Meet My New Lens

Yesterday, I purchased a new (to me) lens, bringing my count up to 3. Yay!

I bought this zoom lens used from a local camera store. It’s nothing fancy, but it’s a start. I’m excited about the possibilities for ‘street photography’ – capturing daily life without being too conspicuous.

And don’t worry, I didn’t really wash it with my dishes.

I’m sure this lens will come in handy for next week’s wedding. I’m also excited about a few new filters that I’m expecting to arrive any day. Next on my list: an external flash.

The Corvette

I’ve been lusting after my neighbor’s gorgeous corvette for months. I happen to think that they are one of the sexiest cars ever. (sigh)

I kept meaning to ask if I could photograph it. Today, I finally went over to ask. He wasn’t home. Since the car was on the street, I didn’t feel too bad about taking a few pics.

   

Un Parti Français

Last night, I went to a lovely themed party, hosted by Devan, a friend and fellow photog-enthusiast). This girl is multi-talented. She’s got a knack for crafting an intimate setting and cooking delectable meals. The highlights were French onion soup, sautéed asparagus and brussel sprouts with bacon and a rich chocolate Pot de Crème for dessert. Alyssa (who you might recognize from my photos of her recent wedding) made a batch of minty chocolate truffles. Decadence!

    

What a wonderful way to spend an evening: dressing up and enjoying a wonderful homemade meal, laughing with friends and finishing it off with chocolate.

Handmade Earrings

My most recent hobby is jewelry making. I made these earrings yesterday and I love them!

Dramatic Citrus

Doesn’t this look like an oil painting?

No Parking

BMW

 

In case you are wondering, No – that is not my car, although I have sat in the driver’s seat once. Those seats cradle your body. Wonderful.

Lemonade

Thirsty?

I know this picture isn’t very exciting, but I just love the color. Mmm. Blue raspberry.

Hot Rollers

 

A Geek at Work on Casual Friday

During the day, I am a geek. A computer nerd. A cloud computing junkie. I happen to work in an office with a lot of great people. I get excited about new technology and showing people how to be more efficient in their computer use.

Want to see more of my geeky side? Check out my other blog: Rather Geeky – Productivity Tips for Normal People.

 

Side note: I’m rather proud of my first attempt at the red/teal combination (the earrings and shoes). I think red and teal are adorable together – plenty of clean contrast.

THE Dress.

I found THE dress to go with THE shoes (yes, the same ones that I’ve been photographing so much lately).

When I showed this dress to my mom, she asked: “But what’s it for?”

My response: “Who cares what it’s for? It’s adorable!”

I think it would be the perfect let’s-go-have-a-drink-at-a-fancy-place dress. Or perhaps a twirl-me-around-the-dance-floor-just-one-more-time dress.

Oh, the possibilities.

Total cost of this outfit: $25. (I rock at thrifty shopping.)

Side note: I found this dress at “A Treasure Box,” a consignment store located off Kent Kangley before the intersection at Witte Rd. in Maple Valley.

Flirt!

These are a few of my favorite eyeshadows, carried by Kohls. I thought they made a cute statement with the shoes.

See more of these shoes here.

Shells and Outdoor Things

All of these lovely items were found outside a friend’s house.

The Stuffed Cottage

One of my friends owns an adorable little shabby chic gift shop. I took a few pictures there as part of my ‘Windows and Doors’ photography expedition.

Such a cute place!