Siesta Key, FL Round 2

Siesta Key, FL

I had the opportunity to take a few days off from work before the chaos started of moving to Ohio, and head to Siesta Key, FL with my parents. It was nice to get away and not think of all the stress I was going through. Below are a bunch of pictures that I took from the vacation. Enjoy! :)

Chicago at Night Time

On one of my last weekends in Chicago, I decided to spend an evening going around to my favorite landmarks in the city. Every since I've gotten my camera I have just wanted to capture the city's skyline. This was the last time I could do it and I am happy with the results. I am going to get a canvas picture and I think I might pick the skyline. It's been a great 2.5 years here and I am excited for the times I can come back and visit! I will definitely miss what this city has to offer.

Environmental Portrait

My brother Chris was kind enough to let me come over and take some pictures of him doing what he loves best, playing guitar. He was patient and even made some suggestions for me, which was super helpful. On this journey of learning photography, it's helpful to have people with patience who will let me figure everything out and let me be creative. Whenever I come from taking pictures of someone or something it just makes me more excited about doing photography! This was a great practice shoot for me and it was great to have it be with my big brother! Thanks, Chris you were awesome! :) Call me when you need your next album cover shot! I'm pretty cheap!

Navy Pier

On Saturday, February 11, I went out to Navy Pier to volunteer at a gymnastics competition representing the Special Olympics. It was a great event to be at and see all the little gymnasts. Made me wish I was that young and that in shape again! The highlight of my day though was going out along the pier and taking pictures. These were two of my favorites. I've never been on a ferris wheel and everytime I see the one at Navy Pier, I always want to ride it! One day it will happen....hopefully one day soon :)

Chicago Theater Edited in Lightroom

I've been learning the wonderful workings of Adobe Lightroom to edit photos that I have been taking. This is another of the Chicago Theater. Just brightened up the colors to make it stand out more against the blah colored buildings behind it. It's really fun to photograph all of these historical and well-known places. Chicago really had a lot to offer when it comes to photography!

Millennium Park Magic

One of my best friends from HS came to visit Chicago with her boyfriend. One thing they wanted to do was go ice skating in Millennium Park so of course I jumped at the opportunity to get some photo ops. This was a really sweet moment & I am happy to have caught it for them. I got many pictures of them skating around, smiling & having fun, but this one was pretty special. When they came around the curve, Sam took Kristen and planted one on her. It was spontaneous and beautiful. I hope they like the photos! :)