Day 15/365

Day 15:
I am thankful that my husband is able to work from home most days.  However, Max wants to play with his Daddy every time he walks by his office.  This picture captures his frustration.

ISO:  800

SS: 1/40

F/Stop:  1.8

Day 14/365

Day 14:

I am thankful for the seasons we get to experience here in N.J.--especially the fall.  I love my ugly pumpkins.  And Max loves to look at them out the front door everyday too.

ISO: 800

SS:1/320

f/stop: 1.8

Day 13/365

Day 13:

I am thankful to be getting in the holiday spirit a little early this year.  This is one of our "outtakes" trying to get a picture for our Christmas card.  I tried to get outside for the "golden hour" light, but I missed it.  We'll try again tomorrow!

SS:  1/160

f/Stop: f/2.0

ISO:  800

Day 12/365

Day 12: 

I'm thankful for the opportunity (and a supportive hubby) to start this new adventure.  I'm taking a leap of faith and starting a newborn photography business.  I was lucky enough to spend my day with this sweet little face today.  

Day 11/365

Day 11/365:  

I'm thankful for finding "good light" in my house.  After becoming so frustrated with fuzzy, dark pictures taken inside, I finally found some light that works.  Now, I guess I'll just take my newborn clients underneath my kitchen island for our sessions.  

ISO:200

SS:1/50

f/stop:  1.8

Day 10/365

Day 10/365:

I'm thankful for twinkly eyes and cute little baby teeth.  When I was so tired from being up several times last night, he was just happy to see me.  And I forgot all about sleep when I saw him in this light.

ISO:  200

SS:  1/50

f/stop:  f/1.8

Day 9/365

Day 9/365:

I'm thankful for his sneakiness.  It keeps me on my toes.  

ISO:  200

SS:  1/40

F/stop:  f/1.8

Day 8/365

Day 8: I'm thankful for a little helper who wants to be just like Daddy with his toolbox.

ISO:  200 SS: 1/100 F-Stop:  f/1.8

Day 7/365

Day 7:  

I am thankful that my hubs made me dinner tonight after a VERY long day.  Even if the kitchen filled up with smoke and the pizza stuck to the pizza stone.  It was a sweet thought.  ;-)

ISO:  2000 SS: 1/60 F-Stop:  f/2

Day 6/365

Day 6/365:

Today I am thankful that my little man is already blessed with great little friends.  We love this little beauty.   She has a strong mama who loves her more than anything.  The feeling is mutual--you can tell by the way she was looking at her Mommy when I took this picture.  

ISO:  800 SS: 1/80 F-Stop:  f/1.8

Day 5/365

Day 5/365:  

Today I am thankful for simple games of "peek-a-boo".  This game is enough to light up this little boy's face...and that lights up mine.  

 *I've included two pictures--because they tell the story.  

ISO:  200 SS:  1/80 F-Stop:  f/1.8

ISO:  200 SS:  1/80 F-Stop:  f/1.8

Day 4/365

Day 4/365:
Today I am thankful for bathtime friends...all lined up in a row.  (courtesy of our cleaning lady)

ISO:  400 SS:  1/20 F-Stop:  2
I am SO frustrated trying to get indoor shots without a flash.  It doesn't seem like my house is that dark, but I have the hardest time getting clear pictures when it is not super sunny out.  Please help me!  

Day 3/365

Day 3/365:  

Today I am thankful for ugly gourds.  They are always the first ones I pick up, because I think it's sad that others might not choose them.  They are my favorite.  

ISO:  3200 SS:  1/160 F-Stop:  1.8

Day 2/365

Day 2/365:  Today I am thankful for a little monkey jumping on the bed!

ISO:  1600 SS:  1/1000 sec F-Stop:  2
I'm having a really hard time getting indoor pictures with low-light.  I'm not a huge fan of using the flash, especially with my little guy.  The flash always makes him look scared and leaves harsh shadows.  Any suggestions??  

Day 1/365

Day 1/365:  Today I am thankful for sunshine and fresh air.  And sticky pinecones. 

ISO:  100 SS:  1/1600 F-Stop:  f/2.2

365 Challenge

I'm really excited to announce a big step I'm taking.  I have decided to take my love of photography, and take it a step further.  I am linking up with lots of other amateur and professional photographers in this 365 day challenge.  I'm hoping that taking a photo every day and sitting down to edit my pictures will make me a better photographer.  I'm excited to capture the little moments of my everyday life by taking part in this challenge.  I'd love to see your pictures too.  I welcome any constructive criticism you can offer so that I can grow in this process.  Join with me and link up by clicking on the button above!