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alice {girl vs. grown up}

By now, you have most likely concluded that I am a wedding and lifestyle portrait photographer.  Here is what you probably don't know:

In addition to (or maybe instead of) my photographer persona, most of my neighbors recognize me as the lady being pulled around town by my three dogs (or as I like to call them "the girls").  Ironically, I still think of myself as a girl, but really I'm a grown woman.

In addition to being creative, running my business has lots of grown up responsibilities that I happily greet on a daily basis.  When I have a shoot, I arrive early, with back up equipment, a second photographer, and over fifteen years of experience.  But the minute I start taking pictures, I suddenly personify my absolute favorite part of the job... I become a girl with a camera. 

The girl in me remains enthusiastic, creative, warm, and ever enchanted with sharing photographs.  The grown up is experienced, professional, and reliable.  So over the many years of being self-employed, I've learned that the whole girl vs. grown up is not a contest. Rather, it is a rare combination that makes me uniquely talented in photographing life's big events and little moments.

p.s.

My sister wants me to tell you that I'm a graduate of Brooks Institute of Photography located in Santa Barbara, CA.  From there, I went on to build my wedding and portrait business in San Francisco and Los Angeles.  Currently, I'm finding my latest niche in the amazing state of New York! 

Thank you for coming by.  I hope to hear from you soon!

Monthly Archives: February 2009

i heart the skirball {new portfolio}

Feb 11, 2009

Recently, I’ve talked about how difficult it can be to make time for updating my portfolios. Well, I was so thrilled with my newest portfolio, that I just had to design another one, and pronto. Again, I’m in love with the results. Here is a glimpse of what is to come.
I adore...

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new wedding portfolio {has arrived}

Feb 3, 2009

I love checking the mailbox, even though it is usually just bills waiting on me, to bring them in and out of the cold. The occasional magazine always makes me happy, but when I get a package… look out! I’m like a kid on Christmas morning. Everything is on hold until that...

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dogs will be dogs {arlington, va}

Feb 1, 2009

Nanci never set out to own three dogs; but now, I don’t think she could have it any other way. She is the kind of caring person that people reach out to with their unwanted dogs. Lucky for Harry, Bandit, and Brandy, she is the kind of caring person that reaches back to...

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Anonymous - I have known Nanci for years and her passion and love for dogs. You have caputred some tremendous photos of Nanci and her family. Awesome. Doug

Anonymous - I love the photos, especially the action shots of Harry the Superdog and Flying Bandit. The ones with Nanci in them are the best!

Beth

Wowa - Personality! Personality! Personality! What a beautiful job of photography in capturing the expression of love between Nanci and her beloved pets. Thanks for sharing the lovely slideshow.

Silkina - These are absolutely beautiful and a nice way to start a day!! Bandito looking distinguished with his grey goatie, Brandy displaying her quiet feminine strength, and Harry the innocent-looking orchestrator of chaos ~ they're all absolutely adorable. Nanci, these are great pictures very warm, inviting, and a great display of affection between Humans and our pets! LOVE THEM

Katie - I really enjoyed the slide show, I know how much your babies mean to you, and it was captured. Your photographer did a great job, thanks for sharing!

John - Love the show, great action shots of Harry and Brandit. Beautiful pictures of Brandy and not to mention my mother!

Jennifer - What a great show. These are some great pics. My favs are the ones wih Nanci. You can feel the love :)

Noele - Alice -

If they were running you ragged it doesn't show! I think you really did a great job on these rascally dogs - and believe me - they can be rascally. And the shots with Nanci are wonderful too.

Nanci - Alice, what a suprise this morning. I absolutely love the show. Harry, Bandit and Brandy are my 4 legged childern they make me happy and I am glad they all made their way to me. I hope others will enjoy the photos of them - hey everyone please leave comments.