Crystal Bowersox: Farmer’s Daughter {Original}

Posted on March 10, 2010

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Painted Red White and Blue

Posted on March 9, 2010

I’ve lost my information as to who sent this image to me…. so if it was you, please peamail me again so I can give you proper credit.

This painting… speaks to me.  So glad to have worked on it!
-K







The Sweetest Thing

Posted on March 8, 2010

The Sweetest thing… Thank you  Carly for sharing this one…. it doesn’t get any sweeter than this!  Checkout Carly’s work at http://olcow.blogspot.com/

I wish I had a thousand images like this to paint! : )
-K







She’s got it goin’ on!

Posted on March 8, 2010

Another fellow photog named Melissa shared her image with me.  You can checkout her work at http://luvtknpicsphotography.blogspot.com/
I love how fun this one is, what a fantastic vision!
-K







Almost as yummy as Cotton Candy!

Posted on March 5, 2010

Melissa was kind enough to allow me to paint her beautiful girls, and truly… my paintings are nothing without the wonderful work of the photographer.  So checkout her site if you get the chance: www.bluebugphotography.com
-K



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My Sweet Lil Chickadee

Posted on February 19, 2010







Kina Grannis: Valentine

Posted on February 18, 2010

I’m having issues loading video links… hopefully I will get it figured out again.  Until then.. please visit http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=840NbiFF1zM and listen to Kina Grannis’ song called Valentine.  I just *heart* it.  Kina was kind enough to give me permission to use this song in my jukebox (Wildlife Gallery}.  It speaks to me : ) Thanks Kina!!
-K







Ain’t She Sweet?

Posted on February 18, 2010

Miss M and I were out and about today and I stumbled across this beauty…. I just love her!
-K







Nutcracker Painting

Posted on February 16, 2010

I’d like to give a shout out to my friend Brenda for allowing me to paint her beautiful image. I asked if she had any Ballerina’s I could paint and she offered up a few, and I’m SO thankful for her generosity {… and not just for the painting but for being the caring, loving woman that she is!} I hope you like it Brenda!! You should be receiving a link for the download of the full file. I found that I still have a few kinks to work out with the new install and getting all my things the way I like them. The music I listened to while painting this one was again……. David Nail. I just *heart* that song called Mississippi.
-K



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Fashion Show Prom 2010 {Grand Island High School}

Posted on February 12, 2010

I had the chance to attend a Fashion Show for Prom Wear up at the local high school last night.  It was fun to watch them all having a good time and showing off the event attire.  I am working with a few new programs (some are just upgrades) and trying to find my way around and learn the new additions.. so I played a bit with these.  I’m sorry to anyone that was in the show but is not featured here.  I didn’t manage to get a shot of everyone that I could use.  
-K







To my special man m~~~~~~~~oi

Posted on February 11, 2010

I’m back up and running!!!! A special shout out to my wonderful hubby for making it happen, and for being the best husband a woman could hope for! I love you!!
-K







Crystal Bowersox

Posted on February 10, 2010

So I have to admit that I’m an American Idol follower.  I won’t say “fan” because I don’t always agree with the format or whatever but every year there always seems to be one or two or maybe even three people auditioning that literally give me goosebumps when they sing.  So far this year {and I hate that Idol HAS NOT shown the good ones and just crammed all the garbage auditions in our faces this season} there has only been one person to create those now infamous goosies….. Crystal Bowersox.  Since we haven’t “seen”  the best of the best yet… it’s a bit early to go out on a limb and claim her as my top pick out of everyone.  That being said …….. SHE ROCKS!  If you haven’t heard her yet, go have a listen.  Didi Benami isn’t half bad either but a bit too Taylor Swift-ish.  Need to hear more from her.







Thoroughly Modern Millie {Grand Island High School 2010}

Posted on February 7, 2010

Just want to say CONGRATS to all of those involved with the Grand Island High School Musical….  ”Thoroughly Modern Millie”  this year.  I am NOT one for plays and musicals and was COMPLETELY impressed with this performance.  My husband and I surprisingly quite enjoyed the night.  The cast and crew put on a FANTABULOUS show.  Here are a few images from closing night.   I apologize to anyone not featured here, I wasn’t able to get a ton of images, but tried to get a good variety.   Thanks for a great night of fun and laughter!
-K



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My Harley!

