526582482007-12-10T17:56:00.000-08:002008-01-09T20:38:28.197-08:00Life's "little" interruptions....My apologies to those of you who have tried to reach us over the last few weeks. We've been dealing with a medical emergency in the family & have not been as available as usual. I'm plowing through mail and voice mail this week as things stabilize, and hope we'll be back to normal fairly soon!<br /><br />If you need something urgently, please call rather than email. I'll get the message & get someone in contact with you as soon as possible.<br /><br />Thanks for your patience during this difficult time for our family. It's times like these that make the honor of attending your weddings that much more special in my heart--they're reminders of my own, and the joy we share in coming together with our families & friends for happy occasions. Be sure to hug your loved ones, often!<br /><br />--VictoriaVictoria Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02220928322953699845noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-98719762854168464.post-84456691594680144262007-11-24T11:29:00.000-08:002007-11-24T12:28:04.414-08:00Leftover Thanksgiving MusingsIt's the middle of the night on your once in a lifetime vacation. You awaken to the most horrendous noise, the loud clanging of the lifeboat alarm. Crew are pounding on doors, evacuating the ship. Adrenaline surges through your veins at an incredible rate. You have mere seconds to grab & go. What do you take? Do you even know where it is? Passport, wallet, a few more layers of clothing as a shield against the incredible cold? <br /><br />Two weeks ago, I was talking with a coworker about his upcoming vacation plans. A year ago, he booked a trip he'd wanted to go on for years, a cruise to Antarctica. As someone lucky enough to document life-changing events for others, of course the first thing I'm thinking of is photography, so we talked cameras...including backup plans for images when the cold kills your point & shoot. We talked about trying to pack for such a trip, how difficult it is to have enough layers and still pack light. And about trips like these, a once in a lifetime event, so unusual & sought after that you have to book them a year or more in advance.<br /><br />Then the news yesterday. The boat that my coworker was on is now <a href="http://news.google.com/news?hl=en&ned=us&ie=UTF-8&scoring=n&q=antarctica+cruise+">underwater</a> off the Antarctic coast. Thankfully, everyone on board is safe & sound. I'm sure he'll have one hell of a story to share when he returns. And I have to wonder what he managed to save when the lifeboat alarm rang. I have to admit, I know I'd be thinking, <em>Where are my memory cards???? Where's my camera????</em><br /><br />I'm grateful this holiday for my coworker's safety, and hope for his sake he was able to bring more than just memories back from his adventure. And tempting though it is, I promise we won't decorate his office with a Titanic theme for his return. I'm thinking something tropical might be a bit more tasteful. :)<br /><br /><br /><br /><em> Postscript: if you have the chance to visit the <a href=" http://www.titanictix.com/">Titanic exhibit</a>, by all means go. I went when it was here in Seattle a few years ago. It's an incredibly powerful, emotionally wrenching display, and it's well worth attending.</em>Victoria Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02220928322953699845noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-98719762854168464.post-67212972153179788222007-11-23T13:27:00.001-08:002008-11-13T07:01:33.965-08:00Business update--new lab, proofing options, and packaging!Just a couple of recent changes I wanted to let you know about:<br /><br />First off, as some of you know, we've moved our gallery hosting and lab work to Pictage in the last month. This will make it MUCH easier for you & your event guests to order pictures quickly and efficiently, without having to contact me first! When your event is posted, Pictage will send you mail letting you know that your gallery is ready. Be sure to release your gallery to your family & friends so they can enjoy your pictures too!<br /><br />Using Pictage will not change our guarantee in any way, shape, or form. All prints ordered through our site or included as part of your print credit are 100% guaranteed for quality--please contact me IMMEDIATELY if there are any issues, and I will get them resolved.<br /><br />Second, we've changed our CD/DVD packaging! I'm very excited to show you our lovely new cases. Each case will be customized for your portrait session or wedding--designs may vary, but each will feature 3 or more pictures from your event: One each for the cover & back, and 1 or more inside.<br /><br />The case below is shown both closed and open, and is lying on our new sloppy bordered proof prints--those of you who have proofs included in your packages are getting a sneak peek at how those look as well! Click on the images below to get a closer look.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivUn3HMlo5qbbnXS1rWNG8Pv-IBsdS3g7Zzi4r2uZ7oQtyqrMRfMQyT7T8j7jZx3NmCPSZXz3yra5r6OkHsOVtzfJOC1sLX6bEhFLGT8Ok9KhBETieTlDL3SxB_RPlUjtgVz2_kkBRP7Qi/s1600-h/packaging-1526.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivUn3HMlo5qbbnXS1rWNG8Pv-IBsdS3g7Zzi4r2uZ7oQtyqrMRfMQyT7T8j7jZx3NmCPSZXz3yra5r6OkHsOVtzfJOC1sLX6bEhFLGT8Ok9KhBETieTlDL3SxB_RPlUjtgVz2_kkBRP7Qi/s320/packaging-1526.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5136153311933885474" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixcOuh9UYjDO0PT31m8s9ZSDti-v7tyCV5cij21wOU4IKzhqM7morrAXW8DzN5CBOCcIPhOADPprVp4yswUFiDb-zUl0CtrjTk0G81806rKRW7vDfnNCwvAawhf0Pt0nIOgzS_x4w1sSer/s1600-h/packaging-1527.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixcOuh9UYjDO0PT31m8s9ZSDti-v7tyCV5cij21wOU4IKzhqM7morrAXW8DzN5CBOCcIPhOADPprVp4yswUFiDb-zUl0CtrjTk0G81806rKRW7vDfnNCwvAawhf0Pt0nIOgzS_x4w1sSer/s320/packaging-1527.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5136153316228852786" /></a><br /><br />We're pleased with these improvements to how we do business--but as always, your feedback is welcome!Victoria Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02220928322953699845noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-98719762854168464.post-19353738669459656682007-11-10T19:52:00.000-08:002008-11-13T07:01:35.477-08:0011/5/2007 - John & Amy's Wedding, Seymour ConservatoryMost people would wonder about the idea of a Monday wedding, but when a particular day is special to you, you'll do whatever it takes to hold your wedding on that day. <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2nHgO1L0W6uIXHQ5nI_SlWJEKWE7PBNgDvz5BXCRp8qn9ozFr1HxWC8Ik0kOIkBTTOnfkdmtH1O20b8yWEnGcmy_gnqEougKpaNDUhbyrBcbi6X9KOtNi7qMHO2VXfZefQlcmmpqy8IT8/s1600-h/1105Bruce-67.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2nHgO1L0W6uIXHQ5nI_SlWJEKWE7PBNgDvz5BXCRp8qn9ozFr1HxWC8Ik0kOIkBTTOnfkdmtH1O20b8yWEnGcmy_gnqEougKpaNDUhbyrBcbi6X9KOtNi7qMHO2VXfZefQlcmmpqy8IT8/s320/1105Bruce-67.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5131423201416449906" /></a><br /><br />For John & Amy, who met online while gaming seven years ago, being married on this special Monday was so important, they even put up with having to make special arrangments for their venue on a day it was normally closed, wrestling with finding vendors who usually take Monday off, having the restaurant for their planned brunch suddenly close its doors....I'm sure they thought at times this would never come together. Instead, everything went perfectly, and Seattle produced a gloriously sunny day--something very very rare in November!<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKMh7A-Zw6j0gjO-7dkfkDFT6Dz5NrWkp-fkc5b-cDnOJlljcHRvG9B7Nquttc7z6eOtggXe39BoS3B0eFV6cgAeHw4Kl4zCp19jFmVO-rWAbh903EOvkgv7Pk5SIOYFKpf5wnkbOgBknN/s1600-h/1105Bruce-88.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKMh7A-Zw6j0gjO-7dkfkDFT6Dz5NrWkp-fkc5b-cDnOJlljcHRvG9B7Nquttc7z6eOtggXe39BoS3B0eFV6cgAeHw4Kl4zCp19jFmVO-rWAbh903EOvkgv7Pk5SIOYFKpf5wnkbOgBknN/s320/1105Bruce-88.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5131423205711417218" /></a><br />This was a wonderful joining of two souls who fell in love before they ever met "in person"--and that love showed through in every interaction they shared. Their families are some of the sweetest I've met this year, and both sides were clearly very happy to help make this day even more special for the bride & groom.