*{April Self Portrait}*

So here is my April self-portrait done one night this past week...keeping true with my promise!

What makes this image special is the only light source is my computer monitor. I cranked that ISO up and love the grain.

Enjoy! Have a fabulous weekend!
Simply Me,
m

*{March Self-Portrait}* Southern CA Lifestyle Photographer

ME:
: I love pumps, and I want to be buried in a pair of Valentino's...Seriously!
: And believe it or not, when not in heels I am a complete Converse girl. My little Chucks are my most comfy pair of sneakers!
: I have no will-power when Thin Mints are sitting in my house.
: I've been kicked out of Sav-on Drug Store when I was in high school for goofing off with my girlfriends in the store and video taping all of the fun...I wouldn't doubt it if E.L. still has the video tape. DON'T YOU DARE POST.
: I was called to the principal's office once in my life. Fifth grade...writing on the picnic tables with friends. I was in tears convinced I would get the paddle in the office...I went to private school.
: I love the movie Top Gun...and the volleyball scene is epic.
: I *HATE* cleaning the shower...HATE is a strong word, and I'm not afraid to use it in this sentence!
: I love to vacuum. Instant gratification.
: I swear by designer jeans; I swear they fit better.
: I love to make people laugh and not take life too seriously.
: I absolutely love getting the mail everyday! And I hate it when it is just the Penny Saver in the box on Wednesdays.
: I say a prayer before each session that I may capture that particular family in an extraordinary way; I figure it never hurts to have the Big Guy on my side.
: I love watching Celebrity Apprentice. And I would not be afraid of telling Donald Trump who he should fire (referencing this past week's show)!
: I don't want my kids to grow up. I seriously want to freeze them at their current ages.
: I hope my kids call me often when they grow up and move out of the house. I think I'd be sad if I didn't have at least a quick 3 minute call with them daily.
: Complete turnoff-men that are arrogant. PUUUKKKEEE.
: I've climbed inside a pyramid in Egypt.
: I want to live in a loft-style home one day.
: I absolutely can't stand doing these self-portraits, but I am a girl of my word!

Until Next Time,
m :)

*{The Boots...January Self Portrait}*

Let me preface this post with, "What did I get myself into?!" OH MY GOODNESS! I did not think committing to one self-portrait a month would intimidate me so much! However, I spun wheels today while getting my "boots" shot for all of you for my January self-portrait. I don't know what I'm going to do for the next 11 months. I think I may have to drag the hubby or the kids in the portraits with me. What is funny about it is the fact that I am not shy in front of the camera!! I'm not gonna lie! I think it is actually fun being in front of SOMEONE ELSE'S camera!! But there is this whole awkwardness of a self portrait...trying to get the focus (when no one is in the frame to focus on because you are behind the camera), then setting the timer, to then run in the picture, and the most awkward moment of all...the camera is clicking down the seconds and I'm trying to figure out what emotion I want to portray on my face! Pure weirdness!!! I would feel MUCH more comfortable being in front of another photographer's lens! But I guess I'm going to have to get over it because I have 11 more to go!

However, I am easing myself into this whole world of awkward self-portraits by simply focusing on my feet this month. Actually, more so the BOOTS that are on my feet!! As you know, I posted in November a fabulous pair of boots that caught my attention, and I could not get them out of my mind. However, I was not very smitten of the price tag. So I kept hesitating to click the "Purchase Now" button. My lovely husband even wanted to buy them for me!! And something inside me was just saying no...even as much as I loved them and even with all the countless outfits I was pairing together with them! And now I know why...

I ventured over to the Steve Madden site and found them. Okay, so they aren't "Frye", but if you look at my old post and look at these suckers, there is no way you see a $400+ price difference!! It just about blew my mind! So good 'ole Mr. Madden, thank you for this fabulous find...and the good news is I got them on clearance for $69! SERIOUSLY!!! OMGosh...all leather!! And for the record I love them. And I'd like to thank my gut-feeling for making me hold off...because look at these...


I promise to show more of me next month!! I need to ease myself into this project...

Now I'm off to watch the Grammy's!
-m