As I deposited a check this morning, it was so strange to write 12/31/09 on the top of the slip.  I can’t believe another year is coming to a close!  2009 holds so many wonderful memories for me, and I can’t wait to see what 2010 holds in store!  I’ve already got plane tickets booked for Chicago, Nashville and possibly St. Croix, Vegas and more, 4 of my very closest friends are getting MARRIED (2 I’m shooting, 1 I’m a bridesmaid and 1 I’m a guest!), my sister will be moving back near the east coast so I can see her more often….can’t wait for 2010!!

I always have to stop and reflect a bit on New Years Eve.  You see, 5 years ago today I photographed my first “real” (i.e. paying) wedding!  It didn’t even pay that much, but it really was the start of my career and I think about the couple often.  Nate and Brenda, last I heard, had moved to New Jersey after Nate completed his pilot’s license for the military.  I hope they’re having fun celebrating their anniversary today!

My style has changed juuuuust a bit in 5 years, as I’m sure every photographers has!  It was fun to go back through some of their pictures.  I’ll share one that sums up the whole day – I loved this picture and plastered it on EVERYTHING!  Brochures, business cards, you name it.

I’m sure you’ll appreciate the use of my new-found Photoshop skills even more (I was in school at the time and soaking up all kinds of knowledge)!  I loooooved this effect and used it on everything!  Don’t laugh, it was popular back then.  🙂

I hope everyone has a wonderful New Years Eve tonight, and a great first day of the year tomorrow.  Check back, as I’ll be announcing a great contest opportunity for all newly engaged couples!!