The Olivia Act

The Olivia Act, named after one of the children killed in Newtown, was started by a photographer who wishes to be anonymous. Olivia’s family had family pictures taken a short time before she was killed. Those pictures are precious and now priceless to them. Upon hearing this, this photographer was moved to give away a 30 minute family photo shoot and has challenged other photographers to do the same. We go about our daily lives and sometimes we don’t take the time or have the resources to have family photos taken.

We will be taking nominations for a family who you think would appreciate this gift of memories. The session will take place in the Spring and will be completely FREE to the family being nominated. Please email me (racingrainphotogrphy (at) gmail (dot) com) your nominations subject titled "Olivia Act" and include a brief message on who you're nominating and the reason you'd love them to get this. The family chosen will be contacted via email, so please include their email address as well!

We'll be taking nominations anytime between now and December 31st. Please SHARE this status so your friends and family will know too! Can't wait to gift a family with these memories that can't be replaced or taken away!

And fellow photographers, please think about participating in the Olivia act too. ♥

Fall Memories

I love all the seasons, but I have been missing Fall a bit recently. I really think it has to be one of my favorite seasons next to Spring, Summer and Winter... I just really love the bright colors and the crispness in the air as the season changes. I also love that I am related to this great family, and that we have so much fun being together and making memories.

Dreaming Of Warmer Days

I was trying to come up with a fun and witty story to tell you today, but...no such luck. I have had a crazy busy week so far and I have a bag case of spring fever! It has made accomplishing much of anything difficult. So, until next time enjoy these fun family photos from last fall!

Images from a workshop with my friends Wendy and Tyler from Bluelily.

 

 

Toni and Anna

I had a fun shoot last week with some family friends and it was a blast! They were getting pictures taken as a gift for their husband/dad, such a cute idea!! I loved every minute of the time we spent together.

Do You Remember...

Days like this? Not the actual one outside, but the beautiful one in these pictures. I do, but they seem so long ago, especially on days like today. Who doesn't love a good day at the park with people you love? I know I love it. Besides, this was super fun and we should do it again! Enjoy this little taste of summer on this rainy/snowy/hailing April day!

Partridge-Youngdell Wedding

I had the honor of being the photographer at my friend Tiffany's Wedding. Thank you Tiffany and Jason for letting me share your special day! Here are just a few of my favorites.