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Make sure you check out their slideshow here to get a feel for their day! It takes a bit to load (don't try it on dialup!), but it's worth it. :)<br /><br /><div><iframe style="border: medium none ; background-color:FFFFFF;" src="http://slideshows.vlynnephotography.com/john&amy/iframe.html" title="Showit Web Slideshow" frameborder="0" height="420" width="600" scrolling="no"></iframe></div><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJqj-2KOLujdjG6tlCnc5-XusgI4CWITuekU51MEtA6vaMwg2cfJGZWo-isqqUIKEaSrKTDOZyCIDE7_vfw7-d_RJNHA5w6oKOPUn7z1s04kJgth3MvffSMLfTF7HIVT_LgK-ymJvfxBZe/s1600-h/1105Bruce-17.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJqj-2KOLujdjG6tlCnc5-XusgI4CWITuekU51MEtA6vaMwg2cfJGZWo-isqqUIKEaSrKTDOZyCIDE7_vfw7-d_RJNHA5w6oKOPUn7z1s04kJgth3MvffSMLfTF7HIVT_LgK-ymJvfxBZe/s320/1105Bruce-17.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5131421380350316306" /></a><br />The wonderful <a href="http://www.salonmaison.net/">Salon Maison </a>provided hair & makeup to the women of Amy's family. I've said it before & I'll say it again, they are hands down my favorite vendor! I've never seen a bride of theirs who wasn't absolutely stunning when they were done.<br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgStPIT1_072KSQ1zD_-pTtvKGUanfdS5m36ERoiytVDxtX0K5jtnqPORoX_vkOyWRPoXf2sWtAojm4rACMMAOnxG9k4O45EZYQI2B-aYBxUuawOy171feK5NKPWx6dYPw9j8Z54Xdb-zI8/s1600-h/1105Bruce-5.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgStPIT1_072KSQ1zD_-pTtvKGUanfdS5m36ERoiytVDxtX0K5jtnqPORoX_vkOyWRPoXf2sWtAojm4rACMMAOnxG9k4O45EZYQI2B-aYBxUuawOy171feK5NKPWx6dYPw9j8Z54Xdb-zI8/s320/1105Bruce-5.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5131421071112670978" /></a><br />Amy's mother actually made her dress and matching cape. As someone who cannot sew, I was completely in awe!<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzehA2yz7LSo5yznaMXQXf_EBrsq9cw2xcpFndhOxU3Q-lNxSep2XYlWTQiPxJkJqAFkO9IoMSjt-1Ft4QJO_myd7Oq865Frf337K81laj1Rvg4OZVKa8iIDaT_Ezq7KZR3s0dvZ3ucBAE/s1600-h/1105Bruce-71.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzehA2yz7LSo5yznaMXQXf_EBrsq9cw2xcpFndhOxU3Q-lNxSep2XYlWTQiPxJkJqAFkO9IoMSjt-1Ft4QJO_myd7Oq865Frf337K81laj1Rvg4OZVKa8iIDaT_Ezq7KZR3s0dvZ3ucBAE/s320/1105Bruce-71.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5131421711062798114" /></a><br />The <a href="http://www.metroparkstacoma.org/page.php?id=195">Seymour Conservatory </a>is a gorgeous venue....I'm sorry to say I've lived here thirteen years & had no idea it existed. I love the things I learn in this business!<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi48k5UchInEzNOuFk3vFUCeo17smSYk6rd0nUZIahYZ4l19XLcuJNBGJgrLiZr2M1hzXj5-pX0SsKIQgY5dj_ai8uYwqsfhsWp4Ktd591B1EwceAtWlZGWDb1KEmvu-6ZjyEdVmt-CqaKo/s1600-h/1105Bruce-145.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi48k5UchInEzNOuFk3vFUCeo17smSYk6rd0nUZIahYZ4l19XLcuJNBGJgrLiZr2M1hzXj5-pX0SsKIQgY5dj_ai8uYwqsfhsWp4Ktd591B1EwceAtWlZGWDb1KEmvu-6ZjyEdVmt-CqaKo/s320/1105Bruce-145.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5131422256523644738" /></a>John's aunt was their celebrant, and conducted a beautiful ceremony. It's always great to have someone close to the couple officiate, I think it makes the event even more meaningful!<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEho5-vWKfiDYggilS6JTawFzHkUU8hbvxa5qp8jpvFEfrkVeqR4siqRNVmYuHp76_msna_g5CJYCptrJOqbOMVqsxJOy8LgVIseldkZDzHYGrLa6vKJhfdLznZy6JVFEdjY3iXxJP3Tuwgn/s1600-h/1105Bruce-139.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEho5-vWKfiDYggilS6JTawFzHkUU8hbvxa5qp8jpvFEfrkVeqR4siqRNVmYuHp76_msna_g5CJYCptrJOqbOMVqsxJOy8LgVIseldkZDzHYGrLa6vKJhfdLznZy6JVFEdjY3iXxJP3Tuwgn/s320/1105Bruce-139.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5131422252228677426" /></a>Amy's cousin is an incredible singer. Let me tell you, I was grateful at this point for autofocus, as I teared up along with everyone else. Oh, and she took credit for bringing the amazing weather with her (and her family) all the way from Tucson. So I'm grateful to her for that too. ;)<br /><br /><br />The toasts were some of the most touching I've witnessed, and the cake was simply beautiful. But you'll have to check out the slideshow to see those! <br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />John & Amy--thanks again for letting me share in your day, and enjoy your time in Vegas!!!!Victoria Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02220928322953699845noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-98719762854168464.post-73320801872791130282007-11-07T20:30:00.000-08:002008-11-13T07:01:35.786-08:0011/5 -- John & Amy's Preview....<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigXQ8j7S5LBJRohKIpcVMP8zaXn66ge9uibP2aeF-YsKoDlWyu5D52haJgSpggtszFDe__5EZ6sHazf7MQ_Xpcxi7n6xjMPmjSTj0zseQD0nhxj7PKGcaTfuPbVWa0mIg8ZH45BtADbRaI/s1600-h/1105Bruce-92.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigXQ8j7S5LBJRohKIpcVMP8zaXn66ge9uibP2aeF-YsKoDlWyu5D52haJgSpggtszFDe__5EZ6sHazf7MQ_Xpcxi7n6xjMPmjSTj0zseQD0nhxj7PKGcaTfuPbVWa0mIg8ZH45BtADbRaI/s320/1105Bruce-92.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5130326404208004850" /></a><br />I promised a sneak peek to John & Amy, but there are so many to choose from that I'm having trouble making up my mind! <br /><br />So here's just one, and y'all will have to come back and visit before the end of the week. I promise I'll have the full post & slideshow ready to go! :)<br /><br />I think this shot really sums up just how in love these two are.....Victoria Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02220928322953699845noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-98719762854168464.post-38226120748617495982007-10-14T16:07:00.000-07:002008-11-13T07:01:36.927-08:00Marta & Tom at the Sculpture Park, downtown SeattleYesterday was one of those rare sunny, warm fall days in the Puget Sound area. They've been especially unusual lately, with 10 more inches of rain than usual this year. Marta & I have been emailing every few days with weather reports, planning a spectacular engagement session for her & her fiance Tom. And FINALLY, the weather cooperated in the most amazing fashion! These two are so cute & so much fun together.<br /><br />Marta & Tom--Steve & I really enjoyed working with you, and we can't wait for your wedding in July!<br /><br />Limiting favorites from their session was tough, so I've included a slideshow you won't want to miss! As always, click on a photo to see the larger version.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEii84IymYGVDZ3Ey8D5aiHq3DJ5i5ywXsgIRYwiEG_V5Hcn-sob5D_k8KniAchegnBjQTbbW0lyrWrg_1wIDKVwCsbBLfTeA130GVzMbO2YE2MeH3wFvJWXVnPSLalrmh3X099SMjGkPTJm/s1600-h/IMG_0582.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEii84IymYGVDZ3Ey8D5aiHq3DJ5i5ywXsgIRYwiEG_V5Hcn-sob5D_k8KniAchegnBjQTbbW0lyrWrg_1wIDKVwCsbBLfTeA130GVzMbO2YE2MeH3wFvJWXVnPSLalrmh3X099SMjGkPTJm/s320/IMG_0582.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5121338026966524626" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0OS-ynr9FdmsaaOoGZjHANSedW6zEsbHW7PA2Sp8yj_DZ79T18SJZF8DeruWc1N-PTDnUlkyMNtNz0W08SC2fyAA7RINnzKo5TPaZFu8PMFOeX5_iCemu6xraCoqpiNYSNSaeWP5b1vcf/s1600-h/IMG_0687.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0OS-ynr9FdmsaaOoGZjHANSedW6zEsbHW7PA2Sp8yj_DZ79T18SJZF8DeruWc1N-PTDnUlkyMNtNz0W08SC2fyAA7RINnzKo5TPaZFu8PMFOeX5_iCemu6xraCoqpiNYSNSaeWP5b1vcf/s320/IMG_0687.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5121338035556459234" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuwsjDOEAjaIF1qvLYgR0OhwLZkCbucCzDHvnNmhwUnvmIQT8hZrgWWs1DY1ABTegg08D44mLd1RuB-BXa1DFsJ9vGezbnRTw9nqHyA5kmbFxGSF4g3Sqo95MCkjLAuWkfhyphenhyphen2EEoyHvhsU/s1600-h/IMG_0704.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuwsjDOEAjaIF1qvLYgR0OhwLZkCbucCzDHvnNmhwUnvmIQT8hZrgWWs1DY1ABTegg08D44mLd1RuB-BXa1DFsJ9vGezbnRTw9nqHyA5kmbFxGSF4g3Sqo95MCkjLAuWkfhyphenhyphen2EEoyHvhsU/s320/IMG_0704.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5121338057031295730" /></a><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcHO8ekOojhjnVHThxfQAZ57L9k1oqc8sGjK3uxJDdYXxWMAKNiaslSjnq28N_7zJmR23pyVL-mTDxkIlM31NJlcvdzT0CxdxgQV8g8Q6dUgo4R_ts3MF0aLmsnq-diBBj9JhNUp_bFYwM/s1600-h/IMG_0715.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcHO8ekOojhjnVHThxfQAZ57L9k1oqc8sGjK3uxJDdYXxWMAKNiaslSjnq28N_7zJmR23pyVL-mTDxkIlM31NJlcvdzT0CxdxgQV8g8Q6dUgo4R_ts3MF0aLmsnq-diBBj9JhNUp_bFYwM/s320/IMG_0715.