Happy Mother's Day!

We had brunch at a local winery this morning. We ate in what was essentially a big warehouse so the lighting was awful (as you can see by some of the funky shadows). I'll have to try some fill flash next time. I always avoid using the flash because it's so harsh, but I forget that it can be useful--plus I can turn it down. Something to practice in the future!

Naomi Rose

Finally! A beautiful day! Perfect picture-taking weather...

Introducing my newest photography subject...

Wow! It's May, and I haven't posted any photos all year! How did that happen?! Oh, yeah...Meet my daughter:

Sea turtle

The only thing I photographed more than geckos...sea turtles! I adore sea turtles. Here's my favorite shot:

Gecko

I took a ton of gecko pictures, but this is my favorite. Love the color contrast:

Humpback whales

A strong argument for a better zoom lens...Do you think I can convince my husband? :)

Kona pictures!

My husband and I just got back from Kona, Hawaii. What I should be doing: laundry, grocery shopping, getting back to reality. What I am doing: photo editing, of course. Here's a few to whet your appetite...