Posted on January 29, 2010

Harley The Hognose that is!  He’s my sweet little Western Hognose snake and though he looks big here, he’s tiny……. and skinny.  Totally a chick’s snake!
-K







Lonesome Cowboy

Posted on January 28, 2010

I think this is probably enough Cowboy Paintings… onto something else?  Not sure.
-K







Holding On

Posted on January 23, 2010

This turned out to be pretty close to what I had seen in my mind’s eye… I love this one!!!
-K



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Drover

Posted on January 22, 2010

… or Cowboy for my American viewers.  This one comes from the inner country girl in me.  Okay, so I’m in the city, but I might get back to the country one day!
-K







A Winter’s Day II

Posted on January 21, 2010

Ever hear a song that made you happy but you couldn’t exactly put your finger on the reason why?  Today I heard a song called “Mississippi” by David Nail which I listened to over and over while working this painting.  I love this song, the music soothes my soul.  I love it when good things come from the unexpected!
-K







Jackson Music Centre, Grand Island NY

Posted on January 21, 2010

To the guys at Jackson Music Centre  here on the Island… I didn’t recognize the name, but I recognize the voice.  David Nail… YUP, very nice!!
-K







A Winter’s Day

Posted on January 20, 2010

Something a little different, and I truly enjoyed working this one!
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Happy New Year!

Posted on December 31, 2009

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Wishing you all a…

Posted on December 24, 2009

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It’s the thought that counts!

Posted on December 21, 2009

I made this “Virtual DJ” for my hubby.  He says it doesn’t look like him… LOL… but honey, it’s the thought that counts, right?!
-K

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The King and I

Posted on December 21, 2009

One of my images made the cover.. and two others are inside.  http://www.bellaonline.com/review/issues/winter2009/  Thanks  for making my day!
-K







Greetings!

Posted on December 17, 2009

I think this will be the last one… maybe.  I did not follow a tutorial this time.  It’s always amazing to me how much I learn when trying to create different effects.  If I can give anyone the most important tip when working in photoshop… it’s to SAVE and SAVE OFTEN, sometimes save using a new file name by adding an “a” or “b” to it.  That little trick has saved me numorous times from distasterous experimental mistakes!
-K

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Tis The Season

Posted on December 14, 2009

Worked up another greeting which was also from a tutorial on the net.  Just google bing for Christmas themed tutorials and I’m sure you’ll see it.  I didn’t bookmark it, but I’ve seen it several times when searching.  Some of the tutorials aren’t that easy simply due to the creators translation into english.  Some things don’t make sense so you sort of have to figure things as you go.  Kind of bums me out when something doesn’t go as they describe.  BUT.. I am thankful that some has the patience to make tutorials as I have none and can’t imagine trying to walk someone through a project. 
-K

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Holiday Greetings!

Posted on December 13, 2009

I was on a tutorial kick this weekend and searched out Christmas themed tuts.  I found a few that I liked and then I did some combining and tweaking and came up with this one.  It was a lot of fun… I learned how to stroke the path of the pen tool with a brush… way cool! {I know, I know, but it IS the simple things in life that make me happy!}  This is the only one I’ll post though, the others were pretty basic.
-K

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Essence of Time

Posted on December 10, 2009

A pair of paintings in which the colors make me totally happy.  Jewel tones are the essence of my soul and does not change with time!  There’s no sense in fighting what comes naturally.
-K

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Chic Urban Fashion

Posted on December 8, 2009

Not much to do with the weather being so icky and cold.  Photoshop and I are going to become well acquainted over the winter months this year.  My camera is feeling abandoned.
-K

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Checking in..

Posted on November 18, 2009

The weather is so unusually nice for this time of year.  I’m so happy we have not gotten slammed with the wintry white stuff yet.  I fear it is not far off and I’m positively enjoying the late winter start.  *insert smiley face here*

Have had a few sessions lately am think I’m caught up on editing for the moment.  Now I’d like to get back to some photoshop stuff.  What’s next?

-K







Grand Island Alice In Wonderland

Posted on November 14, 2009

I took these shots from my seat.  I didn’t want to be annoying and get in everyone’s way so I didn’t move around.  Miss M was the 8 of Hearts {Octave}.  I hadn’t planned on taking anything more than a few shots of her after the play was over.  Nothing spectacular shots wise, but it was a cute production … so great job everyone!
-K

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Last of the nice days?

