It only takes a few seconds of looking through my galleries, posts, or feeds to discern that I’m a fan of the beach. Sunrise or sunset, winter or warm weather – it doesn’t matter the season or hour. All are good times for strolling the shore, snapping pics, and clearing my mind. When I’m struggling … Continue reading My Happy Place
Category: Sunday Scene
Chinese Lantern Festival
One of the things I love most about being a photographer is the new experiences it has brought me and my family. Over the last two years, the three of us have sought out and visited state parks, nature preserves, and historic sites that we wouldn’t have otherwise visited so I could refine my photography … Continue reading Chinese Lantern Festival
The Great Outdoors
Photo by Flash Mama Photography I have a confession to make: I’m not really an outdoorsy person. Odd, I know, considering I’m a landscape photographer. But, up until I started taking nature photos in 2019, I was much more comfortable in the cozy, temperature-controlled indoors. I’d take occasional walks with my family and friends, and … Continue reading The Great Outdoors
Adventures of a Soccer Mom
In addition to being Flash Mama, I am a soccer mom. Watching my daughter play goalie is one of my favorite things to do. As much as I relish seeing her on the field, long practices, half-time breaks in the action, and odd windows of time between games also mean there are long stretches with … Continue reading Adventures of a Soccer Mom
Falling for photography
Photo by Flash Mama Photography This autumn sunset scene is one of my all-time favorite landscape shots. I captured this image at a local lake that I visit at least once a week to capture a sunrise or sunset. There are many shots I've taken at this location over the years that are better technically … Continue reading Falling for photography
Sunflowers as Inspiration
Photo by Flash Mama Photography With their happy colors and intricate details, sunflowers have been a steady source of inspiration since I started doing landscape photography. I am fortunate to live near several public sunflower fields that are welcoming to photographers of all types. When I needed something to photograph from the safety of my … Continue reading Sunflowers as Inspiration
Spontaneous Sunset View
Sunset on Topsail Island This image was taken on Topsail Island on Mother’s Day weekend. My parents booked a stay there without realizing it meant they would be away on Mother’s Day. Feeling down after a particularly stressful week, I decided at the last minute to make the 6-hour round trip drive to see them … Continue reading Spontaneous Sunset View
Sunday Scene: Love Where You Live
The best sunset spot in my city While books are the primary focus of this blog, I promised I would also share a bit about my other passion -- photography. Every Sunday, I will share one of my favorite scenes and tell you about the shot. This week’s image is from the absolute best place … Continue reading Sunday Scene: Love Where You Live