Sneak Peek: Kyle Grad 2012 {Kyle Grad Photographer}

     Kyle Grad was a hot sunny day. Everyone was a little worried as the power was out in town all day the day before, but luckily it was back on for grad day. I had a great time taking photos throughout the day. They all looked so great. Congratulations Kyle Grad Class of 2012! All the best!

Week in Review: Camera Dragging Backgrounds!

       It started as me wanting a new desktop background for my computer. Since I was tired of all the default backgrounds I decided to make my own using the camera dragging technique.  
      Camera Dragging is when you set your camera's shutter speed very slow and at the same time you press the shutter to take the photo you quickly drag your camera across your subject to create an abstract looking photograph. 

     It is quite fun to play around with. You can get different effects by changing the speed and direction of the way you drag your camera, different subject matter and the length of your shutter speed. 

     I took these photos of my mom's flowers at the lake. I think some of them look like paintings and I now use one as my desktop background!

    Try it out sometime and see what kinds of abstract photos you can come up with.

Links I'm Loving:

- The Town of Kyle's new Website looks awesome! 

- This looks like an easy, fun summer treat!

- Anyone else watching the Calgary Stampede this week? 

- I think everyone should take the time to do these every once in awhile!

Highlights from the Week:

- Being in and photographing a great wedding on the weekend! 

- Watching the Stampede with Grandpa while editing photos

- Going wake-surfing for the first time

- First waterski of the summer

Looking Forward To: 

- Taking photos at my cousins wedding

- Mailing photo discs

- More summer fun! 

Sneak Peek: Grad Shoot {Swift Current Grad Photographer}

   I had a great afternoon taking this grad's photos in Swift Current! Swift Current Grad day was so windy but thankfully we found some spots that were somewhat sheltered from the worst of it. We took some in their friend's yard, Doc's town, the train tracks and at their place. Despite the wind it was a great day and everyone looked great! Congratulations! 

Week in Review: Back at the Lake!

    Summer is here and there is no where better to enjoy it then at the Lake! I have been very busy these last couple of weeks so I haven't been there as much as I would like but it sure is great to head down there at supper time and visit with family at the end of the day! I hope you are all enjoying your summer so far!

Here is a photo from last year. I need to get better at taking everyday personal photos. 

Links I'm Loving:

- Check out this neat Chandelier

- This is the background on my phone this month

- I love the bright summery colours in this photo

- This looks like a yummy summer recipe

Highlights from the Week:

- Taking photos at Frontier Days in Swift Current. Check out some of the candids here!

- Moving down to the lake

- Getting a lot of editing done

- Watching Canada Day Fireworks

Looking Forward To:

- Being in a wedding and taking photos this weekend

- Some nice lake days

- Hopefully get some waterskiing in soon

Sneak Peek: Wedding Shoot {Waskesiu Wedding Photographer}

    I was so excited when I arrived at Waskesui that Saturday morning to take wedding photos! I had never been there before and it is so beautiful! I took a quick walk to scout out some photo locations and I was blown away by how friendly everyone was. 

    The day was hot and sunny and I got to hang out with one of the best groups of people around! Everyone looked so good, especially the bride! The day was so fun and relaxed and I had such a great time taking photos of their special day! Thank you so much and Congratulations! I hope you enjoy your sneak peek. 

Frontier Days 2012 {Swift Current Documentary Photographer}

   This year I was asked to be the photographer at Frontier Days 2012 in Swift Current! I showed my horses in their Open and 4-H shows for 7 years back when I was in 4-H so when they asked me to take photos I was so excited to be involved again!
   In between all the livestock shows I took candids of the midway, horse shows, trade show, rodeo and entertainment. I hope you all had a chance to check it out and if you didn't I very much recommend you check it out next year!  Everyone did a great job organizing the fair. I had a great time!
   Here are some candids from the weekend.

If you are interested in purchasing photos from any of the livestock shows you can do so here: 

http://gallery.rachellehodginsphotography.com/index.php/Frontier-Days-2012

 

Week in Review: Crazy June Weather!

    This month has had some very interesting weather! Tornados, hail, lots of rain, scary looking clouds, lightning, strong winds and power outages have made June very interesting this year. As I am writing this I am sitting inside with no power, using the last bit of battery my computer has left. This crazy weather sure gives you a lot more respect for the power of mother nature! I hope everyone stays safe out there.
   Here are some iPhone shots of some of the crazy weather this month. Excluding a lightning shot which I accidentally deleted off of my camera :(  

Links I'm Loving: 
- These juice glasses are so cute for summer
- This week I have been so busy editing and I have been listening to this song a lot.
- Check out this guy's photos. He has been chasing some of the storms we have been having in Saskatchewan.


Highlights From the Week: 
- Took photos at a Waskesui wedding! It was beautiful!
- Got a lot of editing done
- Grad Photo Shoots!


Looking Forward To: 
- Being the photographer at Frontier Days in Swift Current
- Setting up my new storage shed