Rebuilding Together Indianapolis ~ Game Day 2011 Event

One of the things I love about being a photographer is taking part in community events.  I think it's important to give back, to live with purpose, to contribute to the world around us.  Truthfully, we can all do something and every little bit helps.  

I was truly honored to be part of the Game Day 2011 Event for Rebuilding Together Indianapolis that was held Saturday, April 30th.  Over 600 volunteers revitalized 19 homes on the city's Near East Side.  It was a gorgeous sunny day and the feeling of community was palpable.  "Many hands make light work"...the philosophy that permeates the organization and heard repeatedly that morning.  I'm so thankful to have taken part and I'm already looking forward to next year.    

The Waiting Game

My very good friend Hilary looking beautiful and relaxed...and due within a few short weeks of this photo!  Hilary is an incredible woman, mother, and friend.  She's the kind of mother I try to be.  I love how she see's her children for who they are....savors their quirks....celebrates their strengths...and loves them unconditionally.  Recently, she and her husband welcomed an adorable baby boy, Leo!!  I can't wait to meet him!  

Congratulations Hilary and Jeff!!  xoxo

Hinkle Fieldhouse with the BBA

Recently, I had the pleasure of spending the morning at Hinkle Fieldhouse with the Butler Business Accelerator (BBA) photographing them for an upcoming publication in the Indianapolis Business Journal.  

The BBA brings diverse, high-quality consulting teams to clients throughout Indiana while demonstrating The College of Business's philosophy of "Real Life, Real Business" in the classroom.  Their results speak for themselves.  I'm continually impressed by this group and their ability to demonstrate The Butler Way.  

Go Dawgs!!! 

{chicago: quietly & intently}

"I enjoy looking quietly and intently at living human beings going about their work and duties and occupations and activities as though they were spread before us for our pleasure and interest.  A huge opera.  A huge arena." ~ Dorothea Lange

I recently returned from a short visit to Chicago with my husband and kids.  This year for spring break we visited family in Illinois and took a small side trip into Chicago via the Union Pacific West Line Train.  I love falling into a city...discovering it....quiet moments found in the midst of the hustle and bustle.  I love watching people walk by....wonder what their story is...wonder what they're thinking.  I love finding a part of a city that's not mentioned in the guide books.   A huge opera.  A huge arena.  Indeed.  

Mia {Baptism Day}

My beautiful little niece, Mia.

She is the sweetest little baby!

We recently attended her baptism on a visit home.

I love that she wore the same necklace that 

her older sister wore on her baptism day.

Traditions carried on...

Connections between sisters...

After the ceremony I spent a few moments photographing her....

Little Boy Loved....

I recently had the pleasure of spending the 

afternoon with the sweetest family.  There was sunshine,

laughter, slides & swings, and lots of love for this little boy!

The last time I photographed Hayes, he was just a few months old.

He is now ONE!!  How quickly the time flies by!

He's as cute as can be and adored by his family!  

I can certainly see why...

Thank you for sharing your afternoon with me!

Please Join Us....Beauty for Good

As I watch and read about the devastation in Japan, I can't help but feel tremendous loss and heartbreak for the individuals and families affected.  I think I'm particularly sensitive to the situation since becoming a mother.  I look at my own children and wonder what I would do and how I would cope in the midst of such tragedy.  The destruction is so overwhelming that it can seem beyond our reach to help.  That is not true, however.  We can all help in some way.....

Every little bit helps.

Over the weekend, I was asked by my friend and fellow photographer, 

Erika Ray of Erika Ray Photography to join her and other photographers in a print sale.  All proceeds from the sale will go directly to ICRC: International Committee of the Red Cross.  

Looking for a beautiful print for a room in your home or at the office?  Maybe a gift for a friend or relative?  Above are the 8 prints available for purchase.  Each 8x12 print has a lustre finish on borderless archival paper.  The prints will be shipped directly to you from Costco Professional Printers which will help reduce shipping costs.  Each photograph is priced at a very affordable $20.  Please join us!

Please click HERE to visit Erika's site and learn more about the artists and details on how to place your order.  You can also connect via her Facebook Page HERE.

Artists in order of appearance:

Jessica Lewis - Gonzomama Knits

Kristin Zecchinelli - maine momma

Laura Yurs - laura louise photography

Erika Ray - Erika Ray Photography

Thank you!

Laura