Posted on November 10, 2009

We have had a few nice days recently.. I’m sure these must be the last nice ones of the season.  Not looking forward to being indoors that’s for certain.  I think I will be looking for a project to take on to keep my mind busy.  The search begins!
-K

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Dance Like Nobody’s Watching

Posted on November 3, 2009

.. a little something for my warm and wonderful friend Brenda.  The dancers are from one of her images, what a fabulous pose!
-K

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E*mime*ly

Posted on October 30, 2009

Last year for this?  I’m thinkin’ maybe so.
-K

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Urban Fashion II

Posted on October 20, 2009

So, I sold a print today.  Pretty happy about that!  It wasn’t for anyone local which just totally amazes me.  I’m thankful, and humbled.  Appreciate it!

…also have a new art piece to post.  I keep telling my husband this is like coloring for grown ups!
-K
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The Long and Winding Road

Posted on October 17, 2009

Allegany State Park, NY.  Went for a drive and these are a few images along the way.  Not the greatest but it certainly was a gorgeous {chilly} day for shooting.
-K

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Urban Fashion

Posted on October 15, 2009

Ha, that Rachel Zoe just cracks me up.  this is not in her likeness… just inpsired by her zest for fashion.
-K

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Live or Memorex?

Posted on October 14, 2009

 

Someone asked me why I used a “real” camera in the last art piece I worked up.  What you see is NOT a “real” camera, it was created from scratch using the pen tool in photoshop.  Here are three progressive shots of the camera area from start to finished product.  (Pen tool lines, color blocking/texture added, and finished)  Hopefully I can get these to post the way I want them to appear.  There was a LOT of detail and time that went into that part of the piece and I’m pretty happy with it the outcome. 
-K

 

 







For my Photog Pals

Posted on October 13, 2009

….. hoping you can relate to this one!
-K

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Fashion Art

Posted on October 12, 2009

Another Fashion Art piece created in Photoshop.  There’s no particular reason for these, just something to do.
-K

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Head of the Genesee

Posted on October 10, 2009

St. Joe’s rowing teams on the Genessee River in Rochester, NY.  Just a few snaps from this afternoon’s rowing event.
-K







Fashion Man

Posted on October 9, 2009

…enough said.
-K

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Work in progress (UPDATED)

Posted on October 8, 2009

I started this one yesterday and it’s not finished.  I like how it looks at this stage and I almost want to leave it as is but something is telling me to keep going.  I truly love the simplicity at this stage, however, my over the top post processing self tells me it’s not done.  Help me decide……. what say you?
-K

 

I took into account a few suggestions and made changes.  See if you can figure out what they were.  After the changes I decided to leave this alone for now.  Sometimes going back later yields better results, and sometimes… as someone once said, less is more.  Thanks for all of your input! (The first image is the updated one)
-K

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It’s been a creative few days

Posted on September 28, 2009

For my cousin’s daughter. 
-K

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Miss Emily … sort of!

Posted on September 27, 2009

I’ve been sick the last two days with the flu and haven’t felt like doing much of anything.  I had a few projects open on my pc that I kept coming back and fiddling with every now and then since yesterday and just couldn’t seem to get anything right.  I finally finished up one character I was working on, hoping I can use this one in the future. Completely created in CS3.   I’m going to be creative and call her “Miss Emily”.  LOL.. yeah, it’s the flu talking.
-K

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Smoke Photography

Posted on September 17, 2009

There was a thread I read recently that had some examples of smoke photography.  Of course you KNOW I had to give it a try.  I have to say… for me… this was NOT easy.  I’ll rephrase that and say capturing the smoke in focus was NOT easy.  No way would autofocus yield any usable shots.  My eyes are not the best, manually focusing on thin plumes of smoke in a semi-darkened room was nearly impossible.  I also had some issues with my onboard flash.  Once I figured out it needed to be set to manual and not TTL things were looking MUCH better instantly.  I couldn’t figure out why the images looked “almost” right on my lcd but when I pulled them into bridge…  the smoke was not lit up the way I wanted it.  A little ginning around, added some homemade “barn doors” to my strobe light, pulled out a reflector for the opposite side of the strobe, adjusted the onboard flash… set my camera settings accordingly and VOILA!!  The post processing is the best part of this, and right up my alley!    I’ll be experimenting over the next few weeks I think.  Triple LOVED doing this.
-K

I’m calling this one “The Dance”
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11×14 Storyboard Share {Holds 8 Images}