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5121338065621230338" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDOd7cGMtYF9XuK6EE-jVoyawUl7Du6NWEk17rA7cd-1jW5ZX86ypKKysbURlR6o2HWrwlLtzaWAfS5JxPxQgEU8snWMm81eZr1nUPwJFR4F4nm6yD6S3h7SGOx20t7eTxUN6PSqGtHnlh/s1600-h/IMG_0794.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDOd7cGMtYF9XuK6EE-jVoyawUl7Du6NWEk17rA7cd-1jW5ZX86ypKKysbURlR6o2HWrwlLtzaWAfS5JxPxQgEU8snWMm81eZr1nUPwJFR4F4nm6yD6S3h7SGOx20t7eTxUN6PSqGtHnlh/s320/IMG_0794.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5121338091391034130" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><div><iframe style="border: medium none ; background-color:FFFFFF;" src="http://slideshows.vlynnephotography.com/marta&tom/iframe.html" title="Showit Web Slideshow" frameborder="0" height="420" width="600" scrolling="no"></iframe></div>Victoria Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02220928322953699845noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-98719762854168464.post-2066205247704613502007-09-05T17:16:00.000-07:002007-11-11T16:57:41.218-08:00I'm "IT"! Eight things about VictoriaIf you spend any time at all on blogs, you'll find there's quite a few people playing "tag" right now, and the fabulous Katherine of <a href="http://www.katherinetolentino.blogspot.com/">Katherine Tolentino Photography</a> just got me! The object of the game is to write up 8 things that other people don't know about you, and then "tag" other people. So here are mine.....<br /><br />1. In the span of 2 years, I worked for Godiva Chocolatier, a mall photo studio, a down & feather bedding manufacturer, a business telephony contractor, and a diaper manufacturer. My view of the business world has been a bit skewed since then! I never thought I'd stay in a job longer than 2 years, but have been in the current one for over 7.<br />2. I flunked sewing in junior high school. Twice. <br />3. I'm a compulsive, native speed reader. I taught myself to read at age two & simply, literally, cannot stop. I'd rather read than do just about anything at all! Last night, I came home with six books from Barnes & Noble--three of them were finished by two AM this morning....of course, this just feeds my insomnia....<br />4. I stalk Ebay regularly for a pair of Swarovski crystal encrusted Stuart Weitzman heels I saw as a teenager. Someday they will be mine.<br />5. I've never broken a bone or spent a night in the hospital.<br />6. I've also never seen ET. Or virtually any other movie that characterizes my generation. I saw Star Wars for the first time about 10 years ago & still don't understand what the fuss is all about! On the other hand, I can watch Men in Black, Pirates of the Caribbean, Labyrinth, and A Fish Called Wanda over and over and over....<br />7. Nail polish doesn't stick to my nails for longer than about 30 minutes.<br />8. Every time I spend a Seahawks game knitting, we win the game. It even worked for the Colts last year. Unfortunately the phenomenon doesn't seem to work for the Mariners. :(<br /><br />OK--here's my tags--y'all are IT & I want to see what you come up with!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.laurelmcconnell.com/blog/">Laurel McConnell (of course)</a><br /><a href="http://www.luckyredhen.net/">Shannon, our newly relocated Lucky Red Hen, who I definitely want to know more about!</a><br /><a href="http://www.geraldpope.blogspot.com/">Gerald & Airika Pope, one of the first local photographers to welcome me into the business</a><br /><a href="http://www.kacyphoto.com/blog">Kacy Cierley, who has the most darling new blog format!</a><br /><a href="http://www.billcawley.com/Blog/">Bill Cawley, whose photography always challenges me to new heights</a><br /><a href="http://aueysantos.wordpress.com/">Auey Santos of Photograffiti, whose blog made me miss my Bay Area hometown :(</a>Victoria Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02220928322953699845noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-98719762854168464.post-71886237505054083622007-09-03T17:36:00.000-07:002008-11-13T07:01:38.639-08:00Dresden & Rob--Second shooting with Laurel McConnell!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEOAfegNpslXuqu0JcPIWgfDRXmYNc29SKSIQ_tQnRW5YDsoGiX5ak_yzLWvqKovDAeaXfGEYdZiN0340wROtytdK1Sct-fafdz-NEOS2ovTVq8EUD1KceedoUXQEq8EJaRSFomNQ_nRBE/s1600-h/_MG_0443.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:5px auto 20px; cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEOAfegNpslXuqu0JcPIWgfDRXmYNc29SKSIQ_tQnRW5YDsoGiX5ak_yzLWvqKovDAeaXfGEYdZiN0340wROtytdK1Sct-fafdz-NEOS2ovTVq8EUD1KceedoUXQEq8EJaRSFomNQ_nRBE/s320/_MG_0443.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5106144713496978434" /></a><br />On September 1st, I had the pleasure of second shooting with the fabulous <a href="http://www.mcconnellphoto.com">Laurel McConnell</a>! Laurel has been documenting weddings for seven years now, and any chance I get to hang out with her is always both a blast & a learning experience. Lucky me, this was the first of back to back weekends shooting for Laurel's studio. :)<br /><br><br><br><br><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkcnDNkuKkibv4ivzjxhJCQ2pr9HOSjHUwbhAGb6MlNkiDaBcyXturXNRk81mlwLrsKVXkW8g82hQMntHbB3L605IsT8UCkgyZTigcZYpxcv7BMGECiUiuMlphvESNrFFMoFCILlvywax3/s1600-h/_MG_0458.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkcnDNkuKkibv4ivzjxhJCQ2pr9HOSjHUwbhAGb6MlNkiDaBcyXturXNRk81mlwLrsKVXkW8g82hQMntHbB3L605IsT8UCkgyZTigcZYpxcv7BMGECiUiuMlphvESNrFFMoFCILlvywax3/s320/_MG_0458.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5106144717791945762" /></a><br />This week's couple, Dresden & Rob, are a wonderful couple from the South, whose wedding was held on private property on Whidbey Island. The views were spectacular, the families were the friendliest & most gracious I've met yet, and the site was amazingly diverse--tons of cute little "cabins", gorgeous antiques, and fun activities such as an oversized chess set! <br /><br />Just a few favorites:<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUJC9DMVJcvUW9iSbbM77wcQBiZzkbs3YPG8KTfq7f-DYeVqflB_vjQLhhY1VDX31GWGvFxxensffUIHnhaM2hbYQwRLmLYPp3bvI0Jw5tCk_9n3CwSrqrA0a02Jp5UsczNje8XnfpMIH5/s1600-h/_MG_8357.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUJC9DMVJcvUW9iSbbM77wcQBiZzkbs3YPG8KTfq7f-DYeVqflB_vjQLhhY1VDX31GWGvFxxensffUIHnhaM2hbYQwRLmLYPp3bvI0Jw5tCk_9n3CwSrqrA0a02Jp5UsczNje8XnfpMIH5/s320/_MG_8357.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5106145331972269122" /></a><br /><br /><br />Rob's son Jules wasn't always happy about having to be dressed up--in fact, the shoes were off in about a minute flat, and the dress pants were swapped with jeans the minute the formals ended! It was awesome to see him interact with his dad though, and he was so darling when Dad coaxed out a smile. <br><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWGkXGtxlYH6bwCGVXbdfiMzcBezi1kf0SBp9a8SeZsC6LHFRPJCNtCmxLWEI5UGSFAiuuQEbrR7nb6mDbONk1dnywXSpdt92u18mpUOfSExFsbtaybTY802yLLQWF2ZZF0YFJE5IkVZQu/s1600-h/_MG_8404.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWGkXGtxlYH6bwCGVXbdfiMzcBezi1kf0SBp9a8SeZsC6LHFRPJCNtCmxLWEI5UGSFAiuuQEbrR7nb6mDbONk1dnywXSpdt92u18mpUOfSExFsbtaybTY802yLLQWF2ZZF0YFJE5IkVZQu/s320/_MG_8404.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5106145331972269138" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi73QhgwcPIUvUOlHbesj0IUza02dGFSxppx5epA89X0L-uELnywf1Su13kj8Jf18Ycsg0HBa8BnDlcHZyfCLfKoEOqCj9CZoU5B_1Ukx6ru5Clpca9IJ3Kn4M6yMXHnNvKSGiv63Rug1Ib/s1600-h/_MG_0379.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi73QhgwcPIUvUOlHbesj0IUza02dGFSxppx5epA89X0L-uELnywf1Su13kj8Jf18Ycsg0HBa8BnDlcHZyfCLfKoEOqCj9CZoU5B_1Ukx6ru5Clpca9IJ3Kn4M6yMXHnNvKSGiv63Rug1Ib/s320/_MG_0379.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5106144704907043826" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQoezcszV1dIlqdHXMWBxY5HZUtz2gs4Oi2o5TGMhZQqfyUEK_emNTBnB6S5QzliVqev5L0IA01_G9OpQOFxL0Dj3tO_L02GOt2nXVu4R4Vb2v-TxStcxnUdKTx7dj-Nc2spJLKz99olVf/s1600-h/_MG_0450.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQoezcszV1dIlqdHXMWBxY5HZUtz2gs4Oi2o5TGMhZQqfyUEK_emNTBnB6S5QzliVqev5L0IA01_G9OpQOFxL0Dj3tO_L02GOt2nXVu4R4Vb2v-TxStcxnUdKTx7dj-Nc2spJLKz99olVf/s320/_MG_0450.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5106144717791945746" /></a><br />My favorite quote of the day came from Dresden as we were setting up a shot. <br />Dresden: "Honey, you said I wouldn't feel any different, and you were wrong." <br />From Rob: "How do you feel?" <br />Dresden: "Better! Happier!"