Trees, Light, and Sparkle Pants -- Delaware Photographer

Life can be preeeetty stressful sometimes. Too stressful. This past week, I just so happened to witness three different accidents in the exact same place. No lie. For some strange reason, I found myself waiting to turn off of Elkton Road onto Route 4 around 5:30 three times this week. And three times I watched as drivers coming from route 4 to turn onto Elkton Road ran right into the car ahead of them. THREE TIMES! I've decided to avoid that spot during rush hour from now on ... because apparently people aren't paying attention. Or maybe they're too stressed. I know I am sometimes. That's why I was so glad when my friend and fellow photographer Amie suggested we go out and shoot some pretty scenery. Now, I'm a people photographer. That's my thing. So landscapes have always been a challenge for me. I feel like something is missing from the picture ... like, uh, a person. But this was a good way for me to stretch myself as an artist and as it turns out, a great way to bring some inner calm in my life. So, at 6:47 a.m., I dragged myself out of bed, threw on my most comfy black cotton pants, and met Amie at the door.

If you're looking for some inner peace or a new place to take a stroll, definitely consider Fair Hill. It's so lovely there.

My nature shots tend to have a kind of romantic feel to them ...

It was funny, because at one point in the morning, Amie turned to me and said, "Um, do your pants have glitter all over them?" I looked down. Oh. My "black" cotton pants were actually my old sparkle palazzo pants that were cool back in the day. In my defense, though, they're still VERY comfortable TOday.

I decided to try and push myself and create some non "romantic" looking shots. I'm happy with the results : )

I think this one is my favorite of the day ...

As you can see from these images, early morning light is extraordinary. It's worth getting up early ... even if it hurts.

If you'd love a session with beautiful morning light, just let me know. I'll be happy to get up early for you. Me AND my sparkle pants.

Happy Friday!

Kate