Works in Progress

Hey there!

I'm all done editing photos for the moment, so now I can devote my free time to the REALLY fun stuff - painting! I've had a lot of ideas pop up recently, so today I took the time to start on some and continue on others I started awhile ago. Check it out:

I'm calling this one "The Calm Inside the Storm." (Anyone ever seen "The Fountain?" Yeah.) It's nearly done, but I'd like to work more on the root system. I also feel like it needs some figures - birds, maybe a person somewhere - to make it "come alive." Not sure what, though.

This is a painting I started over a year ago. I added a few more elements today, but again, need to add something to make it pop.

Yep, it's another tree. I went through a phase, okay? Anyways, I did the background for this a couple of months ago and loved how it came out. I added the tree today, and while I did want the tree to look solid, now it looks TOO solid. I also plan to add its leaves...maybe I could add more to the background so the tree doesn't look so stark.

This canvas is black-not!

Don't worry. Much more will be added. Could be a whole series...one of the more photo-real paintings I've done in awhile. You'll just have to wait and see what it is. ;-)

I'm also working on turning some small sketches into drawings that would be sell-able. I really want to have a show sometime soon, like this fall, and I needs ta make stuffs!

Any suggestions/ideas on the paintings I'm kinda stuck on would be appreciated. :)

Thanks for looking and reading! Over and out.

James and Allyson

James and Allyson had a totally cute, fun baseball-themed outdoor wedding at Oak Hill Mansion in Carmel, IN. It was a beautiful site to photograph and I had a blast with them and their wedding party! The weather was warm but not crazy-hot like it's been the last few weeks, and the light coming through the trees was perfect for their romantic portraits. It's obvious how much these two love each other, and how much all of their friends love being around them. Everyone had a great time at the reception, but my favorite moment was when a group of guys (including James, at the end) serenaded Allyson with a lively rendition of "All My Life" by K-Ci & JoJo...classic! This was definitely a day to remember, and all of the 1000+ photos will be up for viewing on my website within a week. Until then, enjoy!

Padraig and Sarah's Wedding

Presenting highlights from Padraig and Sarah's wedding on May 19th in Rensselaer, IN! They had a beautiful Irish-themed celebration, complete with a Claddagh symbol on the wedding cake and bells of Ireland for the boys' boutonnieres and Sarah's bouquet. It was a day full of love, laughter, friendship and beauty. Sarah and Padraig are an amazing couple and I was so glad to capture the day they started their life together as husband and wife! I hope you all enjoy looking at their photos as much as I enjoyed taking them :) Slainte!

Randy & Tara's Wedding

Randy and Tara's wedding was my first of the summer, on May 5, and we ended up with a beautiful day! They're a very laid-back couple, and their Zionsville, IN wedding reflected that attitude - it was tasteful with nothing overly extravagant or high-maintenance. Just two people in love and makin' it official! Tara definitely showed her artistic side with her dress (mostly flowing white, but with subtle pink and purple cascading down the front), and I love that they gave their two huskies the honor of being ringbearers. I had a great time spending the day with this happy group of people! And now, please enjoy the highlight reel: