Happy { valentines } Day!

In the past I've snubbed my nose at this holiday, rolled my eyes at all the "mushy" loving going on and tried to forget that I'm still alone.

This year, I've vowed to not let thing like that bother me.  Honestly, sometimes I'm glad I'm single.  I have time to do the things I want, the way I want them.  Quite honestly, my version of being "alone" is really not that bad.  It's only from about 9pm on when the house is quiet, and the bed is empty that I even remember, and having a really comfy bed to myself is a really great trade off.

I found this quote last night, and couldn't have said it better myself.  So all you single's out there.  Take a lesson from the NY ladies and live your life!  When the right one comes along,  he / she will be a perfect fit for YOUR life!

"Being single used to mean that nobody wanted you. Now it means you're pretty sexy and you're taking your time deciding how you want your life to be and who you want to spend it with."- Sex and the City

In the meantime, Happy Valentines Day, from my family to yours!

new begginings {portrait}

I'm determined to make 2011 the best so far.  How can it not be when I was able to start the year out in one of my favorite places, Hawaii.

The website needs a little face lift, which I hope to find time for soon, the blog is another one on the list of  "to do betters" for the year, and I hope to make, along with my wonderful clients, a fantastic photo year.

I hope you will all watch me grow and take this journey of life, doing what I love and the laughs and cries a mother of two always faces.   Keep watch for new and exciting things at Tambi Lane Photography, where I hope to help you all make your life, ART!

For now, I leave you with my favorite photo from my time in Hawaii, a more sentimental one, this is the beautiful "Miss Bibbles" who I was snuggled up with on a hammock, enjoying her, along with her new parents.  This little peanut, has stolen my heart, from the moment I photographed her entering the world in October to the first smile and an attempt at a giggle, she has completely won me over.

Thank you Peaz family for making this trip to Hawaii a memorable and special one.  I am so blessed to be able to watch your family grow and be a part of your lives.  From the very beginning I have captured your lives in my camera, and you have continued to be one of my favorite clients, friends, chosen family, and all around special people.

Happy New Year, 2011, may you all find the "Art" in your lives as well.

Dragons, sword fighting and hide-and-seek {Portraits}

Every once in awhile you need to be reminded what's important in life. I get busy, and my daily list of to-do's starts taking over. I quickly forget to take a minute to enjoy what's "right now" in my family, and actually live...really live.

I had the pleasure of spending one of our beautiful late September, warm mornings with an adventurous 3 year old and his mother. I met Sarah months ago and was excited to photograph her and Ian as they enter a new chapter in their lives together.

We decided on a favorite spot of the two of them, one that Ian found comforting, and might not mind so much the "intruder" on their morning play. We started with a walk, he showed me his bug he'd been holding onto for the car ride and then we went exploring.....

What I had in mind was a regular family session, beautiful photos of mom and son, in the gorgeous woods of Aspen Hall. What I got was a magical world of hide-and-seek, Dragon hunting, sword fighting and pretend camp fires and the best smores I've ever had. Following this mom around on {what I found to be} a "normal" morning for them was one of the best ways I could imagine spending that morning. The imagination on this doe eyed three year old was incredible, as him and his mother ran through the woods flying to our next destination. I quickly snapped when I could and managed a few eye contact photos with little Ian.

I wasn't merely an observer either. I got to seek for the two hiding, and search for creatures hiding in the woods. We turned mom into a frog and and found refuge in a cabin.

While I can say technically, tromping through the woods, dark woods I might add, did not manage to produce the crisp, perfectly-in-focus photos I normally like, what I did get surprised me as well. The story, is sometimes more important than the actually quality, and the memories that this mom will always carry with her of a normal morning with her son.

Thank you Sarah and Ian for showing me sometimes the to-do list can wait, and while I strive for perfection, it's more about the moment every time. I hope these photos only do our adventure justice....I will never look at Aspen Hall as anything less than a magical place, with dragons and the best smores I've still ever had.

Sarah and Ian; a dragon hunt. from Studio 3 bend on Vimeo.

Holiday fever already?? {templates}

So the kids are back in school, we've all {trying} adjusted to our new "schedules" and now it's time to start thinking about the family photo tradition! I know in our house this is practically the only time I can get all three of together for a once-a-year new photo. Yes, even the photographers kids hate having photos taken.

So this year, lets make it fun. Start thinking early, planning ahead and hopefully the daunting task will be turned into a fun family day. If you book your sessions early this year, before November 1st, you can take part in one of my Holiday "teenie" sessions.

What does this mean?
2o minutes sessions, anyone can do that....even Dad.

What do I get?
20 minutes with me! plus 25 5x7 folded holiday cards, envelopes included.

Can I buy extra cards? I have a big family!
Of course! Additional packs of (25) are $70. I also carry different sizes. I'll work with you, maybe you want postcards for the rest of the Holiday card list?

What do the cards look like?
Good question! All designs are fully customizable.

Okay, so know that you've seen the designs, what are you waiting for? In studio and location shoots available, limited sessions taken. Pick up the phone already......

Speedlight Flash techniques {workshop}

Studio 3 presents
Speedlight Flash Techniques by Byron Roe Photography

Thursday, September 23rd
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Networking and refreshments 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm
at Bend’s NEW Photography Studio Co-op, Studio 3

Studio 3 | create • inspire • for hire
558 9th Street, Suite 5, at 9th and Wilson
between Country Catering and Pakit Liquidators
www.studio3bend.com

Spice up your photography with easy speedlight flash techniques.

Separate your work from other photographers and get more creative with your photography by using small "speedlight" flashes. Using flash doesn't need to be complicated or scary but can be a great way to broaden the "tools" you'll need to get consistently great shots regardless of the available light. This workshop will focus on basic speedlight flash technique using Nikon equipment but the concepts will transfer over to anyone looking to use these small, "off camera" flashes with an SLR camera, or even natural light photographers who simply want to see what can be accomplished with supplemental lighting. We'll cover multiple ways of positioning one or more flashes to light people using diffusers and reflectors, how to light people naturally with flash to work in conjunction with ambient light, and of course setting your camera and flash to make it all seamlessly work! Focus will also be given to techniques and tips covered come from a recent 2- day workshop with speedlight master, Joe McNally.

This workshop is geared toward the basic to intermediate photographer.

Byron Roe Photography We are a husband and wife team specializing in on location wedding photography based in Central Oregon.
www.studio-br.com

Registration is $59 and includes the 2-hour workshop and refreshments/networking time afterward. For more information, contact { Studio 3 } studio3bend@gmail.com, visit our website www.studio3bend.com, or call Kimberly at (541)410-6368.

To register, simply visit our website, or send a check or money order payable to Studio 3 Bend for $59 to Studio 3, 558 SE 9th St. Suite #5, Bend, OR 97702, along with the registrant’s name, email and phone number.

This workshop is sponsored by Incredible Events and Flash, Ink!

Introducing Studio 3 {contest}

I have had one busy summer. New business ventures. Yes...I'm opening a new studio with two of my favorite photographers, Kimberly Teichrow and Jeff Kennedy. Needless to say we are working ourselves to near death, and leaving no time for a fun filled summer, which apparently slipped by practically unnoticed.

Along with shooting and sharing the studio space, we are anxiously awaiting our first workshop, on Speed Light Techniques, taught by the lovely husband/ wife team, Bryon and Wendy Roe, of Byron Roe Photography.

We're having such a great time, and want all of our great clients and fellow photographers to have as much fun as we do. For this first workshop we are offering a {FREE} ticket, with a fun contest in mind. Come see our new Studio blog and find out how to get your {FREE} pass.

Shooting for Joy {personal}

I've been wanting to get out and shoot for fun, with a theme and props and a perfect style, that really speaks to me. I have been finding several photographers on Facebook, ones I enjoy, and can feel the emotion behind their work. My favorite at the moment is an amazing woman named Deb Schwedhelm.

Her work is simply beautiful and so completely emotional. So, my project for the month....

I found a model here in town, the beautiful TJ Reese. She was willing and totally up for the challenge. We are scouting the best "off the beaten path" location. Shopping around for the perfect add in props and vintage clothes to complete the look and what we will come up with will be incredible...I'm sure of it.

This is the type of photography I love. I want to do more of it. I think it's why I love Boudior so much, the romance, the beauty the energy. I hope in the next few months I can revamp my style just enough, so that these types of photographs are the ones I'm known for. That people will come to me not only for a great portrait, but a piece of art. I think that's when my heart is the happiest, when I am creating a beautiful piece of art for a client.

I'm so anxious to show you the final product. But for now, to send you off in style, a little snap shot of Taylor I did the other day. I think I might use this one for my new business cards.