Lesson in Photography | Natural Light

On September 14, 2015 By LindyIn photography

If you wonder why I only book portrait sessions at the beginning or end of the day – this is why. We squeezed in a visit to Grinter Farms last week between church and lunch, which was unfortunately right around noon – the worst possible time of day to take outdoor photos. Notice the sun beating down on us, the awful shadows on our faces, and the squinty eyes? The “golden hour” right before sunset or right after sunrise is the best time for natural light. I will say I’m still happy we got to visit this huge, beautiful sunflower field. Next year we’ll be sure to visit much earlier or later in the day so I can get even better photos.

IMG_8846 copy — Thanks to Bobby for taking this photo.

IMG_8859 copy — Our friends Brandi, Lil’ W, and Bobby

Photo of the Day: Christmas Kitty

On December 17, 2014December 17, 2014 By LindyIn photography

This is the first time our cat Esme has made the blog in quite awhile. After taking some photos of Baby K with Christmas lights and putting her down for a nap, I returned to the living room to find Esme snuggled up next to the lights. Silly kitty! (Take Two of Baby K and Christmas lights is scheduled for the near future.)

Photo of the Day: TGIF

On July 11, 2014 By LindyIn baby, photography3 Comments

I’ve had quite the day at work today. Luckily I have this photo from yesterday evening to make me smile. She’s definitely got the “Rhodes eyebrow!”

7-11_IMG_0265 — Evening light streaming in the window on Baby K. As you can see, she’s in the “bubble blowing” phase.

Photo of the Day: Glowing Tree

On December 24, 2013 By LindyIn night photography, photography4 Comments

Our (real) Christmas tree this year! I know white lights are classy, but we still love the colored ones.

Photo of the Day: A Bright Union Station

On December 12, 2013December 11, 2013 By LindyIn night photography, photography

During our Thanksgiving trip to Denver, we attended the downtown lighting ceremony. Here’s a photo of the Union Station all lit up!

Photo of the Day: Denver Christmas Lights

On December 5, 2013December 5, 2013 By LindyIn architecture, night photography, photography, street photography4 Comments

During our Thanksgiving trip to Denver last week, we went to the downtown lighting ceremony and walked around the nearby shops while admiring the Christmas lights. The Denver event is nothing like the Country Club Plaza lighting in Kansas City in terms of scale, beauty, and crowds, but I actually enjoyed the low-key evening. It was picture-perfect, don’t you think?

Photo of the Day: Happy Halloween!

On October 31, 2013October 31, 2013 By LindyIn night photography, photography

Photo of the Day: The Golden Hour

On October 24, 2013October 24, 2013 By LindyIn nature, photography3 Comments

On our way home from the Maple Leaf Fest this weekend, I couldn’t help but pull over to snap a few photos of the countryside during the gorgeous golden hour before sunset.

And for those who are curious … here is my 20 week baby bump! I promise I won’t post too many of these self-portraits. 🙂

P.S. Happy 4th anniversary to my husband Jerod!

Photo of the Day: Rave Run

On May 21, 2013 By LindyIn photography

On Friday night a few of my friends participated in the Rave Run in Kansas City. The Rave Run is a 5k un-timed race through the dark, with lots of bright, flashing, neon lights; people wearing glow glasses, bracelets, and other crazy apparel; and rave music along the route. Since we weren’t racing the clock, it was fun to run alongside my husband and friends. Despite the fact that we held a conversation the entire time, we still finished in under 29 minutes, according to our watch. Obviously I couldn’t carry my Canon 60d while I ran, so my little point-and-shoot had to suffice.