<br /><br />That's how every bride should feel. And these two showed it in every interaction. There's just nothing I love to see more than a couple truly in love.<br /><br />Their getaway was in a gorgeous old Packard convertable!<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsgNQnpa45Akzx0Bk9Mx3FTjTjXeeb2NyU11Z0sTXqMIlLltF_OmnImBqZ7jt8X-qO1ZmMWWp4QORZnF_7zqK9sKNkhW8MyAHTGidV4_Ee-b7R74pENooDIrtjYCKpNCzD-G5li0zDh7mw/s1600-h/_MG_0579.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsgNQnpa45Akzx0Bk9Mx3FTjTjXeeb2NyU11Z0sTXqMIlLltF_OmnImBqZ7jt8X-qO1ZmMWWp4QORZnF_7zqK9sKNkhW8MyAHTGidV4_Ee-b7R74pENooDIrtjYCKpNCzD-G5li0zDh7mw/s320/_MG_0579.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5106144722086913074" /></a><br /><br />As always, many many thanks to Laurel for allowing me to tag along! Make sure you check out her blog--her photos of this day were SPECTACULAR (I know, I put together the slideshow & had the worst time narrowing down all the choices.) I'll edit this post with a direct link once she has it posted to her own.<br /><br />And extra special thanks to my own husband, for allowing me to spend our anniversary shooting this wedding. As Dresden said, "Well, bless his little baby heart for letting you come spend today with us!"Victoria Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02220928322953699845noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-98719762854168464.post-36055726757103781752007-08-12T13:19:00.000-07:002008-11-13T07:01:43.250-08:00Natasha & Robert at Jardin Del Sol -- 8/10/2007We had the honor of photographing Natasha & Robert's wedding at the marvelous Jardin del Sol in Snohomish on Friday! They are such a wonderful couple, so very in love, and their wedding had so many unique accents--<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8Mz8iZyR4z9ZhvAJKtuR9vQuzyVa-r7zcXAuejwUkmOW0PF_uEII5k9B2Dt9NEyVewo2c5miMcd0_UOsXXpAz9drWcVOf0OKO1zQ4JEp9PFosoQWndjXk_IMTbm0ynoZTwuI9EDLhpJS4/s1600-h/104-Gormley-132.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8Mz8iZyR4z9ZhvAJKtuR9vQuzyVa-r7zcXAuejwUkmOW0PF_uEII5k9B2Dt9NEyVewo2c5miMcd0_UOsXXpAz9drWcVOf0OKO1zQ4JEp9PFosoQWndjXk_IMTbm0ynoZTwuI9EDLhpJS4/s320/104-Gormley-132.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5098064864610684594" /></a><br />from Natasha's amazing custom-made red dress to Robert's full Scottish regalia reflecting his heritage. <br /><br />Natasha & Robert--we had so much fun with you both! Thank you again for allowing us to participate in your special day. Steve & I wish you great joy in your lives together!<br /><br /><br />Ceremony Location: <a href="http://www.thejardindelsol.com/">Jardin Del Sol</a><br />Celebrant: <a href="http://www.unityofkent.org/weddings.html">Shirley Peoples, Unity Church of Kent</a><br />Dress: <a href="http://www.onewildeknight.com/">One Wilde Knight</a> (Not entirely work safe, he makes corsets for things other than weddings as well. But he definitely makes a stunning wedding dress!)<br />Catering: <a href="http://www.twelvebasketscatering.com/">Twelve Baskets Catering</a><br />Cake: <a href="http://www.mikesamazingcakes.com/">Mike's Amazing Cakes</a><br /><br />Note:<br />I had the WORST time deciding what to post; when I pulled my favorites, there were over <strong>40</strong> of them! Even after paring them down, this one's long--enjoy!!!!! Wedding pictures are now posted on the <a href="http://www.vlpics.com">main site </a>under client galleries. <br /><br />Click on the images below to see the larger size.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhksiLPhQvUbFLZKLyVdX5BVsW5eJiGR9E32Dv6QsPZQBL7xdoaiOAVUDgyhTC9A46b-MPQsutL7zZulVjfdBiFDAZGBM0LpFRMcTXvWy1_CKJukAiRWiyt8_S9iVk7iS0d0abVPC-wywa_/s1600-h/104-signature-002.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhksiLPhQvUbFLZKLyVdX5BVsW5eJiGR9E32Dv6QsPZQBL7xdoaiOAVUDgyhTC9A46b-MPQsutL7zZulVjfdBiFDAZGBM0LpFRMcTXvWy1_CKJukAiRWiyt8_S9iVk7iS0d0abVPC-wywa_/s320/104-signature-002.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5097924011158211762" /></a><br /><br />The dress was a gorgeous custom made corseted ball gown from One Wilde Knight. It was simply incredible--just look at that fabric!<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCQtVdWlSGrqZOvgCN79tpxYmPQwkJOJiTEt5YE8sz0KFA3A4LwAQMIbBRn4NQZ7RALHtb59UE0NjI7Oir07IEv29ZJgDu4J_HKcKmJYtgBnnKIxtSbzSyTaaiAemEGmIf8QQRSZw7kE_i/s1600-h/104-Gormley-010.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCQtVdWlSGrqZOvgCN79tpxYmPQwkJOJiTEt5YE8sz0KFA3A4LwAQMIbBRn4NQZ7RALHtb59UE0NjI7Oir07IEv29ZJgDu4J_HKcKmJYtgBnnKIxtSbzSyTaaiAemEGmIf8QQRSZw7kE_i/s320/104-Gormley-010.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5097930518033665474" /></a><br /><br /><br />Isn't she stunning?????<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj99QVsSap0bWhoO1DZe8xh7BS_gvgxaejffZbsVRiXee3Rxk4bEckXTSLZwzszdCPw02jVdWFU1jsAmJx7oxi4jaKmP9td11iru2WCPwFxU47Ay63tiquX-enSaAj0pC4TV2gxGRKrsRHi/s1600-h/104-signature-edit-007.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj99QVsSap0bWhoO1DZe8xh7BS_gvgxaejffZbsVRiXee3Rxk4bEckXTSLZwzszdCPw02jVdWFU1jsAmJx7oxi4jaKmP9td11iru2WCPwFxU47Ay63tiquX-enSaAj0pC4TV2gxGRKrsRHi/s320/104-signature-edit-007.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5098063687789645458" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyAWVbSeHd7aVdXY5ACVyx5v9FczpkNd7C1h4a7Jv7rCGnEIySaCYQegJ_oH-YMrb3kjScE6frMafs8glDJ1p2yy1kuYXYtzKUP_Pj7KfXSUxitxqPlAX1VHMdb-Ekrb3qtHWQ2N37jqhY/s1600-h/104-signature-009.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyAWVbSeHd7aVdXY5ACVyx5v9FczpkNd7C1h4a7Jv7rCGnEIySaCYQegJ_oH-YMrb3kjScE6frMafs8glDJ1p2yy1kuYXYtzKUP_Pj7KfXSUxitxqPlAX1VHMdb-Ekrb3qtHWQ2N37jqhY/s320/104-signature-009.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5097924019748146386" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNrFRdVose79oAksio-F35TttjjxqXeeKy5aMZPSQzKYLRYuHTcjioPeQXF5c_sR8ei05Tznph3NZiF8g_Ct1gzzFygSEuWgl6XpgkINRg7Vjyhi5ThL0UOWA0d_9rquXKZ3cbFQjXwXZc/s1600-h/104-signature-040.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNrFRdVose79oAksio-F35TttjjxqXeeKy5aMZPSQzKYLRYuHTcjioPeQXF5c_sR8ei05Tznph3NZiF8g_Ct1gzzFygSEuWgl6XpgkINRg7Vjyhi5ThL0UOWA0d_9rquXKZ3cbFQjXwXZc/s320/104-signature-040.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5097925359777942962" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLA_ZdMDtLao5LEcA6QPKRdvBHoMo-GaYGutbYw-TX9qq28QZ5XACrjlytStjTa97gnGCdK0HmzAt35JYMy3UfS3qnK3oF3CrVs91KGtVknCqqKfS8TTpDz85TkvEDyIt7-PkgCw8s50zB/s1600-h/104-signature-011.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLA_ZdMDtLao5LEcA6QPKRdvBHoMo-GaYGutbYw-TX9qq28QZ5XACrjlytStjTa97gnGCdK0HmzAt35JYMy3UfS3qnK3oF3CrVs91KGtVknCqqKfS8TTpDz85TkvEDyIt7-PkgCw8s50zB/s320/104-signature-011.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5097924019748146402" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsLSxi9_HmcKOcXtZ4sowErvdd5QWBtQmFADmvUcZcX5zzFaR2IBHJovc4QS8j2b1FQAiYj4m_658Dd3YoHuqZpQhvRhqcWqagaZG8ZKrEz99D-sipc9y5utcHlkxTBFMLPOzLj3nYSgQ5/s1600-h/104-signature-013.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsLSxi9_HmcKOcXtZ4sowErvdd5QWBtQmFADmvUcZcX5zzFaR2IBHJovc4QS8j2b1FQAiYj4m_658Dd3YoHuqZpQhvRhqcWqagaZG8ZKrEz99D-sipc9y5utcHlkxTBFMLPOzLj3nYSgQ5/s320/104-signature-013.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5097924024043113714" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSbHt4MhsjY8TaDudzIqmowAxtW1VLtDGVI9ebIpJNOT1SY2SUxcC4IcAjoZ0igDMZq3oW8S6jnwxJBEaZt-6uuthSYbxf8RuzvNVfZr_L2QSnRJZeJHWhWlnhOCh11hrofhObykRmtCl3/s1600-h/104-signature-015.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSbHt4MhsjY8TaDudzIqmowAxtW1VLtDGVI9ebIpJNOT1SY2SUxcC4IcAjoZ0igDMZq3oW8S6jnwxJBEaZt-6uuthSYbxf8RuzvNVfZr_L2QSnRJZeJHWhWlnhOCh11hrofhObykRmtCl3/s320/104-signature-015.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5097924324690824450" /></a><br /><br />I love these two--two views of the same event. I was beyond the archway leading into the ceremony area as the couple exited--Steve was by the seating, watching from behind. Shirley was clearly so excited & happy for the couple she had just joined in marriage! And I love how they've only got eyes for each other. :)<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJkerJhqqGTKpdGcPMQ2jFsjDsjm0zIsg2OTst2W9-dFK7T2lXS3RvNbVduyHjCRdHxowUEnVr1TQj51rMUAyGyhDBpBeaRhPPRNhUPwvnifYBJ8I_eKy1rR_OPy6q_q0_L6Ge376pwWST/s1600-h/104-signature-017.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJkerJhqqGTKpdGcPMQ2jFsjDsjm0zIsg2OTst2W9-dFK7T2lXS3RvNbVduyHjCRdHxowUEnVr1TQj51rMUAyGyhDBpBeaRhPPRNhUPwvnifYBJ8I_eKy1rR_OPy6q_q0_L6Ge376pwWST/s320/104-signature-017.