Jefferson Hall

Saturday night I had the pleasure of visiting Jefferson Hall to take some party pics for their new website. I absolutely love this bar. I worked there for a while before I started focusing on photography full time, it was such a blast.

They have kick ass live bands pretty much every night of the week. Their bartenders are always super cool, ready to make sure everyone has a great time and the location is perfect in Newport on the Levee. The bar is huge, so if you are just looking for a place to chill their patio has a great view of Cincinnati. (don't worry they keep it heated all winter long)

The band Saturday was Love Sick Radio from Columbus, OH. The place was packed with people rocking out to both cover songs and the band's originals. I had such a great night, it was nice seeing all of my old friends and meeting some new ones too!

With a little help from my friends...

My heart truly melts a little every time I ask a client how they heard of me and I find out its a referral from an old friend. Friends I haven't seen in years, yet they still think enough of me to refer my services to their friends. Its very humbling to have so many wonderful people in my life who are so supportive of my new photography business. Thank you!

These are a few pictures from a birthday party I shot this past weekend. I had so much fun... and so did everyone else. Lots of dancing and lots of smiles are all you need for the perfect party! Thanks Linh, for letting me help you celebrate.

My website is up!

I am very excited to say my new website is finally up and running. Im pretty proud of the way it turned out. After much debate in my head, I went with something classic and simple. You can check it out here. I have some pretty awesome shoots coming up so be sure to come back often, I will be updating my portfolio with new stuff often.

This is a goofy picture we took when I first got my new computer. I look like I am missing an eye. Gotta love Photobooth!

Cincinnati Photographer

Just a quick little post so you know I am still alive. I didn't get totally sucked into my computer, yet. I am working on getting the new website up nonstop. The company I went with before is from the UK and I am having a little problem transferring my domain... I am hoping all is up and running by Monday. (keep your fingers crossed!)

While I prepare for the new launch, I have been editing tons of photos, buying new gear, planning a trip to California, trying to spend time with my love, and forgetting to eat. A little busy to say the least.

I am constantly getting sidetracked with new stuff I find for Photoshop, loving me some textures right now.

A little peak at the cuteness I photographed today...

Downplay/Cincinnati Band Photography

Downplay is a up and coming band from Columbus, Ohio. They were in town for a show at the new ICF Fightclub at Longworth Hall. I was contacted by one of the club's promoters about doing a promo shoot with the band before their show on Friday. They were a super cool group of guys who were down for whatever I wanted to do. Their style fit perfectly with mine, so the shoot was more fun than work.

I was dying to see what ICF was like so I went down to check out their show later that night. This club is very cool. The perfect venue to showcase bands. They have a kick-ass stage and plenty of room to rock out. They also have a balcony surrounding the club with awesome views from every angle. I hear its a pretty happening place when they have MMA fights too.

Check out the bands here Downplay, Livid, The Host, Pulse 8, Calloused

These boots were made for walking...

Every girl has a favorite pair of shoes. I'm talking about a pair of shoes that makes her feel like she can do anything, that somehow give her immediate confidence to conquer the world as soon as she slips them on. Its five inch stilettos to some, and a pink pair of Chucks to others. Whatever they are, these are the shoes that can make dreams come true. My tall, black riding boots are these shoes to me. They are flat, stylish, and comfortable. When I put them on I suddenly feel unstoppable. The older they get, the more I adore them.

Today I asked Dave to take some pics of me for my new website. I was a little nervous because like most photographers I hate to be in front of the camera, it feels so strange. I know Dave has a good eye, so I trusted he would do his best to make me look good. I was still hesitant about going through with the shoot.

I had a mini fashion show in front of my mirror trying on dress after dress, heal after heal. I love a cute dress as much as the next girl, but its not something I can wear everyday. My dresses are saved for special occasions and vacation. I always admire the girls who can get away with a cute dress and wedges as their everyday getup. I wanted to look professional and proper. Nothing was working, I felt like I was trying to be something I'm not. (not that I am not professional, just a little more casual Friday professional)

I wanted these pictures to represent my personality. After much deliberation and frustration I put on the clothes I feel most comfortable in. My black skinny jeans, my Jimi Hendrix tee, and my ass-kicking riding boots. I looked in the mirror and I felt like me. And while I stood in front of the camera those boots gave me the confidence to work it like a super model.