Posted on September 14, 2009

This Storyboard holds 8 images and is a little more complicated than the first one I posted.  It comes with instructions as an Inforamtional Text Layer and you will need to make invisible before saving your project at the end.  If using for web you will need to resize it accordingly.  I’m hoping the instructions are easy enough to follow.  Created as a psd in CS3.  I do not know what other versions it is compatible with.  I guess if you can use layers, it should work?  Not sure though.
-K

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8×10 Storyboard Share {Holds 4 images}

Posted on September 14, 2009

Yesterday I went look for some Blog photo templates and found a few.  I decided to try making one of my own and keep it as simple as possible.  Made in CS3.  This template is an 8×10 4 image design.  It is full size and can be used for printing.  If you are using it for blogging or the web in general, you will need to resize it accordingly.  Please remember to make the text info layer invisible before flattening and saving your project.  All you have to do is crop your images using the crop tool to the given dimensions for the image place holders (the sizes are right on the template for you) and then drag and drop them to the appropriate area.  It’s not the “best” template, but it’s generic and easy to use.  Hope someone can use it!  I think this download is only good for 7 days.  Below is a sample of the Template up for share.
-K

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To The Top

Posted on September 13, 2009

These are from a few weeks back when the girls tackled the Rock Wall at Canal Fest sponsered by the US Army.  Miss M’s brother would be proud that she made it to the top!  Both girls made it to the top and won T-Shirts.  Thankfully… neither girl was eligible for recruiting which was the ploy behind the event. WTG girls!
-K

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Jewelled Lily

Posted on September 12, 2009

Now this painting… was for me.  It’s totally my colors!  I had no idea I would enjoy painting flowers, I’m not really a “flower” person.  I learned a few new things in Painter… like controlling Artists Oils.  I think I need to redo my stylus settings, I’m not getting the pressure sensitivity that I would like.  I hate messing with settings, that always scares me! 
-K

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Blossom

Posted on September 10, 2009

My brother asked me to make him a painting for his bedroom wall.  He’s redecorating it with a mix of asian crossed with dark continent themes.  I love his faith in my skills but if it weren’t for digital painting… I’d never be able to do this stuff.    I really really LOVE how this turned out. 
-K

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Same but different

Posted on September 7, 2009

Still playing today!  She loved it, and we printed it for her class folders.  Sometimes she actually likes the things I make.
-K
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A Beautiful Mess

Posted on September 6, 2009

Needed to busy my mind and I promised myself to learn something new in photoshop every week.  So this week I decided to tackle “Layer Masks”.  While I don’t think I have it completely mastered {seems there are some pretty cool ways to use those} I do feel I have a better understanding.  This example is pretty close to the tutorial I followed, however that tutorial must have been missing a few steps because it did NOT work the way they suggested it should.  In the end…….. this is what I have. 
-K

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Go Mighy Mo! Melanie Oudin

Posted on September 5, 2009

Melanie Oudin, what a little American firecracker!  I see an exciting future in this  Tennis player.  Hope to see her go far in the U.S. Open.
Go Mighty MO!
-K







HaPpY BiRtHdAy!!

Posted on September 1, 2009

… to me!
-K



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Another Blend

Posted on August 31, 2009

Again… used stock images to create a blended composition.  I lost the bookmarks to the tutorials I was following yesterday.  Will have to find them again, I’m sure I missed many steps!  This time, I will write it down and hopefully come up with a “blended tutorial” for these.  If there’s enough interest, I may post it. 
-K

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A Blended Composition

Posted on August 30, 2009

I created this blend from a few stock images.  I was incredibly bored today and decided to learn something new in photoshop.  Today I learned how to use the pen tool more effectively.  I think I will try to learn at least one new thing in photoshop every week.  Sometimes it’s the little things that turn out to make the biggest difference in a composition.  On my monitor it isn’t quite as dark as it is in other places I’ve posted it.  Hope it shows up ok here.
-K

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Ain’t she sweet?