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5097924328985791762" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLzhKuG74HALE7DcJW7nN5oIzMf0xLearSsLAMl1SRihy7oKt7UNVWEy4IE585evLcdIjFulVihigOzm85_9YVVXpTqzQWiRSWj7Pi95PCeFNm7Rm57haSceaJo2LA9Ab8ei-P_dI4GGrL/s1600-h/104-signature-018.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; 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margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKm6u5nG7jN9i2eUYR_aGwPxW-hUahzGXAUCZg-m-aAzfjRDoGANWZ9ZqolAwF9epdeYCVeww0CdrE2wfUs_mQyzXsfSc90qhyphenhyphenyFzsRBxKjI2mxge9BbUrsoIaw7X1ey48d4CfvM1SPed6/s320/104-signature-edit-036.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5098063696379580066" /></a>Victoria Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02220928322953699845noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-98719762854168464.post-16414700765316789372007-08-01T20:26:00.000-07:002008-11-13T07:01:46.243-08:00Who ever knew there were so many Model A Fords still running?<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCrZLVCO4JgAyNy4dt2D_ZhYBaVQUZ3Z-6y6P6bjLGwnpfBl6JFRsY5ddlMnuovx8mIjRM4apipQdjCXYnZ8ZnNCOh_J1qgpER2ljEsO15coVZyRyYALvoVXX_C2C6vNHnpSg0C6wXFu7d/s1600-h/Pendleton-002.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCrZLVCO4JgAyNy4dt2D_ZhYBaVQUZ3Z-6y6P6bjLGwnpfBl6JFRsY5ddlMnuovx8mIjRM4apipQdjCXYnZ8ZnNCOh_J1qgpER2ljEsO15coVZyRyYALvoVXX_C2C6vNHnpSg0C6wXFu7d/s320/Pendleton-002.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5098032265808907826" /></a><br />We visited with my in-laws in Pendleton, Oregon over the weekend of July 28th. They were travelling with friends of theirs to a big gathering of Model A Fords that's held each year in a different part of the region. These cars range in condition from "Wow, that thing runs???" to "WOW--I'm not sure I'd let that beauty out on the road!" It was great seeing them again, and it was a lot of fun to see these amazing vehicles with their dedicated owners.<br /><br />As always, click on a photo to see the larger view.<br /><br />Reflections were the order of the day, and I got lots of practice with them....all that chrome!<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHecTXwnZx3Mq-cTDUdr7PnV4eBUNDUZh3kE82Yp389zgCZ5tszwx8Yzzfm93K0Tpx7TPOUXvVPE8q-vG1JiwL-2bVuWaPtbnUFEORzZffNTN5CQcKNMOkJt5z5cjT3Z0SyAf-YaVN-Ce9/s1600-h/Pendleton-003.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHecTXwnZx3Mq-cTDUdr7PnV4eBUNDUZh3kE82Yp389zgCZ5tszwx8Yzzfm93K0Tpx7TPOUXvVPE8q-vG1JiwL-2bVuWaPtbnUFEORzZffNTN5CQcKNMOkJt5z5cjT3Z0SyAf-YaVN-Ce9/s320/Pendleton-003.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5098031252196625906" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiL-f04jjl4orL4iWOPKmGh-Q0jKKPXdexIMTSJJa5bU4Ols9hl7E5L_To6Uz9_iOd2OuH5kIESeIXbtly1i6hl5j_WKfC8ntgyxL3mK0FMKb1QJQ33lNwWv9mGwAn4lOf6jRrtKrN5Fub/s1600-h/Pendleton-004edit.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiL-f04jjl4orL4iWOPKmGh-Q0jKKPXdexIMTSJJa5bU4Ols9hl7E5L_To6Uz9_iOd2OuH5kIESeIXbtly1i6hl5j_WKfC8ntgyxL3mK0FMKb1QJQ33lNwWv9mGwAn4lOf6jRrtKrN5Fub/s320/Pendleton-004edit.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5098031256491593218" /></a><br /><br /><br />We had lunch at the newly opened Hamley's Steakhouse. Hamley's is predominantly a leather working business with some AMAZING saddles being crafted there. The building is on the National Register of Historic Places & is just gorgeous. They were kind enough to allow me to shoot in there--I was a little surprised as so many times you're told no, either graciously or not so! This Tiffany lamp was in the entry; easily 4 feet across & absolutely stunning, I can't imagine the cost on one this spectacular.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhPOVa5zHVhU_6uFNUfxisVjlOs3EfMWLthoy4Y5xH1aOVH6ymDiIXG3V_WgU9eKzy9Dz-4rARYGExdrImMDGYXMC7p5mYVTtWzRPj055bnKfHC95bDzNSjmB2h_SImUNQ1RsxtdkoT17j/s1600-h/Pendleton-008.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhPOVa5zHVhU_6uFNUfxisVjlOs3EfMWLthoy4Y5xH1aOVH6ymDiIXG3V_WgU9eKzy9Dz-4rARYGExdrImMDGYXMC7p5mYVTtWzRPj055bnKfHC95bDzNSjmB2h_SImUNQ1RsxtdkoT17j/s320/Pendleton-008.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5098031668808453650" /></a><br /><br />And I took advantage of the location to get a portrait of my husband with his parents on this fabulous triple throne:<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWL08qPFm_gCOPXmTWJwT_7EHP0t-_Ejptcye2TjFyJdh2pyYxen_zawrud7lY9VPZHSI98syyrXyCAsLgRBHgP1uLc8afwv_aggnMDHlYrNegtycxKVNfHT_f0TgXdMsBicyFPAuoQGZR/s1600-h/Pendleton-006bw.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWL08qPFm_gCOPXmTWJwT_7EHP0t-_Ejptcye2TjFyJdh2pyYxen_zawrud7lY9VPZHSI98syyrXyCAsLgRBHgP1uLc8afwv_aggnMDHlYrNegtycxKVNfHT_f0TgXdMsBicyFPAuoQGZR/s320/Pendleton-006bw.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5098031668808453666" /></a><br /><br />Then it was back to the cars. These people feel about their vintage transportation the way all my fellow photographers feel about their gear, and it shows. Most of these cars were beautifully restored and incredibly cared for. <br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUdfdjfKau8_k9K371ecuus2xVgeHic_2vEI5HtiADNNGV7oQ4zBJbDKaEqrNq__5oXcNc8jpPm-_thpiXUPRyeFxiC3cIEGMP1hbrgfiAEsis-Q2lp3YGMU2lC3Yb9StEzW5BWQgx-KD9/s1600-h/Pendleton-009.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUdfdjfKau8_k9K371ecuus2xVgeHic_2vEI5HtiADNNGV7oQ4zBJbDKaEqrNq__5oXcNc8jpPm-_thpiXUPRyeFxiC3cIEGMP1hbrgfiAEsis-Q2lp3YGMU2lC3Yb9StEzW5BWQgx-KD9/s320/Pendleton-009.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5098033159162105410" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO4qdxMqI5laQuvMY_qQLlQLtGLGymaHK9vZaSdXDcNUKq2gQkOtu64IrTobiqrFNSvfSQNLIY4p4aXSlWj4unwPtYP2WB1rAStd0cax71xb0vXjt82TMoNCKM9GhR2y5CG__84z194bJy/s1600-h/Pendleton-010.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO4qdxMqI5laQuvMY_qQLlQLtGLGymaHK9vZaSdXDcNUKq2gQkOtu64IrTobiqrFNSvfSQNLIY4p4aXSlWj4unwPtYP2WB1rAStd0cax71xb0vXjt82TMoNCKM9GhR2y5CG__84z194bJy/s320/Pendleton-010.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5098033163457072722" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQMmvJ6ouEwSz8e1hiYzyonh9-gREv1IG5OAVMmfC7DV7N4DTaouqbrKDIVfIDvKag_PAwG6ofZ2akfzqflXs7nlBTyNY1cHx8Q7KSn1vT0Zx-yjtlGjrJq_9HAJFejvSBhcntvsGDyduF/s1600-h/Pendleton-011.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQMmvJ6ouEwSz8e1hiYzyonh9-gREv1IG5OAVMmfC7DV7N4DTaouqbrKDIVfIDvKag_PAwG6ofZ2akfzqflXs7nlBTyNY1cHx8Q7KSn1vT0Zx-yjtlGjrJq_9HAJFejvSBhcntvsGDyduF/s320/Pendleton-011.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5098033167752040034" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhxniAaLSAq684gA_HemVs5QyHjWvPohxII-X-YwXJgPsNZ3avAGlXRvUqT9wIe5hxpZDhw72Sv2c7UI-5W3hTPvB8dNDVGW5aOW9qlJ0asye7IiL67DefpgozOv4UHbD2-LZXPz4KJFD8/s1600-h/Pendleton-012.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhxniAaLSAq684gA_HemVs5QyHjWvPohxII-X-YwXJgPsNZ3avAGlXRvUqT9wIe5hxpZDhw72Sv2c7UI-5W3hTPvB8dNDVGW5aOW9qlJ0asye7IiL67DefpgozOv4UHbD2-LZXPz4KJFD8/s320/Pendleton-012.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5098033167752040050" /></a><br /><br />And my favorite "personalization"!<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjd0zXzS3TbyK2c6VnEakWdSk3vqfsOlfdLOtTEIwBteP09IGE1GG-jkhQuCjGtgr5mcjbJIUm6klDoTuyUDF6In33YSURVMUaZm4Arrd-oiNsGSsgTZ7SqOcD2pI8qQliqua3jsjDcMmQq/s1600-h/Pendleton-014edit.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjd0zXzS3TbyK2c6VnEakWdSk3vqfsOlfdLOtTEIwBteP09IGE1GG-jkhQuCjGtgr5mcjbJIUm6klDoTuyUDF6In33YSURVMUaZm4Arrd-oiNsGSsgTZ7SqOcD2pI8qQliqua3jsjDcMmQq/s320/Pendleton-014edit.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5098033172047007362" /></a>Victoria Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02220928322953699845noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-98719762854168464.post-5998677743434075482007-07-15T14:11:00.000-07:002008-11-13T07:01:46.790-08:00Meet Taj & AlmosOur local <a href="http://www.cougarmountainzoo.org">Cougar Mountain Zoo </a>has purchased two gorgeous little boys....Bengal Tigers in two of the rarest colors. Taj, the elder by two weeks, is one of only 100 Golden Bengals in the world--a beautiful gold with cinnamon colored stripes, no black whatsoever. And Almos (pronounced Al-mosh with a long 'O') is a Royal White, with gorgeous blue eyes & a sweet personality.