Papillon Sky Photography

wrapped up (self portrait)

2009-12-02T18:48:00.001-08:00

wrapped up, originally uploaded by Papillon Sky Photography {amy}.

I like being a photographer because I'm not the one being photographed. I know you probably won't believe me but I am incredibly unphotogenic. When other people take my picture they often catch me blinking or making some face, that my kind husband claims he never sees in real life. It's only the camera that can catch that split second where one eye is open and the other isn't!
That being said, I have challenged myself this year to do the 52 week self portrait project. I think I stopped about 14 weeks ago! It was too hard. Today, I decided to try again. And the first few pictures were awful (truly). The angle was weird and my face was distorted and my nose looked big. I had to run to the mirror to see if I looked that bad.
On my way back to my camera, an image popped into my head of me with a green scarf wrapped around my face. I put the scarf on, snapped about 4 pictures and voila. I was amazed. By blocking out silly facial expressions, I captured a part of myself, and one part I actually like--my eyes.
So, I can empathize with all of you who don't like to have your picture taken. It makes you feel very self conscious!

eyes like butterflies

2009-11-25T07:35:00.001-08:00

eyes like butterflies, originally uploaded by Papillon Sky Photography {amy}.

I'm playing with textures in Picnik, the online editing software that I use and absolutely LOVE! These are two of my favorite photos combined. It makes for an interesting effect!

"Capture the Essence of You" Mini Photo Sessions This Saturday

2009-11-10T12:19:00.001-08:00

love, originally uploaded by Papillon Sky Photography {amy}.

Where: Shelter Garden, Columbia, MO
When: 8:30-4:30
Who: Papillon Sky Photography 999-3791 or psphotography@rocketmail.com

Come to Shelter Garden this Saturday for another round of Mini Sessions! These 30 minute sessions are the perfect amount of time for families, and in this time, we will capture your family as you really are! The best photos are the ones caught in candid moments! You will not be disappointed with these professional quality images!

For $60 you get a priceless collection of family and individual portraits in a beautiful setting. All photos will be uploaded to Zenfolio in a private or public album (your choice). Then you and your family will be able to order top quality prints from Mpix, at a very reasonable price!

Bring things that reflect your family. Ideas include musical instruments, a blanket for sitting on, goofy hats, a bouquet of flowers, cherished stuffed animals, a book to read together, a football or kite, bubbles, and maybe umbrellas (it may rain a bit but that won't stop us).

All types of portraits are welcome: family, newborn or child portraits, pregnancy photos, pets, etc.

Call or email to set up your appointment today: 999-3791 or psphotography@rocketmail.com

2009-11-10T12:17:00.001-08:00

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DSC_7637, originally uploaded by Papillon Sky Photography {amy}.

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2009-11-10T12:14:00.001-08:00

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tree hugger

2009-11-10T12:13:00.001-08:00

tree hugger, originally uploaded by Papillon Sky Photography {amy}.

could it get any better?

2009-11-10T12:12:00.001-08:00

could it get any better?, originally uploaded by Papillon Sky Photography {amy}.

mother and son

2009-11-10T12:11:00.001-08:00

mother and son, originally uploaded by Papillon Sky Photography {amy}.

2009-11-10T12:10:00.001-08:00

DSC_7092, originally uploaded by Papillon Sky Photography {amy}.

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DSC_6724, originally uploaded by Papillon Sky Photography {amy}.

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DSC_7049, originally uploaded by Papillon Sky Photography {amy}.

DSC_7006

2009-11-10T12:04:00.001-08:00

DSC_7006, originally uploaded by Papillon Sky Photography {amy}.

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2009-11-10T11:51:00.001-08:00

, originally uploaded by Papillon Sky Photography {amy}.

Featured on Shutter Sisters

2009-11-09T16:15:00.000-08:00

My photo was featured on Shutter Sisters today! I am so honored!

First Day of School

2009-08-24T17:27:00.001-07:00

Here's some shots of my son Kai on his first day of school. These were features in the Missourian today.

More photos from the Shelter Garden shoot

2009-06-29T19:26:00.001-07:00

Photo shoot at Stephens Lake

2009-06-16T07:53:00.000-07:00

Click on the photos to see higher quality versions on each image.

What a fun family to photograph! I love my job! Stay tuned for more photos from this shoot!

Family Portrait Session at Stephens Lake

2009-05-05T06:50:00.000-07:00

This was the greatest family to photograph (and my first large family to photograph as well!). They were a fun and happy group of people! We were aiming for some candid type shots with everyone, as you can imagine, that's challenging with such a large group but I think we got some good ones.

Click on the photos to see them on Flickr--Blogger reduced the quality on these somehow and they don't look quite the same.

Family Portrait Sessions

2009-04-26T09:06:00.000-07:00

One Word Project: Reflection

2009-03-02T17:42:00.001-08:00

Here are my submissions for the Shutter Sisters One Word Project contest for February. My word was reflection. I didn't win but had fun playing. This month every has the same word: beautiful. Here's more information in case anyone out there wants to enter!
And hooray for March. Spring is not far away. Soon the grass will be green and the crocuses will be blooming!