...Peace. Love. Photography.

Natural Light...Natural lil' Beauty.

2011-11-13T22:41:00.000-05:00

This is a little beauty I recently photographed. Between clothing changes, she found a spot right where a ray of light was beaming through the home. I love these natural shots of her. No posing or lighting necessary :) <3

Walks 'Round Charleston

2011-11-05T11:15:00.020-04:00

On a vacay to Charleston, SC. I spent some time taking walks with my camera. This city is so refreshingly different. A unique place that is all it's on. Though I was most fascinated with it's greenage.

EmpowHERment

2011-09-05T23:44:00.000-04:00

I was granted the opportunity to volunteer at a Back to School EmpowHERment event geared towards young girls, 8th-12th grade, in the Charlotte Mecklenburg school system. My job, document with my camera. The event was birthed from a vision of one of my dear friends, Carrie Cook. And she made it happen. There were over 100 girls to attend, led by an amazing group of motivated women craving an opportunity to mentor and empowHER, young ladies in our local school system. The event included a panel of successful, independent, and focused women telling their struggles and triumphs with self esteem, education, growth, and womanhood. Also included was an physical activity session educate the girls on fitness through dance, a drama/expressions session, various group activities and educational sessions, and closing with journaling/meditation.

All of the volunteers were there to empowHER our youth, but I can't help but to acknowledge the way that I was impacted by my time soaking in the energy of theses other women and the presence of these girls. I can't remember the last time I was so touched by such an BEAUTIFUL and EXTRAORDINARY group of women and girls. Now there's something for POSITIVE news.

Baby and his Mommy

2011-07-20T19:04:00.000-04:00

I have a new appreciation of babies and their mommy's. When I am doing photo shoots I attempt to capture a connection between the parents and children. I typically give little direction. I simply encourage the mommys to just engage naturally with their child, and the relationship unfolds before the camera. And it's funny how most of the time, the baby falls asleep right in the mother's arms in the middle of the shoot. This lets me know that I have captured real interactions that are organic, as the child is at ease with the entire scenario at hand. Also, I just love knowing that the child is comfortable during their time with me as well.

Big Thunder (Bedagi) Wabanaki Algonquin

2011-06-13T21:27:00.000-04:00

The Great Spirit is in all things, he is in the air we breathe. The Great Spirit is our Father, but the Earth is our Mother. She nourishes us, that which we put into the ground she returns to us....

Her Mother

2011-05-09T18:51:00.000-04:00

Although photographing the child, I am often times inspired by the mother. Her strength, her love, her beauty.

Sips of Sweetness

2011-05-04T14:53:00.000-04:00

Honeysuckles are one of my childhood memories from Grandma's house. They grew on the fence in her backyard. The smell of them takes me back to playing out there with my brother and cousins, and little sips of sweetness.

Rainbow Light

2011-04-27T20:22:00.000-04:00

We were playing in the autumn leaves.

I love rainbows.

I recently fell in love with rainbows after I encountered one that was beyond belief in its size and clarity. It was perfect.

Its audacity.

I've always appreciated the unique character that sun spots and other light artifacts create when they invade my lens. I'm also partial to my little cousin Mason admiring my big bro in the background.

Remnants

2011-04-21T22:52:00.000-04:00

Often when I walk, I walk with my head down. Thinking. Searching. Observing. I saw remnants of what once was. I was sad for this leaf, and what it used to be. I wonder what storms it has weathered. What elements it has been exposed to. It's not the same, but the impression it has left on the concrete will last. Always. Bittersweet.

Dawn of Light

2011-01-17T18:50:00.000-05:00

A photoshoot of my aunt Dawn, in which I realized the power of light, and lack there of.

New/Tradition

2011-01-03T19:06:00.000-05:00

a hidden performer...#30

2010-12-31T16:01:00.000-05:00

...I found this little handsome guy under a tractor trailor truck bed. I enjoyed working for his smile and trust.