<br /><br />I went to the zoo yesterday to check these two out as I will be having some one on one time with one of them next weekend as part of the zoo's fundraising efforts--so check back next week to see more! The fabulous <a href="http://www.mcconnellphoto.com">Laurel McConnell </a>will be coming with me to document the event, so we should see some terrific photography from this get-together.<br /><br />If you're local to the Puget Sound area, please consider visiting our local Issaquah zoo & donating to the preservation of this rapidly disappearing species.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsdY7K7uvVmuxXSj3gyyRcakN_x-Y1gq2YySvoLdm46Pqi5yjlU9hOTNLZXJdIFIgHla_S6OeaSbt90nqdzjqhxuy8fx48K1_f-CyQZoo1PixPVjGMNNqIX_GYTY3I2WkNQthqtPZsC0j1/s1600-h/tigers-013web1.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsdY7K7uvVmuxXSj3gyyRcakN_x-Y1gq2YySvoLdm46Pqi5yjlU9hOTNLZXJdIFIgHla_S6OeaSbt90nqdzjqhxuy8fx48K1_f-CyQZoo1PixPVjGMNNqIX_GYTY3I2WkNQthqtPZsC0j1/s320/tigers-013web1.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5087537446483480130" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhM051HgUvfm409EQ3W7r41cqP74Al46dzrJwp5mEfzrtKjrbhn6jSaPakhuYV2sqYQwD3ax5cLUrDrWfqk9JgNa5iFZOyCP7GXOc1IIWgDCFV93BIXu_cSQ0NqCpjr5b8MIYJ6tEncjCbF/s1600-h/tigers-015_web1.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhM051HgUvfm409EQ3W7r41cqP74Al46dzrJwp5mEfzrtKjrbhn6jSaPakhuYV2sqYQwD3ax5cLUrDrWfqk9JgNa5iFZOyCP7GXOc1IIWgDCFV93BIXu_cSQ0NqCpjr5b8MIYJ6tEncjCbF/s320/tigers-015_web1.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5087538335541710418" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKf3t3xBYKioLwnI8tspYcKEkh2LqXklytkpOhsL7Vw0tice98DPmSLZ3mj31bzGVmifgAlRJ3L4M2nltIB2N-of-r6wKHaLcMvnH95TyrBQix24BhB5M5cb1PdqASmvuxzdHu2Q8B0oux/s1600-h/tigers-016web1.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKf3t3xBYKioLwnI8tspYcKEkh2LqXklytkpOhsL7Vw0tice98DPmSLZ3mj31bzGVmifgAlRJ3L4M2nltIB2N-of-r6wKHaLcMvnH95TyrBQix24BhB5M5cb1PdqASmvuxzdHu2Q8B0oux/s320/tigers-016web1.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5087538335541710434" /></a><br /><br /><br />(Sorry for the smaller than usual size & web quality on these, the full res versions are being gifted to the zoo to be used for limited edition fundraising prints & advertising, so these are strictly web sized to preserve their value to the zoo.)Victoria Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02220928322953699845noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-98719762854168464.post-29591983734633097802007-06-26T02:30:00.000-07:002008-11-13T07:01:48.029-08:00ANTI-Workshop, pt. 2: The Luck of the DrawIt's been a week since the beginning of the Anti-Workshop, and I'm still so keyed up I can't sleep. So I thought I'd get part 2 in. :)<br /><br />For Wednesday's assignment, we broke into teams of three by drawing numbers.<br /><br />The first person I found on my team was <a href="http://www.stellerphoto.com/">Dustin Steller</a>, of Kansas City. Dustin is a phenomenal graphic designer & a fabulous photographer. We'd met the first night & I was excited to work with him.<br /><br />The second person was <a href="http://jeshderoxweddings.blogspot.com/">Jesh de Rox</a>. Yes, I'll admit to being intimidated! But Jesh is one of the nicest, most genuine people I've ever met, as well as being an utterly amazing artist. He has the most incredible sense of "play" of any adult I've ever seen, and it translates into his work in many ways.<br /><br />Then we were assigned our model for the day. Each team was given a "bride" to work with. Some were models, some were photographers--all were wearing different styles of wedding dresses. We were assigned to work with <a href="http://jessicaclaire.net/">Jessica Claire</a>, normally a spectacular SoCal wedding photographer, wearing a fabulous 1920's flapper dress--and she wasn't allowed to bring a camera with her! I think she had the hardest job of all, trying to keep up with Jesh & Dustin, and unable to capture any of it for herself.<br /><br />Here are a few captures from the day--the rest can be seen on the <a href="http://vlpics.smugmug.com/gallery/3062236#166897823">website</a>:<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkDeyGo_oMOzRwTkwPrMoeoysfKBSDsAuwo52YqGwFubpAul4n2VfoyyfZXLcQK7yc7H5HYgt1c4p_cP4CQTpORhVzFZtMTEGm7cZBUhT2AwK6bfZL5HfGWxfs-njJ2qneO-GldMaVVTJ6/s1600-h/Jess-008.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkDeyGo_oMOzRwTkwPrMoeoysfKBSDsAuwo52YqGwFubpAul4n2VfoyyfZXLcQK7yc7H5HYgt1c4p_cP4CQTpORhVzFZtMTEGm7cZBUhT2AwK6bfZL5HfGWxfs-njJ2qneO-GldMaVVTJ6/s400/Jess-008.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5080433910709982178" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYZ5PNj-nQjN76FmcCCZOKmrlDShlIqmj830qxOTQ885cuPv4VtUzEtF7YolOLMOTZ9XQOSYXH-4tDp-5pP4OP0d2YdOeTFXofAOhcXcRAGeLey65TiE_AXnVOtdkQTgenXpcOTWNYj8VB/s1600-h/Jess-007.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYZ5PNj-nQjN76FmcCCZOKmrlDShlIqmj830qxOTQ885cuPv4VtUzEtF7YolOLMOTZ9XQOSYXH-4tDp-5pP4OP0d2YdOeTFXofAOhcXcRAGeLey65TiE_AXnVOtdkQTgenXpcOTWNYj8VB/s400/Jess-007.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5080433915004949490" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpLJAM4X6ejG7FWcIexpKONIiMuuB6ql_a0tLgmR_K976P8Qp5Wga2NTgrDwdxmQVg5U9uFn-UpARS-pByaKPcDnBEQ9j41epiyseTElHkzDBLw0jAc_1WKmnjLId2vK1n5pTZnku-cvJv/s1600-h/Jess-018.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpLJAM4X6ejG7FWcIexpKONIiMuuB6ql_a0tLgmR_K976P8Qp5Wga2NTgrDwdxmQVg5U9uFn-UpARS-pByaKPcDnBEQ9j41epiyseTElHkzDBLw0jAc_1WKmnjLId2vK1n5pTZnku-cvJv/s400/Jess-018.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5080433919299916802" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcj20zTCIHwDYGlUu9gvreZaXrNXUT1fPDBx3uvxUEPwhSqZJkytflUZDExSQpKwufGEXhCoyTypn6hzjzt6FxbTmP67dDuZ7oKw4-A98Le7LXJKRO9tk90k3M5-9LDiZrQumLMnboSrOs/s1600-h/Jess-011.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcj20zTCIHwDYGlUu9gvreZaXrNXUT1fPDBx3uvxUEPwhSqZJkytflUZDExSQpKwufGEXhCoyTypn6hzjzt6FxbTmP67dDuZ7oKw4-A98Le7LXJKRO9tk90k3M5-9LDiZrQumLMnboSrOs/s400/Jess-011.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5080433919299916818" /></a><br /><br />Jesh & Dustin at work:<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZn8C8VJomjH2N-OyUvLGmzuEi9dTTbz_qbeZu1xg-ruCYeTWAfkxGSc9TlB3tb88n9ouLCQpawnqcA8ou_3n6R-v1Z3sY-EW7npGnmdCnqRWkMC_i2_FzYdXiUV1vbBLdLDP0ECDNraT0/s1600-h/Jess-026.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZn8C8VJomjH2N-OyUvLGmzuEi9dTTbz_qbeZu1xg-ruCYeTWAfkxGSc9TlB3tb88n9ouLCQpawnqcA8ou_3n6R-v1Z3sY-EW7npGnmdCnqRWkMC_i2_FzYdXiUV1vbBLdLDP0ECDNraT0/s400/Jess-026.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5080435551387489314" /></a><br /><br />One shot on the scavenger hunt was supposed to be "headless". Needless to say, this shot was all Jesh.....<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidngLqLkk9DMFCGRKs2L6H1Ha9qQFTfelhao0k8K2lxySxNsTXUAXZihLB6w-UC60miCjQBKWlWHjXnu3qhWyTE_8103nxiU8x87qNlPYOLJ9YIDWnAsuHQiT5VGJu4VzmVMf72l1O66WS/s1600-h/Jess-014.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidngLqLkk9DMFCGRKs2L6H1Ha9qQFTfelhao0k8K2lxySxNsTXUAXZihLB6w-UC60miCjQBKWlWHjXnu3qhWyTE_8103nxiU8x87qNlPYOLJ9YIDWnAsuHQiT5VGJu4VzmVMf72l1O66WS/s400/Jess-014.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5080436114028205106" /></a><br /><br /><br />As I told Dalisa Cooper that night, I learned so much from these three amazing people by photographing with them, I don't think I'll even know how much I absorbed that day for weeks or months to come. Dustin's eye for design & ability to previsualize an image before capturing it, Jesh's creative mind & boundless sense of humor, Jessica's sense of adventure & willingness to try almost anything to make a shot work for us.....It was an incredible day that I simply won't forget.Victoria Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02220928322953699845noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-98719762854168464.post-65952211363796734082007-06-21T19:15:00.000-07:002008-11-13T07:01:48.401-08:00ANTI - Workshop (pt. 1)I'm recovering from spending most of this week in the <a href="http://www.antiworkshop.com">ANTI Workshop</a>, a three + day seminar created by <a href="http://www.boutwellstudio.com/">Boutwell Studio </a>& <a href="http://www.altf.com/">altF</a> (also known as Doug & Chenin Boutwell and John & Dalisa Cooper). Both couples are fantastic teachers and wonderful people, as well as fabulous photographers. I can't even begin to describe how much I learned from this team, and from the other photogs who participated.