Getting Back into the Groove

I flew to Miami a week ago in the hopes of ditching my little bout with bronchitis, finding warmer temps and being inspired.  I got the latter of the three and really, I think that was probably the most important and rewarding.  For a four day weekend, I was surrounded by five other women just as passionate about their families and photography as I am.  I packed light with only one little suitcase and my 50mm lens and started shooting the sunrise over Atlanta.

We were on the go non-stop, carrying heavy bags of gear and step ladders with us.

We were all photographers and the subjects, depending upon the time, location and vantage point.  And depending upon the time, location and vantage point, I learned more about how uncomfortable it can be being the primary focus and how to help alleviate that awkwardness.

We photographed sunsets.

And birds.

Architecture and fancy malls adorned with girls in short skirts and furry boots carrying their dogs in purses.

We photographed night and day.  Without any flashes (although I had brought mine along).

Did I say we photographed birds?

There was dancing and laughter.

And art in the Fairchild gardens.  Chihuly's work makes me swoon.  If only because I would love to work on this scale, but my torches limit me to work smaller than a child's fist.

I photographed lunches other than my own.

And was thankful when I returned home and was welcomed by smiling faces belonging to both strangers and my family.

My home is slowly being put back together, floors are getting mopped and my cough is disappearing as Atlanta reaches for the 60s this weekend.  A wedding has been added to my schedule.  There are some mini-sessions getting planned for this next month.

So far, 2012 is off to a rockin start and I can't wait to see what else is in store!