Houston - the city that doesn't know it never sleeps.

I'm back from a very enjoyable weekend I spent hanging out with my good friend Emily down in Houston. To say I had a great time would be a huge understatement.

highlights:

• capoeira, baby
• dancing with my long lost salsa buddies, Tracie, Kristle, and Emily
• Dynamo vs. FC Dallas (kickin' it with the Texian Army is no joke)
  
• new friends
• old friends

a few shots from around the city -

Sam Houston directing pigeons:




I love the vibe I get from Spanish moss:




Emily's penchant for all things Brasileiro led us to a capoeira batizado on Saturday night. I'd been familiar with the concept of capoeira for a while but seeing it live for the first time was incredible for me. The history and tradition involved is what I find to be most valuable...it's definitely worth checking out.

berimbau, atabaque, pandeiro:


capoeiristas from Capoeira Luanda:





the little guys jumped in the roda, too:



these people are amazing at what they do:


I gotta get to Brazil.

Jonesin' for a Treo

Now that my phone has begun its slow, inevitable decline into the realm of the $300 paper weight, I've got my eyes peeled for a replacement. And I think I've settled on this bad boy. From a connectivity standpoint I'm sure this thing will help me stay in touch with the world (not so easy at times)...can't wait to get my hands on one.

The sooner the better. My Sanyo has become a liability.

Seriously?

time for a pachydermic intervention

James & Molly | Engagement

Let's face it. I'm a huge, over-eager nerd when it comes to great light. Most of my subjects know this, as embarrassing as it may be.

I'm also a sucker for engagement sessions. They're always a great time and they're a fun, relaxed way to get to know the couple...that makes a huge difference come wedding day.

Friday's session was even better because James and Molly are some of my best friends! James and I go way back, so I'm glad to see them as happy as they are!




got lucky with a little flare:



*the light nerd goes nuts*





I like this moment:


Can't wait to photograph Molly on their wedding day:



sexy light, once again:





James and Molly, sitting in a tree...


we started to run out of light so I brought out the umbrella...I love using it when I can.

Whitney & JT | Wedding

This was a fun one and it shows! I've known these guys for a while and it was nice to see so many familiar faces at the wedding.

This is a sneak peak for the newlyweds as they kick back in Cancun!




Whitney made a beautiful bride:





Whit's shoes were so cool I'll post them twice:





a cool moment/wedding photojournalist's nirvana:


J.T. was pimpin':




getting the blood flowing...they thought I was crazy:




when a kid's sportin' the 'hawk I'm definitely shooting it:



Most Valuable Flower Girl, 2007:



It means a lot to me that couples trust me to document the most memorable day of their lives. I hope that my clients know how much I appreciate the opportunity!

It's been a great week!

1. Happy birthday to me (Oct. 10)
2. Some of my images are being published! (stay tuned)
   
3. How 'bout them Cowboys! (Nick Folk's a 'G')
   

Ahhh...

these new image samples make me very excited about the future of digital photography. As a shooter who prefers to use existing light as much as possible, I've grown to despise the noise I often encounter at high ISOs. Looks like Nikon is looking to eradicate the problem all together.