<br /><br />This is just a preview of yesterday's shoot--I'm completely beat, but I wanted to share these three photos as they were some of my favorites. As a set, I think they're some of the strongest work I've done so far. :) More on the seminar & this shoot in the next post, I promise. You should be able to click on any of them to see more detail, they become even more contrasty than usual once they're uploaded to the blog.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjpOkgZnyAFuw_54hAxgs2GYxlkz1p64u2KtI40rNyLsRbXYzELYr_ndiSD0bKBv28oSJU8a3mDK_mujMK_uqPMmFA0XG1WCvtjKQghyphenhyphenyTWKdsxuzURqrUKUL8eL-WMBLiqOMPENBafHZ-/s1600-h/Jess-022.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjpOkgZnyAFuw_54hAxgs2GYxlkz1p64u2KtI40rNyLsRbXYzELYr_ndiSD0bKBv28oSJU8a3mDK_mujMK_uqPMmFA0XG1WCvtjKQghyphenhyphenyTWKdsxuzURqrUKUL8eL-WMBLiqOMPENBafHZ-/s400/Jess-022.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5078710529312658386" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEib7pnfE-AudAs8bw7dhyphenhyphenGd09EXtpPFft6j9xw9_HaoJUtTssuvjUTqN9Wcn56BeC1bDY_4JF0vU9ixCbldMdPdRhFZLnzprYJ2F5FuqT4EF7zqG9xAzXVadXqASMLD0rJoiGWF7IaqJ7_t/s1600-h/Jess-015.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEib7pnfE-AudAs8bw7dhyphenhyphenGd09EXtpPFft6j9xw9_HaoJUtTssuvjUTqN9Wcn56BeC1bDY_4JF0vU9ixCbldMdPdRhFZLnzprYJ2F5FuqT4EF7zqG9xAzXVadXqASMLD0rJoiGWF7IaqJ7_t/s400/Jess-015.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5078710378988803010" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBaqwQJ-dyTCgIlN2-0gI9mSxRIMi_fovbu5_Ny7Fi9hixJrqm4IbzLaUwQjuEdWgAF9jjKzPJwl7IM63jsH87vOsO_kM5vQaHhkGMd5btYZsS71M8JULo8zZT5EXjwSP8gUMBoCoH0r7k/s1600-h/Jess-021.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBaqwQJ-dyTCgIlN2-0gI9mSxRIMi_fovbu5_Ny7Fi9hixJrqm4IbzLaUwQjuEdWgAF9jjKzPJwl7IM63jsH87vOsO_kM5vQaHhkGMd5btYZsS71M8JULo8zZT5EXjwSP8gUMBoCoH0r7k/s400/Jess-021.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5078710220075013042" /></a><br /><br />Thanks Chenin, Dalisa, Doug & John. I had an amazing time--Vegas in March can't come soon enough!<br /><br />(special thanks to Huy of <a href="http://www.f8studio.com/f8/">f8 studio </a> for recommending this seminar, and extra special thanks & hugs to Dalisa for giving me the courage to come & play!)<br /><br />Bonus points to those who can identify this model--more about her & a few others I met this week in the next post. :)Victoria Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02220928322953699845noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-98719762854168464.post-13440905742980166762007-05-12T19:40:00.000-07:002007-08-12T21:18:45.756-07:00A funny thing happened on the way to the engagement shoot......As I mentioned in my last post, we spent a short time at the Robinswood Dog Park last night before Nikki & Ryan's engagement shoot. I always take a camera with me when we go to the park with Kaya, our standard schnauzer, as dogs do the funniest things when they're let loose with a bunch of other dogs. Last night was no exception.<br /><br />This little guy was in love with Steve & was in his lap every time the poor guy sat down. Steve's not much of a chihuahua type--like most guys, it isn't really a <span style="font-style:italic;">dog<span style="font-weight:bold;"></span></span> until it's at least 30 pounds or so....<br /><br /><img src="http://vlpics.smugmug.com/photos/152026550-S.jpg"><br /><br />Then we found out he was a wee bit of a climber:<br /><br /><img src="http://vlpics.smugmug.com/photos/152026576-S.jpg"><br /><br />But what we didn't realize was his ultimate goal: Apparently he's had a lifetime dream of being a hat!<br /><br /><img src="http://vlpics.smugmug.com/photos/152026593-M.jpg"><br /><br />He actually did get all four legs onto Steve's head! Unfortunately the pictures at that point didn't come out....no amount of image stabilization will make up for the photographer doubled over laughing!Victoria Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02220928322953699845noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-98719762854168464.post-39850491320140514472007-05-12T18:40:00.000-07:002007-05-12T19:52:21.183-07:00Nikki & Bryan...& Charlie too!We had a wonderful time with Nikki & Bryan last night at Robinswood Park. It was important to them to include their year and a half old Puggle (that's a cross between a pug & beagle for you non dog folks!). As young dogs do, Charlie was FULL of energy, so we ran him around the dog park for half an hour before the start of shooting. It was a perfect arrangment; he was an absolute angel for the rest of the evening. :)<br /><br />My absolute favorite photo was this one:<br /><br /><a href=http://vlpics.smugmug.com/photos/152007026-M.jpg></a><img src=http://vlpics.smugmug.com/photos/152007026-M.jpg><br /><br />Poor Charlie was so confused as to why I was on the ground!<br /><br />A few other favorites:<br /><br /><a href=http://vlpics.smugmug.com/photos/152007013-S.jpg></a><img src=http://vlpics.smugmug.com/photos/152007013-S.jpg><br /><br /><a href=http://vlpics.smugmug.com/photos/152007036-M.jpg></a><img src=http://vlpics.smugmug.com/photos/152007036-M.jpg><br /><br /><a href=http://vlpics.smugmug.com/photos/152007211-M.jpg></a><img src=http://vlpics.smugmug.com/photos/152007211-M.jpg><br /><br /><a href=http://vlpics.smugmug.com/photos/152006998-M.jpg></a><img src=http://vlpics.smugmug.com/photos/152006998-M.jpg><br /><br />Full size versions can be viewed on my website under <a href="http://vlpics.smugmug.com/gallery/2838329/1/152006998">Event Galleries</a>. This is also where the remainder of the shoot will appear in a few days.<br /><br />Nikki & Bryan, we had a blast working with you & wish you all the best as you continue your wedding planning! And give Charlie a hug from us both. :)Victoria Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02220928322953699845noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-98719762854168464.post-6366100969479885922007-05-03T20:35:00.000-07:002007-08-12T21:20:02.910-07:00A Visit to Northwest TrekIf you're a photographer in the Seattle area and you've never been to <a href="http://www.nwtrek.org/">Northwest Trek,</a> you're in for a treat. It's well worth the drive to darn near Mt. Rainier, even on a freezing cold April morning!<br /><br />The animals in the park, by and large, are in open enclosures rather than cages. They also have a significant number of grazers in a huge park-like area that is navigated by hourly trams. The windows on the trams open--great for those long lenses--and the drivers routinely stop for nearby critters, which makes for some easy captures.<br /><br />We went a few weeks ago with a group of Washington & Oregon photographers from <a href="http://photography-on-the.net/forum/index.php">POTN</a>; in spite of the early morning wakeup call, we had about 10 people turn out. It was a blast!<br /><br />The running joke was that we'd have a whole series of animal butts as much of what we saw at first couldn't be bothered to face us:<br /><br><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/tishlovesgomez/483412160/" title="Photo Sharing"><img src="http://farm1.static.flickr.com/231/483412160_f599608cc5.jpg" width="400" height="266" alt="chip_logo" /></a><br /><br><br />But finally we had some cooperative subjects.<br /><br><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/tishlovesgomez/483412176/" title="Photo Sharing"><img src="http://farm1.static.flickr.com/196/483412176_9ca1d875fc.jpg" width="400" height="266" alt="owls_logo" /></a><br><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/tishlovesgomez/483412142/" title="Photo Sharing"><img src="http://farm1.static.flickr.com/168/483412142_4dc256455c.jpg" width="400" height="266" alt="badger_logo" /></a><br><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/tishlovesgomez/483412146/" title="Photo Sharing"><img src="http://farm1.static.flickr.com/205/483412146_3800831b05.jpg" width="400" height="266" alt="bears_logo" /></a><br><br />The bison in particular were fascinating--on a 35 degree morning, every breath created a puff of smoke!<br><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/tishlovesgomez/483412150/" title="Photo Sharing"><img src="http://farm1.static.flickr.com/169/483412150_911d212791.jpg" width="400" height="266" alt="bison_logo copy" /></a><br><br />And we spent a good 45 minutes with the raccoons. They were INCREDIBLY active for midday, and most of us blew through CF cards very quickly.