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Here is a subject I know EVERY photographer is guilty of. Gear envy. We’ve all had it. I’ve had it. Whether is the latest body style, most popular computer and monitor, or the best lenses. It’s something that exists in all creative fields. I would see other photographers using the latest models and most expensive lenses, and I thought […]

What Every Photographer Is Guilty Of

April 5, 2016

Are there any other mamas or papas out there that feel this way? Keep reading to know what I mean. I started taking photos long before the digital age came, before I got married, and way before we had Penelepe. I talk about how photography came into my life here 😉 I know every photographer has […]

I have a confession to make…

March 30, 2016

December 17th was the date drilled in my head. I know they say babies are hardly ever born on their due date, but I was optimistic 🙂 However, date had come and gone. No Penny. Next day…no Penny. And the next and next…still no baby girl. I walked and walked, ate spicy food, did all the […]

She has my whole heart | Penelepe Violet Smith

January 15, 2016