The Dance March

2010-12-25T23:12:00.000-05:00

I am so captivated by the Native American people, the culture, the music, the wisdom, their appreciation of nature, their resiliency. By the things that they believe in, by everything that they teach, by their message of peace, their desire for harmonious living. By far one of my favorite subjects to capture and share.

Turquoise man

2010-12-11T01:24:00.002-05:00

Westside

2010-12-04T14:37:00.000-05:00

Silhouette

2010-10-19T23:40:00.000-04:00

"Life is moving faster than I thought it would
So I close my eyes trying to slow down the world
But then I took my head from the pillow bed
I rub my eyes see a silhouette
See You standing there
I feel the sun touch on my skin
I watch the sky be born again
As if I'm right there
And its all for me"

Kosi...a little star

2010-10-07T19:30:00.001-04:00

Kosi (kOsEE)

2010-10-05T17:58:00.000-04:00

Welcome to the World, Savannah

2010-09-27T23:49:00.001-04:00

This is my best friend Tia, and her husband Mike's, new little angel, on her 3rd day of born life. I was there the day that Tia and Mike met. It's fascinating to see how relationships begin, grow, and culminate. It's kinda neat to see the merging of these two people that I love so much, into such an incredible physical form.

She is as beautiful as they are individually. As beautiful as their relationship. As beautiful as they are together.

She is Savannah Faith.

And she did such a good job on her 1st photo shoot. She sweetly put up with us for a very long time :)

Ice Cam

2010-09-24T23:48:00.000-04:00

Camryn

2010-09-23T07:10:00.000-04:00

Happy Birthday, Carrie Lee

2010-09-19T18:51:00.000-04:00

An honoring of 77 years of life. Carrie Lee was born September 12th, but her birth certificate is marked September 14th because the doctor wasn't able to make his way to her to sign the certificate for 2 days. And so she celebrates her birthday twice.

I told her I really wanted to document her. And I was so gracious when she allowed. As we were chatting (I love the sound of her voice. I missed it. She loved me and took care of me when I was away from my family) her grandson and his family came by to visit. Here is "Granny", with her youngest great-grand baby. She has generated a lineage of 7 children, 9 grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren.

I've become so fascinated with life. Life is so precious, in all of its ages and stages. I love the energy of the young and the old. Young vibrant energy and aged calm energy. The vessels of the young waiting to be filled, and those of the aged overflowing of wisdom . Life should be esteemed, new life and old life alike. And much can be learned from both. Taking it in.

She is our Mother Nature

2010-08-23T21:36:00.000-04:00

We owe her for the beauty she provides and the life she sustains.

Want to be a part of the movement?
www.bushbroads.blogspot.com

Featured Artist Recognition

2010-07-30T21:33:00.000-04:00

I was selected to be the Featured Artist on a blog that highlights women of color who are art, fashion, and beauty conscious. This blog is a wonderful read. Follow it. Here's my interview! Check me out.

Meesh..the Great

2010-07-18T22:36:00.000-04:00

This is Meesh...Michelle "Meesh" Flowers....fotographer and friend. And she really is great. Here she is in her awesome greatness.

DaVita

2010-07-12T20:59:00.000-04:00

Her art is fashion. Her inspiration is found in color, print, and garment shape. I enjoyed watching her work. Creating. Its funny how all different types of art can inspire you. I was inspired.

www.renegadesregalia.com

tude-att-i

2010-07-07T19:42:00.000-04:00

She got an attitude at me.

support small businesses

2010-06-21T00:21:00.000-04:00

She politely asked "May I continue to work?" She's a loving grandmother, with a kind and gentle energy. She runs a little hardware store. And everything you need is there.

hoops n dreams

2010-06-07T21:41:00.000-04:00

Mr. Deese

2010-06-01T21:59:00.000-04:00

I never knew his name. But I surely knew his car. Everyone does. Coasting down Beatties Ford Rd. But I saw his car parked one day and decided to approach him and attempt to get to know him a bit. It was my pleasure. I made a friend.

