Round 2 for Kayla!

Round 2 for University of Tampa. I LOVE that campus. It gives some of the most beautiful backgrounds. Our subjects for today were Kayla & Jake, seniors of local Hillsborough schools. It's funny how this worked out. Back in August or September, Kayla, a student from my psychology class, said that she wanted me to do her prom pictures... Months later, in May, she actually remembered saying that & wanted to book a session. We went to her family's home & did photos of her and her date. After that, they booked a graduation session. I enjoyed being able to walk around the UT campus & photograph such special moments with their family.

We chose the University of Tampa because starting this fall, Kayla will be a Spartan :)

The Graduates: Kayla & Jake

The parents rejoice in their new freedom

The whole gang came out to support the graduates!

Don't worry girls, she'll only be 30 minutes from home!

Class of 2011- Spoto High & East Bay High

Class of 2011

What a day! I was able to finish off the evening with a graduation shoot at the University of Tampa. The subjects of this shoot were Sarah (a student of mine) and her friend, Kayleigh. I enjoyed walking through parts of the campus & using it to create fun graduation shots!

We started this session with a duo-pose with one of my favorite backgrounds- brick!

We also spent some time taking individual shots. Sarah.

Kayleigh.

Finally. They can jump for joy because their day finally came. Class of 2011!

A Morning with the Teeden Family

Today I had the opportunity to hang out with the Teeden Family. I guess I'm becoming a bit of a regular at Simmons Park, because it's the third shoot there in a month :)

We started our adventure off with a family shot- hoping to catch some of the beautiful water in the background. Mission accomplished!

Poor Logan has such sensitive eyes. So the boys spent a lot of time encouraging him. Mom was ready for the shot though! :)

After a short shade break, Logan seemed refreshed.

Alrighty, we made it to the playground!!

Tyler was all smiles coming down the slide!

Logan appears to be in deep thought while swinging

Momma's time for a photo with her precious Tyler

Dad with his precious Logan

Mom & Dad sneak away for their own shot. Happy 10 Year Anniversary!!

We ended with one last family shot. They are in GATOR colors, but the photo is in black & white, opps!!

Logo for Pacey Photography!

Thank you to Brittany Austin for creating such a wonderful logo for Pacey Photography!

Simmons Park

I was blessed to spend some time Saturday morning hanging out at Simmons Park on Apollo Beach getting to know the family of a co-worker & photograph their children.

Little Gracie was so intrigued by this big honking piece of metal staring at her... So intrigued, that she gave beautiful eye contact :)

The Rodriguez Children. One of the coolest things I noticed was how many times Kelly went into this pose- leaning on her big brother. So sweet.

Bryce's First Birthday Party

Terrena, a co-worker of mine, allowed me to photograph her son's 1st birthday party! It was a great time & we were able to capture some happy times with close family & friends.

The Birthday Boy, Bryce, really enjoyed his cake. He was probably one of the funniest 1 year olds to watch eat. He actually has a hand print on his face... which happened within about 10 seconds!

He turned One Year!

Her eyes are captivating.

As are his.

Grandma.

Grandpa.

Amazon Calling...

For many of us, it is hard to really understand what this world is. Since I teach social studies, I am constantly challenged to ponder that idea. The differences among societies and people groups, how our view on life differs and so on. I realize that this world I know-- is not the same for everyone.

For whatever reason, the Lord convicts me of this. Really, it's not for "whatever" reason. It's because the bible instructs us to be in the world, but not of the world. On Sunday, Pastor Craig mentioned that...

Even though part of me is ready to just pick up, travel, and share with others about the Lord... I have a purpose here in Tampa (or maybe I'm a coward). This summer, the Lord is giving me a taste with the mission trip to the Amazon River! I'm super excited that the Lord is allowing me... a flawed follower of his, to experience another land. To be able to just share. Talk about life. And rejoice in the salvation we have from the Lord. It is truly an honor that the Lord chooses to use me for any purpose of his...

I need to raise $2000 in one month!? Hard for me to wrap my mind around. BUT I have a faithful God. To help raise money for the Amazon trip, I am doing photos for donations. People can get an hour photo session and receive a cd of all edited photos for any donation above $50. By taking this option, clients will receive quality photos, ridiculously low price & will help with an eternal cause.