Posted on August 28, 2009

She’s my girl!
-K

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On the lighter side

Posted on August 24, 2009

Tried to keep this one more on the lighter side of things.  I think…… I’m pretty much done with the name game.  Thanks for stopping in to have a look!
-K

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Unique

Posted on August 24, 2009

I quite enjoyed working this one.  Hope she likes it!
-K

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Feeling inspired

Posted on August 22, 2009

Today while driving to Office Depot to pick up a few supplies I couldn’t help but notice how incredibly big and buffy the clouds were.  There were bright white ones and various shades  of gray ones.. and some stormy ones looming.  The vastness and variations just made me feel so happy inside.  Really, I wish I knew why they have such an effect on my soul.  When I made it home after a few more stops, I felt the need to create “something”.  I didn’t know what.  I just knew I had to create.  I know this is probably pretty basic to many graphic artists out there, but hey… everyone has to start somewhere.  I’d also like to thanks Sweet Suzi Smith for singing in my headphones while I played.
-K

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Rain Dance anyone?

Posted on August 21, 2009

Hello to the two visitors that seem to be so loyal!  Yes, I’m still around.  Haven’t taken many photos other than some work stuff.  I guess I should try to get myself out and about this weekend.  They say we are supposed to feel the effects of a hurricane along the east coast.  Just my luck.  I finally get a shoot lined up that I’m totally excited about and now we’ll be doing a rain dance to KEEP THE RAIN AWAY on Sunday.  I found a fabulous location a few weeks back, and have the perfect model… cannot wait!!  Stay tuned..
-K



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Queen City Criterium 2009 (Buffalo)

Posted on August 10, 2009

I was so happy when I came home and seen the shots I had captured throughout the day at this cycling event.  Sometimes, things just click!
-K

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Miss Alyss

Posted on August 7, 2009

I know someone is anxious to see how things turned out… so here’s a sneak peek for you!  I will be getting your gallery up over the next day or so, and will txt the pw to you.  Enjoy your weekend.
-K

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A pout and a giggle

Posted on August 5, 2009

I often see this look but never seem to capture it.  I love that they are such hams!
-K
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One from the weekend

Posted on August 3, 2009

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It’s Friday!

Posted on July 31, 2009

Can I just say that I’m happy it’s Friday?!  That’s all I’m saying.

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Singer Songwriter Gigi

Posted on July 29, 2009

I love when I stumble across raw talent like this gal has……… what I’d give to be able to play and sing and touch the hearts of others!

 







Dark Continent

Posted on July 28, 2009

My brother asked me to come up with a piece to hang on his bedroom wall.  He was looking for a dark continent feel with  “warm and cozy” colors.  I learned today that it’s not in me to create warm and cozy.  I’m totally drawn to rich saturation of color, I should know better than to fight it.  In any case, here is what I ended up with.  Sorry Bob, I couldn’t help myself!
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Cousins & Friends

Posted on July 22, 2009

These gals are cousins & friends.  It’s good to see them laughing and enjoying their limited time together this summer!

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Welcome to my new home!

Posted on July 11, 2009

Thanks for stopping in. In case you’re wondering why things look different, I’ve made a few changes. I’ve decided to combine my business site with my blog to have everything all in one place.  I’m still working out kinks and not everything is up here yet but it will be resolved one step at a time.  Thanks for your patience.
-K







Raccoon Rally 2009

Posted on July 2, 2009

Wicked eyes, love the intensity. Only one from the recent Raccoon Rally event in Allegany State Park. I have more, but it seems like my blog is filled with cycling, birds, flowers and the same models over and over. Feeling the need to branch out.

I’d like to say “thanks” to whomever it is that comes here everyday from NY, NY. I appreciate it.
-K







Give Away——–>it’s time!

Posted on June 18, 2009

Leave me your thoughts on photo journalism and be entered to win a digital painting {file only} of one of your images. I want to know what touches you and why. Winner will be selected by 8pm EST today.
-K

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Hamburg Crit 2009

Posted on June 17, 2009

Two more from the weekend at Hamburg Crit 2009 in Hamburg, NY. Not the greatest, but in the first one I was trying not to get slammed into and still get a shot. Easier said than done when your field of vision is through the eyepiece. A co-worker of my husband, not shown here, broke his pelvis in two places in a crash earlier in the day. Here’s to a speedy recovery Terry!
-K







Hamburg Crit 2009

Posted on June 15, 2009

A few images from this cycling event in Hamburg, NY this weekend. Sun was pretty harsh, but still enjoyed the day. These are a few of my favs from the event. -K



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Kev Hannibal: Stop or Keep Going

Posted on June 11, 2009

Remember that music video that my hubby and I were able to shoot stills at a few months ago? The video is up on youtube!
The photos can be seen HERE!!!



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Are Women born this way?

