of a captive heart releases today! • a road less traveled

If you haven't heard the news yet, my hubby's band is releasing their newest album "Of A Captive Heart" today!

It's been a long time coming, and the music they've produced on this EP is the best ever. I am so proud of these guys and the hard work (and prayer) that has gone into this project. 

You can GO HERE to purchase the CD for just $5!

Here are a few of the promo images we shot a few months back. There are several more I'd like to prep, but that requires time...something that is very precious in our house these days. :)

Here's a recent video including one of their brand new songs "Chasing the Day"

And some shameless links:

Become a fan on FACEBOOK

Follow them on TWITTER

Watch them on YOUTUBE

OR, come to one of their CD release shows!

Nov. 4- The Heights Fellowship, Lubbock, TX 7:00 PM

Nov. 7- First Baptist Church, Levelland, TX 7:00 PM

Nov. 8- The Heights Fellowship (worship), Lubbock, TX 8:15 and 10:46

Nov. 18- Paramount Baptist Church, Amarillo, TX 7:00 PM  $10 gets you in the door + a FREE CD!

Nov. 20- First Baptist Church, Borger, TX 7:00 PM   $10 gets you in the door + FREE CD!

chris + ashley • lubbock, tx

You may remember these two from when I shot their wedding just last January. I just love Chris and Ashley and I know anytime I get to photograph them I will have a great shoot. Of course, they pulled it off in their normal laid-back fashion and didn't freak out when I asked them to pose by an old junky trailer and sit in a pile of stickers (sorry, Ashley!). :) It was good to see them again.

Love the fall colors with Ashley's hair.

If they look like fun people, it's because they are! 

for the love workshop

This post is to let you all know about a cool opportunity in the photo community- the For the Love Workshop. Here's how creator Ginny Corbett describes the workshop:

"For the Love" is not like any other workshop.  It's actually designed as a spiritual retreat where you will also be able to learn from successful photographers who rely on God for creative inspiration.  At "For the Love", you will encounter God in a deep way.  You will have a chance to get away from the constant demand of your career and seek God over your business in a quiet, secluded location.  You will not only draw inspiration from fellow photographers, believers, and friends, but also draw inspiration from the creator of creativity....God.  

I'm posting this because they are giving away a free spot to the workshop, and I'm SO hoping I have a chance! 

A few reasons I would like to go:

1) It's in Knoxville, one of my favorite places!

2) I'm realizing the importance of this little business of mine, specifically within God's kingdom. Nothing else really matters except that I'm using all I have for His glory.

3) I love the speakers- Lauren Clark, Ginny Corbett and Erik Clausen. Heck yes!

Another part of the contest was to post an image with scripture on it, and here's what I came up with. This is a verse I've been praying over several things in my life right now (this workshop included). In the photo is a man who does not yet know Christ, but he is writing out scripture onto the scroll. I'm believing for his salvation and so many others like him!

the pedroza family

As promised, the Pedrozas! Shawn and I have so enjoyed having these wonderful people right down the street from us. I still haven't gone over to borrow a cup of sugar yet. :)

More than that, I have such a huge respect for Marcus and Katlyn and the choices they've made because of God's calling on their lives. They'll soon be moving to Germany full-time, and although we will miss them, I can't wait to see what God does with them there! I'm so blessed to know them and little Carson. 

Here's a quote they recently shared with me which I love:

May God's passion disturb you to not grow comfortable with the things this world has to offer.

Carson and his travel buddy Ty. Carson has already been to 3 countries (soon to be 4). Pretty cool!

happy halloween!

Just wanted to wish you all a Happy Halloween! 

I got to photograph a couple cuties in their costumes this year- introducing Chloie the Kitty Cat!

And Carson the Elephant!

We did this right after their family photoshoot (coming soon!), so little Carson was doing his best!

I just had to include this one! Still so cute!