time just got away from me.

July 7th, 2010 at 10:44 am. Posted in Just Rachel.

I haven’t blogged in almost two weeks.  Wowzers.   I promise, I have a good great excuse.  Promise.  In the past two weeks, my photography “business” has come alive.    Do I think i’m the best?  No.  Do I have a LOT to learn?  ABSOLUTELY.   But I want to be good at this more than I have ever wanted anything in the whole world ever.   In two weeks, I have shot a wedding, beach portraits with a mother and daughter, 3 portrait sessions with individuals and one with a brother and sister.  I’ve sat up late at night editing my little heart out to get the pictures back to the families ASAP.  I’ve shot in 100 degree heat with 12 pounds of gear around my neck (no really.  those lenses are HEAVY).  I’ve gotten so nervous that I thought I was going to PUKE.  But you know?  I think i’m getting the hang of this.

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Lindsey said... Jul 7, 2010 @ 10:48 am

Looks FABULOUS! I’m definitely going to come out and have you do mine soon!!
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Lisa said... Jul 7, 2010 @ 10:49 am

I just shot my first wedding on Saturday! So nerve wracking, but also awesome. Beautiful shots! <3
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Jen said... Jul 7, 2010 @ 10:53 am

Gorgeous pictures! And good luck with the photo business; it looks like you’re off to a great start.
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Arielle said... Jul 7, 2010 @ 11:43 am

The pics are gorgeous!!
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Carly said... Jul 7, 2010 @ 12:09 pm

so beautiful!
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Emily said... Jul 7, 2010 @ 12:42 pm

Great pictures! :) I really want to get better at it too, maybe not start my own business like you have but I want to get serious.

I bet you’ll get really busy soon with photography ;)
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Erin said... Jul 7, 2010 @ 12:57 pm

Your photos are lovely. I wish you were here and could take my maternity photos!!!

Mindy said... Jul 7, 2010 @ 1:13 pm

That mom and daughter picture is beautiful!
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Stevie said... Jul 7, 2010 @ 2:05 pm

Awesome! Beautiful photos. My sis-in-law is also working on a new photography business, and it’s been so fun to see her creativity blossom and her business grow! Good luck to you!
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ens said... Jul 7, 2010 @ 2:26 pm

everything looks really great! I love the 2nd to last photo – the lighting is great.
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Cait said... Jul 7, 2010 @ 3:06 pm

These are all so beautiful! You did a fantastic job.
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Stacey Paradise said... Jul 8, 2010 @ 6:03 am

You are doing such a wonderful job! Your photography is beautiful and it’s amazing to watch it progress and evolve. I’ve never met you and I’m so proud of you! I’d be honored to have you shoot me. :)
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Suburban Sweetheart said... Jul 8, 2010 @ 9:09 am

They’re beautiful – and I love seeing you so happy and excited and proud!
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Alyssa said... Jul 8, 2010 @ 9:33 am

I particularly adore #4 :) Fun stuff!!!
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Nora said... Jul 8, 2010 @ 9:52 am

So WHEN i see you again, can I bribe you to take a few photos of me!? Love the shots. You capture the essence of the moment for sure.
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Veronica said... Jul 8, 2010 @ 11:31 am

Good for your! I’m happy you are following your dreams. The pictures look amazing by the way. Keep it up, I’m sure in no time you’ll be known all over the wedding circuit. :)

tillie said... Jul 8, 2010 @ 3:40 pm

beautiful shots. so inspirational.
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Doniree said... Jul 8, 2010 @ 3:58 pm

STUNNING! I am so proud of you! :)
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Paige said... Jul 8, 2010 @ 7:39 pm

Exciting! Congrats!
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Elizabeth said... Jul 8, 2010 @ 8:23 pm

I’m glad you’re having so much fun! That’s so important.
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Lacey Bean said... Jul 9, 2010 @ 12:06 pm

I think they’re fantastic!! I really want to do a shoot with you one day. :)
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E.P. said... Jul 9, 2010 @ 4:58 pm

Looking good!

And hey, a thing with dealing with the heaviness: carry the camera on your shoulder, not over your neck. I find that helps me out a TON. (:
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rebekah said... Jul 9, 2010 @ 5:19 pm

You really have such an eye for framing these shots! Lovely, lovely.

Gemini said... Jul 9, 2010 @ 5:52 pm

My dear…I think “got the hang of it” is the understatment of the year :D
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Lee said... Jul 9, 2010 @ 5:54 pm

All of the pictures are beautiful, but the mother/daughter pic is gorgeous! I would hang that print in my home.

Good luck with your business.

Veronica said... Jul 10, 2010 @ 2:40 am

Wow.. those are beautiful! You’re doing a great job, and the only way you’re gonna get better is to keep doing it. Congrats on all the work! I hope it keeps coming in!
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Terra said... Jul 11, 2010 @ 6:21 am

Glad to hear it’s taking off and those photos are absolutely beautiful!
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Heidi said... Jul 11, 2010 @ 4:11 pm

your pictures are absolutely STUNNING. Congrats re: ALL of this, I’m so so so happy for you :) xox
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Gooseberried said... Jul 12, 2010 @ 1:07 pm

Great job, Rachel! I remember reading your tweets about hoping to get into the business and get it up and running and look! You have!

Proud of you. Keep it up!
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Kiley said... Jul 12, 2010 @ 9:37 pm

STUNNING.
congrats on 1) doing what you love and 2) just following your dreams! :)

Caroline said... Jul 14, 2010 @ 1:38 pm

I found your blog on the welcome home blog and loved your tale of your homecoming, brought good tears to my eyes.
Look forward to reading more of your blog :)

erin - heart in ireland said... Jul 14, 2010 @ 2:22 pm

gorgeous photos!
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Chelsea Talks Smack said... Jul 15, 2010 @ 11:01 am

You’re so incredibly talented darling, BEAUTIFUL.

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