Posted on June 9, 2009

YEP!!!



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For Penny Rae

Posted on June 7, 2009

It ain’t perfect but I love this image!
-K



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Buckhorn Island State Park

Posted on June 6, 2009

I love the interaction of the baby duck in the second image with his head cocked to look at me! Hubby and I took a short nature walk at Buckhorn Island State Park this afternoon and these are a few of the images I managed to capture there. Not really much to see, lots of mozzies though!
-K







Flowers Flowers and more Flowers!

Posted on June 5, 2009

I had a request to have some of my flower images in one place for viewing. These are just a select few of my favorites… hope you like!
-K



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My Little Waif

Posted on June 4, 2009

She was game enough to help me work on some of my custom settings. I haven’t quite found the sweet spot with those yet, but practice makes perfect. Thanks Miss M!
-K



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Wilson and the Waxwing

Posted on June 1, 2009

My favorite neighbor holding my favorite bird… I couldn’t ask for a sweeter capture! I’d like to say a hearty thanks to Jack and Marge for being such wonderful and giving people. Their kind ways and knowledge is most appreciated!
-K







Allegany Nature Pilgramage 2009/ Birds of Prey

Posted on June 1, 2009

Red Tail Hawk, Coopers Hawk, Barred Owl and a Sawhet Owl. All of these birds were injured in one way or another. Tamarack Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center was kind enough to come into NY from Northeastern PA to show us these fantastic birds. I was really amazed at how little the owl was!
-K







Allegany Nature Pilgrimage 2009

Posted on May 31, 2009

Spent the weekend at Allegany State Park and one of the days we joined a few of the Allegany Nature Pilgrimage activities. There was a bird banding session where they set up mist nets to capture birds in the area and band them if they weren’t already banded, and record various data. DH liked photographing the birds while they were being held and banded. I liked staying down by the nets and trying to capture the birds in the trees before they hit the nets. I didn’t get as many photos as I would have liked but it’s sort of like the luck of the draw down by the nets. These Cedar Waxwings happen to be my most favorite bird and they were in a group. I’m told the ones with the black patches under the chins are the males. I was hoping for an Eastern Bluebird but I’m sure it was too brushy for their liking. Hope to get back out for a day of photographing birds again soon. I also have some bird of prey images to post from a presentation they had, but they are of course, being held by the handler. I prefer to get them in the wild but I take what I can get!
Thanks for stopping in!
-K



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Emma Risbo

Posted on May 28, 2009

If she could just get the growling down to a minimum she’ll be one helluva singer!







Finding the Light

Posted on May 15, 2009

I’m forever telling my models to look for the light… FINALLY … a model that listened!
*grin*
-K



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Z-OOP-TASTIC

Posted on May 15, 2009

I love when icky images end up being keepers! Technically the shot stinks, artistically I think it’s pretty cool.
-K



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Buffalo Zoo

Posted on May 15, 2009

Sharing a few shots from my quick trip to the zoo today. The weather was perfect, but wish I would have worn different shoes. I didn’t know I was going to go there today, but work ended early and I was close by there so I stopped in. There were lots of little kids on field trips, busy busy busy place.
-K







I’m Not Your Stepping Stone!

Posted on May 15, 2009

Cayman make for great subjects!
-K



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Grand Island Track and Field

Posted on May 13, 2009

Went to a Track & Field event yesterday as a last minute decision. We were allowed to be on the inside of the track which was much appreciated. I think I’d like to go to another for some more practice! We didn’t stay for the whole thing but I’m glad we went to check it out.







New/Used Ugly Chair

Posted on May 8, 2009

I love this garage sale find!! Thank you to my darling-o for going back and getting it for me. You rock!
-K







..and the winner is…..

Posted on May 8, 2009

Congrats to Hampton32. Send me an email to.. contact @ kls-images.com and we’ll get started on this project!
Thanks to everyone who stopped by and left me some love. Needed to announce winner today as my weekend is going to be unpredictable. Check back often, will be doing this again.
Regards,
-K







CONTEST, win a free digital painting! (file only)

Posted on May 5, 2009

Leave me some love and be entered for a chance to win a free 16×20 digital painting (file only) of your favorite photograph (image must be 300 dpi and unedited!!!!!!!). Winner will be selected Friday 05/08/2009. View examples here on my blog below and at my website www.kls-images.com in the gallery section. Good luck!
-K



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