Fun Everyday Photos

Yes, it takes a little while for her to warm up.

But, before I know it, she's doing her thing!

Amazing how a simple leaf can change the dynamics of a photograph. It's fun to watch children explore the world around them and get it on film.

Just a red maple leaf.

Can bring an expression of wonder.

Enjoy the wonders of your day!

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Spring in Southern York County, PA

It is just one of those days when I need to get out of the house. A drive to my favorite nature park seems fitting. 

I pass beautiful farms along the way.

After bumping into another photographer doing a portrait shoot, I head into the trails.

Spring has brought many changes. I walked a few more feet only to scare some deer!

Aren't ferns just the coolest darn things?

Narrow, windy streams.

Narrow, winding paths.

Here is the little bridge and a quiet pool of water.

One last shot before going home.

On a different note: I'm very sick from tick born diseases. I won't be linking up for a while. I will miss you all until I'm back in action.

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Favorite Portrait Shots

No, I am not a professional photographer. 

I know I have so much to learn. 

But, this is fun. Being with families and capturing memories and personalities is wonderful and I just want to get better at it.

Here are some of my favorite portraits to date.

This is "S" in the picture above and this was shot in front of a deep red church door and she had a bright, neon lime headband. Very cool. But I love the richness it created for a black and white shot.

Here is her brother. Baby blues. 

I never add or change the color of someones eyes. I may dodge and burn, but that's it!

I caught "S" in some all-out laughter!

I had this photo of my daughter printed and it is on our mantle. The resolution is so much better than what I see on my screen. Love it!

Here is a black and white I printed through mpix and I love it!( I just like mpix, they did not ask or pay me to publish this!)

There you have it. My top five round up.

If you are a photographer and would like to offer a "sandwich" critique a la Click It Up A Notch style, I sure would appreciate that. 

Sandwich style means: something positive about the shot, what could be improved, and another positive comment. I think this is a great way to learn. If you give me your critique - thank you!

Sarah

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Bedford County, PA in the Spring

Colvin Covered Bridge, Schellsburg, PA

I made a quick trip to visit Bedford this weekend. I didn't get a lot in the way of photos but this bridge is amazing and has a lot of history.

I took a Winter photo of this barn, and now, in Spring it looks much different.

I got this shot walking to my Sister's farm. I used my friend's polarizer lens. Sweet, huh?

I am just excited to see the grass greening up on my Sister's farm. Unfortunately, my photos of the animals leave much to be desired. 

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Color and Perspective

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Church Window in Spring

I love the church up the street from me. 

It has been the source of many-o-photo shoots for both me and my neighbor who is also a photographer!

I photographed this window in Winter but Spring is much more interesting!

Happy Day!

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Florals Again

Wow! Like so many of you, I am happy to have some color around here. 

How many times can I make a dead leaf look cool? This is so much better.

Tiny, white flowers.

I typically don't use textures over my photos, but, what the heck?

And here is the more organic photo.

Hope you all have a wonderful week.

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Scenes from York, PA

Finally, some landscapes again.

Down by Lake Redman.

A farm in Southern York County. I was getting the photo and the owners turned into the their lane. 

Walk fast, walk fast...

I was on the Cross Country team growing up. I used to run past this farm.

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