<br><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/tishlovesgomez/483412164/" title="Photo Sharing"><img src="http://farm1.static.flickr.com/192/483412164_91034c047d.jpg" width="400" height="266" alt="coons_logo" /></a><br><br /><br />Make the time to visit this park soon, it's well well worth it!Victoria Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02220928322953699845noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-98719762854168464.post-12577436903747844762007-04-13T19:39:00.000-07:002008-11-13T07:01:50.419-08:00Opening Day for the Mariners....<div align="center"><br /></div><div align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVojjASGjmfXc5K9zGZzbf-oxG9V31F0zFnnIpO6QD5_LIoZTc4iFzN9kbYPbrY9tkKWScIqLQtEo4cgt68vXlgnYxPDk8QS6M9NVlhAAhn64N1GYkaQjPtZmLy9r2HHdKo6piCEeLumm0/s1600-h/_MG_6946.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5053118736715036418" style="CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVojjASGjmfXc5K9zGZzbf-oxG9V31F0zFnnIpO6QD5_LIoZTc4iFzN9kbYPbrY9tkKWScIqLQtEo4cgt68vXlgnYxPDk8QS6M9NVlhAAhn64N1GYkaQjPtZmLy9r2HHdKo6piCEeLumm0/s400/_MG_6946.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Yes, this post is delayed, I'm procrastinating on my current post processing while watching the current game. :)<br /><br />This is the second year we've gone Opening Day at Safeco Field here in Seattle. Last year, we were way up in the nosebleed seats--literally in the very last row!-- freezing our rears off. Safeco has a retractable roof, and believe me, there was no way they were opening it! This year was completely different. While it wasn't exactly warm, it was sunny for most of the day and this field is a spectacular place to be when it's nice out. And of course, when the Mariners are winning! <em><strong>Especially </strong></em>against the A's.<br /><br />I wasn't sure what I was going to be allowed to bring in, as Safeco has extremely vague rules on photography posted to their website. To be safe, I only brought the 12-24mm wide angle and my 85mm telephoto....with a 2x converter to make it twice the length. Given the number of white lenses I saw, next time I'm renting a 100-400!<br /><br />But it was a terrific game & I did get a few shots I particularly liked.<br /><br /><strong><em><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-size:180%;">GO M's!!!!!!</span><br /></span></em></strong><br />The Safeco Field grounds crew does an amazing job of "decorating" the field for Opening Day.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyJg8-Wpaq9YG8JJZvOusa12jqaZzEyD7legkm9MvaGtLS5w61RxEo7miUb3Kj-ZvIi1OB-c4adykbd3yD6CLEPROtTIOxqocqCnYyfWmefN_fF0w6a64y3arg3L6TIFXEjHk0u9V9RQZ6/s1600-h/_MG_6960_pano.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5053119024477845266" style="CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyJg8-Wpaq9YG8JJZvOusa12jqaZzEyD7legkm9MvaGtLS5w61RxEo7miUb3Kj-ZvIi1OB-c4adykbd3yD6CLEPROtTIOxqocqCnYyfWmefN_fF0w6a64y3arg3L6TIFXEjHk0u9V9RQZ6/s400/_MG_6960_pano.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br />The Opening ceremony included a display of the colors at second base.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5oVr1U_UT0QPfPzHHsMEW6Bx_AckUH5nGUt1pVoBcCLsVOgyyt_MWPZFg_BLy1k3hzZgugFhd-Z-dViAldmZjaSeJqUHjx8d4vNGGHciSNz-VuiOp4EGkIYmEeJCgkj6ybsk_bdJKxUnX/s1600-h/_MG_6997_edit-copy.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5053119604298430242" style="CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5oVr1U_UT0QPfPzHHsMEW6Bx_AckUH5nGUt1pVoBcCLsVOgyyt_MWPZFg_BLy1k3hzZgugFhd-Z-dViAldmZjaSeJqUHjx8d4vNGGHciSNz-VuiOp4EGkIYmEeJCgkj6ybsk_bdJKxUnX/s400/_MG_6997_edit-copy.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br />The three below were all after the game started. I was particularly pleased to catch the ball in motion in the pics with starting pitcher Felix Hernandez & first baseman Richie Sexson. </div><div align="center"><br /></div><p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjc0AbHJvXN_W2Vtiibg_s5RGyc8nN5XEdAin8hHNR9axOlMGghyYEGSjbKW0ee5vz_cqVDcU8H_PU3wnoDFJsSa7SG9ZHyBC94r8kn_nvDrCzJ24s1Kg3iBISgJ4PFpMlX-qsfxUtD07Wa/s1600-h/_MG_7028_edit.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5053120033795159874" style="CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjc0AbHJvXN_W2Vtiibg_s5RGyc8nN5XEdAin8hHNR9axOlMGghyYEGSjbKW0ee5vz_cqVDcU8H_PU3wnoDFJsSa7SG9ZHyBC94r8kn_nvDrCzJ24s1Kg3iBISgJ4PFpMlX-qsfxUtD07Wa/s400/_MG_7028_edit.jpg" border="0" /></a></p><p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNRYn08iUPcMV6-Q-NBSrjk4Up6vp8RxQkSbpo4hlN0EFRnpXxFWLQtk9iA818PHcibSt1WmI9SN2E6hfSbofzjjnQuMx-7PDLUZwc9NM44mwyPYhIcsDDm8Q5pXsmKgv2LIiVDizttJBG/s1600-h/_MG_7033.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5053120033795159890" style="CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNRYn08iUPcMV6-Q-NBSrjk4Up6vp8RxQkSbpo4hlN0EFRnpXxFWLQtk9iA818PHcibSt1WmI9SN2E6hfSbofzjjnQuMx-7PDLUZwc9NM44mwyPYhIcsDDm8Q5pXsmKgv2LIiVDizttJBG/s400/_MG_7033.jpg" border="0" /></a> </p><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5053121949350573954" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg43ekBZvr9Sngxmo3oDbZkyJmCrZvdyb1Oeh9L9rwPXFswvZk427WK7gbUlpQqTmdiPOWf0EWu6XhAn48yCN3U_-OOfaSMWi6w2KG_rkw2siODSct9713ezp95H3wHJm7-NRN5Olgig8m2/s400/_MG_7024_edit.jpg" border="0" /><p align="center"><br />The grounds crew usually hams it up somewhere around the 5th inning. This was to "Old Time Rock & Roll" by Bob Seeger.<br /><br /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5053122224228480914" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjH9N2iUoCeXJIq6G5fr-GY1pJ8hphR41gWMo2PSuYIfhcx7l7dy8oBdsko3hs9-UlZYcSk4FXxtgdzUB_hFsWKVhNUvbgRpnPjPr98SFNBslQI_40RVLjdHfLiYE4AKtzOav8G08pqF2p5/s400/_MG_7043.jpg" border="0" /></p><p align="center"><br />And this guy had the ULTIMATE white lens! LOL<br /><br /></p><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5053122632250374050" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzKacniuawblDHNmSCFoeb6xdoRzhYLoxOABKTLP7pBNbbCaPRjlfN4Q5B2o5arTTf0XV6YhjtERsODPppnvB1UP6koxRBCAYMf_S2GmJMRyWteKF8i6M-voR9hK3i-k7Qm3UXpwiuzeuK/s400/_MG_6972.jpg" border="0" /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5oVr1U_UT0QPfPzHHsMEW6Bx_AckUH5nGUt1pVoBcCLsVOgyyt_MWPZFg_BLy1k3hzZgugFhd-Z-dViAldmZjaSeJqUHjx8d4vNGGHciSNz-VuiOp4EGkIYmEeJCgkj6ybsk_bdJKxUnX/s1600-h/_MG_6997_edit-copy.jpg"></a>Victoria Lynnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02220928322953699845noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-98719762854168464.post-38049249453354382152007-04-08T20:43:00.000-07:002008-11-13T07:01:52.783-08:00Gavin & Sondra's Wedding<div align="center">I was honored to be second shooting for Corey & Asenath Polis of <a href="http://www.polisphotography.com">Polis Photography</a> on Saturday as Gavin & Sondra were married. It turned out to be a gloriously sunny Eastern Washington April day! What a contrast to our westside rain!<br /><br />We all agreed that Sondra will easily take any award for "bride with the most energy at the end of her day". Her laughter & high spirits made for some of the easiest photo captures I've ever done. </div><div align="center"></div><div align="center"><br />And Gavin--who's usually known as the <a href="http://www.seimphotography.com/">photographer</a> at these events--showed us a talent previously unknown to us; he's an OUTSTANDING square dance caller!<br /><br />This was truly a unique, fun loving wedding. </div><div align="center"></div><div align="center"></div><div align="center">Gavin & Sondra, I wish you all the best in a long married life together!<br /><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKR-34V5aLoEllApJZ0BBBw0t4LySyIuYvEN7YAYHR74N39oNhPtCqqeUPRmrcW6-cC45cAOyvZDEpWVEedvD5PXyV-wKy8K8trd4Sdbtf2I-AFGWF01SfABEOdko7omK-x3KvwjBckF3-/s1600-h/SEIM_MG_7425_web.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5051274462543195314" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKR-34V5aLoEllApJZ0BBBw0t4LySyIuYvEN7YAYHR74N39oNhPtCqqeUPRmrcW6-cC45cAOyvZDEpWVEedvD5PXyV-wKy8K8trd4Sdbtf2I-AFGWF01SfABEOdko7omK-x3KvwjBckF3-/s400/SEIM_MG_7425_web.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnHawySxN_r1CJTMz9M8uefNbBD1Dm5cvzo-mNvwg1DdBbRFnRSlgNubO0U9g2h7DzvRkZkWnXLXzPey5ga7J1pPjgh0WpAqH74bFVDy5Q7DOenIBdJkL9kIfaCbiSwO4K4vnQN5IDd7_2/s1600-h/SEIM_MG_7070_web.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5051274466838162626" style="DISPLAY: block; 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