And now I know his name is Mr. Deese.

Alex's Post

2010-05-29T13:17:00.000-04:00

Today I'm sharing my blog with my little sister Alex, aka my "mini me". She's 15 years old. She grabbed my camera for the first time ever and she didn't put it down for hours. She did a ton of shots of me and the girls. So all of these shots are hers. She captured me loving (and spoiling) them as much as they deserve.

Leilani celebrates 1 year of life

2010-05-25T18:22:00.000-04:00

If you've been following my blog, you would remember my precious little God Daughter's birth. I posted photos I took of her when she was about a week old. Well, now she's one year old! Her mother gave me the honor of naming her, and I chose the name Leilani, because in its Hawaiian origin, it means "Heavenly Child" and "Flower from Heaven". A "lei" is the familiar Hawaiian necklace of flowers, shells or feathers. It symbolizes regard and love for the person to whom it is given. Our flower from Heaven; Our Heavenly Child. Her first birthday party was a Luau themed celebration.

mingo's barber shop

2010-05-18T21:29:00.000-04:00

I've been working on a still documentary for the for the past few months and will continue to do so at least throughout the summer. I probably will share some photographs along the journey. I kinda have an idea and a vision, so we will see where the wind blows me with this one.

Mingo's is a barber shop that is located at the bottom of Beatties Ford Rd. where it turns to Trade St. The owner of Mingo's is a young gentleman who's grandfather was the original owner of the shop and handed it down to him. He's the barber in the 3rd shot.

I thoroughly enjoyed photographing inside this shop because I am so much more drawn to things and places that have a history and a story in its aesthetics. Places like this give me a sense of nostalgia, although from a time period before my own and one I never experienced, it feels like home and I get lost there. I wish I was there.

soPHEE pt. II

2010-04-23T14:00:00.000-04:00

She's dope...Listen

soPHEE pt.I

2010-04-21T02:20:00.000-04:00

Her physical beauty and her music parallel. Check her out...http://www.reverbnation.com/phee

evolution

2010-04-06T21:35:00.000-04:00

this is how they do...

2010-03-11T22:48:00.000-05:00

Awaiting

2010-03-02T22:00:00.000-05:00

Waiting on Jurnee...

persian backdrop

2010-02-17T18:10:00.000-05:00

We were going for the belly dancers (I'm currently taking belly dance lessons) but they had other obligations on the particular night :( Nonetheless, we went and the Persian cuisine was lovely and so was the ambiance of the spot. And the hot tea was on point as well.

rj

2010-02-13T19:39:00.000-05:00

Live on WUAG 103.1 FM

2010-02-03T19:11:00.000-05:00

Corinne

2010-01-27T20:51:00.000-05:00

Full of energy. Full of fun. Favorite phrase: "No, I just want to take a nap."

diplomate

2010-01-17T02:18:00.000-05:00

Prez

2010-01-06T21:54:00.000-05:00

Kaz n Dobe

2010-01-05T00:58:00.000-05:00

you do...i do

2009-12-30T23:45:00.000-05:00

I shot my first wedding in Negril, Jamaica. I couldn't have asked for a better place for this experience or a more supporting friend to give me the honor :^). I was very nervous at the "one shot" deal that accompanies events and one as important as a bride's wedding day. Luckily, I was dealing with a trusting (and relaxed) bride who had "100% faith in me" that I could beautifully capture her special day. She was quick to remind me of that and put me at ease. Her only instructions, "Don't worry. Do your thing. I know we'll love it".

(ah do-ah)

2009-12-25T20:33:00.000-05:00

nap time

2009-12-22T18:48:00.000-05:00

A sleeping artist...

and his sidekick taking watch over his art...

what his eyes see

2009-12-20T17:31:00.000-05:00

rockas

2009-12-19T18:45:00.000-05:00

through a window

2009-12-17T21:03:00.000-05:00